Top events this week: Gulfport Gecko Fest, Snorkeling and Florida’s Largest Home Show

Gulfport Gecko Fest: It’s time for the 24th annual “Live from Gulfport, It’s Gecko Night”-themed street festival. The event is pet-friendly, and costumes are encouraged. No cover. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday (Aug. 31). Gulfport Casino, 5500 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport. 727-893-1070.

Florida’s Largest Home Show: The show features an array of exhibits from home improvement experts, showcasing the latest in home design, renovation and landscaping. There will also be interactive demonstrations, expert consultations and special promotions. $10-$16. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday. Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 N., Tampa. 813-621-7821.

Jane’s Addiction: The rock band whose career began in the late 1980s with debut album “Nothing’s Shocking,” with songs like “Jane Says,” performs. Love and Rockets also performs. $39.50-$149.50. 7 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 29). MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4801 U.S. 301 N., Tampa. 813-740-2446.

RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars: Enter the “Werk Room” and get ready to be captivated by the return of fan favorites Angeria, Jorgeous, Plastique Tiara, Roxxxy Andrews, Shannel and Vanessa Vanjie in this show within a show. $38.25-$203.25. 8 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 29). Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

The Psychedelic Furs: The band whose four-decade-plus career includes the songs “Love My Way” and “Pretty in Pink” performs with special guest Black Lips. This is a Ruth Eckerd On the Road show. $44.50-$50. 8 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 1). Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 727-791-7400.

Meghan Trainor: The Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose most recent album, “Timeless,” includes songs like “Been Like This” and “I Wanna Thank Me” performs. 21 and older only. $150-$250. 8 p.m. Monday (Sept. 2). Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 5223 Orient Road, Tampa. 813-627-7625.

Incubus: The multiplatinum Los Angeles band performs. $25.75-$165.75. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday (Sept. 3). Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-6500.

Imagine Dragons: Following the release of “Loom,” the band’s sixth full-length album, the Loom World Tour comes to Tampa, with singer-songwriter Myles Smith opening. $121 and up. 7 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 1). MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4802 U.S. 301 N., Tampa.

Civil Rights Trolley Tour: The St. Petersburg Museum of History and Star Trolley combine for this two-hour tour with topics including South Mole Beach, Spa Pool, lunch counter sit-ins and an act of civil disobedience at City Hall. $45, $35 members. 9-11 a.m. Saturday (Aug. 31). St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 Second Ave. NE. 727-894-1052.

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Dunedin Blue Jays: It’s Fan Appreciation Night when the Blue Jays take on the Lakeland Tigers. The Blue Jays recognize their fans with an in-park carnival and postgame fireworks. $7.25. 6:30 p.m. Saturday (Aug. 31). TD Ballpark, 373 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. 727-733-9302.

Imposters of Rock: Features classic rock cover bands including Miles Schon’s Journey Experience with Rudy Cardenas, Slippery When Wet and Pitbull Toddler. $28.75-$58.75. 7:30 p.m. Saturday (Aug. 31). Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

Sing-along Grease: Kicking off its September sing-along series, the historic Tampa Theatre presents the 1978 movie classic “Grease,” starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John, and invites the audience to join in on vocals. $14.50. 3 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 1). Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St. 813-274-8286.

Kurtis Conner: The podcaster and global YouTube sensation The Goodfellow World Tour to Tampa. $53-$83. 7 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 29). Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St. 813-274-8286.

Subtronics: With a love for “sub”woofers and elec”tronics,” Subtronics brings his mixes to Tampa for a poolside party. $30 and up. 11 a.m. Sunday (Sept. 1). Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 5223 Orient Road, Tampa. 813-627-7625.

Ben Katzman: The musician and “Survivor” Season 46 finalist has a new album, “Tears on the Beach,” based around his experience in Fiji on the CBS show. Spoiled Rat, Sure Thing and We’re Sweet Girls also play. This performance is in celebration of the venue’s 12th anniversary. No cover. 9 p.m. Friday (Aug. 30). The Bends, 919 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 727-202-8931.

Superheroes Day: Put on a cape and a medal to turn into your favorite superhero and test your skills with challenging activities. Super Morris the Explorasaurus will join in the fun. $12, $15 ages 1-17, 11 months and younger free. 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday (Aug. 30). Great Explorations Children’s Museum, 1925 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg. 727-821-8992.

Sandbar Snorkeling Excursion: Board the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center’s eco-vessel at Gate 23 on the St. Pete Pier for a journey to shallow areas of Tampa Bay where you’ll don a mask and snorkel and search for spider crabs, sea stars, mangrove snappers and grouper. Age 5 and older only. $34, $26 children. 10 a.m. Saturday (Aug. 31)-Monday (Sept. 2). St. Pete Pier, 600 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. 727-867-8166