Streetcar rides in Ybor City on Saturday will cost a nickel.

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Have fun on the cheap

Finally, the weekend is here and with it come plenty of activities to keep the family busy. Pay just five-cents to ride the streetcars. Or you can find a host of other events to keep you out of the house.

Streetcar rides in Ybor City on Saturday will cost a nickel.

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