Top 8 Things To Do In Tampa Bay When You’re Dreaming Of Sweater Weather

No matter how much you wish for temperatures below 85 degrees, it ain’t happening

Visit the Best Indie Haunted House in Florida

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Scream-A-Geddon, an up-and-coming horror park nestled in the middle of nowhere in Dade City, provides scares for a fraction of the cost of comparable theme park haunted houses like Howl-o-Scream and Halloween Horror Nights . Featuring six expansive haunted houses, a Beer Garden and a Monster Midway, you'll have a frightful night ahead. Attendees can purchase a VIP skip the line pass to experience more ghoulish fun. We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance to skip the line and save.

Eat & Drink at the Savor Saint Pete Festival

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Everyone knows St. Pete is the best ‘burg of the Tampa Bay area. If you drink enough wine and beer at this festival, you might forget that it's warm out. Attendees can purchase a VIP pass that allows unlimited tastings from chef tables, or can purchase a general admission ticket and buy small plates à la carte.

Visit and learn more: http://savortheburg.com/

Get Spooked on An Ybor City Ghost Tour

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Explore the history of Tampa’s very own historic district and learn about the poor souls of the legendary Cigar City. If you’re (un)lucky, you might even get a cool breeze…from the ghosts!

Learn more and book your tour here!

Eat the Best Food of Your Life at Rooster & The Till

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As the number one rated restaurant in the Tampa Bay area for 2 years running, you'll want to visit this restaurant regardless of the time of year. Located in the trendy Seminole Heights District, this restaurant hosts a collection of seasonal small plates curated by Chefs Ferrell Alvarez and Ty Rodriguez. The plates are a bit on the pricier side, but worth every cent. Try the short-rib gnocchi for melt-in-your-mouth flavor and potato-y goodness. They’ve just released their fall seasonal menu, so run, don't walk, to get your reservation now.

Hop on the Pirate Taxi in Downtown Tampa

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Whether you ride for transportation or for fun, the Pirate Taxi is a great way to get out and see the best of Tampa Bay. The breeze from the waterfront feels great as the weather starts to cool down in the fall months. Book your voyage here!

Explore a Corn Maze at Sweetfield Farms

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For a more traditional fall experience, look no further than the Sweetfield Farms Fall Activities and Corn Maze. They're known year-round for their Instagrammable sunflower fields and family-friendly farm. Bring the family to pick fresh produce and explore the rows of corn.

Take a Stroll Through Lettuce Lake Park

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The fall months are the only months where weather is tolerable. Take advantage of the slightly more temperate weather to enjoy nature and see the wildlife. Lettuce Lake Park hosts canoe rentals, a hiking trail, and a playground for the kids in your family.

Learn more on the Hillsborough County Website here.

Visit Clearwater Beach and Build a Sandman

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As much as we may miss out on the brisk weather and cute sweaters, we get this view all year-round. Not bad! When the water starts to cool down, you can have a picnic on the beach and bring your favorite fall snacks. Be sure to check out the at Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach.