Your End-of-Summer Bucket List in St. Pete

There’s still time to soak up the last golden rays of summer in St. Petersburg, and Evo is the perfect home base to do it all. Whether you’ve been busy this season or just want to squeeze in a few more sunshine-filled adventures, we’ve got your easy, breezy bucket list ready to go. No travel required—just local gems and simple pleasures you can enjoy right here before fall rolls in.

1. Hit the Saturday Morning Market

If you haven’t made it to the St. Pete Saturday Morning Market yet, now’s your chance. It’s one of the largest in the Southeast and brings together fresh produce, artisan crafts, local food trucks, and live music. Grab a fresh-squeezed juice, pick up some juicy peaches or late-season berries, and bring home a bouquet of sunflowers. It’s the easiest way to support local and still feel like you’re on vacation.

2. Treat Yourself at Your Favorite Boutique

That boutique you keep walking past downtown? Go in. Try something on. Maybe even splurge a little. Whether it’s a breezy linen dress or handmade jewelry, finding that special end-of-summer piece feels like its own celebration. St. Pete’s small shops are packed with personality, and now’s the time to enjoy them before fall trends take over.

3. Plan a Midweek Beach Picnic

Avoid the weekend crowds and set up your own midweek beach escape. Just a short drive from Evo, St. Pete Beach is still warm and inviting. Pack a blanket, a good book, and snacks from a local deli—or even better, use that fresh fruit haul from the market. Sunset picnics here are simple and stunning, and they cost next to nothing.

4. Pick Fresh Summer Flowers

Flower fields aren’t just a spring thing. Late summer blooms like zinnias, cosmos, and marigolds are in full force at local U-pick farms just outside the city. Spend an hour picking your own bouquet and bring those summer colors back to your Evo apartment. It’s relaxing, photogenic, and makes your home feel like a tropical retreat.

5. Try One New Local Restaurant

With so many buzz-worthy restaurants nearby, it’s easy to have “try that place” on your list for months. Pick one. Make a reservation. Sit outside if you can. Whether it’s a casual taco spot or a trendy seafood bar, your taste buds deserve a little summer celebration too.

6. Do Absolutely Nothing by the Pool

Sometimes the best way to savor summer is by slowing it down. Head to Evo’s pool, bring your favorite drink or smoothie, and let yourself fully unplug. No errands, no emails, no plans—just sun, water, and one last deep breath of August.

You don’t need a plane ticket or a packed itinerary to wrap up the season right. Just a few simple pleasures, a little sunshine, and the unbeatable energy of living at Evo in St. Pete. Summer isn’t over yet—so go make the most of it. 🌞