UPCOMING EVENTS
Check out the upcoming events and activities taking place at the Italian Club of Tampa!
The events listed below are being hosted by the Italian Club and/or our affiliates. Please click on the flyers to get detailed event information. If you would to purchase tickets to any of our upcoming events, please click the link provided or call the phone number listed on the event. Proceeds from our events benefit the Italian Club Building & Cultural Trust Fund, a registered 501C3 organization (Certificate #:59-2708291) dedicated to the ongoing preservation of our historical facility and the commitment to the Club mission statement.
FIRST FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR WITH DUELING PIANOS!
Friday, May 2nd – 5pm-8pm
FREE TO ATTEND! No tickets, No reservation!
EVENT DETAILS – First Fridays at the Italian Club is a new concept in happy hour nightlife, combining delicious food and great drinks with fun live entertainment, making for a fun, casual night out with friends and family! Home of the Buy-One-Get-One Italian Wine deal! Our Club Cantina will be transformed into a fun, social dueling piano bar – with incredible live music and more. We will be serving up a delicious homemade Italian meal for just $20 courtesy of our friends at Trattoria Pasquale! All our meals include our signature house salad and famous garlic breadsticks. The entree will change each month. Dinner availability is limited, so come early! Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
MOVIE NIGHT: “MY FLORITA” – WITH Q&A FROM WRITER MANUELA FILOMENA
Friday, May 2nd – Doors at 645pm, Event starts at 7:00pm
GET TICKETS: Get tickets by CLICKING HERE!
EVENT DETAILS – In collaboration with the Italian Studies Program at USF and the Association of Teachers of Italian, we are welcoming Manuela Filomena to present her documentary, My Florita, A documentary feature film exploring the generations of Italians and Italian-Americans who have settled in southern Florida. The production artfully chronicles the journeys of Italian Floridians who have forged their destinies in the sun-drenched haven of South Florida. It casts a poignant gaze upon various Italian Floridians, capturing their tales of resilience and adaptation in this “New New Land.” Moreover, our lens extends a warm embrace to the voices of Italian newcomers, weaving together their stories of hope and aspiration as they embark on a fresh chapter in the sultry embrace of South Florida. The documentary writer/director Manuela Filomena, will be on hand to share personal experiences and answer any questions from the audience. Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
SCARLET LOTUS PRESENTS: THE GRAVEYARD CABARET
Sunday, May 4th – Doors at 7pm, Show at 8pm
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EVENT DETAILS – Tampa Bay’s favorite comedy cabaret is back and BETTER THAN EVER! A burlesque driven cabaret with a blend of classic glamour and absolutely hilarious camp debauchery! Different show every time! 50+ shows and over 3000 tickets sold! What you can expect from our productions at the Italian Club – First come first served free parking, plentiful seating, delicious drink menu, mocktail menu options to support our sober patrons, ADA accessible always, occasional themed luxury shows in the antique theatre upstairs. Your ticket and drink purchases directly support independent artists and our host venue, a part of Ybor history deeply rooted in its culture and people. We are grateful and excited to work with the Italian Club and continue to bring you an absolutely incredible show built on love, community, and unstoppable drive and energy. Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
BREAKROOM ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS… DIVAS LIVE IN CONCERT
Friday, May 16th at 8pm & Saturday, May 17th at 8pm
GET TICKETS: Get tickets by CLICKING HERE!
EVENT DETAILS – Inspired by VH1 – prepare to be dazzled as five powerhouse female vocalists journey through the iconic history of divas in music. Featuring songs by renowned artists like Ella Fitzgerald, Whitney Houston, Dolly Parton, and even today’s new generation of divas, this concert-style event will channel the spirit and power of the legendary women who shaped the soundtrack of our lives. This is a limited show – with ONLY TWO NIGHTS – and we do expect sold out audiences! Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
12TH ANNUAL THEMES & TEA HOSTED BY THE ITALIAN CLUB LADIES AUXILIARY
Saturday, May 17th – 1pm-3pm
GET TICKETS: Please contact AnnMarie Susca Hanecki at 813-277-6940 or email Italianclublax@gmail.com
EVENT DETAILS – The Italian Club Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting their 12thAnnual Themes & Tea on Saturday, May 17th from 1pm-3pm in our 3rd Floor Capitano Grand Ballroom, and would like to extend an invitation to our members, friends, and families to join in the celebration. Each table will have a captain, who will select a theme for their table – which include delicious tea themed catering. Groups or Individuals without a captain are most welcome! This afternoon tea will include entertainment, raffles, and a best hat contest, and more! Tickets are $45 per adult, and $25 per child under 12 years old. Table sponsorships are available for $250 each, which includes signage on table and recognition in program. For more information, including tickets and payment arrangements, please contact AnnMarie Susca Hanecki at 813-277-6940. This event is open to the public!
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
SCARLET LOTUS PRESENTS: THE GRAVEYARD CABARET
Sunday, May 18th – Doors at 7pm, Show at 8pm
GET TICKETS: Get tickets by CLICKING HERE!
