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  • “FLORIDA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL” – Plant City

    Activity Level: 3 

    The Florida Strawberry Festival represents a piece of Americana, a time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through celebrations of their harvests. Central to its focus, the Festival continues to preserve and enhance the agricultural and historical legacy of the Florida strawberry. 

    The festival’s theme for this year will be “Still Growing!”

    Like a state fair, the Strawberry Festival has agricultural displays, livestock shows, arts and crafts, local food, and a huge carnival midway. And of course, Strawberry Shortcake!

    Free entertainment on multiple stages throughout the fairgrounds included in the price of admission.

    $42.00
  • “RAYMOND JAMES STADIUM TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS STADIUM TOUR” – INTERNATIONAL PLAZA & BAY STREET -Tampa     

    Activity Level: 3

    Raymond James Stadium, home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is one of the premier venues in the NFL. Known for its iconic pirate ship and state-of-the-art design, this stadium offers a unique experience. The Stadium Tour provides an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the home of the 2020 Super Bowl champions.

    What to Expect on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Stadium Tour

    A Tampa Bay Buccaneers Stadium Tour offers an immersive experience, allowing fans to explore the stadium’s most exclusive areas. Here’s what you can expect:

    • Locker Room Access: Step inside the Buccaneers' locker room, where players like Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and Baker Mayfield prepare for game day.
    • Player’s Tunnel: Walk through the same tunnel that the Buccaneers use to take the field and feel the excitement as you step onto the turf at Raymond James Stadium.
    • Field Access: Stand on the field and take photos with the backdrop of the famous pirate ship in the end zone.
    • Luxury Suites: Explore the luxury suites and premium seating areas, where VIP guests enjoy the game in style.
    • Pirate Ship Tour: Get up close to the stadium’s iconic pirate ship and learn about its role in creating one of the NFL's most distinctive game-day atmospheres.

    Fun Facts About Raymond James Stadium

    • Opened in 1998: Raymond James Stadium replaced the aging Tampa Stadium and has since become a staple of Tampa’s skyline.
    • The Pirate Ship: One of the most iconic features of the stadium, the fully functioning pirate ship in the north end zone fires its cannons every time the Buccaneers score a touchdown.
    • Super Bowl Host: The stadium has hosted multiple Super Bowls, including the Buccaneers' home-field victory in Super Bowl LV, when they became the first team to win a Super Bowl in their own stadium.
    • Sustainability Initiatives: Raymond James Stadium incorporates green initiatives, including recycling programs and energy-efficient lighting.

    LUNCH STOP (OYO) AFTER OUR TOUR AT INTERNATIONAL PLAZA & BAY STREET. LIST OF RESTAURANTS IN OFFICE & ON WEBSITE.

    $41.00
  • “BAGGAGE” – Early Bird Dinner Theatre – Clearwater

    Activity Level: 2

    Two un-centered single people, Patricia, and Bradley, both trying to heal from their respective disappointing relationships, get their luggage mixed up at the airport. After a very disagreeable first encounter, the two decide to help each other get over their heartaches by forcing a friendship that eventually leads to the two discovering that while they may be too difficult for everyone else in the world, they are right for each other.

    LUNCH BUFFET INCLUDED PRIOR TO THE PERFORMANCE

    $79.00
  • “CATS” – Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre – Ft Myers

    Activity Level: 2

    This Andrew Lloyd Webber, record-breaking musical, is a dazzling spectacle of music, dance and fantasy. On one magical night, the Jellicle Cats gather for their annual ball, where their wise leader, Old Deuteronomy, will choose one cat to be reborn. As each cat shares their story-from the mischievous Rum Tum Tugger to the hauntingly beautiful Grizabella-you’ll be swept into a mesmerizing world of mystery and wonder. Featuring the iconic Memory. Cats is a breathtaking celebration of life, second chances and the power of community.

    Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre’s award-winning buffet included prior to the performance.

    $116.00
  • “SAFARI WILDERNESS” – SUNSET TOUR – FRED’S MARKET RESTAURANT (OYO) – Lakeland

    Activity Level: 2

    Safari Wilderness Ranch is not a zoo or theme park. There are no crowds and no lines. Here you will enjoy an adventure in nature. Our knowledgeable and experienced guides will tour you through large herds of exotic animals and over 260 acres of pristine wilderness in our comfortable year-round custom safari vehicles equipped with a canopy and enjoy the cool breeze as the vehicle carries you on your safari vehicle adventure.

    Enjoy spectacular up-close encounters with common and Defassa waterbuck, large herds of antelopes and zebras, camels, cheetahs, ring-tailed and red-ruffed lemurs, red lechwe, nilgai, watusi cattle, and more unique and endangered species in large herds!

    You will be comfortable year-round under our special truck canopy with a cool breeze as the vehicle carries you on your safari vehicle adventure.

    The Sunset Safari provides an opportunity to see these magnificent animals at a time of day when they are most active.

    LUNCH STOP (OYO) before our Safari Tour at Fred’s Market in Lakeland. Fred’s MarketTable™ offers Southern favorites such as Fried Chicken, Fried Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Collard Greens, Mac & Cheese, Rutabagas, Sweet Potato Souffle and so much more. Enjoy our SaladTable filled with homemade cold salads, fresh toppings, crisp greens and house-made dressings. Finish off with a trip to our DessertTable for a sweet treat such as our famous Strawberry Shortcake and Pecan Pie. 

    Lunch MarketTable™ - all you care to eat.

    One Trip MarketTable™ - one trip – hot entrees, salad bar and one dessert

    Blue Plate Special - Take your favorites from our hot MarketTable and SaladTable in one trip on one plate.

    SaladTable only - Homemade Salads & Soups, Fresh Salad Greens, Toppings and Dressings.

    $103.00
  • “THE TOWN OF MURALS – TROPICAL WINERY” – Lake Placid

    Activity Level: 3

    We invite you to walk through our internationally known historic outdoor art gallery with over 50 beautiful larger than life murals.  Some of these murals have sound, while most of them have hidden items.  Also, you will find 17 unique one-of-a-kind trash containers, all companion pieces to the murals, 45 bird plaques, over 27 clown cut-outs, a life-size bronze Florida black bear and so much more.

    A mural tour book will be available to help you explore "The Town of Murals" at your own pace, without missing any details. Stop in the shops and have lunch (OYO) as you explore the Town of Lake Placid.

    Our next stop will be the TROPICAL WINERY located in the Florida Heartland Region. Discover the magic of Florida in every glass at Tropical Winery. A certified family winery that produces wines inspired by the exotic flavors of tropical fruits.

    Wine-Tasting Tour - 5 of our wines and take home a souvenir wine glass.

    $59.00
  • “CIRQUE DES VOIX” – UNDER THE BIG TOP – Sarasota  

    Activity Level: 3

    Cirque des Voix® is Key Chorale’s dynamic collaboration with The Circus Arts Conservatory, performed under the Searing Big Top at Nathan Benderson Park. Dust off your cape and connect with your inner superhero as we take you on a thrilling journey into the world of heroes, villains and extraordinary feats.
    Witness an unforgettable fusion of the musical and circus arts, featuring music from your favorite characters —all under the Big Top at Nathan Benderson Park. The 100+ voices of Key Chorale, and The Venice Symphony combine with an all-star cast of circus artists that will captivate with stunning acrobatics, breathtaking aerial performances, and daredevil athleticism. 

    Cirque des Voix is a show like no other.

    DINNER stop after the show at GECKO’S (OYO). Menu on website & in office.

    $73.00
  • “THE CALYPSO QUEEN TROPICAL CRUISE” – Clearwater

    Activity Level: 2

    Enjoy a 1 ½ hour casual tropical daytime cruise aboard the Calypso Queen, taking in the sights of beautiful Clearwater harbor. This afternoon cruise features a live captain’s sightseeing narration including points of interest along the route and the history of our picturesque region. Dolphins are common sight on the afternoon cruise!

    This casual tropical themed cruise offers a delicious island style luncheon buffet.

    *Complimentary Beer, Wine, Rum Punch and Soft Drinks.

