Largo's Family Fun Activities, Art, Parks, and Recreation
Largo, Florida is located on the west coast of Florida. Nestled between the cities of Seminole, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Bel Aire, and Tampa, Largo is considered part of The Tampa Bay Area.
If you've never visited Largo, you're in for a sweet treat. Beautiful sunsets, warm weather, cultural events, water fun, and nature walks await you.
Largo has its own charm - and it's a separate city from the "Key Largo" of Bogie and Bacall fame.
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What's in Largo?
- Fast Facts about the City of Largo
- Things To Do in Largo Florida
- Take A Walk Through Largo Central Park
- Find the Fun - Largo Map of Attractions
- More Facts About Largo, Florida
- Largo News
- Largo Cultural Center
- George C. McCough Nature Trail
- Highland Family Aquatic Center
- Poolside Protection
- Pinellas County Heritage Village
- Places to Go - Things to See
- Largo Central Railroad, Inc.
- Largo, Florida Weather
- What to Eat? Where to Go?
- Ready to Make Your Trip to Largo?
Fast Facts about the City of Largo
Largo is the third largest city
in Pinellas County, Florida.
The Gulf of Mexico shelters Largo and provides its temperate climate. Largo is located on the Pinellas Peninsula and is one of the cities that make up the Tampa Bay area.
Largo's motto - "City of Progress"
Other Interesting Facts:
Population: 71,704 residents.
Largo's Sister City: Tosayamada, Kochi, Japan.
Largo's Land Area: 17 square miles.
Climate: Mild temperatures with average 70's in winter and 80's & 90's in summer.
Rainfall: June, July, August are Largo's rainy season, with recorded rainfalls approximately six inches to eight inches.
Demographics: These might surprise visitors who think all of Florida is made up of retirees --
41.8% are married couples; 38.5% are individuals; 19.3% are individuals 65 years or older.
Median income: $41,523 (for a family).
Photograph by Jennifer Akers
Things To Do in Largo Florida
Special Events in Largo Florida
Want to attend a family event or hang out with friends? Largo has something for everyone. Check out Largo's Sunset Sounds Concerts in the park, Train Weekends, FLAIR for the arts exhibitions, 4th of July celebration and much more.
Largo Central Park holds many of these family fun activities.
The photo is of the Acrobat Kids, one of many statues throughout the park. Photograph by Jennifer Akers
Take A Walk Through Largo Central Park
Largo boasts fun and educational entertainment for all ages! Check out these upcoming events:
Upcoming Activities in The City of Largo
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This map will give you an idea of how to plan your outings.
More Facts About Largo, Florida
Largo is the third largest city in Pinellas County, Florida, USA and is part of the Tampa Bay Area. Centrally located, it is the crossroads of the county. As of the 2000 census, the City had a total population of 69,371. As of 2004, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau was 71,704 [http://www.census.gov/popest/cities/tables/SUB-EST2004-04-12.xls].
Largo was first incorporated in 1905. In 1913, it became the first municipality in Pinellas County to adopt a Council-Manager government. It switched back and forth from "town" to "city" a few times, and became a city again in 1974. It was an exporter of agricultural products until the 1960s when the influx of people began to transform it into a bedroom community. From 1905 to 2005, Largo grew in area from 9/16ths of a square mile to about , and in population from about 300 people to more than 70,000. Largo began as a rural farming community and became the third largest city in Florida's most densely populated county. Largo is also a sister city to Tosayamada, Kochi, Japan. In 2007, Largo had been named a National Arbor Day Tree City seventeen years in a row.
Largo News
News about the City of Largo. Updated from the City of Largo's website.
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105 Central Park Dr., Largo, FL 33779
Largo Cultural Center - 2009 Events
Owned by the City of Largo, the Largo Cultural Center offers over 150 performances in their year round schedule. The Center offers an exciting mix of performances from a variety of artists!
We always try to find time to attend the shows - either for a couple's date or a family event.
Phone: (727)587-6793
Hours: Monday - Friday 10 am - 6 pm; Saturday 10 am - 2 pm
Window service only 1 hour prior to performances, no telephone ticket orders are taken during this time.
Cost: Varies, based on show.
Photograph by Jennifer Akers
George C. McCough Nature Trail
11901 146th Street N, Largo, FL. 33774
It's great to discover all the wonder in this park. I also recommend toured nature walks and environmental programs, which are given year round.
