Key Takeaways
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Tampa’s October 2026 calendar features a dense run of concerts, comedy, and sports across major city venues.
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Dermot Kennedy, Rebecca Black, and Snail Mail with Soccer Mommy anchor the OnesToWatch Live picks for this month.
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This guide highlights time-sensitive OnesToWatch Live shows, then lists every upcoming Tampa event by date and venue.
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Each listing includes a direct ticket link, so readers can move quickly from browsing to securing seats.
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All dates and venues come from the OnesToWatch Live calendar as of September 29, 2026.
Featured Ticket Links for OnesToWatch Artists
Start with three OnesToWatch artists drawing the strongest early interest, then explore the full Tampa calendar below.
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Dermot Kennedy — The Weight of the Woods Tour
Thursday, October 8, 2026 | Yuengling Center, Tampa, FL -
Rebecca Black
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | The Ritz Ybor, Tampa, FLPreview Rebecca Black’s live presence with a recent performance clip and photo from her current run of shows.
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Snail Mail with Soccer Mommy
Sunday, October 18, 2026 | Orpheum Theatre – Tampa, Tampa, FLGet a feel for Snail Mail’s guitar-driven set and Soccer Mommy’s indie rock pairing through the visuals below.
Upcoming Tampa Events — October 2026 Full List
The listings below cover every upcoming Tampa event on the OnesToWatch Live calendar for October 2026, organized by date. Use this section to compare genres, venues, and schedules at a glance.
Thursday, October 1
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The Singularity Play | USF Theatre 2, Tampa, FL
Friday, October 2
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Atsuko Okatsuka — The Big Bowl Tour | Tampa Bay Perf Arts Ctr Ferguson Hall, Tampa, FL
Atsuko Okatsuka | David A. Straz Center – Ferguson Hall, Tampa, FL
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Atsuko Okatsuka | Tampa Theater, Tampa, FL
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Bleach — 30 Year Anniversary with Rookie of the Year and Keep Warm | New World Music Hall, Tampa, FL
Bleach marks three decades with a nostalgic punk bill supported by Rookie of the Year and Keep Warm.
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Gabriel Rutledge | Funny Bone Comedy Club – Tampa, Tampa, FL
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Gabriel Rutledge (Late Show) | Funny Bone Comedy Club – Tampa, Tampa, FL
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Midnight Tyrannosaurus | The Ritz Ybor, Tampa, FL
This bass-heavy electronic set brings a late-night club atmosphere to The Ritz Ybor.
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The Singularity Play | USF Theatre 2, Tampa, FL
This performance continues the run of the sci-fi themed stage production at USF Theatre 2.
Saturday, October 3
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Gabriel Rutledge | Funny Bone Comedy Club – Tampa, Tampa, FL
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Gabriel Rutledge (Late Show) | Funny Bone Comedy Club – Tampa, FL
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Joey Cash | Zodiac, Tampa, FL
This club date offers an intimate setting for Joey Cash’s set.
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South Florida Bulls Football vs. Temple | Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
This American Athletic Conference matchup brings college football energy to Raymond James Stadium.
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Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Washington Capitals | Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL
This early-season NHL game pairs Tampa Bay with a perennial Eastern Conference contender.
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The Beths | The Ritz Ybor, Tampa, FL
The Beths bring hook-heavy indie rock to The Ritz Ybor for a single Tampa date.
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The Singularity Play | USF Theatre 2, Tampa, FL
This performance continues the weekend run of the production at USF Theatre 2.
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Treaty Oak Revival — West Texas Degenerate Tour | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds, Tampa, FL
Rolling Stone called Treaty Oak Revival “one of the most exciting live experiences in all of music,” and their album West Texas Degenerate debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Rock Albums and Top Americana/Folk Albums charts.
Sunday, October 4
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Akeem Ali | Orpheum Theatre – Tampa, Tampa, FL
This date brings Akeem Ali’s blend of rap and storytelling to the Orpheum stage.
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Rutenberg Chamber Music Series | USF Barness Recital Hall, Tampa, FL
This program spotlights chamber works in an intimate recital hall setting on the USF campus.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Green Bay | Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
This NFL matchup pairs Tampa Bay with Green Bay for a Sunday game at Raymond James Stadium.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Tailgate | Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
This pregame tailgate adds food, music, and fan activities before kickoff.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Tailgate (Crooked Pop) | Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
This alternate tailgate option features Crooked Pop branding and a separate fan experience.
