Peppers Lock and Key

They say that laughter is the best medicine. If that idea is true, then the doctors are definitely in to keep you healthy with a sizable dose of sidesplitting laughter. See some of the country's top comedians take the stage at St. Petersburg's Coconuts Comedy Club. Some of these hysterically funny modern day court jesters have been the guests of Jay Leno and David Letterman as well as fixtures on HBO and Showtime specials.

Who says racing isn't a sport? Get your engine started and experience the adrenaline rush of European-style kart racing at Tampa Bay Grand Prix Indoor Karting. You'll love steering your Italian electric OTL Pro-Kart through the challenging ¼ mile track. No matter what your skill level is, the track's layout assures your safety as it features the safest barrier system available. Your performance is clocked by a state-of-the-art timing system, so you can relish the thrill of competing against fellow racers.

The kids will love seeing the aquatic life and learning about their rehabilitation when you visit the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. This unassuming facility serves as both a rehabilitation facility for animals as well as an educational facility where visitors can learn more about ecology and role which wildlife plays in it through fascinating exhibits and attractions. The kids will be excited to see such creatures as sea turtles, sharks, otters, dolphins and sting rays.

Pirates of every shape, size and color descend on St. Petersburg's Vinoy Park every November for the Florida Pirate Festival. This event showcases various forms of interactive theater that celebrate the legendary Caribbean pirate tradition. The park becomes overrun with all things pirate, but also manages to include music, rides, comedy, cannons, storytelling, artisan crafts, nighttime fire shows and great food as well as a plethora of pirates!