EVENT DETAILS – Tampa Bay’s favorite comedy cabaret is back and BETTER THAN EVER! A burlesque driven cabaret with a blend of classic glamour and absolutely hilarious camp debauchery! Different show every time! 50+ shows and over 3000 tickets sold! What you can expect from our productions at the Italian Club – First come first served free parking, plentiful seating, delicious drink menu, mocktail menu options to support our sober patrons, ADA accessible always, occasional themed luxury shows in the antique theatre upstairs. Your ticket and drink purchases directly support independent artists and our host venue, a part of Ybor history deeply rooted in its culture and people. We are grateful and excited to work with the Italian Club and continue to bring you an absolutely incredible show built on love, community, and unstoppable drive and energy. Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
CAMPO ITALIANO: SUMMER CAMP FOR CHILDREN
June 2nd through June 6th, 9am-1pm
TO REGISTER: Please contact AnnMarie Susca Hanecki at 813-277-6940 or email Italianclublax@gmail.com
EVENT DETAILS – The Ladies Auxiliary is excited to announce the return of CAMPO ITALIANO: A Day Camp for Children at The Italian Club of Tampa – Monday, June 2nd through Friday, June 6th – a week-long day camp for children in Grades 2 – 7. This program, now in its 18th Year, provides children the opportunity to learn about the Italian culture through Music, Dance, Arts and Crafts, Crochet, Cooking, Traditions, Language, Storytelling, Dominoes, and Indoor Bocce with the Krewe of Italia! Campers will host a special Italian Program on the final day of Campo, Friday June 6th at 1pm. Registration fee: Members: $75/child & Non-Members: $100/child. If you would like to register your child for our Campo Italiano please email AnnMarie Hanecki, Campo Chairperson, at Italianclublax@gmail.com. Completed registration forms and payment is required to guarantee your child’s place in the program. Only the first 50 campers will be accepted. Questions? Email AnnMarie Hanecki, Campo Chair, at Italianclublax@gmail.com. Our Campo Italiano Summer Camp is open to the public!
A SALUTE TO MOTOWN: AN EVENING OF LIVE MUSIC & DANCING
Saturday, June 28th – 730pm-10pm
GET TICKETS: Get tickets by CLICKING HERE!
EVENT DETAILS – Back by popular demand – the Italian Club will welcome back O-Town Motown, one of Florida’s most popular live Motown tribute acts for an event celebrating some of the greatest music from the 1960’s & 19070’s! This incredibly dynamic group does it all: harmonies reminiscent of classic vocal ensembles like the Four Tops or the Supremes, intricate dance moves worthy of the Temptations or the Jackson Five, and costuming that rivals the stylish matching outfits that defined the great Motown acts of the ‘60’s. This special showcase will welcome four performers, alongside a four-piece band. The live music will run two hours and include a large dance floor for guests to dance all night! Tickets are $55 for the public and $45 for Club Members. Prices are inclusive of all taxes, service charges, and processing fees. Tickets are available online only; no refunds. This will be a cabaret style event, with tables and chairs along with a full size dancefloor! Tables seat 8 guests. A cash/credit bar will be available for the duration of the event. Members please contact the office for the discount promo code. Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org. More details on this event coming soon! Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
SAVE THE DATE: BOCCE BOWL 2025 TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER
THREE DAYS – Friday October 10th, Saturday October 11th, Sunday October 12th!
EVENT DETAILS – We have some exciting news with you – the Club’s annual bocce tournament fundraiser will return in 2025, and it is getting even bigger! With the help of our sponsors, donors, and volunteers, the Club was able to fundraise over $30,000 for our nonprofit endeavors during last year’s event. The response from our sponsors and participants was that it was an overwhelming success, incredible new location, and simply… “you have got to do this again!” Mark your calendars for the return of BOCCE BOWL, the Italian Club’s annual bocce tournament, now expending into a three-day event over Columbus Day Weekend – starting Friday October 10th, and continuing through Saturday, October 11th, and Sunday October 12th. The Club will once again host this event in an exclusive VIP location in Ybor City, teaming up with local businesses and donors to make this one of the biggest bocce events in our community! More details on this event, including sponsor packages and team packages will be released soon – anyone wanting to play in this tournament should save these dates! Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
SAVE THE DATE: A SINATRA CLASSIC CHRISTMAS – TWO NIGHTS!
Thursday December 4th & Friday December 5th 2025
EVENT DETAILS – Join us as we welcome RICK MICHEL and his 7-piece big band orchestra for an evening celebrating the holiday season! Rick Michel, who has performed and headlined in Las Vegas since 1981, will present “A Sinatra Classic Christmas”, a show focusing on the classic music of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Bing Crosby, and many more! Michel salutes and interprets “Ol’ Blue Eyes” standards. Michel has been called “the closest thing to Sinatra we have ever heard” by “Variety.” This is not a Frank Sinatra impersonation show, but rather an evening to celebrating the classic holiday favorites sung by some of the greatest artists of our time. Tables seat 8 guests, and a cash/credit bar will be available. THESE SHOWS WILL SELL OUT! We anticipate tickets going on sale in during the upcoming summer 2025, so please mark your calendars for this incredible night of live music. More details on this event coming soon! Questions? Call (813) 248-3316 or email mark@italian-club.org
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
