Another weekend of festivals, fashion, and fun in the hottest district in St. Pete! And we’d be remiss to let you miss the waning days of Dali & Schiaparelli’s In Daring Fashion exhibit – the first of its kind at the Dali Museum. If you make one plan this weekend, let it be this show!
ICY[A]MI (In Case You [Almost] Missed It): This weekend is your very last chance to see this iconic fashion-oriented display at the Dali Museum. Dali & Schiaparelli – presented in collaboration by The Dali Museum and Schiaparelli Paris – features haute couture gowns and accessories, jewelry, paintings, drawings, objects and photos, as well as new designs by Bertrand Guyon for Maison Schiaparelli. It is the first exhibition dedicated to the creative relationship and works of Elsa Schiaparelli and Salvador Dali – friends and collaborators that set Paris and the world ablaze with their groundbreaking visions.
THURSDAY JAN 11TH
An Evening with Branford Marsalis Quartet
NEA Jazz Master, renowned Grammy Award winning saxophonist and Tony Award nominee Branford Marsalis is one of the most revered instrumentalists of his time. Leader of one of the finest jazz quartets today, and a frequent soloist with classical ensembles, Marsalis’ most current recording with his quartet is Four MFS Playin’ Tunes. The Branford Marsali Quartet is one of the most innovative and forward thinking jazz ensembles around today! The show starts at 7:30pm at the Mahaffey Theater. Tickets here.
Fine Art after 5pm: reduced admission to The Dali Museum & MFA
Fine art can be pricey. Thursdays after 5pm, visit the Dali for just $10, and the MFA for $5. Have a glass of wine and stroll the museums for the perfect Happy Hour.
More Dali Museum information can be found here.
Museum of Fine Arts information can be found here.
Be sure to check out the Dali & Schiaparelli exhibit, as well as the Star Wars & the Power of Costume exhibit before they’re gone. This is the last week to see the Dali & Schiaparelli exhibit! Don’t miss it.
FRIDAY JAN 12TH
St. Pete Craft Beer & Bites Tour
Craft beer enthusiasts, upscale fine dining, Florida casual… there’s a tour for everyone! Experience the food and beer scene in St. Pete during a 3 hour walking tour that will offer you the opportunity to meet the chefs and owners of one of a kind restaurants, breweries and shops. St. Pete Craft Beer & Bites Tours available every Friday 5 pm – 8 pm between now and March 2018. Limited tickets available, book your tour now.
HYbar Happy Hour
Hit the rooftop of St. Pete’s newest hotel – The Hyatt Place St. Pete. Celebrate your long week with a cold craft cocktail or local craft brew while listening to local live music! This high brow happy hour happens every Friday night, with beautiful views and great deals. Runs from 4:30pm-7:30pm.
SATURDAY JAN 13TH
Running for (Coffee) Brews!
Join Run For Brews every Saturday morning at 8am for a FREE 5K run in DTSP, followed by coffee and breakfast at Mickey’s Cafe on Central! The 5K is a beautiful waterfront route in downtown St. Pete… and runners receive 10% off food and drinks at Mickey’s on their return! Kick that New Years Resolution into full gear and get running! All levels are welcome…walkers, runners, joggers! If you haven’t already signed a waiver, please do so at www.runningforbrews.com.
Saturday Morning Market at Al Lang Stadium
St. Pete’s favorite way to say good morning is back on Beach Drive! After spending the summer in Williams Park, the Market is back with all of the goods – and eats – to make your Saturday morning sweet. Stop by Al Lang Stadium Parking lot from 9am to 2pm. For more information, visit their website: http://saturdaymorningmarket.com/
Dali and Beyond Film Series: 60 Years and Still in Vogue
The Dalí & Beyond Film Series features an eclectic selection of films – both familiar and fantastic – with monthly themes ranging from horror, experimental and psychological to kid-friendly and world cinema. Before we bid adieu to our special exhibition, Dalí and Schiaparelli, we invite you to enter Schiaparelli’s world of early 20th century Paris during this month’s Saturday films. This week: 60 Years and Still in Vogue – Horst P. Horst. This event starts at 1pm, at the Dali Museum.
Sunshine Music Festival
SUNDAY JAN 14TH
Sunshine Music Festival
Sunshine City Film Festival – Student Films and Independent Shorts
Up and coming filmmakers and independent artist screen their work- some for the first time on the Big Screens of the beautiful theaters at Sundial AMC. At 3 – 3:45PM, light refreshments and dynamic live performances by the amazing students of the ACT (Arts Conservatory for Teens: an elite program that grooms young up and coming talent in the arts, and life) prior to film screenings. From 4- 8pm – Student & Indie Short Films Showcase –
Be amazed at the level of creativity held within the minds of the future filmmakers and producers of tomorrow.
Yoga at the Dali
From 10:30-11:45am every Sunday. Join Lucky Cat Yoga every Sunday at The Dali – a remarkable environment where Dali’s energy infuses the physical, mental and spiritual inspiration of yoga. Classes are held in the Raymond James Community Room or Avant-Garden, both with incredible views of the waterfront.
The Lucky Cats teach vinyasa yoga, an all-levels approach that incorporates an interplay of basic breath work, postures, meditation and relaxation. Each student is encouraged to awaken and sustain their practice at their own pace. Please arrive early on a light stomach. Don’t have a mat? We have several on hand to lend.
Cost: $10 members and students, $15 non-members.
Masterpieces & Mimosas at the Dali Museum
Let’s get (Sur)real. What could be better than a Spanish brunch, complete with mimosas AND the wild works of Salvador Dali? No comparison. Grab a companion for your journey into weird and wonderful from 11 to 4pm in the museum’s Gala Cafe.
