Find Your Tempo After Dark

- Sounds of the Street

📅 Thursday | January 8, 2026 | 5:05 PM - 8:00 PM
📍Location: Water Street Tampa

971 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602

🌆 When the Neighborhood Becomes the Stage

On the second Thursday of each month, Sounds of the Street will turn Water Street Tampa into a living, breathing soundtrack. As the sun dips and the city softens into evening, live music will spill into the streets—creating an effortless blend of culture, movement, and rhythm woven directly into your night.

This isn’t a sit-and-watch concert. It’s music you walk into.

As you wander through Raybon Plaza, Via Corazon, and along Water Street itself, you’ll encounter pop-up performances from local bands and artists, each carving out their own pocket of sound. Genres will shift block to block, tempo to tempo—making the experience feel spontaneous, dynamic, and refreshingly unscripted.

One street. Many sounds. Endless discovery.

Barry Manilow — The Last Concerts 2025–26 Tour

📅 Thursday | January 8, 2026 | 7:00 PM
📍Location: Benchmark International Arena

401 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602

🎤 Songs That Defined Generations

Barry Manilow returns to Tampa for what is officially being billed as “The Last Tampa Concert.” This stop on The Last Concerts 2025–26 Tour marks a rare and emotional milestone—one final opportunity for local audiences to celebrate an artist whose music has shaped decades of pop culture. For many fans, this night will feel less like a concert and more like a shared farewell moment.

From sweeping ballads to unforgettable sing-along anthems, Manilow’s catalog spans a lifetime of music memories. Expect an evening filled with iconic hits, heartfelt performances, and the unmistakable warmth that has defined his live shows for decades. His concerts are known for blending musical precision with personal storytelling, creating moments that feel both intimate and arena-filling at the same time.

Smash, Sizzle & Something New

- Haddaburger

📍 Location: 8932 Bertha Palmer Blvd, Temple Terrace, FL 33617

Coming Soon

🔥 A Smash Burger with Intention

Haddaburger is preparing to bring a fresh, focused concept to Temple Terrace—halal-certified smash burgers built around simplicity, bold flavor, and crave-worthy execution. Think crisp-edged patties pressed hot on the griddle, juicy centers, and classic pairings done right, without overcomplication.

This is comfort food with purpose.

Temple Terrace continues to attract food concepts that blend accessibility with intention, and Haddaburger fits that lane perfectly. A halal-forward burger spot adds welcome variety to the local dining mix, while still appealing broadly to anyone who appreciates a properly executed smash burger.

Casual. Inclusive. Neighborhood-driven.

Ice, Speed & Star Power on the Bay -

Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Colorado Avalanche

📅 Tuesday | January 6, 2026 | 7:00 PM

📍 Location: Benchmark International Arena

401 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602

🏒 A Clash of NHL Heavyweights

The Colorado Avalanche roll into Tampa for a must-watch matchup against the Lightning, setting the stage for a high-intensity night of NHL action. Known for elite speed, precision passing, and explosive scoring chances, these two teams bring contrasting styles that make for fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat hockey from the opening puck drop.

This is the kind of game where momentum can shift in seconds—and every shift matters.

There’s nothing quite like a Lightning home game, and when a Western Conference powerhouse like Colorado comes to town, the energy inside the arena hits another level. Expect thunderous goal celebrations, relentless pressure, and a crowd fully locked in as Tampa looks to protect home ice in the heart of the season.

Whether it’s a breakaway, a power play, or a last-minute defensive stand, moments in games like this feel bigger.

Paws, Parades & Pirate Pride on the Waterfront - Pirate Pup Parade & Costume Contest

📅 Sunday | January 12, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 971 Water St Tampa, FL 33602 United States

🐾 Where Good Dogs Go Full Pirate

Ahoy, Tampa Bay dog lovers! Water Street Tampa will transform into a playful pirate port as pups of every size and breed take over the streets for the third annual Pirate Pup Parade & Costume Contest. This lighthearted community event invites four-legged buccaneers to strut their stuff in full swashbuckling style—think tiny tricorn hats, eye patches, bandanas, and tails wagging with confidence.

