Top Tampa Bay area events for the week of June 12-18

Kelly A. Stefani, Tampa Bay Times
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Ooza Palooza: Gourmet food trucks prepare fancy grilled cheese and tater tot dishes, in addition to their usual menus. There will also be a dessert court, beer garden, DJ, kids zone, face painting, balloon art, a playground and art vendors. No cover. 5-10 p.m. Saturday (June 17). Albert Whitted Park, 107 Eighth Ave. SE, St. Petersburg.

Tori Amos: The musician, author and activist returns to Clearwater with her Oceans to Oceans tour to celebrate her 2021 album. She will perform with Jon Evans, her longtime collaborator and bassist, and renowned UK drummer Ash Soan. $50-$100. 8 p.m. Sunday (June 18). Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

Summer Classics Movie Series: Now in its 32nd year, Tampa’s longest-running classic movie series celebrates a century of extraordinary filmmaking. It includes silent films, singalongs, Disney classics and more. This portion features the silent film “The Flying Ace” (1926). Free. 3 p.m. Sunday. Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St. 813-274-8286.

Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival A-List: This month, Jean Colton and Kat Klingerman, 2018 recipients of TIGLFF’s Distinguished Friend of the Festival Award, chose “When Night Is Falling,” a film about a Christian college professor who realizes she cares for her dog more than her boyfriend and falls in love with another woman. $12, $10 seniors/students. 3 p.m. Sunday. Green Light Cinema, 221 Second Ave. N, St. Petersburg. 508-816-8968.

Oz: A New Musical: FreeFall presents the story of a dreamer and the reinvention of a world where witches are sometimes good and what you are seeking is already inside you. $25. 7 p.m. Wednesday (June 14) and Friday (June 16), 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday (June 17), 2 p.m. Sunday (June 18). Freefall Theatre, 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-498-5205.

Tampa Bay Juneteenth Festival: The third annual cultural experience and family reunion features a block party atmosphere with live music DJs, food trucks, vendors, a job fair, a health clinic and more. $10 and up. 3-9 p.m. Saturday (June 17). Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. 813-350-6500.

Duran Duran: The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees perform with both Bastille and Nile Rodgers and Chic joining them as special guests. $36.20-$156.20. 7 p.m. Saturday (June 17). Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-6500.

Father’s Day Pirate Water Taxi Cruise: Dads ride free with any paid child or adult ticket. Hop on and hop off at any stops along the Riverwalk and downtown area to enjoy restaurants, museums and attractions nearby. Beer, wine and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Tickets must be purchased onboard to get free admission for Dad. $34, $24 child, Dad free. 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sunday (June 18). Pirate Water Taxi, 333 S Franklin St., Tampa. 813-390-3711.

Richard’s Run: The 10th annual Father’s Day family walk, jog or dog run includes a doggie bandana, a copy of New Barker Magazine and breakfast afterward. Benefits Moffitt Cancer Center. $30, 12 and younger free. 8 a.m. Sunday (June 18). Ulele, 1810 N Highland Ave., Tampa. 813-999-4952.

Love and Lights A Celebration of Inclusion: This Pride month event includes food from local LGBTQ businesses, craft beer, wine, specialty cocktails and two laser light shows featuring music by Lady Gaga and Lizzo. $40. 6-10 p.m. Thursday (June 15). Bishop Planetarium at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W, Bradenton. 941-746-4131.

Laser Lights Nights: Catch music soundtracks by popular bands from all eras set to a laser light show in the planetarium. This week features The Weeknd (7 p.m. Friday, June 16), Michael Jackson (9 p.m. Friday, June 16) and NSYNC/Britney (7 p.m. Saturday, June 17). $15. Bishop Planetarium at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W, Bradenton. 941-746-4131.

$6 Sundays: Make your weekend historic. Enjoy $6 admission to the St. Petersburg Museum of History every Sunday through June 30. No reservations or prepurchased tickets required. Noon-5 p.m. Sunday (June 18). St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 Second Ave. NE. 727-894-1052.

Busch Gardens Summer Nights: The park has extended park hours every night (until 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday) and themed party zones. There will be a fireworks show set to music on the Festival Field every Friday and Saturday plus July 2-4 at 9 p.m. Runs through Aug. 6. Included with park admission. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday (June 12-15), 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday (June 16-17), 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday (June 18). Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, 10165 N McKinley Drive, Tampa. 813-884-4386.

Pride Immersive Experience: The second annual Fairgrounds St. Pete PRIDE Immersive Experience radiates rainbows through June 30 for Pride month. $25. Noon-7:30 p.m. Thursday-Sunday. Fairgrounds St. Pete, 2606 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg.

Shades of Pride Festival: This Juneteenth celebration highlights the impact of Black and brown culture on the LGBTQ+ community. Free. 5 p.m.-3 a.m. Saturday (June 17). The Factory St. Pete, 2622 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg.