April in St. Petersburg is when the city's calendar really opens up. Between live jazz in the Warehouse Arts District, food festivals drawing crowds from across Pinellas, and the steady lineup of free wellness programming at the Pier, this is a month that makes it easy to stay busy without ever leaving the city. Here's what's on the schedule.
Spring Fest & Easter Egg Hunt at the Pier (April 5)
The St. Pete Pier hosts its annual Spring Festival on April 5 from 11 AM to 7 PM. Presented by St. Pete Pediatrics, the event includes live entertainment, a magic show, bounce houses, food vendors, games, and a visit from the Easter Bunny. The big draw is the Easter egg hunt across Spa Beach with over 20,000 eggs. Hunts run hourly starting at 11:30 AM. Free tickets are required for the egg hunt, and VIP options are available for front-of-the-line access. It's free to attend the festival itself.
Blue Crabs & R&B Festival (April 4–5)
The third annual Blue Crabs & R&B Festival returns to Tropicana Field Lot 1 on April 4 and 5, running from 2 PM to 8 PM both days. Admission and parking are free. Expect fresh blue crabs, a $500 crab cookoff, soulful R&B performances, food trucks, and local vendors. It's an outdoor, family-friendly event with a distinctly coastal St. Pete feel to it.
St. Pete Beach Spring Fest (April 4) & Corey Avenue Art Fair (April 4–5)
St. Pete Beach holds its annual Spring Fest at Horan Park and the Aquatics Center on April 4. It's a free community event with an underwater Easter egg hunt, bounce houses, Touch-a-Truck, a scavenger hunt, food, and Easter Bunny photos. The same weekend, the 31st annual Corey Area Spring Art & Craft Festival takes over Corey Avenue in St. Pete Beach on April 4 and 5 from 10 AM to 5 PM, featuring local artists, handmade goods, and food vendors in a walkable outdoor setting.
St. Petersburg Jazz Festival (April 8–11)
The Warehouse Arts District Association and EMIT present four nights of jazz at the ArtsXchange Stage in the Warehouse Arts District. The lineup includes Alexis Cole with the Helios Jazz Orchestra on April 8, Johnbern Thomas Quintet and Randy Bordon Trio on April 9, Markus Gottschlich Trio and Hot Club SRQ on April 10, and Martin Bejerano's Cuban American Trio with special guest Dafnis Prieto on April 11. Shows start at 7:30 PM. A four-concert package runs $65, with individual tickets also available.
Florida Foodies Fest (April 11–12)
The inaugural Florida Foodies Fest takes over Win! Derby at Historic Derby Lane on Gandy Boulevard in St. Petersburg on April 11 and 12. More than 100 vendors will be set up with food trucks, specialty foods, desserts, and locally made goods. Saturday hours are 11 AM to 7 PM, Sunday 11 AM to 5 PM. Admission is free. The festival grounds are behind the building, so you'll walk through Win! Derby to reach the event area. Pets are welcome.
Tampa Bay Blues Festival (April 10–12)
The 30th annual Tampa Bay Blues Festival takes over Vinoy Waterfront Park in downtown St. Petersburg from April 10 through 12. The three-day lineup features Taj Mahal and The Phantom Blues Band, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Tab Benoit, Los Lobos, Samantha Fish, Jimmie Vaughan, and more. A kick-off party on Thursday, April 9 features GA-20 and Jackie Venson. Music runs from 12:30 PM to 10 PM daily. Single-day general admission starts at $75, with multi-day and VIP options available.
Tampa Bay Empanada Festival (April 18–19)
The fourth annual Tampa Bay Empanada Festival returns to Win! Derby at Historic Derby Lane on Gandy Boulevard in St. Petersburg on April 18 and 19. Saturday hours are noon to 8 PM, Sunday noon to 7 PM. Expect a wide variety of empanada vendors, live music, cocktails, and family-friendly activities. It's a laid-back weekend event with a focus on food and good vibes.
St. Petersburg Renaissance Faire (Weekends, April 4–26)
The St. Petersburg Renaissance Faire runs every weekend from April 4 through April 26 at England Brothers Park in Pinellas Park. Hours are 10 AM to 6 PM each day. The faire features medieval-themed food and drink, costumed performers, live entertainment, jousting, and a variety of artisan vendors. Tickets are available online in advance.
Saturday Morning Market (Every Saturday)
The Saturday Morning Market runs every Saturday from 9 AM to 2 PM at Al Lang Stadium, 230 1st Street SE in downtown St. Petersburg. Rain or shine, admission is free. The market features farm-fresh produce, artisanal food products, arts and crafts, food trucks, and live music each week. It's one of the most popular recurring events in the city and a great way to start the weekend.
Free Wellness at the Pier (Ongoing)
The St. Pete Pier continues its free weekly wellness lineup throughout April. Movement Mondays run from 7 to 9 PM with local DJs, flow arts, and dancing. Sunset Yoga with The Body Electric takes place the first Wednesday of each month. F45 Training hosts a free bootcamp at Family Park on the first Friday of each month at 4:30 PM. Pickleball on the Pier runs through April 10. All events are free and open to the public.
April in St. Petersburg has a little bit of everything. Whether you're into live music, local food, history, or just getting outside on a Saturday morning, there's no shortage of things to do. Enjoy the month.