It’s part parade, part costume showdown, and entirely wholesome fun.

As the pups march through Water Street, spectators will line the sidewalks cheering on everything from fearless pirate captains to mischievous deckhands. The atmosphere is joyful, social, and unmistakably Tampa—waterfront breezes, smiling faces, and plenty of opportunities to snap photos of dogs who clearly understood the assignment.

Expect laughter, applause, and more “awws” per minute than any event should legally allow.

Tampa Florida Scavenger Hunt: Blue Bay & Green Spaces

📅 Tuesday | January 6, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606

🏴‍☠️ A Pirate-Spirited Adventure in the Heart of the City

Ahoy, explorers! Tampa’s pirate lore may be legendary, but this Blue Bay & Green Spaces Scavenger Hunt turns Downtown Tampa into the real treasure map. Designed for curious locals and adventurous visitors alike, this self-guided experience blends history, humor, and discovery as you follow clues through parks, plazas, and iconic landmarks woven into the city’s vibrant core.

It’s equal parts sightseeing tour and playful challenge—perfect for friends, families, couples, or anyone ready to see Tampa from a new angle.

As you move through the city, each clue pulls you deeper into Tampa’s past and present. You’ll uncover stories tied to Henry B. Plant Museum, stroll near the waterfront energy of Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, and pass the glowing marquee of the historic Tampa Theatre.

Along the way, expect moments that invite reflection, laughter, and maybe even a quick pause to debate where to grab a Cuban sandwich once the hunt wraps up.

A Community Morning Beneath the Oaks

- Carrollwood Market

📅 Saturday | January 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Carrollwood Cultural Center

4537 Lowell Rd, Tampa, FL 33618

🛍️ Local Finds in a Relaxed Park Setting

Set beneath the shade of towering oak trees, the Carrollwood Market offers a laid-back, neighborhood-focused way to shop local and spend a Saturday morning outdoors. Held in the county park surrounding the Carrollwood Cultural Center, this market blends community charm with a thoughtfully curated mix of local vendors, creating an easygoing atmosphere that invites you to stroll, browse, and linger.

With more than 60 vendors on site, it’s the kind of market where every turn brings something new—whether that’s a seasonal ingredient, a handcrafted gift, or a small business you’ll want to revisit again and again.

Vendor tents will feature a diverse mix of locally made goods, including fresh produce, plants, baked treats, artisan foods, and handmade crafts. It’s an ideal stop for stocking up on pantry favorites, discovering unique gifts, or simply supporting Tampa Bay makers doing great work close to home.

The variety makes this market approachable for everyone—from serious farmers-market regulars to casual weekend browsers.

A Sunday Ritual in the Heart of Seminole Heights - Seminole Heights Sunday Market

📅 Sunday | January 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: American Legion Post 111

6918 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33604

🌿 Where the Neighborhood Comes Together

Held on the second Sunday of every month, the Seminole Heights Sunday Market has become a true neighborhood staple—equal parts community gathering, local showcase, and laid-back Sunday escape. January’s market keeps the momentum going with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects everything people love about Seminole Heights: creativity, connection, and local pride.

Set along North Florida Avenue, this market feels less like an event and more like a standing invitation to slow down and spend the morning with your community.

With 70+ local vendors, the market offers an impressive mix of seasonal produce, plants, baked goods, handmade crafts, and artisan products. Whether you’re stocking up on fresh ingredients for the week, hunting for a thoughtful gift, or discovering a new favorite maker, there’s something here that feels both personal and distinctly Tampa.

This is a market built around supporting small businesses—and you can feel that intention in every booth.

