LEGO Fans Flock To Tampa For Brick Fan Event

The Brick Fan Event is currently underway at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, drawing in enthusiasts of the iconic toy. This spectacular gathering showcases the artistic expression and camaraderie that defines the LEGO fanbase. Attendees can expect an immersive experience, replete with creative displays and engaging activities.

Tickets are available for $25, but due to high demand... they are anticipated to sell out rapidly. Interested visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets online in advance to secure their spot. FOX 13 viewers can avail a special discount by using the code FOX during checkout on BrickFanEvent. com. Information for this article was obtained from "Yahoo News".

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TAMPA - LEGO lovers of all ages are filling the Florida State Fairgrounds this weekend for the annual Brick Fan Event. It is a massive fan experience celebrating the creativity and community behind one of the world's most beloved toys.

Southwest Florida's Weekend Windfall: Music Legends And Local Tributes Converge

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This weekend, Southwest Florida is buzzing with exciting events. Rapper Plies, a Fort Myers native, is set to perform a rare hometown concert at Hertz Arena on Saturday, August 9. The talented artist, known for hits like "Bust It Baby, Pt. 2" and "Shawty," will take the stage at 8 p. m. In a tribute to Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Christy Mathewson, voice actor Eddie Frierson will write and perform a one-man show at the Alliance for the Arts on Sunday, August 10. This unique production tells Mathewson's story in the pitcher's own words, offering a captivating glimpse into his --- and career.

Guitar legend George Lynch, formerly of the '80s metal band Dokken, will bring his signature sound to Mango Rita's Rhythm House in south Fort Myers on Saturday, August 9. Lynch will share the stage with other iconic hard-rock acts... including Terry Ilous of XYZ and Anthony Corder of Tora Tora. The new Bonita Springs concert venue, "Sugarshack Downtown," "will host the finals of its inaugural singing competition on Tuesday.".. August 12.

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Here are our top things to do this weekend and beyond, including guitar wizard George Lynch of '80s metal band Dokken and a tribute to Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Christy Mathewson. Plus a look at what's ahead in August.

(NOTE: THIS CONCERT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO SEPT. 19 ) Fort Myers native Plies returns to Southwest Florida for a rare hometown concert. The rapper is best known for the hits "Bust It Baby, Pt. 2," "Shawty," "Hypnotized" and "Heart Mind" (with Kodak Black). Plies — whose real name is Algernod "Nod" Lanier Washington — is a 1994 Fort Myers High School graduate and a former wide receiver at Miami University in Ohio in 1996 and 1997. He now lives in the Tampa Bay area.

8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. $87-$281. Parking on site is $30, plus taxes and fees (no cash). Free parking next door at Miromar Outlets. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. 948-7825 or hertzarena.com