Rainy-day (indoor) things to do with kids in Tampa, FL

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Weekend of Nov 13–15

Library storytimes & programs (32, free)

From Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library and Pasco County Libraries. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 13

9:30amCamping Spree! · Zephyrhills Public Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10amCamping Spree! · Zephyrhills Public Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10amChalk-stacle Course · Bruton Memorial Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10amThe Gratitude Project · Bruton Memorial Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Fri, Nov 13 · times varyBaby Time · At 3 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

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Lutz Branch Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:15am
John F. Germany Public Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:15am
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:15am
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am

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Fri, Nov 13–Sat, Nov 14 · times varyFamily Story Time · At 9 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 3-5 · Free

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Seminole Heights Branch Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:15am
Seffner-Mango Branch Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:15am
Riverview Public Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:15am
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:15am
Riverview Public Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Seffner-Mango Branch Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Lutz Branch Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Seminole Heights Branch Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
John F. Germany Public Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:15am
Brandon Regional Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:15am
New Tampa Regional Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:15am
New Tampa Regional Library Sat, Nov 14 · 11am
Brandon Regional Library Sat, Nov 14 · 11am
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library Sat, Nov 14 · 11am

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10:30amIngenuity Lab: Patchwork Pumpkins · Hugh Embry Branch 6-10 · Free

Fri, Nov 13 · 11amBilingual Story Time · At 2 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 3-5 · Free

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Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am

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11:30amEgyptology Cryptology · John F. Germany Public Library 6-10 · Free

1pmSewing 101 · Land O'Lakes Branch 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

3pmDeep Sea Adventure · Thonotosassa Branch Library 6-10 · Free

3:30pmDog Man: The Hot Dog Card Game · Bruton Memorial Library 6-10 · Free

Fri, Nov 13 · times varyJawsome Sharks · At 2 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 6-10 · Free

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Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library Fri, Nov 13 · 3:30pm
New Tampa Regional Library Fri, Nov 13 · 4pm

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3:30pmX Marks the Spot · Town 'N Country Regional Public Library 6-10 · Free

Fri, Nov 13–Sat, Nov 14 · times varyCoding with Ozobots · At 2 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 6-10 · Free

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North Tampa Branch Library Fri, Nov 13 · 4pm
Seffner-Mango Branch Library Sat, Nov 14 · 11am

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Saturday, Nov 14

Time variesFriends of the Starkey Ranch Holiday Stroll Buy · Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10amReading with Rover! · New River Branch 6-10 · Free

10amThankful for Dessert · Zephyrhills Public Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10:15amLibrary Lego Club · Regency Park Branch 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10:30amDinos & Dragons · Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center 6-10 · Free

10:30amIngenuity Lab: Patchwork Pumpkins · Hugh Embry Branch 6-10 · Free

10:30amSTEAM Saturday at Wesley Chapel Library · Wesley Chapel Branch 6-10 · Free

11amChildren's Theatre · Bloomingdale Regional Public Library 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

11amLake and Sea Curiosities · Seminole Heights Branch Library 6-10 · Free

11amMoney Smart for Kids · Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library 6-10 · Free

12pmChalk-stacle Course · Bruton Memorial Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

12pmThe Gratitude Project · Bruton Memorial Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmTween Crafternoon: DIY Stamps · Land O'Lakes Branch 11+ · Free

3pmArt Cards · John F. Germany Public Library 6-10 · Free

3pmArt Explorers! · Centennial Park Branch 6-10 · Free

3pmChildren's Theatre · Bloomingdale Regional Public Library 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

3pmFilm Screening · Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library 6-10 · Free

Weekend of Nov 20–22

Museums, gardens & more

Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30am–1pm

Felt Ornament Workshop

Glazer Children’s Museum — Tampa · Hillsborough Co. · Hillsborough County

@ Stitch up a little holiday magic with us!

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
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Sat, Nov 21 · 1pm–2pm

The Nutcracker Performance with Tampa City Ballet

Glazer Children's Museum — Tampa · Hillsborough Co. · Hillsborough County

@ Experience a 20-minute performance of select scenes from The Nutcracker ballet from our friends at Tampa City Ballet and then stick around to meet the dancers after…

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
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Library storytimes & programs (24, free)

From Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library and Pasco County Libraries. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 20

10amChalk-stacle Course · Bruton Memorial Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10amDance, Dance, Freeze! · Zephyrhills Public Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10amThe Gratitude Project · Bruton Memorial Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Fri, Nov 20 · times varyBaby Time · At 3 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

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John F. Germany Public Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:15am
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:15am
Lutz Branch Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:15am
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am

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Fri, Nov 20–Sat, Nov 21 · times varyFamily Story Time · At 6 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 3-5 · Free

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Seminole Heights Branch Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:15am
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:15am
Riverview Public Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:15am
Seffner-Mango Branch Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:15am
Seminole Heights Branch Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
John F. Germany Public Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Lutz Branch Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Riverview Public Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Seffner-Mango Branch Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library Sat, Nov 21 · 10:15am
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library Sat, Nov 21 · 11am

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10:30amIngenuity Lab: Kangaroos · Hugh Embry Branch 6-10 · Free

Fri, Nov 20 · 11amBilingual Story Time · At 2 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 3-5 · Free

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Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am

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11:30amSTEAM Time · John F. Germany Public Library 6-10 · Free

1:30pmCar Seat Distribution & Education Class · Zephyrhills Public Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmInteractive Drum Circle by the Giving Tree · Town 'N Country Regional Public Library 6-10 · Free

3pmInteractive Drum Circle by the Giving Tree · Town 'N Country Regional Public Library 6-10 · Free