 

601 N. Ashley: The Quiet Reset of a Full Downtown Block

At first glance, 601 N. Ashley Drive blends into the background—wrapped in an awkward mid-century “modern” skin that feels more like a disguise than a design. But beneath that dated façade sits something far more consequential: a 100-year-old structure that once anchored Tampa’s civic and economic identity.

Long before scaffolding and demolition fencing appeared, this site was home to The Tampa Tribune—a full-block campus with two 12-story towers and a four-story base. It was a cornerstone of an earlier Downtown Tampa, powered by press runs, newsroom energy, and a city just beginning to build upward.

Now, that chapter is closing—and a much larger one is beginning.

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What’s Happening

The scaffolding currently wrapping 601 N. Ashley signals one of the largest demolitions Downtown Tampa has seen in decades. This is not a cosmetic renovation or partial redevelopment—it’s a full reset of an entire city block.

Here’s what we know:

• The property was acquired by STOCK Development for $40 million, making it the largest single-parcel transaction in Downtown Tampa history.

• The site sits immediately next to One Tampa, a 42-story mixed-use tower by Kolter Group featuring 225 luxury residences.

• The parcel is fully entitled for a 48-story tower with:

  • 600+residences (likely a hotel + condo program)

  • 46,000 square feet of office

  • 11,000 square feet of retail

What STOCK has not yet revealed—design, branding, or partner—is precisely what’s driving speculation.

Sales History: How This Block’s Value Has Evolved

Before becoming one of the most closely watched redevelopment sites in Downtown Tampa, 601 N. Ashley Drive already had a meaningful transaction history that hinted at its long-term potential.

Here’s how ownership and value have changed over time:

• April 2021 — Initial Acquisition
  The property was purchased by TLR Group, a Tampa-based       development group, according to reporting from Florida YIMBY.

• Purchase Price
  TLR Group acquired the site for approximately $20.06 million.

• Seller
  The seller was Ashley 601 Inc., the prior owner of the existing office building on the property.

• What Existed at the Time
  At the time of purchase, the site was occupied by a 12-story office building, formerly known as the GTE Tower.

• Early Vision
  Even in 2021, TLR Group’s plans signaled ambition. Early proposals pointed toward a much taller tower, indicating that the long-term value of the site was tied more to its future potential than its existing structure.

Why This Sale Matters — and Why the Buyer Is Just as Important as the Price

The $40 million purchase of 601 N. Ashley Drive stands out for one major reason: it ranks as one of the largest single-parcel real estate transactions in Downtown Tampa history.

Sales of this size don’t happen unless the buyer believes the site can support something far more valuable than what exists today. In this case, the expectation is clear — the land is being repositioned for a major new residential tower that could reshape this part of Downtown.

But the buyer itself adds an interesting layer to the story.

Who Is STOCK Development?

STOCK Development is a well-known Florida-based developer with a strong reputation for luxury residential and mixed-use communities, particularly in Southwest Florida.

Their portfolio is best known for:

• Master-planned communities

• Luxury low-rise and mid-rise projects

• High-end lifestyle-driven developments

What makes this Downtown Tampa purchase notable is that high-rise condo towers are not STOCK’s core specialty. To date, STOCK’s most notable condo project is The Ritz-Carlton Residences Naples.

Key context:

• The Ritz-Carlton Residences Naples is approximately 12 stories tall

• It is far shorter and less vertically complex than the 48-story       tower planned for 601 N. Ashley

• The Naples project is expected to be completed this year, according to STOCK’s own materials

This matters because:

• A 12-story luxury condo and a 48-story Downtown tower are very different challenges

• Tall towers require deeper experience with vertical construction, engineering, logistics, and global luxury buyers

In short, this Downtown Tampa project represents a major step up in scale and complexity for STOCK.

Developers typically don’t take on projects this large unless:

• They plan to partner with experienced high-rise teams

• They are aiming for a branded or institutional-grade product

• They see the site as a once-in-a-generation opportunity

Buying the largest single parcel Downtown suggests STOCK is not treating this as a routine project. They are betting on Tampa’s next phase of luxury growth.

