Top Tampa Bay area events for the week of Aug. 28-Sept. 3

P1 Offshore St. Pete Grand Prix: High-speed offshore powerboat and Jet-Ski racing teams from across the United States compete across multiple classes. Powerboats compete on a 6-mile course, and personal watercraft riders compete on a 1.7-mile course. While the race is best viewed live from Spa Beach, Vinoy Park or the Pier, the action will also be broadcast nationally. Free (VIP $100-$350). 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (Sept. 2-3). St. Pete Pier, 800 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. 407-985-1938. p1offshore.com/st-petersburg.

Gulfport Gecko Fest: The annual festival has an “Around the World in 80 Geckos” theme with vendor booths, live music on two stages, a walking parade, costume contest, street performers, food and drink. No cover. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday (Sept. 2). Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S. 727-893-1070.

Sneaker Con: You’ll get your steps in as you peruse the huge space with numerous vendors and buy, sell and trade sought-after footwear. Noon-7 p.m. Saturday (Sept. 2). Tampa Convention Center, 333 S Franklin St. 813-274-8511.

Slightly Stoopid: The alternative rock group performs with Sublime, Rome, Atmosphere and The Movement. $29-$89. 5 p.m. Saturday (Sept. 2). MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4801 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. 813-740-2446.

Florida’s Largest Home Show: This event brings together professionals offering up everything you need to remodel, design and rebuild your home. $10, $8 seniors. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday (Sept. 1), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday (Sept. 2), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday and Monday (Sept. 3-4). Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 U.S. 301 N, Tampa. 727-563-8279.

Tampa Bay Theatre Festival: Enjoy three days of full-length plays, short plays, parties, theater-related events and workshops. Price varies by event. 7:30 p.m. Friday (Sept. 1), 8:30 a.m. Saturday (Sept. 2), 10 a.m. Sunday (Sept. 3). David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N Macinnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827. Also taking place at Stageworks Theatre, HCC Mainstage Theater and HCC Performing Arts Ybor City.

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Live in Concert: This event pairs a showing of the Academy Award-winning animated film with a live performance of songs from the film. $35-$65. 7 p.m. Tuesday (Aug. 29). Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

NeedToBreathe: The Grammy-nominated band, whose songs include “Multiplied” and “Walking on Water” performs. $80 and up. 8 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 31). Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 5223 Orient Road, Tampa. 813-627-7625.

September Sing-Along Sundays: Join hundreds of other moviegoers and sing along to some movie musical favorites. This portion of the series features 2017′s “The Greatest Showman” (PG, 105 minutes). $14.50, $11.50 members. 3 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 3). Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St. 813-274-8286.

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Rod Wave: The native St. Petersburg rapper, singer and songwriter whose chart toppers include “Beautiful Mind” performs. $60-$280. 7 p.m. Friday (Sept. 1). Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-6500.

Slither and Scales: Learn about the unique characteristics of snakes, lizards, alligators and other reptiles, and get a close-up look at some of the preserve’s animals. $5. 7-8 p.m. Friday (Sept. 1). Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg. 727-893-7326.

Passages: Find out what happens when a man who has been in a 15-year relationship with another man has an affair with a woman (NR, 91 minutes). $12, $10 seniors. 3 p.m. Tuesday (Aug. 29) and Thursday (Aug. 31). Green Light Cinema, 221 Second Ave. N, St. Petersburg. 508-816-8968.

$5 Sundays: Every Sunday through Sept. 24, experience the wonders of glass art, imagination and community at Imagine Museum for $5. $5, members free. Noon-5 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 3). Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-300-1700.

Summer Movie Camp: This is the last week to catch a family movie for $3 on Wednesday. This week features “Sonic the Hedgehog 2″ (Aug. 30). $3. 11 a.m. Wednesday (Aug. 30). Sundial 12, 151 Second Ave. N, St. Petersburg. 727-502-9573. Also taking place at Westshore 14 and Veterans 24 in Tampa. Screening time varies by location.

$1 Golf for Kids: This is the final week for kids ages 4 to 15 to get a $1 small bucket of range balls and a $1 round of miniature golf to practice golf skills. Golf clubs are available to rent. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. $1. Offer valid approximately 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday (Aug. 28-31). Ace Golf Riverview, 12910 Boyette Road, Riverview. 813-672-7750.

Immersive Coin Hunt Adventure: Embark on a treasure hunt through the Mermaid Star Motel and beyond, solving riddles to uncover a deeper hidden narrative of the exhibit. There are 14 coins scattered in the experience. $32-$35. Noon-7:30 p.m. Monday (Aug. 28) and Thursday-Sunday (Aug. 31-Sept. 3). Fairgrounds St. Pete, 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg.