Top Tampa Bay events for the week of July 24-30: Comic Con, beer festivals

Tampa Bay Comic Con: Since 2000, the convention has grown with comic books, toys, cosplay, art and more. Celebrity guests include Sean Astin, Elijah Wood and Dominic Monaghan from “Lord of the Rings,” as well as Grant Gustin and Danielle Nicole Panabaker from the CW series “The Flash” and actors Pauly Shore (“Encino Man”) and Giancarlo Esposito (“Breaking Bad”). $30-$40, $60 weekend. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday (July 28), 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday (July 29), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday (July 30). Tampa Convention Center, 333 S Franklin St. 813-274-8511.

Jurassic Quest: Walk through a herd of sky-scraping, life-sized animatronic dinosaurs including Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus and T. rex. $19-$36. Noon-8 p.m. Thursday (July 27), 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday (July 28-29), 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday (July 30). Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. 813-621-7821.

Evolution of Drag: Drag performer-producer Daphne Ferraro uses comedy, dance productions, history lessons and drag costuming to take the audience through 10 decades as seen through the eyes of a drag queen. 18 and older only. $30-$45. 4 p.m. Sunday (July 30). Palladium Theater, 253 Fifth Ave. N, St. Petersburg. 727-822-3590.

Hunter Hayes: The five-time Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist and youngest male act to top the “Billboard” Hot Country song chart performs. $55 and up. 8 p.m. Thursday (July 27). Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa, 5223 Orient Road. 813-627-7625.

Lizzie: The Musical: Lizzie Borden was acquitted of the 1892 ax murders of her stepmother and father, but creepy legends and schoolyard rhymes insist on her guilt. Young Miss Borden’s tale is related by four women fronting a six-piece rock band. $24.50. 8-10 p.m. Thursday-Saturday (July 27-29), 4-6 p.m. Sunday (July 30). David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N Macinnes Place, Tampa. 772-214-9489.

Wawa Summer Fun Day: Wawa and Bok Tower Gardens join to offer families free admission to roam the gardens and listen to the singing tower the last Thursday and Friday of the month through September. Free (registration required). 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday-Friday (July 27-28). Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. 863-734-1222.

Barbie Roller Skate: Celebrate the hot summer movie with a Barbie and Ken look-alike contest, a Barbie photo box and games. $11, $5 skate rental. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday (July 28). United Skates of America, 5121 N Armenia Ave., Tampa. 813-876-5826.

Lil Durk: The Platinum-certified rapper appears with special guests Kodak Black, NLE Choppa and DD Osama. $35-$149.50. 7 p.m. Friday (July 28). MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4801 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. 813-740-2446.

WWE Raw: WWE Monday Night Raw returns to Tampa. The lineup includes Seth Freakin’ Rollins, Bianca Belair, Becky Lynch, Bayley and Damage Central, Judgement Day, The OC, Bobby Lashley, Austin Theory and Kevin Owens. The card is subject to change until bell time. $20-$125. 8 p.m. Friday (July 28). Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-6500.

BeerFest 2023: Dress as your favorite “Jurassic Park” character for Beerassic Park, a night of craft beers and local brewers, plus snacks and samples from some of Tampa’s top independent restaurants. Benefits Tampa Theatre’s artistic, educational and community programs, as well as the ongoing preservation of the 97-year-old landmark. $55-$75. 7-10 p.m. Saturday (July 29). Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St. 813-274-8286.

Beers on the Pier: More than 20 breweries offer unlimited samplings of local craft beers. Includes a souvenir cup. Benefits museum preservation. $40-$45. 7-10 p.m. Saturday (July 29). St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 Second Ave. NE. 727-894-1052.

Nickelback: Get Rollin’ Tour: Nickelback, the Canadian rock band that has sold more than 50 million albums and had a number of hits, including “How You Remind Me,” performs. $36-$205. 6:30 p.m. Saturday (July 29). MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4801 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. 813-740-2446.

John Fogerty: The Grammy Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Famer performs with special guest Hearty Har. $65-$195. 8 p.m. Saturday (July 29). The Sound at Coachman Park, 301 Drew St., Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

Bier Fest: Raise a stein to more than 60 brews from regions near and far at this food and beer festival with live music and 15 new German-inspired dishes. Included with park admission (food/drink additional). 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday (July 28-29), 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday (July 30). Busch Gardens, 10165 N McKinley Drive, Tampa. 813-884-4386.

Back to School Pop-Up Consignment: Enjoy bargain-basement prices in four buildings as you shop for everything you need to get the family back in school and spruce yourself up. Items include clothing, shoes, purses, furniture, home decor, bedding, sporting equipment, school supplies, lunch boxes, outdoor toys and bikes. This week, shopping is specifically for children. No cover. 5-9 p.m. Friday-Sunday (July 28-30). Hernando County Fairgrounds, 6436 Broad St., Brooksville. 352-796-4552.