From a real estate perspective, this purchase sends several quiet but important signals:

• The value of the site is driven by future height, density, and       branding, not the existing building

• Downtown Tampa is now attracting developers willing to push beyond their historical comfort zone

• The project’s scale likely requires outside partners, capital, or       branding that elevate it beyond a typical condo tower

For buyers, sellers, and investors, this reinforces one idea:

“When developers start stretching upward, markets usually follow.”

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A Generational Silhouette Moment

Tampa doesn’t get many chances to redefine its skyline with truly generational towers. A 48-story structure rising on a full block—especially one potentially carrying a global luxury brand—becomes more than real estate.

It becomes a reference point.

Think Waldorf Astoria, St. Regis, or Rosewood-caliber energy overlooking Curtis Hixon and the Riverwalk. Even without confirmation, the math and zoning support the ambition.

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Market Implications

A Luxury Signal, Not Just Density

A $40M land acquisition, full entitlements, and a 48-story allowance at this address don’t point to generic multifamily. They point to luxury vertical living—potentially a branded residential or hotel-condo tower.

Sites like this tend to attract names, not just architects.

When parcels with this scale and visibility come online, they often set new price ceilings, not just add supply.

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Downtown’s Westward Repricing

Positioned between Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and the Tampa Riverwalk, this site helps pull Downtown’s center of gravity westward, reinforcing a luxury corridor that now includes:

• Water Street

• One Tampa

• Riverwalk-front parcels

• Future mixed-use towers yet to be announced

That clustering effect matters. Luxury values compound when critical mass forms.

This project isn’t just tall — it would redefine Downtown Tampa’s skyline hierarchy.

At 48 stories, the proposed tower would become the tallest residential building in Downtown Tampa once completed.

It would rise higher than One Tampa, the 42-story luxury condo tower currently under construction next door and expected to deliver in mid-to-late 2027.

One Tampa offers residences ranging from approximately 1,200 to 5,000 square feet, with pricing generally spanning $1 million to $6 million, depending on size, view, and layout.

As of today, One Tampa is already more than 50% sold, signaling strong demand even before completion.

At full height, the new tower would also tie the tallest buildings in Downtown Tampa overall, matching the height of long-standing icons like the Bank of America Plaza and the Regions Building.

That matters because One Tampa establishes a real, active pricing and demand benchmark for luxury living in this part of Downtown. Any new tower rising next door — especially one that is taller and fully entitled — will be judged against these expectations from day one. Height isn’t just about views — it’s about status, pricing power, and perception. In most cities, the tallest residential towers tend to set the top end of the market, especially when paired with waterfront access and walkability.

Market Metrics (Directional & Qualitative)

Market metrics reflect a combination of verified transaction data, local MLS sales trends, city planning records, and established pricing patterns observed in comparable waterfront and luxury urban developments. Where precise future values are unavailable, projections are presented directionally to illustrate how large-scale, entitled luxury projects have historically shifted real estate pricing and demand.

How to Read the Market Metrics

• The “Today” column shows where Downtown Tampa stands right       now, based on recent sales, current buyer behavior, and existing       buildings. Think of this as the starting line before the site is       redeveloped.

• The “What This Project Could Change” column explains how markets       typically shift after a large, luxury, full-block project       is completed. These are not exact predictions, but patterns seen in other       cities once similar towers are delivered.

• Land Value / Benchmark refers to how expensive land is in the area.       When a full city block sells for a record price, it often becomes the new       reference point for future deals nearby, pushing overall values higher.

• Luxury Condo Price Ceiling means the highest prices buyers are currently paying. New luxury towers often raise this ceiling by changing what buyers expect to pay for high-end living.

• Riverwalk Premium measures how much extra buyers are willing to pay to live near the Riverwalk. Waterfront trails and walkable parks consistently increase home values in major cities.

