Welcome to Clearwater
World famous Clearwater Aquarium - Home to Winter The Dolphin
The best beach in America - Dr. Beach
Celebrations & Sunset Parties at The Pier
The best beach in America - FAMILY FUN!
Miles of perfect beaches
Sugar Sand Sculpture Festival
Turquoise waters, white sand and tropical breezes
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Clearwater
" “Best Beach Town"
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From its renowned white sand beaches, amazing marine life and glorious weather, to fabulous dining, shopping, cultural attractions and festivals, Clearwater has it all. Lots of sports and recreational activities also make it a perfect place to stay and play.
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Sunsets at Pier 60 Festival
Experience Clearwater’s world-famous vibrant sunsets while practicing appropriate social distancing and discovering a breathtakingly new normal. Two hours before and two hours after sunset (5-9:30 pm).
Pier 60, 1 Causeway Blvd.
Info: sunsetsatpier60.com
Pinellas Farmers and Flea Market
Find a wide range of locally-grown fresh and tropical fruit, vegetables, and a variety of other foods as well as household products, antiques, jewelry, tools and garage sale items from the flea market. Sat & Sun: 7am-2pm.
13600A Icot Blvd.
Info: tinyurl.com/yxyyfuja
Monthly
The Market Marie (2nd Saturday)
Shop ‘til you drop from more than 65 local small business owners offering delicious food, art, clothing, jewelry, candles and soaps, pet treats, home goods and so much more, including live music and food trucks! Free admission & parking. 10am-2pm. 710 Court St.
Info: facebook.com/themarketmarie
Hispanic Farmers Market (3rd Saturday, Oct.-April)
Select from seasonal market favorites, including fruits and veggies, local honey, plants and flowers, smoothies, healthy juices, baked goods, craft and artisan items, Latin cuisine and more. Enjoy live music and entertainment as you shop. Free. 9am-3pm. 710 Court St.
Info: clwhispanicfarmersmarket.com
Through July 30
Summer Glow
Experience live music and entertainment, family fun, festive food and dazzling water views with free boat tours every Thurs-Sun. during extended evening hours. Tickets. 4-8pm. 249 Windward Passage.
Info: cmaquarium.org
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June 18
The Market Marie
A special edition of the usual second-Saturday-monthly market offering locally-grown or handcrafted items from more than 65 small businesses, baked goods, local art, live music, food trucks and more! Free admission & parking. 10a-2pm. 710 Court St.
Info: facebook.com/themarketmarie
June 18
Juneteenth Celebration
Pay tribute to enslaved peoples during a community celebration featuring dignitaries, a Juneteenth reenactment, dance and spoken word performances, live music, bounce houses, free food and drinks, door prizes, vendors and more. Free. Noon-4pm.
801 N. ML King Jr. Ave.
Info: myclearwater.com
June 18
Sip & Stroll in the District
Get a taste of the best of Clearwater with an evening of sipping and strolling in The District! Enjoy samples from award-winning restaurants, craft beer, wine, sake and more along with live music and street performers. Tickets: $12, free parking. 6-8pm.
400-500 Cleveland St.
Info: tinyurl.com/yc6d3su9
June 26
Ringo Starr & the All-Starr Band
The legendary ex-Beatle returns after 7 years with his All-Starr Band to perform classics like “It Don’t Come Easy”, “Photograph”, “A Little Help From My Friends” and “Yellow Submarine”, plus songs from his 20th studio album. Tickets. 7:30 pm.
1111 McMullen Booth Rd.
Info: rutheckerdhall.com
July 4
Clearwater Celebrates America
The annual Independence Day celebration features live music, an all-American menu, arts and crafts, kids’ games and the largest fireworks show ever at Baycare Ballpark! Free. Time TBA.
601 Old Coachman Rd.
Info: milb.com/clearwater/events/independence-day
August 4
Men At Work with John Waite
Best known for the sounds of the 70’s and 80’s with “Who Can It Be Now?” and “Missing You,” Men At Work and John Waite join forces for an incredible night of hits – all on one stage! Tickets. 8pm.
