HyperLocal News for Tampa, Florida

Pirate's Dinner Adventure: It'll shiver your timbers!This show has magic, elaborate costumes, enthusiastic performers, food and drinks galore and many laughs. If you're in Orlando, give this dinner theatre a shot.

Celebration Station: A child's game-packed heavenAccess your inner child at Celebration Station's activity overload. They've got arcade games, go-karts, bumper boats, kiddie roller coasters, mini golf, batting cages, laser tag and more.

Southwest Florida Museum of History: From dinosaur to modern life in the Sunshine StateThis museum gives visitors a history of Florida, and Fort Myers itself, starting with the age of the dinosaur and ending with modern life. Enjoy walking tours, day trips, author events and more at the museum.

Kennedy Space Center: See NASA's launch headquartersSee real space shuttles, watch an IMAX movie, experience the G-Force simulator and learn about space exploration all at one location. KSC is for the curious, space-loving family.

Adventure Island: cool off for the summerThis park is only open during the summer, so get in while you can. Wild water rides, lazy lagoons, Caribbean eats and good friends make Adventure Island a cool place to be.

Broadway Palm Dinner TheatreSee classic plays like The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady or Footloose at this fun and relaxing dinner theatre. This theatre seats almost 500 and has been entertaining the area for almost 20 years.

Imaginarium Hands-On Museum and AquariumNothing is more fun for a child than a hands-on museum. Science and fun collide at this imaginative museum and aquarium.

Wet 'n Wild: a waterpark for thrill seekersAt Wet 'n Wild Orlando you can ride the waves, shoot down speed slides or wind down on the lazy river. With a kiddie area, sand volleyball and tons of snacks, you'll have a fun day in the sun.

David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing ArtsFormerly the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, this not-for-profit center promotes theatre, art, music, dance and culture for all ages.

Busch Gardens: African animals, serious ridesBusch Garden is the place where thrill-seekers and animal lovers come together. With hundreds of rides, animals, shows and tours, Busch Gardens is a theme park for everyone.

2009 Central FL KidFest: Have fun and learn about child safetyThe Ninth Annual Central Florida Kidfest & Family Expo brings together families and participating community and nonprofit organizations with the mission to help keep children safe. And the best part is that it’s free!

Bernini of Ybor: Italian eats in a cool atmosphereBernini is a great place for a date in Ybor City. When the weather is nice, grab a seat outdoors and people watch. Munch on tasty appetizers and share a wood-fired pizza.

Columbia Restaurant: Dining and dancing, Cuban style!This family-owned restaurant has been wow-ing customers since 1905. Between tasty paella, mouth-watering lobster empanadas and exhilarating Flamenco dancers, you won't want to leave Columbia Restaurant anytime soon.

Pelagia Trattoria serves decadent Italian from scratchPelagia Trattoria makes each meal lovingly from scratch. With light fixtures made of blown glass and scrumptious Italian food, you'll enjoy the ambiance and the meals at Pelagia.