    Tropical Island Style Buffet

    Assorted Florida Fruits
    Caesar Salad
    Creamy Coleslaw
    Key West Potato Salad
    Roasted Chicken with Mango Glaze
    Tender Beef Teriyaki
    Pulled Pork in a Sweet BBQ Sauce
    Blackened White Fish with Spicy Cream Sauce
    Southern Style Ziti in Zesty Sauce
    Yellow Rice
    Black Beans
    Vegetables
    Fresh Baked Rolls & Butter

    $66.00
  • “THE EDWARDS TWINS” Central Park Performing Arts Center – Largo

    Activity Level: 2

    The Edwards Twins, Eddie and Anthony, Las Vegas’ number one impersonators of all time, bring to stage their art of celebrity impersonation which is lauded and endorsed by critics, audience, and celebrities. Utilizing the latest Hollywood grade make up and prosthetics as well as the fashion designers of the stars themselves - the result is a non-stop parade of stars on stage that are all at once AMAZING, FUNNY and ENTERTAINING. The NBC Today show says “it’s of the most extraordinary shows we have ever seen.” Sonny & Cher, Billy Joel, Elton John, Neil Diamond, Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, Rod Stewart, Bette Midler, Olivia Newton John, Barbra Streisand, Andrea Bocelli, Frankie Valli, Tom Jones, and many more hosted by THE EDWARDS TWINS FROM LAS VEGAS. All vocals are performed live. USA TODAY and THE BOSTON GLOBE call it "A must-see."

    DINNER stop after the show at Roosterfish Grill (OYO). MENU IN OFFICE & ON WEBSITE.                                  

    MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER.

    $69.00
  • “TITANIC GALA DINNER SHOW” – Orlando

    Activity Level: 3

    Come aboard the “Ship of Dreams” and be a guest at one of the most famous dinner parties on board Titanic. Join Captain Smith, Margaret “Molly” Brown, and additional first-class passengers for a night to remember.

    You are a participant in one of the most famous dinner parties in history, celebrating the retirement of Titanic's Legendary Captain E. J. Smith. Guests experience a sumptuous three-course meal and are treated to a “night to remember.” You will interact with some of Titanic’s most notable passengers and luminaries treating you to first class food, first class show and first-class fun! Embark on a journey back in time to April 1912, when the ship embarked on its maiden voyage! You receive a replica boarding pass, assume the role of a passenger, and follow a chronological journey through life on Titanic.

    Learn about the world’s most infamous ship and its passengers while strolling through galleries featuring the Grand Staircase, First Class Parlor Suite, Verandah Café, and more. Walk out onto the Promenade Deck and feel the chill of the cold Atlantic air. Touch an iceberg that is the same temperature as the water on that fateful night. See the second largest piece of Titanic ever recovered, the “Little Big Piece,” a 2-ton section of the original ship’s hull!

    Although they do not have a dress code, you may want to dress up a bit from your casual attire of flip flops. It does get cold...you are in the North Atlantic, after all!  You even have a chance to touch an iceberg.  (Cool, suggest jacket or shawl)

    NO SHORTS - WEAR COMFORTABLE SHOES – WALKING INVOLVED

    MENU IN OFFICE & ON WEBSITE

    $110.00
  • “LAKELAND DOWNTOWN FARMERS CURB MARKET” – Lakeland

    Activity Level: 3

    The Downtown Farmers Curb Market is a key component of a vibrant, diverse, and exciting Downtown. The Market has an exceptional variety of local vendors who offer fresh produce, seafood, pastries, breads, desserts, local honey, artisans, and crafts. A charming downtown area to browse many boutique shops also.                                    Come hungry, anything you can imagine eating can be found there. The Market has plenty of food vendors!

    $28.00
  • “THE BRONX WANDERERS” – Ruth Eckerd Hall – Clearwater       

    Activity Level: 2

    What comes to mind when a father, his son, and his three high school classmates get together and form a show?  For starters, you can say a diverse recipe of hilarious personal stories, a vast repertoire of songs spanning all genres and decades, and one family's journey together through life and music. The Bronx Wanderers pride themselves on being one of the only shows able to entertain audiences of all ages in one sweeping musical tour deforce. They've had a top 5 show in Las Vegas for nearly ten years out, were winners of 12 Best of Las Vegas awards, currently have a residency at the South Point Hotel and Casino and were inducted into the East Coast Music Hall of Fame. In 2022, they were awarded the Best Tribute Show by Las Vegas Weekly. The chemistry and energy they exert show after show proves they are still having the time of their lives on stage 20 years later and you will too.

