This weekend in Dade City, FL

This outdoor workshop centers on campfire cooking as participants prepare a full breakfast over an open fire. Presented as Beyond the Apron Strings, it is a parent and child experience focused on building recipes entirely from scratch. Pairs practice mixing, rolling, and shaping in a format that is hands on, approachable, and truly collaborative. The pace stays simple and relaxed so kids and adults can enjoy the process without pressure. Each pair leaves with a handmade creation, confidence to make it again at home, and a shared memory that is about more than the recipe.

At Fresh Market at Wiregrass, a three item bowl special for $15 brings together bulgogi, char siu, and larb. Choose Asian inspired wraps that are high in protein and lower in carbs, with options like Angus beef bulgogi, banh mi style char siu pork, and Thai larb gai chicken, or have any of them served over jasmine rice. Sides include house seasoned chips or pork rinds in Korean honey butter, pho BBQ, or spicy Thai chili lime. A lighter Thai tea made with sugar and pure monk fruit is available. For dessert, try K-Pop Thai Tea with Thai tea ice cream, lychee popping boba, and Korean honey butter crunch flakes, or Bangkok Seoul Crunch with Thai coconut ice cream, a sweet banana drizzle, honey butter crunch flakes, and gold dusted coconut.

Autumn returns to downtown Brooksville with a seasonal street market that fills the historic district with the feel of fall, inviting scents, and neighbors gathering. Presented by Brooksville Main Street, this open-air marketplace offers free admission for all. Explore a thoughtfully assembled mix of local farmers, skilled makers, regional artists, and small businesses. Find cozy decor and handcrafted pieces for home and wardrobe, fresh produce and harvest sweets, baked treats, local honey, and specialty foods. Food trucks will be on site with savory selections and flavors inspired by the season. The event is family friendly and pet friendly. Extend the outing by strolling the mural trail, browsing clothing and antique boutiques, and enjoying a pumpkin spice coffee or a seasonal lunch at nearby restaurants. TourBVL walking tours provide another way to take in the history and charm of downtown.

Explore a celebration of stories with author Jessica Ryan alongside many other writers and vendors. Visit Ryan’s table, browse booths, and connect with fellow fans during an in-person gathering that brings favorite genres to life, including fantasy, sci-fi, and thrillers. The festival offers a weekend vibe filled with stories, food, and writer meet-ups, creating plenty of chances to discover new tales and creators. Tickets are available through the Eventbrite listing.

KRATE at the Grove hosts a full day focused on Jeep culture and custom builds. More than 300 Jeeps will be on display, ranging from clean classics to extensively customized creations. A Show & Shine competition will award trophies. Vendors will offer gear, accessories, and upgrade options. Raffle giveaways are planned, and food and drinks will be available. Participants may showcase their own vehicles or explore the lineup from across the community.

Sunny Situation returns to Commandough's Pizza for another appearance. The event brings the group back to a familiar venue.

These Saturday Gundum events feature a $5 entry that provides promos for every player, and the winner receives a pack from the newest set.

At The Artist's Realm, this Fourth Wing painting workshop offers guided instruction to create a scene featuring Violet and Xaden on the parapet with their dragons flying overhead. The session welcomes all experience levels with teaching personalized to each participant. All supplies are provided, and attendees may bring their own refreshments.

Students from every current ZHS class team up with local businesses to create floats. Spectators cheer them on.

Day 2 of Tampa Bay Jeep Fest trades polish for mud with a guided off-road rally built for Jeep owners who want to put their rigs to the test. Participants will meet at Provisions Coffee & Kitchen at the Krate, then head out for a full day outside with fellow enthusiasts, curated routes, and plenty of chances to use what they’ve built. This is a driver-focused experience, not a spectator event. Registration is required, space is limited to keep groups organized, and the $10 fee includes a coffee and a windshield sticker. Additional location details will be announced.

Day two of this in-person Fiction Fest at Dade City Armory spotlights author Jessica Ryan alongside many other writers and vendors. Spend time at Ryan’s table, browse a variety of booths, and connect with fellow readers while discovering new stories. The festival offers a weekend filled with tales, food, and opportunities to meet authors. Whether you enjoy fantasy, science fiction, or thrillers, there is something for every reader. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.