1111 McMullen Booth Rd.
Info: rutheckerdhall.com
August 5
Buddy Guy and John Hiatt
Enjoy a night of classic Chicago blues rock from one of the most celebrated blues guitarists of all time paired with tales of roughhewn redemption and relationships by lyricist and storyteller Hiatt backed by The Goners featuring Sonny Landreth. Tickets. 7:30pm.
1111 McMullen Booth Rd.
Info: rutheckerdhall.com
August 20
Make a Difference Fishing Casino Night
Spin the wheel for donations to give a disabled child a day of fun and fishing in an upcoming tournament. Take home an angler swag bags, including a rod & reel, bait, tackle, prizes, food and drinks and more! Tickets. 6-10pm.
400 Mandalay Ave.
Info: makeadifferencefishing.com
September 7
BAT: A Meat Loaf Celebration
Celebrate the legendary Meat Loaf and experience his hit songs performed brilliantly by The Neverland Express plus American Idol winner, Caleb Johnson, who delivers his own unique stamp to Meat Loaf’s hits including “Bat Out of Hell,” “Paradise by the Dashboard Light,” “I Would Do Anything for Love” and more. Tickets. 8pm. 405 Cleveland Street.
Info: rutheckerdhall.com
September 10
Make A Difference Fishing Tournament
Cast a line and help adults with special needs during a fun day on the water near Pier 60! Fishing lessons and demos. All anglers must pre-register; no walkups. 8am-Noon. 1 Causeway Blvd.
Info: makeadifferencefishing.com
September 24
PB&J Run
Treat yourself to an unforgettable (and delicious) race experience with scenic waterfront 5 and 10K routes, PB&J swag and a post-race party featuring unlimited PB&J sandwiches for all participants. Tickets. 5:30am-Noon. Memorial Causeway. Info: pbjrun.com or myclearwaterevents.com
September 23-25
Hooters Clearwater Offshore Nationals
Start your engines for the biggest and fastest in offshore powerboat racing, including a powerboat parade, driver autographs, block parties, live entertainment, fireworks, food and more. Fri: Noon-10 pm; Sat:10 am-10 pm Sun: Noon-10 pm Sunday. 160 Gulfview Blvd.
Info: clearwaternationals.com
October 1
Make a Difference Fishing Tournament
Cast a line and help kids with special needs during a fun day on the water near Pier 60! Fishing lessons and demos. All anglers must pre-register; no walkups. 8am-Noon. 1 Causeway Blvd.
Info: makeadifferencefishing.com
October 13 – 16
Chalktober Art Festival
Amplify your senses with exquisite sidewalk chalk masterpieces, live chalking, a kids’ zone, arts and crafts vendors, live music and more. Free. 1 Causeway Blvd. Info: amplifyclearwater.com
October 15
Hispanic Farmers Market
Select from seasonal market favorites, including fruits and veggies, local honey, plants and flowers, smoothies, healthy juices, baked goods, craft and artisan items, Latin cuisine and more. Enjoy live music and entertainment as you shop. Free. 9am-3pm. 710 Court St.
Info: clwhispanicfarmersmarket.com
October 22
Salsa at the District Mojito Festival
Drink and dance all over downtown Clearwater with live DJs, Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and other Latin/Caribbean dancing, Best Mojito contests, and the all the mojitos you can drink. Tickets. 6-11pm. 501 Cleveland St.
Info: tinyurl.com/mtxj5h26
October 27
Travis Tritt & Chris Janson
Enjoy a night of memorable country hits, including Tritt’s “Help Me Hold On” and “I’m Gonna Be Somebody” along with Chris Janson’s “Drunk Girl” or his platinum-selling smash “Buy Me a Boat.” Tickets. 7pm. 1111 McMullen Booth Rd.
Info: rutheckerdhall.com
November 5
Tunnels to Towers 5K/Walk
This event over the Memorial Causeway honors the heroic life of NYC firefighter Stephen Siller, who lost his life on Sept. 11 after gearing up and running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers. 8:30-11:30am. 100 N.