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The Singularity Play | USF Theatre 2, Tampa, FL
This performance closes out the weekend stretch of the production at USF Theatre 2.
Monday, October 5
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Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Philadelphia Flyers | Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL
This NHL game matches Tampa Bay with Philadelphia in an early-season contest.
Tuesday, October 6
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Sex Mex “The Stockpile Tour” | New World Music Hall, Tampa, FL
This tour stop brings Sex Mex’s high-energy set to New World Music Hall.
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USF Concert & Symphonic Bands | Peter and Cynthia Zinober Concert Hall, Tampa, FL
This program features USF’s concert and symphonic bands in a formal hall setting.
Wednesday, October 7
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Black Flag | The Brass Mug, Tampa, FL
This date offers a rare chance to see hardcore pioneers Black Flag in a club-sized room.
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USF Jazztet | USF Barness Recital Hall, Tampa, FL
This performance showcases USF’s jazz ensemble in an intimate recital hall environment.
Thursday, October 8
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Black Country, New Road with Lily Seabird | Orpheum Theatre – Tampa, Tampa, FL
This bill pairs Black Country, New Road’s expansive art rock with Lily Seabird’s indie songwriting.
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Dermot Kennedy — The Weight of the Woods Tour | Yuengling Center, Tampa, FL
This OnesToWatch-featured date brings Dermot Kennedy’s arena-scale songwriting to the Yuengling Center. See the featured section above for more context and media.
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G-Eazy (with Logic) — The Endless Summer Tour | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds, Tampa, FL
This co-headlining date unites G-Eazy and Logic for a large-scale outdoor hip-hop show.
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Soft Vein (with Ultra Sunn) | New World Music Hall, Tampa, FL
This show leans into darkwave and synth-driven sounds with Soft Vein and Ultra Sunn.
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Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Minnesota Wild | Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL
This NHL matchup brings the Minnesota Wild to Tampa for an early-season game.
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Tim Dillon | Side Splitters Comedy Club, Tampa, FL
This stand-up set brings Tim Dillon’s sharp, topical comedy to Side Splitters.
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Tim Dillon (Late Show) | Side Splitters Comedy Club, Tampa, FL
This second set offers a later option for the same night of material and improvisation.
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USF Symphony Orchestra | Peter and Cynthia Zinober Concert Hall, Tampa, FL
This concert presents the USF Symphony Orchestra in a full orchestral program.
Friday, October 9
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Bryson Tiller — The Neo Trapsoul Tour | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds, Tampa, FL
This tour stop focuses on Bryson Tiller’s blend of R&B and trap-influenced production.
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Karol G — Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour | Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
Karol G brings a stadium-scale Latin pop production to Tampa, backed by eight Latin Grammy Awards and eleven Guinness World Records.
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Tim Dillon | Side Splitters Comedy Club, Tampa, FL
This Friday set continues Tim Dillon’s multi-night run at Side Splitters.
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Tim Dillon (Late Show) | Side Splitters Comedy Club, Tampa, FL
This late show offers another chance to catch Dillon’s set the same night.
Saturday, October 10
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999999999 | The Ritz Ybor, Tampa, FL
This techno duo brings a hard-hitting, industrial-leaning set to The Ritz Ybor.
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Five Finger Death Punch | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre at the FL State Fairgrounds, Tampa, FL
This outdoor metal show features Five Finger Death Punch’s arena-ready hard rock catalog.
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Phil Wickham — Song Of The Saints Tour | Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL
This worship-focused tour stop centers on Phil Wickham’s recent material and fan favorites.
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Phil Wickham — Song Of The Saints Tour (Hotel Package) | Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL
This package bundles concert tickets with a hotel stay for out-of-town attendees.
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Rebecca Black | The Ritz Ybor, Tampa, FL
This OnesToWatch-featured date brings Rebecca Black’s current live show to The Ritz. See the featured section above for video and photo highlights.
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Tim Dillon | Side Splitters Comedy Club, Tampa, FL
This Saturday appearance continues Dillon’s multi-night stand in Tampa.
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Tim Dillon (Late Show) | Side Splitters Comedy Club, Tampa, FL
This late show offers one more weekend slot to catch his set.
Sunday, October 11
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Jonas Brothers — The Burning Up Tour | Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL
This arena show revisits the Jonas Brothers’ early hits alongside newer material.
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Kyle Gordon | New World Music Hall, Tampa, FL
This date features Kyle Gordon’s character-driven comedy and musical parodies in a club setting.