Key Takeaways
- Columbus Day weekend 2026 (Oct. 10–12) brings arena concerts, club shows, and festivals to venues across Tampa.
- Friday centers on two major headliners, with Karol G at Raymond James Stadium and Bryson Tiller at MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre.
- Saturday stacks Rebecca Black at The Ritz Ybor, Five Finger Death Punch, Phil Wickham, and 999999999 alongside Oktoberfest Tampa and Armature Works Fall Fest.
- Sunday features the Jonas Brothers at Benchmark International Arena, plus TNA Wrestling’s Bound for Glory, Kyle Gordon, and the Taste of Latino Festival.
- OnesToWatch Live curates this first-party data-driven guide so fans can map out a full Tampa live-music weekend.
Featured Ticket Links For Tampa Columbus Day Weekend
Lock in seats early for the busiest shows of the holiday stretch.
Rebecca Black — Saturday, Oct. 10 — The Ritz Ybor — Get Rebecca Black tickets
Karol G (VIAJANDO POR EL MUNDO TROPITOUR) — Friday, Oct. 9 — Raymond James Stadium — Get Karol G tickets
Bryson Tiller (The Neo Trapsoul Tour) — Friday, Oct. 9 — MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds — Find Bryson Tiller seats
Five Finger Death Punch — Saturday, Oct. 10 — MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds — Reserve Five Finger Death Punch tickets
Phil Wickham (Song of the Saints Tour) — Saturday, Oct. 10 — Benchmark International Arena — Get Phil Wickham tickets
999999999 — Saturday, Oct. 10 — The Ritz Ybor — Grab 999999999 tickets
Jonas Brothers — Sunday, Oct. 11 — Benchmark International Arena — Buy Jonas Brothers tickets
Kyle Gordon — Sunday, Oct. 11 — New World Music Hall — Secure Kyle Gordon tickets
TNA Wrestling (Bound for Glory) — Sunday, Oct. 11 — Yuengling Center — Get Bound for Glory tickets
Tim Dillon — Friday–Saturday, Oct. 9–10 — Side Splitters Comedy Club — See Tim Dillon on Friday See Tim Dillon on Saturday
Oktoberfest Tampa — Oct. 9–11 — Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
Armature Works Fall Fest — Oct. 10–11 — Armature Works
Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens — select nights from Sept. 11 through Oct. 31, 2026
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Friday, October 9
1. Karol G — VIAJANDO POR EL MUNDO TROPITOUR
Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa — 7:00 PM — tickets from $112.75 according to JamBase
Karol G’s VIAJANDO POR EL MUNDO TROPITOUR brings one of Latin music’s biggest stadium productions to Raymond James Stadium to start the holiday stretch. The tour’s large-scale staging has shaped the arena reggaeton format in 2026, and this Tampa date reflects that scale.
2. Bryson Tiller — The Neo Trapsoul Tour
MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N., Tampa — 7:30 PM — tickets from $80 for Florida Lottery Lawn Seating and up to $195 for Upper section seats, per Event Tickets Center
Bryson Tiller’s The Neo Trapsoul Tour hits MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre the same night as Karol G, creating a major Friday night decision for R&B and reggaeton fans. Tiller’s catalog leans into atmospheric R&B that fits the amphitheatre’s open-air sound.
3. Tim Dillon
Side Splitters Comedy Club, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa — Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 — tickets starting at $40
Comedian Tim Dillon continues a multi-night stand at Side Splitters, with shows running October 7–11, 2026. Friday’s performances give comedy fans a club option away from the stadium and amphitheatre crowds.
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4. Oktoberfest Tampa — Opening Night
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa — Friday 4:00 PM–11:00 PM — general admission from $10; VIP packages available
Oktoberfest Tampa 2026 opens Friday with an inaugural keg tapping along the Hillsborough River. The three-day festival bills itself as Tampa’s largest Oktoberfest. It features live German and polka bands, imported and craft beer, and traditional foods like schnitzel, pretzels, and bratwurst along the downtown skyline. Children 12 and under receive complimentary General Admission with a parent, and all guests under 21 must attend with a parent.
Saturday, October 10
5. Rebecca Black
The Ritz Ybor, Tampa, FL
Rebecca Black headlines The Ritz Ybor on Saturday night and stands out as the weekend’s marquee pop show. Her evolution from viral origins into a credible live performer has built a dedicated fanbase that thrives in intimate rooms. The Ritz Ybor’s capacity and sound design suit a performance of this scale.
