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Join us for the 2026 Buccaneers Draft Party presented by Miller Lite as the Krewe takes over Central Avenue in Downtown St. Petersburg!  Experience the excitement of the NFL Draft with a massive street festival and block party. Be there as we go on the clock at No. 15 and bring the next Buccaneer to Tampa Bay.

EVENT INFORMATION

Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Location: Central Ave, Downtown St. Pete (Between 1st St & 3rd St)

Programming Begins: 7:00 p.m.

2026 NFL Draft Starts: 8:00 p.m.

FREE ADMISSION

RSVP: Required for event details (No tickets required)

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THE BLOCK PARTY EXPERIENCE

Live & Loud:

The Picks. Watch every selection live on a giant screen on Central Ave. — plus, the Krewe gets to witness our first-round Draft Pick immortalized in real time as Florida Cancer Specialists sponsors a live chalk artist creating a 360° display throughout the night.

Appearances. Players, Legends, Bucs Cheer, and Captain Fear make appearances throughout the evening.

A Night at Lee Roy's. Turning Good Night John Boy Creamsicle for one night only.  Featuring Legend Guest Bartenders, 70s music and The Swashbuclers.

The Gear. A pop-up Team Store will feature exclusive Draft merch. Metabilia will also have game-worn/signed memorabilia available.

Play & Win:

Picks & Pints Bar Crawl. Grab a passport from a Buccaneers staff member at any entrance (or the souvenir cup redemption tent). Visit participating bars, collect 4 stamps from Bucs staff — no purchase necessary — then redeem your completed passport for a Miller Lite Souvenir Cup at the redemption tent.

The Beer Combine. Head to the area in front of Trailer Daddy and sign up on-site to compete in Beer Pong, Flip Cup, Quarters, and Cornhole. Winners take home Preseason tickets (while supplies last).

The Action. Test your arm at the Miller Lite QB Toss, knock 'em down at Keg Bowling, and customize your own koozie — all at the Miller Lite activation. Swing by for their prize wheel too, with a chance to win t-shirts, sunglasses, bottle openers, and hats.

Inflatable Archery & Yard Games. Good Greek Moving & Storage brings inflatable archery, giant Connect 4, and cornhole — plus superhero cape giveaways.

Hold the Plate. Think you've got what it takes? Planet Fitness is hosting a plate-loaded holding contest — hold a 45lb (men) or 25lb (women) plate the longest and win a one-year Black Card membership. Stop by for fitness towels and Black Card amenity voucher giveaways too.

Prize Wheels & More. Spin the wheel at Florida Blue for towels, sunglasses, pens, poms, and posters. Miller Lite has a second wheel loaded with gear as well.

Free Stuff & Experiences:

Become a Player Card. Head to the AdventHealth tent to create your very own custom trading card — choose your props and background and walk away as the newest addition to the roster.

Verizon Lounge. Kick back in comfort in the Verizon Lounge with seating right by the big video screen. Snap a photo at the "The Pick Is In" photo op, rep your team colors, and — if you're a Verizon member — pick up a special gift on-site.

Custom Temporary Tattoos. Pick up a co-branded tattoo from The James Museum and learn about what's happening at the museum.

Dunkin' Vintage Van. Step inside Dunkin's vintage van for a polaroid moment, sample iced coffees and refreshers, and grab a $5 Dunkin' gift card while supplies last.

Your Cartoon Close-Up. Stop by the Coke tent to try the brand-new Coca-Cola Cherry Float flavor and let a Draw-Me Bot turn you into a cartoon in seconds.

More Giveaways. Collect merch from 98 Rock, a visor from Ambetter, a sweat towel, koozie, resistance band, or dog hydration bowl from Fit2Run, a bucket hat from Visit St. Pete/Clearwater when you vote for the "Best of" Pinellas County, a free visit voucher and swag from The Joint Chiropractic, and a t-shirt from Hard Rock Bet — all while supplies last.

Eats & Drinks:

The Bar Crawl. Exclusive specials at 11 participating bars (21+), plus the return of "Lee Roy's" celebrating our Creamsicle legacy at Good Night John Boy.

Sidewalk Features. Outdoor bars out on the sidewalks all night long.

Food Trucks. Local eats from Colony Grill (pizza), Funnel Vision, and Gigglewaters to fuel the night.

KREWE MEMBER EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS

Complimentary popcorn: Unlimited refills

Pop Up Team Store Discount: Member discount will be applied to purchases