Osceola Ave. Info: tinyurl.com/ppj9yvra
November 5
Sangria Festival
Celebrate the grape with locally-blended red or white sangria, craft beers and wine, authentic street food, live music, dancing, vendors and more, all in the heart of downtown Clearwater. Saludos! Tickets/time TBA.
Cleveland St.
Info: www.clearwatersangriafestival.com/
November 12
Joe Satriani
Marvel at one of rock’s most influential and respected musicians with more than 35 years of material, including solo work, and six gold and platinum discs to his name. Expect hits like “Surfing with the Alien,” “Satch Boogie,” “Black Swans and Wormhole Wizards” and more. Tickets. 8pm.
1111 McMullen Booth Rd.
Info: rutheckerdhall.com
CLEARWATER
From its renowned white sand beaches, amazing marine life and glorious weather, to fabulous dining, shopping, cultural attractions and festivals, Clearwater has it all. Lots of sports and recreational activities also make it a perfect place to stay and play.
So it wasn’t surprising when USA Today readers named this popular year-round destination as “Best Beach Town,” and “Best Place To Watch A Sunset,” and also voted the Clearwater Marine Aquarium as “Best Florida Attraction.” Remember Winter, the dolphin with a prosthetic tail made famous in the blockbuster movie, “Dolphin Tale? ”
The Marine Aquarium which focuses on rehabilitation and education. And speaking of dolphins, you may be greeted by any number of six-foot tall dolphins - 115 of them in fact, that comprise the Clearwater Dolphins Trail which extends from Tarpon Springs to St. Petersburg.
If shopping’s your bag (and even if it’s not) head on over to Westfield Countryside Mall. With 180+ retailers, twelve movie theaters, an indoor ice-skating rink and Restaurant Row, it has just about everything you need for a day of fun.
Another “Must- See”: the free nighty Sunset Celebration at Pier 60
which includes local artisans, street performers, musicians and terrific live
entertainment. For true world-class entertainment, check out the performance lineup at Ruth Eckerd Hall. Long a mainstay of the Tampa Bay Cultural scene and downtown Clearwater’s beautifully restored Capitol Theatre, it hosts some of hottest acts in the US. So come see
for yourself because Clearwater really does have it all!
For Everything Under the Sun
New Luxury Boutique Hotel Also Dishes Up Fabulous Food!
Clearwater: Pinellas County’s first Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel is
now open!
Often referred to as the ornament of Florida’s Feather Sound, the opulent 12-story, 123-room Karol Hotel is named in honor of Karol Bullard, the wife of Fred Bullard, whose company, the Bullard Group, developed the
property.
Serious foodies can imbibe at the lobby Club Bar & Bistro or head up to the dazzling Vantage Rooftop Bar which offers spectacular views of Tampa Bay. The award-winning team at Bascom’s Chophouse (3665 Ulmerton Rd) are overseeing all food and beverage services which is a sign of fabulous food and fun times.
You can find the Karol Hotel just down the road from Bascom’s
Chop House, at 2675 Ulmerton
Road. Info: 833-928-1437;
11225 Race Track Rd Tampa, FL 33626
813.855.4401
Start your day with an afternoon of world-class Thoroughbred racing. Then, check out the high-stakes action in The Silks Poker Room, or bring your clubs to the state-of-the-art Downs Golf Practice Facility, where our stable of PGA Class A professionals are eager to help improve your game. Breakfast, lunch and dinner options are available throughout the facility, and families can enjoy the laid-back ambience in the picnic area between races. Groups are always welcome.
Fox Hollow Golf Club: Tampa Bay's Premier Semi Private Golf Facility
10050 Robert Trent Jones Pkwy Trinity, FL 34655
727-376-6333
As one of Robert Trent Jones Sr.’s last designs, Fox Hollow Golf Club opened it’s doors in 1994. The course has grown and developed into one of the premier semi-private golf facilities in the Tampa Bay area. The par 71 layout features Sea Dwarf, Seashore Paspalum greens, rolling fairways, and large white sand bunkers. The four sets of tees provide a true test for golfers of all skill levels.
