Halloween, gem show, Hillary Clinton

Rock, Gems and Jewelry Show: The Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club’s 65th annual show will feature more than 50 vendors offering unique slabs, cabochons, beads, gemstones, jewelry and more. Also a free treasure hunt for children. $10, $8 seniors, 9 and under free. Saturday 10am – 6pm, Sunday 10am – 5pm. Florida State Fairgrounds Special Events Center, 4802 US 301 N., Tampa. 813-684-2039. tampabayrockclub.org.

Hillary Clinton: The former first lady, U.S. senator, secretary of state and presidential candidate will discuss her new book, ‘Something Lost, Something Gained: Reflections on Life, Love, and Liberty.’ A moderator will guide the exchanges about politics and democracy, but also about friendship, aging, marriage and how we can work together to shape the future. 3pm Saturday (November 2). $79.50 and up at strazcenter.org or 813-229-7827. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa.

Cry-O-Scream: Busch Gardens’ annual multi-scare Halloween celebration goes beyond Thursday’s Halloween billing and continues through Saturday with five haunted houses and multiple outdoor scare zones. Starts at 7pm Wednesday through Saturday. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, 10165 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa. 813-884-4386.

For King+ Land: The four-time Grammy Award-winning duo had to move their show due to hurricanes. We finally get the Unsung Hero tour on Monday (November 4) at 7pm. $25-$180. Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-6500.

After a hurricane delay, For King + Country will bring their show to the Amalie Arena on November 4. (JRA)

Movies in the park: Bring blankets, chairs and your leashed pets for free movies under the stars in Largo Central Park. This week brings “Coco” in celebration of Dia de los Muertos on Friday (November 1). The movie starts around 6:30 PM and snacks are available. Free. 101 Central Park Drive, Largo.

Maverick city music: The Grammy-winning Christian music collective brings its Good News tour. 7pm Thursday (October 31). $25.75. Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-6500.

In "Coco," Miguel's love for music eventually leads him to the Land of the Dead, where he teams up with the charming trickster Hector. Largo's Movies in the Park will screen the film Friday (November 1) in Largo Central Park. — In ‘Coco’, Miguel’s love for music eventually leads him to the Land of the Dead, where he teams up with the charming trickster Hector. Largo’s Movies in the Park will screen the film Friday (November 1) in Largo Central Park. (Walt Disney Photos)

Sandy Atkinson and the True Loves: Blues, rock and Americana are on the menu for Sandy’s original songs album release party, hosted by popular DJ Marvelous Marvin, with special guest Sarasota Slim. 7:30 PM Wednesday (October 30). $25-$40. Palladium Theater Side Door, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg.

The Florida Orchestra: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5. Friday, November 1, 8 p.m., at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa. Saturday, November 2, 8 p.m., at Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg. Sunday, November 3, 7:30 PM, at Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater. Tickets start at $23. the.floridaorkest.org.

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Currency: I’m no longer afraid of the Tour. $32.50. 7pm Friday (November 1). Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 727-565-0550.

Candy Dulfer: The Grammy-nominated saxophonist sold more than 2.5 million copies of her debut solo album. $39-$69. Friday 8 p.m. (November 1). Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theater, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

Enjoy the St. Pete Food & Wine Festival: In its 12th year, the festival brings together a collection of chefs, restaurants, wineries and craft breweries. Tickets are all-inclusive, with unlimited access to food, wine and beer tastings, live DJ entertainment, a limited edition wine glass and lanyard, and a custom tote bag. $105; VIP-$145. 1-4pm Saturday-Sunday (November 2-3). Vinoy Park, 501 Fifth Ave. NE, St. Petersburg.

Tampa Bay Sun FC players congratulate Brooke Hendrix on the team's first-ever goal against Dallas Trinity FC at Riverfront Stadium at Blake High School on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, in Tampa. The team will play the Lexington Soccer Club on Saturday. — Tampa Bay Sun FC players congratulate Brooke Hendrix on the team’s first-ever goal against Dallas Trinity FC at Riverfront Stadium at Blake High School on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, in Tampa. The team will play the Lexington Soccer Club on Saturday. (LUIS SANTANA | Times)

Tampa Bay Sun: In the first season of the professional women’s soccer team, they play against Lexington. $20 and up. 7pm Saturday. Riverfront Stadium at Blake High School, 1701 North Blvd., Tampa.