    The Bronx Wanderers return to the Ruth Eckerd Hall stage for an afternoon of classic pop, rock, oldies, and their signature brand of comedy!

    INCLUDED IN PRICE: A Brunch Buffet before the performance. The Brunch will include breakfast and lunch offerings, buffet style, along with complimentary coffee, tea, juice, and water. In addition to the cash bar, Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s, and Screwdrivers will also be available for purchase.

    $65.00
  • “THE TEMPTATIONS & THE FOUR TOPS” – Ruth Eckerd Hall Clearwater

    Activity Level: 2

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Members and GRAMMY® Lifetime Achievement winners The Temptations and The Four Tops return to Ruth Eckerd Hall for a night of classic Motown hits, harmonies, flashy wardrobes, and original choreography!

    The Temptations, often referred to as American music royalty, are world-renowned superstars of entertainment, revered for their phenomenal catalog of music and prolific career. Their concerts include fan favorites such as My GirlJust My Imagination (Running Away with Me)Ain’t Too Proud to BegPapa Was a Rollin’ Stone, and more. The Temptations have 16 No. 1 R&B chart albums, 44 Top 10 R&B chart hits, including 14 No. 1 R&B singles, plus four No. 1 Hot 100 singles.

    The Four Tops have been thrilling audiences with their infectious blend of pure vocal power and sweet harmonies since 1954. Their songs, soulful and bittersweet, were across-the-board successes. I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch), a No. 1 R&B and Pop smash in 1965, is one of Motown’s longest-running chart toppers; it was quickly followed by a longtime favorite, It’s the Same Old Song. Other Tops hits from the decade included Ask the LonelyShake Me, Wake Me (When It’s Over)Something About YouYou Keep Running Away7-Rooms of Gloom and their covers of Walk Away Renee and If I Were a Carpenter.

    $95.00
  • “LOVE, LIES & THE LOTTERY” – Off Broadway Palms Dinner Theatre – Ft Myers

    Activity Level: 2

    Love, Lies & the Lottery, written by Jim Hesselman, is a delightful farce rife with multiple doors, mistaken identities, and ill-conceived plots. Throughout the production we meet Peter, an exterminator, who is holding out hope for a reconciliation with his soon-to-be ex-wife Rachel, and his eighty-two-year-old mother Beatrice, who lives with him, has a deep dislike of Rachel, an intense need to protect her son, an addiction to home shopping television, and a serious romance with eighty-seven-year-old Alfred. The audience also meets the ex-wife Rachel and Peter's best friend Martin. One of the most creative aspects of this show is that when Peter, Beatrice, and Martin watch the TV, the TV personalities, such as the news anchor, the host of the home shopping network, and the psychics of the psychic hotline, are seen onstage. All these characters come together in wacky ways when they discover that Peter has a lottery ticket worth over five hundred million dollars. Find out who ends up with the money at Love, Lies & the Lottery.

    Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre’s award-winning buffet included prior to the performance.

    $97.00
  • “TAMPA BAY DOWNS” – Tampa

    Tampa Bay Downs is the only Thoroughbred racetrack on the West Coast of Florida and is known as one of America's oldest and most well-maintained racetracks. Tampa Bay Downs first opened its doors in 1926 under the name of Tampa Downs and has since had a long and colorful history.

    Included in price

    Buffet lunch consisting of:

    • Fresh Fruit Salad
    • Caesar salad
    • Chef’s Vegetable Selection
    • Hot Entrees
    • Mashed Potatoes
    • Eclairs & Home Baked Cookies
    • Coffee & Tea & Iced Tea 
    • Admission
    • Daily Racing Program
    • Reserved Seating
    • Tax and Gratuity
    $68.00
  • “THE DREAM TEAM OF ROCK & ROLL”– Ruth Eckerd Hall – Clearwater

    Activity Level: 2

    Starring Joey Dee & The Starliters, Jay Siegel, lead singer of The Tokens & Little Peggy March.