• Buyer Pool describes who is buying in the area — local residents,       out-of-state buyers, or national and global luxury buyers. A larger buyer       pool usually means stronger demand and better long-term pricing.

• Downtown Identity reflects how the area is viewed overall. As Downtown   shifts toward luxury residential living, prices often rise even before new       buildings are finished.

Buyers, sellers, and investors can use this table to understand why pricing pressure often shows up before it appears in comparable sales or headlines.

💡 Craig’s Take: Where the Smart Money Moves

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For Buyers: Buy Before the Market Renames the Neighborhood

Most buyers wait until a new tower is finished, branded, and fully priced in. The smart ones move before the name recognition shows up on Zillow headlines.

Actionable, insider steps:

• Buy near, not inside, the biggest projects. Homes one or two blocks       away often see the same value lift without the premium price. Buying near   a future height leader often delivers indirect value — even if you’re not       buying inside the tower itself.

• Focus on walkability first, finishes second. Walkable locations age       better than interiors. You can update a kitchen — you can’t move a       building.

• Track entitlements, not renderings. If zoning already allows height and   density, future value is more likely even if plans aren’t public yet.

• Use time as leverage. Areas in transition often have motivated sellers who haven’t adjusted their expectations yet.

Low-friction mindset shift:
Ask one simple question when touring: “Will this location be more valuable when this project is done — even if the home itself stays the same?”

How Kincheloe Group helps buyers:
We help buyers identify future value zones before pricing resets — using zoning data, entitlement maps, and real buyer behavior, not hype. The goal isn’t just to buy a home, but to buy ahead of the curve with less risk.

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For Sellers: Sell the Direction, Not Just the Square Footage

When major projects are underway, recent sales often lag reality. Sellers who rely only on old comps usually leave money on the table.

Actionable, insider steps:

• Anchor your pricing to what’s coming, not just what sold last year.

• Highlight proximity, not promises. Distance to the Riverwalk, parks, or   entitled sites matters more than vague “future growth.”

• Control the narrative early. Buyers form opinions before showings. If you don’t explain why the area is changing, someone else will.

• Time matters. Selling during construction uncertainty can actually       reduce competition, not increase it.

Low-friction mindset shift:
Buyers don’t just buy homes — they buy confidence. Your job is to show them where the neighborhood is going, clearly and simply.

How Kincheloe Group helps sellers:
We position listings around forward-looking value, not just backward-looking comps. That includes explaining nearby developments in plain language, framing walkability and lifestyle correctly, and pricing strategically to capture buyers who think one step ahead.

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For Investors: Follow the Zoning and Infrastructure, Not the Noise

The biggest investment gains usually come before the headlines, not after ribbon cuttings.

Actionable, insider steps:

• Invest where infrastructure money is already committed. Roads, trails, waterfront access, and public spaces pull private capital with them.

• Target edge zones. The edges of luxury districts often outperform the       center once demand spills outward. Height leaders tend to anchor luxury     zones. Properties around them often benefit from rising demand without     carrying the same price tag.

• Prioritize simplicity. Properties that are easy to rent, easy to resell, and     easy to explain tend to win long-term.

• Expect value shifts before rent spikes. Pricing often moves first; rents     catch up later.

Low-friction mindset shift:
If a location becomes easier to live in — less driving, more access — demand usually follows.

How Kincheloe Group helps investors:
We help investors filter signal from noise, focusing on projects that actually change daily behavior (walkability, access, time savings). Our role is to reduce friction — helping you buy assets that make sense today and five years from now.

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🔑 Final Thoughts

Big developments don’t change markets overnight — they change expectations first. That’s when the opportunity exists.

The smartest moves usually happen when:

• The project is real

• The pricing hasn’t caught up

• And the story hasn’t been fully told

That’s where clarity matters most.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, the goal isn’t to predict the future perfectly — it’s to position yourself where the future has the highest odds of working in your favor.

And that’s where strategy beats speculation.