In and around St. Pete: Mainsail Art Festival, Sugar Sand fest and more

🎨 Mainsail Art Festival: More than 250 painters, ceramicists, sculptors, jewelry makers and more will have their art on display — and up for sale — at this annual celebration of fine arts.

• Saturday and Sunday at Vinoy Park. Free, with food and drink available for purchase.

🏖️ Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival: Clearwater's giant sand sculpture competition is back with live music, tons of food and craft vendors, and, of course, amazing sculptures tied to this year's theme, "United in Sand: Celebrating Sports & Spirit."

• Friday-April 12 on Clearwater Beach. Tickets are $16, with kids 5 and under free.

🎭 "Into the Woods" in the park: It's opening weekend for American Stage's annual outdoor show, this time featuring Stephen Sondheim's musical comedy classic.

• The 40-year tradition almost didn't go on due to rising costs and dwindling attendance, but fundraising saved the day.
• Tickets start at $43, with several options for premium seating. Performances run through April 26.

🌷 Orchid Festival: Shop thousands of orchids, stock up on supplies, and catch lectures on propagation, repotting and more.

• Saturday at Sunken Gardens. Free with gardens admission ($18 for adults, $15 for seniors and $8 for children 2-12).