    The one that started them all! The Dream Team of Rock & Roll makes it long-awaited return to Ruth Eckerd Hall for a show full of chart-topping hits from the 60s! Starring Joey Dee & The Starlighters (Peppermint Twist, What Kind of Love Is This), Jay Siegel, lead singer of The Tokens (The Lion Sleeps Tonight, Tonight I Fell In Love) and Little Peggy March (I Will Follow Him, Hello Heartbreak Goodbye Love). Whether you're reliving the soundtrack of your youth or are simply a fan of 60s classics, when these rock'n'roll greats take the stage, it's sure to be a concert to remember.

    INCLUDED IN PRICE: A Brunch Buffet before the performance. The Brunch will include breakfast and lunch offerings, buffet style, along with complimentary coffee, tea, juice, and water. In addition to the cash bar, Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s, and Screwdrivers will also be available for purchase.

    $66.00
  • “THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL – A BEAUTIFUL NOISE” – Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall – Sarasota

    Activity Level:2

    Experience the life and music of the legendary Neil Diamond in this uplifting new musical. Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chartbusting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like "America," "Forever in Blue Jeans" and "Sweet Caroline," an induction into the Songwriters and Rock & Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis. Neil Diamond's story was made to shine on Broadway – and head out on the road across America. Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America's greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.

    $122.00
  • “HELL’S KITCHEN” – The Straz Center – Tampa                                     

    Activity Level: 2

    Ali is a 17-year-old girl full of fire – searching for freedom, passion and her place in the world.

    How she finds them is a New York City coming-of-age story you've never felt before – Hell’s Kitchen, a new musical from 16-time Grammy® Award winner Alicia Keys, whose new songs and greatest hits about growing up in N.Y. inspire a story made for Broadway.

    Rebellious and stifled by an overprotective single mother, Ali is lost until she meets her mentor: a neighbor who opens her heart and mind to the power of the piano. Set to the rhythm of the ’90s, Hell’s Kitchen is a love story between a mother and daughter. It's about finding yourself, your purpose and the community that lifts you. Come remember where dreams begin.

    Hell’s Kitchen contains some strong language and moments with mature themes.

    $137.00
  • “MISS SAIGON” – EASTER SUNDAY – Suncoast Broadway DT – Hudson 

    Activity Level: 2

    From the creators of Les Misérables comes the breathtaking musical Miss Saigon, a powerful tale of love and sacrifice set during the Vietnam War. Winner of three Tony Awards, this critically acclaimed production has captivated audiences worldwide with its sweeping score, spectacular visuals, and emotionally charged story. Step into a powerful tale of love, loss, and resilience set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War as you follow the journey of Kim, a young Vietnamese woman, and Chris, an American soldier, navigating the turmoil of war and the depths of human connection. Featuring iconic songs like "The Last Night of the World" and "Sun and Moon," this is a theatrical experience that will leave you spellbound. Don’t miss this epic story of hope and the human spirit.

    Buffet included prior to the performance and table served dessert during intermission. Coffee, hot & iced tea, soft drinks included. Additional charge for some beverages.

    $101.00
  • “NEIL BERG’S 100 YEARS OF HOLLYWOOD” – Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall – Sarasota

    Activity Level: 2

    Neil Berg’s “100 Years of Hollywood” is a musical revue that celebrates the greatest moments from musicals and classic films of the century.  The show features the actual stars of hit Broadway shows, such as The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Evita, Fiddler on the Roof, CATS, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Wonderful Town. It includes songs from classic and hit films like Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Casablanca, Wizard of Oz, Goldfinger, Moulin Rouge, A Star is Born, Titanic, Dreamgirls and New York New York. Neil Berg presents brilliantly revived arrangements of classics as well as fantastic numbers from Hollywood’s newest hit films.

    ***Please specify Section A or Section B at the time of sign-up. Changes between sections are not permitted. There are 56 seats available in each section. When one section is sold out, tickets will only be offered for seats remaining in the other section. 

    MEMBERS SEC A - $82.00           MEMBERS SEC B - $73.00

    $73.00

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