Spring’s in full swing, and so is the local bar scene. From live music and axe throwing to Easter puppy pics and championship sports, St. Pete is where it’s at this week. Let’s dive into what’s happening across your favorite haunts:
🎉 Local Bar Events
🐾 Easter Bunny Pup Photos at Mutts & Martinis
When: Saturday, April 19 & Sunday, April 20 | 1PM–3PM
Where: Mutts & Martinis, 2900 Central Ave
Details:
We’re so egg-cited! 🐣 Bring your pup for photos with the Easter Bunny 🐰📸
Photos are included with the $7 day pass, and Mutts will be open normal hours on Easter Day. Come grab a cocktail, snap some adorable pics, and enjoy the patio with your furry best friend! 🌸💛
🎶 Urban Gypsies Live at Dog Bar
When: Friday, April 18
Where: Dog Bar St. Pete, 2300 Central Avenue
Details:
Get ready for tribal grooves and gypsy-funk energy as the Urban Gypsies of Florida take over the stage. It’s a wild musical ride perfect for kicking off your weekend.
🪓 Axe Throwing at St. Pete Axe & Ale
Where: Ferg’s Sports Bar, South Patio
Details:
The only axe-throwing spot in the Bay that also serves up food and drinks. Perfect for date night, parties, or just blowing off steam between innings.
🏆 Major Sporting Events This Week
⚡ Tampa Bay Lightning Playoffs – First Round Begins!
The Bolts are IN, and the chase for the Cup starts this week!
- 🏒 Panthers @ Lightning – Tuesday, April 15 | 7 PM EST
- 🏒 Lightning @ Rangers – Thursday, April 17 | 7 PM EST
Local bars like Ferg’s, Mutts & Martinis, and Dog Bar will have the games on — and yes, with sound. Expect big screens, cold drinks, and plenty of blue ⚡.
🧊 Grab your jersey and head out early — these spots will fill up quick.
⛳ The Masters Final Round
When: Sunday, April 13
Highlights: Rory McIlroy is leading the charge, hoping to finally snag the elusive Grand Slam. Plenty of local bars will be screening it all day.
🤼 WrestleMania 41
When: Saturday & Sunday, April 19–20
Where: Streaming live on Peacock
Details: Featuring matches like Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena and a triple threat between CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and Seth Rollins. Expect some local watch parties to get loud.
🥊 UFC on ESPN 66 (Preview)
When: Saturday, April 26
Where: Bars across St. Pete
Details: This card’s shaping up strong. Start planning where you’ll catch the action — we’ll drop viewing party spots next week.
📍 Featured Bar of the Week: Ferg’s Sports Bar & Grill
With over 90 TVs, cold brews, and non-stop events (like axe throwing and live games), Ferg’s is still holding the crown as the ultimate St. Pete sports bar. It’s the go-to for playoffs, fights, and day drinking alike.
📣 Get Involved: Drink of the Month Challenge!
Bars, it’s time to show off your signature cocktails or local brews 🍹🍺
Fans, comment and vote for your favorites! Winning drinks will be featured on the site — and maybe even come with a surprise prize.
That’s the roundup for April 14–20!
See something we missed? DM us or tag us in your bar’s weekly lineup and we’ll make sure St. Pete hears about it.
Stay weird, stay local, stay sipping 🍻
— StPeteSportsBars.com
