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Watch Hank Williams Jr. Fans Take Over Tampa Waffle House

Watch Hank Williams Jr. Fans take over Tampa Waffle House. Hank William played a packed show Friday at the Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheater.  After the show, a ton of fans…

Watch Hank Williams Jr. Fans Take Over Tampa Waffle House

NASHVILLE, TN – JUNE 10: Singer-songwriter Hank Williams Jr. performs onstage during 2016 CMA Festival – Day 2 at Nissan Stadium on June 10, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images)

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Watch Hank Williams Jr. Fans take over Tampa Waffle House.

Hank William played a packed show Friday at the Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheater.  After the show, a ton of fans went to the Waffle House for some late night food.  It was obvious that many were at the show, so someone busted out singing Hank's big hit "Family Tradition".  That sparked everyone in the restaurant to start singing along.

The video was posted on TikTok around 2am after the concert.  It seems that late night cravings and Hank Williams Jr. go together.

About Hank Williams Jr.

Randall Hank Williams, born in Shreveport, Louisiana is the only son of Audrey Williams and country music superstar Hank Williams. His father nicknamed him “Bocephus” after comedian and Grand Ole Opry Star Rod Brasfield’s ventriloquist dummy. Williams would often close shows by saying, “Don’t worry, Bocephus, I’m coming home."

After his father passed away, his mother knew he was going to follow in his fathers footsteps and at age 8, he began playing shows.

By 1960 he was playing the Grand Ole Opry, singing his father’s hit, “Lovesick Blues.”  In 1969. Hank, Jr. and Johnny Cash join together for a sold-out show at Detroit’s Cobo Hall, playing the highest-grossing country music show to date.  Hank, Jr.’s album: Songs My Father Left Me becomes his first top-charting country album.

Cities You Can Fly Nonstop to From Tampa With Frontier Airlines

Frontier this week announced they cut the price of their summer pass that lets you fly anywhere you like. Head to a beach in the Caribbean or fly to Buffalo to get some wings. The GoWild! all-You-Can-Fly Summer Pass will cost you $499. Fly anywhere you like until the end of September. Where can you go from Tampa? Here's their list of cities you can fly to direct from Tampa International Airport.

Cleveland

Go visit the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame or hop on a bike and check out 60 miles of trails at the Cleveland Metroparks.

San Juan

Walk around Old San Juan and check out the oldest governor's mansion still in use or just explore the incredible coastline.

Philadelphia

Go directly to Jim's on South Street for the best cheesesteak anywhere.  You'd think given my name Geno's would be my pick.  It's definitely the most famous cheesesteak spot, but honestly Jim's is way better.

Denver

Explore the Rocky Mountains or visit Red Rocks Park.

Islip, NY

If Long Island doesn't excite you, you're not far from New York City.

Las Vegas

Go check out that new Sphere.  U2 is doing a residency there this year.  Tickets aren't cheap though!

Trenton

I can't think of many reasons to visit Trenton, but hey you'd be smack dab in the middle of 2 great cities to visit - NYC and Philadelphia.

Buffalo

Let's go get some wings!

Chicago

Staying on the food vibe, do not miss devouring some deep dish at Lou Malnati's.

Atlanta

A short one hour jump.  Try to see if anything is going on at their enormous stadium.  I got to visit for the Super Bowl a couple years ago and just being at the stadium itself is an experience.

Dallas

Go get some the best BBQ anywhere after a visit to Pioneer Plaza.

Phoenix

It'll be just as hot as Florida, but without the humidity! Check out Castles 'n Coasters.

Cincinnati

Don't miss the Ohio River Trail.

Cancun

We have beautiful beaches in Tampa Bay, but go check out some new ones.

Aguadilla

Another Puerto Rico choice. Go hop on the jet skis.

Raleigh

Go check out the new Freedom Park.

Montego-Bay

Jamaica mon! Go see some of the best spots to snorkel anywhere.

St. Louis

Another great place to go for BBQ and butter cake.  Check out Sugar Fire!  Jump ahead about 12 mins in this video.

Grand Rapids

Definitely hit up the John Ball Zoo.

Syracuse

Make your vacation cheesy.  Visit The Curd Nerd.

Milwaukee

Go for the beer or the great art museums. Or both.

Columbus

Head to North Market. Lots of great mom and pop restaurants and independent shops.

Green Bay

Go see a Packers game. And get some cheese curds there too.

Launa is part of Tampa Bay's Hometown Morning Krewe on 99.5 WQYK. She has been with the station for 7 years and joined J.R. and Kevin on the morning show 4 years ago. Since then, they have been nominated for not only a CMA but also an ACM. Launa has been in radio for the past 28 years and in the Tampa Bay market for 22 of those years. While working in radio, Launa has also served as an entertainment reporter on a local TV show and has hosted many charity events in the community. Using her popularity from QYK, Launa loves to help raise money for shelter animals and has been a volunteer at local shelters for years. Launa loves the community and writes articles on local news, entertainment, and events and highlights people who are shining in Tampa Bay that she knows others like her would also be interested in reading.