Hours: Park Open Daily, 8 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Center Phone:(727) 518-3047
Visit in Comfort
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Highland Family Aquatic Center
400 Highland Avenue, Largo, FL. 33770
Highland Aquatic Center is like a mini water attraction. On the shallow end, kids can climb the built-in jungle gym with attached water guns to squirt swimmers. Kids can safely climb the gym, with a floor that gently slopes to the shallow area, perfect for little swimmers or for parents to sit down and watch the action.Four twisty slides, of different shapes and lengths, splash swimmers into into the deep end of the pool. The pool is large enough to enjoy swimming, floating, or making laps.
You'll soon learn why this center is highly recommended by Largo residents. With fun, interactive activities around the pool, kids of all ages will find something to love.
214-foot Corkscrew Water Slide (48-in. height restriction enforced)
3-story Speed Slide(48-in. height restriction enforced)
Play area with sprays, water features, and slide
Water basketball and volleyball
Facilities:
Bath houses with restrooms, family changing area
Chairs and loungers, umbrellas and shaded areas.
Splashes Snack Bar
The Highland Center is a little pricier than other area pools for visitors, but its attraction-like atmosphere is less money than the big attractions while providing a great family experience.
Prices:
$5 - Resident w/Largo card, $6 - Non-Resident w/Largo card, $8 - Guest, no card
20 Punch Pass: $80 - Resident w/Largo card, $100 - Non-Resident w/Largo card
Family Discount Prices: (for up to 10 people)
$12 - Resident w/Largo card, $18 - Non-Resident w/ Largo card, $23 - Guest, no card
Hours:
June 9 through August 18
Monday - Saturday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, 1:30 to 3:30 pm, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Sunday 1:30 to 3:30 pm, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Weekends ONLY April 19-June 8 and August 19-October 12
Saturday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, 1:30 to 3:30 pm, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Sunday 1:30 to 3:30 pm, 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Poolside Protection
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Pinellas County Heritage Village
11909 125th Street N., Largo, FL. 33774
Heritage Village, first opened in 1977, is home to more than 28 structures. Heritage Village offers visitors the opportunity to tour buildings, inside structures, and grounds. This 'living musuem' hosts structures from the mid-19th century, and of great historic importance to Pinellas County.Visitors can tour a school, a church, a railroad depot, a sponge warehouse, many homes, and a general store. Visitors will see documents, furniture, groceries, and other 'accessories' typical of the buildings' history.
Among the historic homes, two incredible structures draw visitors: the McMullen-Coachman Log Cabin, the oldest existing structure in Pinellas County, and the must-be-seen Queen Anne-style House of Seven Gables. (pictured here, from Heritage Village).
Heritage Village hosts year round activities and special events. The Village sits within 21 acres of beautiful Pines. Remember to bring your camera and wear comfortable walking shoes.
This isn't just for tourists. Residents frequently visit, as the Village adds to its collection. I've visited with my son's school, and I loved it so much, I planned his cub scout group tour.
It's magical in a way, to see historic houses and their furnishings, the one-room schoolhouse, the log cabin. Far better than only seeing pictures from a history book. I can't imagine anyone visiting and not enjoying these historic buildings.
Heritage Village reminds its visitors of the importance of preserving our history, while providing an educational and fun outing for all.
Phone: (727) 582-2123
Cost: Free Admission! Donations Welcome
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sunday 1 - 4 p.m.
Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Handicap Accessible: The Visitor Center, the Church, the Harris School, and the Gift Shop are handicap accessible. Wheelchairs are availabe on a first come, first served basis.
