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Find the fun things to do near Tampa, Florida, from up-close roller coasters and thrill rides to live shows and seasonal events for the whole family.

A park at 10165 McKinley Dr in Tampa.

Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is the premier night-time Halloween spot for thrill-seekers everywhere! Enter the numerous scare zones and haunted houses throughout the park, enjoy frighteningly delicious dining and drinks, and experience hair-raising rides and more with Busch Gardens!

A park at 10165 McKinley Dr in Tampa.

A park at 10001 McKinley Dr in Tampa.

Beat the heat at Tampa's biggest water park! Located right across the street from Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, Adventure Island® is 30 acres of water-drenched fun in the sun featuring the ultimate combination of high-speed thrills and tropical, tranquil surroundings for guests of all ages. Within a soothing Key West atmosphere await slides, corkscrews, water falls, a wave pool, a kid-friendly water playground, play areas, and other family attractions. You can choose to race down rapids, dig your toes into the sand or just relax all day in a private cabana. Hurtle high and experience a feeling of weightlessness on Colossal Curl™, Adventure Island’s newest family thrill slide. For more information, call 1-813-884-4386 today

Temple Crest Center Playground is a playground at 8116 N 37th St in Tampa.

Rowlett Dog Park is a park at 8401-8549 N Rowlett Park Dr in Tampa.