Let’s be honest: while the massive concert tours get the headlines, the real pulse of Florida’s music scene happens in the dark corners of Ybor City’s clubs, the packed stages in St. Pete, and the cozy local venues right in our backyard.
At Bandloc, we are obsessed with the local acts that make this region so special. If you’re looking to skip the stadium prices and experience the raw, sweaty energy that only an intimate venue can provide, we’ve got your weekend sorted.
Here are 10 must-see local and touring shows happening around the Tampa Bay area between now and the end of May:
| Date | Artist | Venue | City |
| May 20 | Citizen Soldier | The Orpheum | Tampa |
| May 20 | Magnolia Park | New World Music Hall | Tampa |
| May 21 | The 502s | Jannus Live | St. Petersburg |
| May 21 | Arankai | The Orpheum | Tampa |
| May 21 | Melody Trucks & Fitzkee Bros | The Blueberry Patch | Gulfport |
| May 22 | Guavatron | Bayboro Brewing | St. Petersburg |
| May 22 | Santigold | Jannus Live | St. Petersburg |
| May 22 | Krewella | The Ritz Ybor | Tampa |
| May 23 | Timmy Trumpet | The Ritz Ybor | Tampa |
| May 24 | Juice | Crowbar | Tampa |
(Keep reading for our full breakdown of the upcoming schedule and how you can support these local icons!)
Support Local, Stay Connected Don’t let your next favorite band fly under the radar. Use Bandloc to filter by your city, genre, or specific date to see what’s happening at your favorite local haunts.
Ready to get out? Find your next show at Bandloc.com.