Scream-A-Geddon: Six attractions in one location. Haunts include Rage 3D, Ravenhill Asylum, Bloodwater Bayou, Breach, Demon’s Revenge and Zombie Paintball Assault. Other features include a Monster Midway and a haunted beer garden. From $28.95. 7pm Wednesday-Saturday. 27839 Saint Joe Road, Dade City. 813-452-5412.

The Boy Who Loved Batman: An inspiring comedy about an amazing journey from New Jersey to Hollywood, from comic books to the silver screen. $75. 7:30 PM Wednesday through Saturday, 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM Sunday. Jaeb Theater at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827.

Tampa Halloween Pub Crawl: Guaranteed at least four stops during this crawl with Halloween swag and a digital crawl map. $10.99 – $24.99. Thursday 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Bad Monkey, 1717 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa. 813-280-9971.

Bob the Drag Queen: The confidence landed Bob the title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar” on season eight of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” which in turn landed Bob a host of acting opportunities for HBO, Netflix, MTV and VH1. $34.25 – $203.75. 7:30 PM Saturday. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827. strazcenter.org

Podcast Live “Two Hot Takes”: Join host Morgan Absher and her team of co-hosts as they scour Reddit, listener writing, and the rest of the internet to deliver their exciting takes on juicy dating, relationships, life, and other social issue stories. $35. 8pm Saturday (November 2). Capitol Theater, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

Nurse Johannes: John Dela Cruz’s comedy tackles the highs and lows of the service industry. $35-$45. Sunday 7:00 PM and 9:45 PM. Tampa Theater, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa. 813-274-8286.

Halloween run: Join Fit2Run for a casual Halloween themed fun run. Costumes welcome. Free. 6:30 PM Wednesday (October 30). 3 Daughters Brewing, 222 22nd St. S., St. Petersburg. 727-495-6002.

Fun and Furious Friday: ‘Meet in the middle’ to celebrate First Friday with giant yard games, live music, a luxury and sports car show and food from area restaurants. Free. Friday 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Midtown Tampa, 3659 Midtown Drive, Tampa. midtowntampa.com.

Evil Dead: the musical: Running through Nov. 3 at West Coast Players, 21905 US 19 N., Clearwater. Tickets $23. Call 727-437-2363. Visit wcplayers.com.

Pinellas Community Band and Pinellas Clarinet Choir: October concert; 7pm Thursday (October 31). First United Methodist Church of Dunedin, Fellowship Hall, 411 Wood St., Dunedin. dunedinmusicsociety.org.

Matthew & Gunnar Nelson: Ricky Nelson Remembered: Tickets $24.50. 8 p.m. Friday, November 1. Central Park Performing Arts Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Visit LargoArts.com or call 727-587-6793.

Joe Bouchard of Blue Oyster Cult: Tickets $24.50. 8 p.m. Friday, November 2. Central Park Performing Arts Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. LargoArts.com or 727-587-6793.

Johnny B: murdered: Tickets start at $12. 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM Saturday, November 2. Richey Suncoast Theater, 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey. Call 727-842-6777 or visit richeysuncoasttheatre.com.

Annika Rooms: $30-$35. 7:30 PM Saturday, November 2. Safety Harbor Art & Music Center, 706 Second St. N., Safety Harbor. safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com.

Weston estate: $29.50. 8:00 PM Thursday October 31. Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg. jannuslive.com.

Say something: $36 in advance. 7:30 PM Sunday, November 3. Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg. jannuslive.com.

Zach rushes: Tickets start at $35. Nov. 1-3, Side Splitters, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. Call 813-960-1197. sidesplitterscomedy.com.

Greek: Tickets start at $59. 8pm Sunday, November 3. Hard Rock Event Center at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 5223 Orient Road, Tampa. Visit Ticketmaster. com or seminolehardrocktampa.com.

The Magic of Eric Eaton: November 1-2. Side Splitters at the Grove, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., Theater 7, Wesley Chapel. For pricing and to make reservations, call 813-960-1197 or visit sidesplitterscomedy.com.

Also compiled by Lee Clarke Zumpe, Tampa Bay Newspapers