Several Tampa Bay-area events planned for the weekend have been postponed or canceled as Hurricane Isaias brings concerns about heavy rain, strong winds and flooding.
Oktoberfest Tampa has moved to Oct. 30 through Nov. 1 at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park in downtown Tampa. Organizers and the City of Tampa said rain-saturated grounds made tent setup unsafe. The rescheduled festival is still expected to include German food and beer, live music, dancing, Bavarian performances and games. Tickets from the original dates will be honored on their corresponding rescheduled days.
The St. Pete Autumn Harvest Festival at the Pinellas Pioneer Settlement has been rescheduled for Oct. 24. The event had been set to offer fall activities, hayrides, crafts, food vendors and pumpkin activities.
Island Fest at Honeymoon Island has been canceled, with no replacement date announced. In New Port Richey, the 20th Annual Cotee River Bike Fest has shifted from Oct. 9-11 to Jan. 15-17, 2027. Organizers cited safety concerns for riders, vendors, crews, bands and volunteers, as well as the prospect of soaked grounds and disrupted performances.
Event organizers said more changes could follow as weather impacts become clearer. Attendees should check official event pages for the latest status before heading out.