6. Five Finger Death Punch
MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N., Tampa — 6:45 PM on Saturday, October 10, 2026
Five Finger Death Punch takes over the amphitheatre on Saturday evening with the heaviest lineup of the holiday run. The band’s hard rock and metal catalog favors large outdoor venues, where production and volume can scale up.
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7. Phil Wickham — Song of the Saints Tour
Benchmark International Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa — 7:00 PM
Phil Wickham’s Song of the Saints Tour fills Benchmark International Arena on Saturday with contemporary Christian worship. His setlists draw cross-generational crowds, and the arena setting supports the communal, singalong atmosphere.
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8. 999999999
The Ritz Ybor, Tampa, FL
999999999 is an Italian techno duo known for hard techno and acid techno, playing The Ritz Ybor on Saturday as the top club-focused electronic pick. The venue’s layout and sound system match the intensity and low-end of their sets.
9. Tim Dillon
Side Splitters Comedy Club, 12938 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa — Saturday, Oct. 10
Tim Dillon continues his Side Splitters run on Saturday as part of the October 7–11 residency. These shows give comedy fans a late-night option after daytime festivals or earlier concerts.
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10. Oktoberfest Tampa — Saturday
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa — 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
Saturday marks the longest Oktoberfest Tampa day, running 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM with live music, Outrageous Bavarian Games, and Bavarian food along the Hillsborough River.
11. Armature Works Fall Fest
Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa — Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 PM–5:00 PM and Sunday, October 11, 2026, 12:00 PM–4:00 PM; entry is free both days
The 9th Annual Armature Works Fall Fest runs Saturday and Sunday on the West Lawn and Market Street with free admission. Some children’s activities use paid add-ons purchased onsite. The festival features a fall market with local vendors, live music under string lights, and fall-themed cocktails and food from Armature Works restaurants. Family activities include a petting zoo, pony and camel rides, face painting, and a bounce zone. A $20 all-day activity pass covers the bounce zone for kids ages 5 and up and is sold onsite. Guests who bring a non-perishable canned good to support Metropolitan Ministries earn a raffle entry for a $100 Armature Works gift card for each item donated. Parking is $20 at all lots and the Heights Parking Garage from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM both days, and $10 before 10:00 AM and after 5:00 PM.
12. USF Botanical Gardens Fall Plant Festival
USF Botanical Gardens, 12210 USF Pine Drive, Tampa — Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM — $8.60 per person
The USF Botanical Gardens Fall 2026 Plant Festival features more than 50 local growers, rare and native plants, artisan goods, food trucks, and family activities. Expert gardening advice is available onsite, and pre-sale tickets are offered through the USF Touchnet store.
Sunday, October 11
13. Jonas Brothers
Benchmark International Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa — Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM, with ticket prices starting at approximately $63–$64 according to some ticket resale sites
The Jonas Brothers headline Benchmark International Arena on Sunday night, anchoring the largest indoor concert of the weekend. Their catalog spans multiple pop-rock eras and draws a wide age range, which makes this one of the most broadly accessible arena events.
14. Kyle Gordon
New World Music Hall, Tampa, FL — Sunday, Oct. 11
Kyle Gordon plays New World Music Hall on Sunday, offering a club-scale alternative to the nearby arena show. His comedic pop style has built a strong online following that often translates into engaged, participatory live crowds.
15. TNA Wrestling — Bound for Glory
Yuengling Center, Tampa, FL — Sunday, Oct. 11
TNA Wrestling’s Bound for Glory pay-per-view event comes to the Yuengling Center on Sunday, adding a major live-entertainment option for wrestling fans alongside the concert calendar.
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16. Taste of Latino Festival & Empanada Smackdown
Centennial Park, 1800 E. 8th Ave., Ybor City, Tampa — Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
The 8th Annual Taste of Latino Festival & Empanada Smackdown takes over Centennial Park in Ybor City on Sunday afternoon. The event celebrates Latin culture with food, music, and vendors during Hispanic Heritage Month.
17. Armature Works Fall Fest — Sunday
Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa — 12:00 PM–4:00 PM — Free admission
The Fall Fest continues Sunday with the same free-admission format, live music, and family activities highlighted on Saturday.
Monday, October 12
18. Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, 10165 McKinley Drive, Tampa — gates open 5:00 PM, event starts 7:00 PM — single-night tickets start at $48.99
Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay runs on select nights from September 11 through October 31, 2026, with six haunted houses, six scare zones, and live entertainment including Fiends and Cirque X-Scream. Monday’s date offers a lighter schedule for visitors who prefer smaller crowds.