Tampa Bay Bucs Host NFL Draft Block Party in St. Pete

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will throw the first-ever NFL Draft Block Party right on Central Avenue in downtown St. Pete on Thursday, April 23. St. Pete is hosting the Bucs' official NFL Draft watch party for the first time.

This block party is teaming up with Miller Lite and is similar to St. Pete’s First Friday. Traffic will stop on the 200 Block of Central Avenue between 1st and 3rd streets from 7 PM to 11:30 PM.

No tickets or sign-ups are needed to join this free event. Fans can RSVP ahead of time for updates using a form on the Buccaneers' website.

Attendees at the event can watch the whole NFL Draft on a big screen. It will also feature Miller Lite experiences, activities, meet-and-greets with players and legends, fan giveaways, and a pop-up Team Store. There will be food trucks and photo ops for some extra fun.

This event aims to create an engaging atmosphere by mixing the first round of the NFL Draft with the lively nightlife and local hotspots in downtown St. Pete.

The celebration goes on Friday, April 24, with the Buccaneers' second annual Welcome to the Krewe event at the AdventHealth Training Center. This members-only gathering is just for season pass holders, offering a chance to meet the first-round draft pick.

Then on Saturday, April 25, the Bucs Beach Bash happens at Tradewinds Resort on St. Pete Beach. Attendees can watch, take part in a cornhole tournament, enjoy food and drink specials, and listen to live music. The Fulcos, a cover band, will kick off the performances, followed by a Kenny Chesney tribute band, with Uncle Kracker closing out the event.