Enjoy food, fashion, music and a parade in Tampa

Enjoy a few select events in Tampa this weekend.

Florida State Fair - Thursday, Feb. 7 ending Monday, Feb. 18 . The State Fair is annually held at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 North which runs for 12 days in Tampa, Fla. For additional information and schedule click ===>events calendar.

Model4Jesus VIP reception - Friday, Feb. 8 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center, 14301 Nine Eagles Drive. Guests will interact wth industry VIPs, designers from around the world, models, photographers, enjoy appetizers and participate in a silent auction. Admission - advance purchase tickets $80, at the venue $85.

Christian Fashion Show - Saturday, Feb 9 at LSA Hall, 4810 N. Howard Ave. with a swimwear pre-show starting at 6 p.m. followed by the fashion show. Doors open at 5 p.m. Admission - advance purchase tickets $45, at the venue $50.

The Sant 'Yago Knight Parade - Saturday, February 9 along 7th Avenue in Ybor City starting at 8 p.m. It is one of Tampa's largest festivals with more than 100,000 attending. For information call 813-248-3088 or via email Info@KreweofSantYago.com.

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