Top 15 Tampa Bay area events for the week of Aug. 22-28 – Tampa Bay Times

Wearable Art 16: After a two-year hiatus, the 16th annual “sweet 16″-themed mashup of art and fashion features runway presentations, a gallery exhibit and hair and makeup artistry. $85-$135, $20 standing room/video screen viewing. 7-11 p.m. Saturday. Dunedin Fine Art Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd. 727-298-3322.
Santana: Santana, whose hits include “Black Magic Woman” and “Oye Como Va,” will perform. Earth Wind & Fire are also on the bill. $60-$165. 7 p.m. Saturday. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4801 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. 813-740-2446.
Trick Daddy’s 25th Anniversary Celebration: The concert includes performances by Trick Daddy, CeeLo Green, Trina, Juvenile, Plies and more acts still to be announced. $39-$115. 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Yuengling Center, 4202 E Fowler Ave., Tampa. 813-974-3111.
Gecko Ball: Dress like a gecko, or in your Sunday best, for a night of dancing to live music by Hot Tonic, games, snacks, a costume contest and the coronation of the Gecko Queen. Takes place as part of Gulfport Geckofest. $30-$40. 6-11 p.m. Saturday. Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. 727-893-1070.
Florida Gun Show: The event showcases new, used and antique firearms, ammunition, shooting supplies and knives. There are also shooting accessories, including scopes, clips and carry cases. Concealed weapon permit classes will be offered throughout the weekend. $13, parking $10. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. 813-621-7821.
Toy Train Show: Kids can enjoy a running train layout while you check out vendors selling model trains, die-cast cars and other collectibles. $5, 12 and younger free. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Lopez Hall, 7177 58th St. N, Pinellas Park. 727-244-1341.
Great St. Pete Cupcake Contest: Timed admission tickets can be pre-purchased and will include votes and a to-go container for mini-cupcakes (12-pack or 24-pack offered). Tickets are priced with an early-access rate on the first hour (noon-1p.m.) guaranteeing first choice of some of the most popular flavors and beautifully decorated cupcakes (no additional charge for Morean members). $10-$25. Noon-3 p.m. Saturday. Morean Arts Center for Clay, 420 22nd St. S, St. Petersburg. 727-821-7162.
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Oktoberfest Pig Roast: Grab your commemorative glass and kick off Oktoberfest season at this party with unlimited pig roast, sausage and sides, an ice luge and a photo booth. $50. 4-8 p.m. Saturday. Zydeco Brew Werks, 1902 E Seventh Ave., Tampa. 813-252-4541.
Summer Rum and Seafood Festival: Multiple distilleries serve up rum and rum cocktails at this festival with crab races, live music by The Sapphire Band and Come Monday, food trucks and fresh seafood items from area restaurants. $5. Upgrades available on EventBrite. 4-10 p.m. Saturday. Tampa Premium Outlets, 2398 Grand Cypress Drive, Lutz. 727-674-1464.
Flip Circus: World-class clowns, acrobats, jugglers, aerialists, hand-balancers and daredevils display their talents right in front of you, with no seat more than 50 feet from the ring. $25-$65. 7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon, 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, noon, 3 and 6 p.m. Sunday. Westfield Brandon, 459 Brandon Town Center Drive. 877-829-7839.
Science After Dark: Adults get a chance to play with MOSI’s interactive labs and hands-on exhibits including the animatronic Dinosaurs Around the World that is visiting this summer. There will also be light appetizers, beer and wine samplings. $15.95. 6-9 p.m. Friday. Museum of Science and Industry, 4801 E Fowler Ave., Tampa. 813-987-6000.
Big Wave Boat Crawl: Board the Pirate Water Taxi for a boat bar crawl with stops at Sparkman Wharf, Ricks on the River, Four Green Fields, Sail Pavilion and Strandhill Public. Includes beer, swag and raffles. $25. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday. Tampa Convention Center, 333 S Franklin St. 813-274-8511.
Clearwater Threshers: The Threshers hit the field as the Beach Dogs to face the Tampa Tarpons. The first 1,000 guests get a free Beach Dogs sports towel. Fridays are also dog-friendly. Fans may bring their dog into BayCare Ballpark to enjoy the game. Dog tickets are $7 and available for walk-up purchases. Dog tickets benefit a local pet charity that will be on-site. $7-$11. 6:30 p.m. Friday. BayCare Ballpark, 601 N Old Coachman Road, Clearwater. 727-712-4300.
Summer Classics Movie Series: The 31st annual series of classic movies features silent films accompanied by the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ, sing-alongs and modern-day classics. This portion features the 1920 short comedy “One Week” (unrated, 19 minutes) and the 1928 comedy-romance “The Cameraman” (PG, 67 minutes). $10-$15. 3 p.m. Sunday. Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St. 813-274-8286.

Independence Day of Ukraine: This exploration of Ukrainian culture includes introductions by Mayor Jane Castor, Ukrainian singers, a violin player, bandura music, karaoke, comedy, fashion show, dancing and the reading of Ukrainian poetry in English. $10 donation appreciated. 9:30 a.m.-noon Saturday. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N Ashley Drive, Tampa. 813-675-5400.
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