Things To Do In Largo & Around Pinellas

5 Things to Do This Weekend, Oct. 5-7: Bret Michaels, Oktoberfest

Here are our picks for fun things to do this weekend in Largo and around Pinellas. Have an idea of your own? Share it in the comments!

1. Bret Michaels concert.  The "Get Your Rock on Tour 2012" comes to Largo Friday night at 8 p.m. Bret Michaels is known for being the frontman of Poison, with songs like "Every Rose Has Its Thorn." He was also on the NBC TV show "Celebrity Apprentice" in 2010.  2. Walk Like MADD. The walk and 5K benefit Mother's Against Drunk Driving. American Idol finalist Jeremy Rosado will sing and sign autographs. 3. First Friday Oktoberfest. Largo's First Friday this month has an Oktoberfest theme. Head to downtown Largo for an evening of live music, shopping, food, drink, street performers and more. 4. Achieva Box Car Rally. This family friend event benefits classrooms in Pinellas County. There will be box car races, food, drinks, kids events, local…

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Raise a Beer Stein to Oktoberfest 2012 in Largo

Get your lederhosen out—Oktoberfest is here!

Before Halloween is here, there’s another not-so-spooky way to celebrate the fall: the German holiday of Oktoberfest! While you're looking forward to dressing up in a costume and nearly getting a cavity from the candy intake, you can don knee socks and feast on bratwursts and beer. In its native Bavaria, Germany, Oktoberfest is traditionally celebrated for 16 days, and this year the fun goes from Sept. 22—Oct. 7. It is one of the most spirited celebrations in Germany, and is a huge part of Bavarian culture. The first Oktoberfest was in 1810, as part of Crown Prince Ludwig’s wedding festivities, and has continued ever since. Largo's First Friday (Oct. 5) is an Oktoberfest! The fun street festival runs from 6 until 11 p.m. by O'Shy's Irish …

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First Friday Returns With Food, Entertainment in Largo

This first Friday of September will kick off the recommencement of Largo’s locally renown First Friday street festival, taking place on First Avenue Southwest between Clearwater-Largo Road and Ridge Road and in front of O’Shy’s Irish Pub.

The beginning of September marks more than a close of the summer season and more tropical storm threats for Largo's locals.  This first Friday of September will kick off the recommencement of Largo’s locally renowned First Friday street festival, taking place on First Avenue Southwest between Clearwater-Largo Road and Ridge Road and in front of O’Shy’s Irish Tap House. The event, which has been on hiatus since May due to variable, hot weather and a lack of local tenants, normally takes place on the first Friday of every month.  The Sept. 7 First Friday will take place from about 6 p.m. to about 11 and will revolve around an "end of summer" theme. Organizers Kurt and Raelynn Hesser, new owners of O’Shy’s, have spent the past three weeks …

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The Deli Diva

3:27 pm on Thursday, September 6, 2012

Sorry The Deli Diva won't be a part of this month's event as we are still closed for the season, but we'll be selling our pastrami and great foods in October and beyond.   more ›

O’Shy’s Changes Owners, But Not Direction

New owners Karl and Kurt Hesser aim to continue traditions set by Jennifer Lantry, including First Friday and serving plenty of craft beers.

Often when new owners take over a business, they immediately turn the place upside down, changing the décor, the menu and even the name, in order to make it their own.  But Karl and Kurt Hesser, two brothers from Pennsylvania who have worked as executives for many years, are smart enough to realize you don’t mess with a good thing if you have one.  So even though the Hessers took ownership of O’Shy’s Irish Tap House from founder Jennifer Lantry last week, the brothers don’t plan on altering the formula that made the business a success, and that includes keeping Lantry involved.  “Jen’s not going anywhere. She’s not leaving,” Kurt Hesser said Friday afternoon as the trio sat inside O’Shy’s discussing the transition. “She is the heart and …

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2:09 am on Saturday, May 26, 2012

If you cant take some noise there is lots of 55 and up neighborhoods in largo move there lol pathetic haha!   more ›

Weekend Things to Do: Feb. 3-5

First Friday, Train Weekend, Velveteen Rabbit, Jazz Classics, Punk Rock Fashion

First Friday. This month’s block party has a Renaissance Festival theme.  Come enjoy the live bands, street performers,  art and craft vendors, and great food from area restaurants and food trucks. The street between The Deli Diva and O’Shy’s Irish Tap House is blocked off for the festivities. The Feb. 3 party is from 6 until 11 p.m. Call 727.517.6821 for more information. Train Weekend. Ride the miniature trains of the Largo Central Railroad on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. in Largo Central Park. This popular event is held the first full weekend of each month.  Donations are appreciated. Complete the train waiver and bring it with you.  Velveteen Rabbit. Join the rabbit and skin horse for this musical version of  a family …

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Moms, Pops and Entrepreneurs

Bar Owner Trying to Change Downtown Culture

Jennifer Lantry, owner of O'Shy's Irish Tap House, has big plans for the Old Northwest district.

After 15 years of living in Largo, Jennifer Lantry was tired of hearing all the negative connotations associated with her adopted hometown. Lantry has heard derogatory terms used to describe Largo, seen her friends travel away from the area for a fun night out on the town, and endured plenty of rolled eyes and sorry smiles when she told people she was opening a bar in the Old Northwest district off West Bay Drive. "I want to get rid of the word Larghetto," said Lantry, owner of O'Shy's Irish Tap House on Clearwater-Largo Road. "I'm trying to get Largo to be a normal word in people's minds." "The people who live here should stay here when they want to go out and have a good time," she said. In July, the charismatic Lantry, 33, formed Largo'…

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The Deli Diva

3:34 pm on Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Jen, Charlotte came and told us about the meeting. We'll be there to speak up and give our support!   more ›

Main Event: First Friday

The second edition of this downtown block party takes place tonight

Last month, Largo joined the ranks of other area communities like St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Safety Harbor by holding its first ever First Friday event. Over 900 people attended the outdoor event on July 31st, which covered a one block radius from Clearwater Largo Road to Ridge Road along 1st Avenue SW. Organized by local business leaders as a way to not only boost the economy, but raise the entire profile of the city, is a terrific way to get out, have some fun, and pump some life into the Largo entertainment scene. There's plenty to see and do at the free event, which includes street performers, live music, local artists and plenty of delicious food to purchase from a variety of participating area restaurants. Last time, food was …

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Great Escape: Party at Downtown Largo's First Friday

Largo businesses will host the city's first ever "First Friday". Enjoy music, food, drinks and fun.

Many of the surrounding cities host a "First Friday" event, a night of entertainment held on the first Friday of the month. Get ready to celebrate because Largo will host its own, starting this Friday, July 1st. If you're looking for a fun night of food, music and entertainment, then you'll love this Great Escape. Street performers will entertain you, while you dance to live music. You'll also enjoy food from local restaurants, like Deli Diva, O'Shy's Irish Tap House, Smokin' Rib Shack and more. Be sure to bring family and friends to this free outdoor celebration. This huge street party will be held on 1st Avenue between Clearwater-Largo Road and Ridge Road. Downtown Largo's First Friday will be held the first Friday of each month. Don't …

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