Fri, Nov 20–Sat, Nov 21 · times varyTurkeys, Wild Fun! · At 2 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 6-10 · Free

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Ruskin Branch Library Fri, Nov 20 · 3:30pm
78th Street Community Library Sat, Nov 21 · 11am

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4pmStar Gazers · Robert W. Saunders, Sr. Public Library 6-10 · Free

4:30pmGet Into Trouble · Bruton Memorial Library 6-10 · Free

4:30pmMovie Screening: · Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library 6-10 · Free

Saturday, Nov 21

10:15amSupersized Storytime at Land O Lakes Library · Land O'Lakes Branch 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10:30amIngenuity Lab: Kangaroos · Hugh Embry Branch 6-10 · Free

10:30amRead to Rover · Hugh Embry Branch 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

11amMoney Smart for Kids · Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library 6-10 · Free

11amSteam Time: · Egypt Lake Partnership Library 6-10 · Free

12pmChalk-stacle Course · Bruton Memorial Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

12pmThe Gratitude Project · Bruton Memorial Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmSTEM Saturday: · Regency Park Branch 6-10 · 11+ · Free

3pmCampfire Stories · John F. Germany Public Library 6-10 · Free

Weekend of Nov 27–29

Museums, gardens & more

Sat, Nov 28 · 10:30am–1:30pm

Santa Meet & Greet

Glazer Children’s Museum — Tampa · Hillsborough Co. · Hillsborough County

@ Santa is coming to town, and he’s making an early stop at GCM!

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
Cost not listed
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Sun, Nov 29 · 8am–11am

Sensory-Friendly Santa Meet & Greet

Glazer Children’s Museum — Tampa · Hillsborough Co. · Hillsborough County

@ Time for sensory-friendly fun with Santa!

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
Cost not listed
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Sun, Nov 29 · 8am–10am

Sunshine Sunday

Glazer Children’s Museum — Tampa · Hillsborough Co. · Hillsborough County

@ An Inclusive Morning for Families of All Abilities Sunshine Sunday is a monthly sensory-friendly experience designed for children with sensory sensitivities and their…

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
Cost not listed
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Library storytimes & programs (3, free)

From Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library and Pasco County Libraries. Some need registration; check the library page.

Saturday, Nov 28

Sat, Nov 28 · times varyFamily Story Time · At 3 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 3-5 · Free

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Bloomingdale Regional Public Library Sat, Nov 28 · 10:15am
Austin Davis Public Library Sat, Nov 28 · 10:15am
Town 'N Country Regional Public Library Sat, Nov 28 · 10:15am
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library Sat, Nov 28 · 11am
Austin Davis Public Library Sat, Nov 28 · 11am
Town 'N Country Regional Public Library Sat, Nov 28 · 11am

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10:30amIngenuity Lab: Beaded Corn · Hugh Embry Branch 6-10 · Free

11amMakerspace Open House · John F. Germany Public Library 6-10 · Free

Weekend of Dec 4–6

Library storytimes & programs (17, free)

From Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library and Pasco County Libraries. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Dec 4

10amInvent a Misfit Toy · Bruton Memorial Library 6-10 · Free

Fri, Dec 4 · times varyBaby Time · At 3 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

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John F. Germany Public Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:15am
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:15am
Lutz Branch Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:15am
Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am

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Fri, Dec 4–Sat, Dec 5 · times varyFamily Story Time · At 7 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 3-5 · Free

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Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:15am
Riverview Public Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:15am
Seminole Heights Branch Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:15am
Seffner-Mango Branch Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:15am
John F. Germany Public Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
Seminole Heights Branch Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
Lutz Branch Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
Seffner-Mango Branch Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
Riverview Public Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library Sat, Dec 5 · 10:15am
Riverview Public Library Sat, Dec 5 · 10:15am
Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library Sat, Dec 5 · 11am
Riverview Public Library Sat, Dec 5 · 11am

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10:30amIngenuity Lab: Newspaper Penguins · Hugh Embry Branch 6-10 · Free

Fri, Dec 4 · 11amBilingual Story Time · At 2 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 3-5 · Free

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Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am

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11:30amBook Discussion for Kids · John F. Germany Public Library 6-10 · Free

3pmLife Cycle Of A Star · Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library 6-10 · Free

3:30pmGoing on a Bird Hunt · Ruskin Branch Library 6-10 · Free

Fri, Dec 4–Sat, Dec 5 · times varySteam Time · At 2 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 6-10 · Free

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North Tampa Branch Library Fri, Dec 4 · 4:45pm
Seminole Heights Branch Library Sat, Dec 5 · 3pm

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Saturday, Dec 5

10amCrafty Creations · Zephyrhills Public Library 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10amKids Open Legos! · Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10:15amSupersized Storytime at Land O Lakes Library · Land O'Lakes Branch 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Sat, Dec 5 · times varyArt Cards · At 2 Tampa-Hillsborough and Pasco branches 6-10 · Free

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Seffner-Mango Branch Library Sat, Dec 5 · 10:30am
John F. Germany Public Library Sat, Dec 5 · 11am

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10:30amIngenuity Lab: Newspaper Penguins · Hugh Embry Branch 6-10 · Free

10:30amRead to Rover · Hugh Embry Branch 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

11amDooDad Repurposed Sculpture Art Contest · New Tampa Regional Library 6-10 · Free

12pmInvent a Misfit Toy · Bruton Memorial Library 6-10 · Free

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139 indoor events over the next 4 weekends: library programs, museum activities and workshops. Back to the full Tampa, FL weekend guide.

Updated November 12, 2026