Places to Go - Things to See
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Arts & Entertainment in 33774
- Florida Botanical Garden (Largo)
- "This is a hidden treasure in the Largo area. If you weren't looking for it, you would drive right by it never knowing it was there. It is quiet and..." more
- Regal Largo Mall 8 (Largo)
- "If you want to hear a high speed car chase scene in the middle of "Mamma Mia!" this is the place to come. The walls between the theaters are so thin you can..." more
- Gulf Coast Museum of Art (Largo)
- "This museum has announced it will be closing early in the new year because of a lack of business the administrators blame on its "remote" location...." more
- Gasoline Alley Cafe (Largo)
- "Like all live music clubs, to save yourself a night of horror, know the band before you bother going. There can be some pretty painful acts on this stage...." more
- Ruth Eckerd Hall (Clearwater)
- "I have gone to concerts here since I was in High school. This is the BEST place Ever to go see a concert. I have been in the front row or far up in the..." more
- Blueberry Patch (Gulfport)
- "I'm so excited the Blueberry Patch has made it to Yelp! I've been coming to this hippie haven since I was a kid, long before Dallas settled at the current..." more
- Whistle Stop Grill & Bar (Safety Harbor)
- "I finally tried the food here after visiting several times for live music and drinking only beer. I was wowed by my calamari salad. Very fresh greens with..." more
- Tri-City 8 AMC Theaters (Clearwater)
- "It's not an awful place to watch a movie, it just smells really bad and it does not have stadium seating...so if you are stuck behind a really tall..." more
- Francis Wilson Playhouse (Clearwater)
- "I saw "Leading Ladies" yesterday at Francis Wilson. This Playhouse consistenly offers the very best performances for your money. For $20 I got to see a 2..." more
- Taste Safety Harbor (Safety Harbor)
- "Taste Safety Harbor is the new incarnation of The Tech Cafe. They have kept all of the things that were great about Tech, but updated the atmosphere..." more
Largo Central Railroad, Inc.
in Largo Central Park
Ride a mini train along 1.2 miles of track within beautiful Largo Central Park. The public is invited. The train runs on the first full weekend of every month, from 10 am to 4 pm. Donations are gratefully accepted, as monies are used to maintain the train.Our family's gone on the train several times. The train runs within scenic Largo Central Park - we saw bunnies hiding in the bushes on one outing. I'd recommend this for a fun and inexpensive activity - watch your calendars for the first full weekend of the month.
Hours: First, full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of every month. 10 am to 4 pm.
Cost: Free, Suggested Donation
The train is run and maintained by Largo Central Railroad, Inc. club members.
Photograph by Jennifer Akers
Largo, Florida Weather
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What to Eat? Where to Go?
Local Restaurant Reviews
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Night Life in 33771
- O' Houstons Irish Pub (Largo)
- "Great local Irish Pub in downtown Largo (did I say downtown...that's kind of funny). Eddie and the gang do it right with a cool patio and what likely are..." more
- Gasoline Alley Cafe (Largo)
- "Like all live music clubs, to save yourself a night of horror, know the band before you bother going. There can be some pretty painful acts on this stage...." more
- The Independent (St Petersburg)
- "So...I went back last night and a Lagunitas beer was $7. That's kinda lame. At least they have outdoor seating where I can bring my dog. Otherwise, that..." more
- Jannus Landing (St. Petersburg)
- "This place is awesome and unique and such a great venue. You really can't have a bad experience here unless it rains or something. No matter where you..." more
- The Moon Under Water (Saint Petersburg)
- "Since moving here in late January, this has become one of my favorite spots to have dinner or stop in Friday or Saturday night for a few drinks. If someone..." more
- Whistle Stop Grill & Bar (Safety Harbor)
- "I finally tried the food here after visiting several times for live music and drinking only beer. I was wowed by my calamari salad. Very fresh greens with..." more
- Eddie's Bar & Grill (Dunedin)
- "average - nothing special - service was less then friendly or efficient by fat nasty waitress with an attitude. Maybe the food would of tasted better if not..." more
- Stone Soup Cafe the (Saint Petersburg)
- "You've got to check this place out. The Stone Soup Cafe has been around for a while but I never visited until I heard they built a PUB! An honest-to-God,..." more
- Lana's Friendly Tavern (Redington Shores)
- "This place is one of my hubby and my favorites in the Redington Beach area. If you are looking for a relaxing beach bar with good greasy bar food, this is..." more
- A Taste For Wine (St Petersburg)
- "After enjoying the nightlife of Ybor City, we left for downtown St Petersburg to enjoy some of the calmer and hipper nightlife it has to offer. We went..." more
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SoyCandleLover-Maker wrote...
Sound like a great plae to live or visit. 5 stars ans Fav. Glad I found you at RG. :D
Posted November 04, 2009
JenniferAkers wrote...
Thank you so much, Mulberry. I appreciate your comments, especially in hearing you're a long ago, area resident. [in reply to mulberry]
Come visit, Largo, Ryan. You'll love it!
Posted June 17, 2009
mulberry wrote...
Enjoyed your lens, good info, and great pictures too. Actually, I lived in the vicinity for a year or so (a long time ago), in Bradenton.
Posted June 17, 2009
by JenniferAkers
A native Floridian and a current Largo resident, I am a freelance writer and copy editor for online and print media. I love social marketing - Squidoo...
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