Courtyard by Marriot- Clearwater
3131 Executive Dr, Clearwater, FL 33762
727-572-8484
3910 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33762
727-573-3334
Fairfield Inn Marriott- Clearwater
3070 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33759
727-724-6223
Fairfield Inn by Marriott- Clearwater Beach
650 Bay Esplanade, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
727-298-2600
Hampton Inn and Suites- Clearwater
4050 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33762
727-572-7456
Hilton Clearwater Beach- Clearwater
400 Mandalay Ave, Clearwater, FL 33767
727-461-3222
3535 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33762
727-577-9100
Holiday Inn- Clearwater Beach
521 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
727-447-6461
Homewood Suites By Hilton- Clearwater
2233 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33762
(727) 573-1500
Hyatt Regency- Clearwater Beach
301 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767
(727) 373-1234
La Quinta Inn and Suites- Clearwater
3301 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33762
727-572-7222
1201 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
727-596-1100
430 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767
727-450-0380
Residence Inn by Marriott- Clearwater
5050 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33760
727-573-4444
Residence Inn by Marriott- Clearwater
940 Court St, Clearwater, FL 33756
727-562-5400
Springhill Suites- Clearwater
3485 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33762
727-571-1600
Sandpearl Resort- Clearwater Beach
500 Mandalay Ave, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
(727) 441-2425
Shepard’s Beach Resort- Clearwater Beach
619 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
727-442-5107
Sheraton Sand Key- Clearwater Beach
1160 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
727-595-1611
Towne Place Suites By Marriott
13200 49th St N, Clearwater, FL 33762
727-299-9229
691 South Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
800-760-7718
Bascom’s Chop House
3665 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater, FL 33762
Lunch M-F 11:30am-2:30pm | Dinner M-Sa 5-10pm | Su 4-9 pm
727-573-3363 | bascoms.com
Exceeding Expectations…
Do you believe in love at first sight or should we post this again? May the only work you do today be lifting your fork! There isn’t even a word in the dictionary for how good you look. Yeah, there might be one place in town where you can get Grouper that’s fresher than this: the ocean. Be true to your stomach: Follow the snacks.
Watercolour Lounge
1201 Gulf Blvd. Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
Mon-Thu,Sun 5:00 PM-10:00 PM | Fri-Sat 5:00 PM-11:00 PM
727-596-1100 | marriott.com
Wind down after a day of work or sightseeing at the Watercolour Lounge, serving dinner daily and sushi on select evenings. Savor a refreshing cocktail and delicious meal at this popular restaurant, an ideal place to make new friends.
Seaguni
430 Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33767
727-450-0380 | opalcollection.com
Opal Sands features four top-notch restaurants and bars, each with its own vibrant approach. Visit SeaGuini’s thoughtfully designed dining room for fresh seafood and pasta with a side of artistic flair. Let your hair down for drinks at the relaxed SeaGuini Lounge. Relish in both indoor and outdoor dining options based on the mood that strikes. Hit the Sandbar to enjoy cocktails and casual fare with views of the beach, or refuel after a swim at Reflections Poolside Bar.
Shephard's Tiki Beach
619 S. Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
727-442-5107 | shephards.com
Enjoy delicious casual beach fare- from grass-fed beef burgers and grouper tacos to superfood salads while listening to live entertainment every afternoon and evening; ranging from relaxing reggae to lively local and national acts. Sit back and indulge in cool cocktails or put your dancing shoes on at Shephard's Tiki Beach Bar.
Vantage Rooftop Bar
2675 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater, FL 33762
727-273-7850 | thekarolhotel.com
Revel in spectacular views of Downtown Tampa and the Bay from our peerless rooftop lounge, a true escape perched 12 stories high in the sky. Relax with friends and colleagues over delectable tapas, shared plates, and handcrafted cocktail
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