Top Tampa Bay area events for the week of Feb. 19-25

Cirque du Soleil’s Bazzar: Through the use of break dancing, live music, teeter board, tightrope, balancing acts, bicycles, spinning wheels, aerial work, fire and more, colorfully dressed Cirque du Soleil characters bring the “bazzar” world together as one. Runs through March 24. Tickets start at $42. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22-23; 3:30 and 7 p.m.Feb. 24; 1 and 4:30 p.m. Feb. 25. Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Drive, St. Petersburg. 877-924-7783.

Billy Joel and Sting: The iconic musicians will each perform their most beloved songs on the same stage for the first time ever in their illustrious careers. $49.50-$419.50. 7 p.m. Feb. 24. Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. 813-350-6500.

Localtopia: The giant “celebration of all things local” features goods from more than 300 independent businesses and community vendors, an art village, family friendly village, health and wellness village, food trucks, thirst stations, draft beer vendors, live music, street performers and activities. Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 24. Williams Park, 330 Second Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 813-500-7708.

Fiesta Day: A variety of vendors and organizations highlight cultural foods, arts and crafts, specialty products and information along Seventh Avenue. Live entertainment will be presented on the Fiesta Stage in Centro Ybor. At 2 p.m., a Promenade of Flags, led by the Hillsborough High School Drum Band, will march down Seventh Avenue, honoring the countries that have made Ybor City what it is today. Free. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Feb. 24. Downtown Ybor City, East Seventh Avenue and North 14th Street, Tampa. 813-248-3712.

Clearwater Sea-Blues Festival: Jam out to blues music from national recording artists, shop local market vendors and enjoy seafood, craft beer and wine from area businesses. Lineup features: Walter Trout, DK Harrell, Jontavious Willis, J & The Causeways, Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones (Saturday); and Nick Moss Band, Albert Castiglia, Meg Williams and Travis Bowlin, JP Soars and The Red Hots, and Backtrack Blues Band (Sunday). Benefits the Homeless Empowerment Program. Free, $20 VIP. 2-10 p.m. Feb. 24-25. Coachman Park, 301 Drew St., Clearwater. 727-562-4682.

Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Race Weekend: Saturday features the 15K race (6:45 a.m.) and the 5K race (9:20 a.m.) starting at Brorein Street and Franklin Street. Sunday features the half marathon (6 a.m.) starting at Platt Street and Bayshore Boulevard and the 8K race (9:15 a.m.) starting at Bayshore Boulevard and Verne Street. Price varies by race. 6:45 a.m. Feb. 24, 6 a.m. Feb. 25. Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin St., Tampa. 813-254-7866.

Spyro Gyra: The band has logged over 10,000 shows on six continents and released 35 albums garnering platinum and gold records along the way. $40-$65. 8 p.m. Feb. 21-22. Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

Timeless Hip Hop: Featuring The Beatnuts, Craig G, Mr. Cheeks of the Lost Boyz, MC Serch and DJ Sandman, the Timeless Hip Hop Series is a jam session that brings a different vibe of how performances are experienced by allowing the artists to share their hits as a free-flowing music journey. Starting at $25. 10 p.m. Feb. 21. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 5223 Orient Road, Tampa. 813-627-7625.

Napoleon Dynamite Live: Napoleon Dynamite Live! includes a full screening of “Napoleon Dynamite” followed by a lively, freewheeling discussion with fan-favorite cast members Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Jon Gries (Uncle Rico) and Efren Ramirez (Pedro). $39-$59. 7:30 p.m. FFeb. 23-24. Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

Sunwest Crab and Shrimp Festival: Live music all day and more seafood than ever before, featuring tasty dishes including crab cakes, shrimp, blue crab, stone crab, shrimp, fish, paella, lobster and more. Live music includes Bon Jovi and Journey tribute bands, Tampa Bay’s country band Crossfire Creek and more. $10-$15, children free. 5-10 p.m. Feb. 23, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Feb. 24, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 25. SunWest Park, 17362 Old Dixie Highway, Hudson. 727-674-1464.

Gasparilla Classic: Nearly 6,000 male and female gymnasts from around the globe compete in seven gyms set up on the baseball field. Many gymnasts competing move on to represent their national teams in the Olympics. Benefits the Gasparilla Giving Back Campaign. $25, $20 children, $20 parking. 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Feb. 23-24, 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Feb. 25. Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Drive, St. Petersburg. 813-558-0035.

Gulfport Get Rescued: Animal rescue groups from across the Bay area bring hundreds of adoptable animals to this event with a pet supply drive, a street festival, wiener dog derby and pet care education. Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 24. Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport. 727-893-1070.

Pinellas African American Heritage Celebration: The one-day festival showcasing the diversity of the African American community in Pinellas County features a mini-market of Black artisans and businesses, live jazz, gospel, R&B and poetry, visual and performing art exhibitions, keynote speeches by area politicians and historians, food trucks serving African American cuisine, a children’s play area and an interactive mural. Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 24. Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo. 727-582-2100.

Repticon: See live animals from around the world, purchase pets and pet products direct from the experts and learn more about reptiles and exotic animals. $10-$15; ages 5-12 $5-$6; under 4 free. Tickets sold online at repticon.com. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 24 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 25. Florida State Fairgrounds Entertainment Hall, 4800 N U.S. 301, Tampa.

St. Petersburg Seafood & Music Festival: Local restaurants and food purveyors offer a variety of seafood entrees and vegetarian dishes along with an array of side dishes and desserts and drinks. Live entertainment will be on stage, and there will be a marketplace of arts, crafts and local products. Admission $7; VIP $100 includes parking, premium bar and private seating. 4-10 p.m. Feb. 23, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Feb. 24 and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Feb. 25. Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Drive NE, St. Petersburg. paragonfestivals.com.

Black Love Classics Series: The third annual classic film series takes on a Faith, Food and Family theme. This portion features “Daughters of the Dust” (1991) (PG) (113-minutes). In the historical drama, members of an enslaved family are forced to decide if they’ll stay on their isolated island, or move to a more modern way of living on the mainland. A panel discussion with the filmmaker follows the screening. $10, $7 members. 3 p.m. Feb. 25. Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa. 813-274-8286.

Steampunk Mad Hatter Tea Party: Immerse yourself in a world of whimsy, creativity and funky vibes as you sip on “Morbid Curiositea” while creating your own steampunk Mad Hatter-style top hat. Includes hat, snacks and craft supplies. $30. 7 p.m. Feb. 23. The Funk Tea Room, 125 E. Lime St., Tarpon Springs.

“Friends and Family”: A gay male couple try to hide their occupations as mafia enforcers from one of their FBI officer fathers. Hilarity ensues when a birthday party gets mixed up with a mobster’s daughter’s engagement party, and the mobsters concoct a political scheme at the party. (2001) (NR) (87-min.) $12, $10 seniors. 3 p.m. Feb. 25. Green Light Cinema, 221 Second Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 508-816-8968.

Roser Park Ghost Tour: Valentween’s Day: Celebrate your love for Valentine’s Day with some local history mixed with stories of ghosts, obsession and murder. Tours depart every 45 minutes from Charlie, the big oak tree near Roser Park Drive and Prospect Court. $20. 5-8:45 p.m. Feb. 24. Historic Roser Park, 500 Roser Park Drive, St. Petersburg.