Culture and Events.
Fun and Excitement, Meant for You.
There’s plenty to do at John Knox every day, here is a sample of activities on a monthly basis.
- Tai Chi classes
- Yoga
- Wii Golf & bowling
- Cocktail Socials
- Monthly birthday luncheons
- Luau
- Rhythm Band
- Art classes
- Water Exercise
- Bingo
- Educational Programs
- Line Dancing
Right outside our gates, you can also take classes, seminars, or attend artistic events at the University of South Florida, minutes away, or reserve seats for an evening at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, the largest performing arts center south of the Kennedy Center. It has five theaters, conservatory, rehearsal hall, boutiques, and three on-site restaurants.
If sports are your thing, come to a game of the Tampa Bay Rays, this year’s miracle team in the American League Pennant race. Football fans: Cheer the Buccaneers, who won the 37th Super Bowl Tampa was host for the Super Bowl this year. Catch the Tampa Bay Lightning, who captured the Stanley Cup. Golf lovers, get ready to swing: You’ll find 119 golf courses in the area – including one at the University, almost close enough to putt to.
Come to the more than 104-year-old annual Gasparilla Pirate Festival and bring the grandkids for an alcohol-free party with fabulous children's parade and lots of pyrotechnics. Can you have fun here? Are you kidding?
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Knox Facts: Why fun-lovers relax better in Tampa: You’re surrounded by one of America’s great medical hubs, including eight major hospitals.


