Updated November 5, 2026
Toes in the sand, live music at every stop and the best sunsets on the coast. Swap anything out using our full St. Pete & Clearwater Beaches guide.
Saturday
- Midday: Start at Caddy's Treasure Island with a bucket and a beach chair.
- Afternoon: Live music at Jimmy B's Beach Bar.
- Sunset: Undertow Beach Bar on St. Pete Beach.
- Night: Dance at Shephard's Tiki Beach Bar & Grill and Wave Nightclub at Shephard's in Clearwater.
Sunday
- Morning: Recover with breakfast at The Toasted Monkey BeachBar & Sports Grill.
- Afternoon: Beach time and music at Coconut Charlie's Beach Bar.
- Evening: Wind down on the docks at Rusty Bellies Waterfront Grill in Tarpon Springs.
Before you go
- Sunset is the main event on the Gulf beaches. Pier 60 in Clearwater runs a nightly sunset celebration, and Pass-a-Grille is the classic quieter spot.
- State parks like Fort De Soto, Honeymoon Island and Caladesi charge a park entry or parking fee. Check the official page before you go.
- Many beach bars and boat tours are weather-dependent. Call ahead if the forecast looks rough.
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