Gasparilla 2025: Your guide to Tampa's Pirate Fest
Ahoy, Gasparilla season! Tampa's Mardi Gras-like festival is taking over downtown on Saturday. Why it matters: It's one of Tampa Bay's cultural touchstones — and even if you're not trying to get drunk with a bunch of bead-throwing Tampeños in ruffly shirts,
The Legends and History of Gasparilla, One of Tampa’s Most Treasured Traditions
Gasparilla is one of Tampa's most iconic events. As it ventures into it's 104th year, we dive into the history behind the parade.
Guide to the 2025 Gasparilla Parade of Pirates in Tampa
Pirates invading Tampa on Saturday will find a rowdy sea of people ready to snatch their booty. Navigating those waves of partiers can be tricky. Back in 1904, Tampa city leaders envisioned a signature event to lure visitors,
Gasparilla pirates arrive to warn Tampa of invasion
The determined Captain and pirates from Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla are infiltrating Tampa already, with their eyes set on Mayor Jane Castor and City Hall.
Making Waves in Tampa Bay: Bitcoin Bay Foundation Joins the Gasparilla Parade of Pirates
As Bitcoin Bay's Pirate float sails down the Gasparilla Parade route, it’s more than a celebration—it’s a statement. We are here to build, educate, and empower. This float represents a year of hard work, resilience, and community spirit, and it marks the beginning of our next chapter.
9 places to eat and drink along the Gasparilla parade route in Tampa
Tampa’s annual pirate invasion Gasparilla takes place Saturday, Jan. 25, this year. And if you’re heading toward the Tampa waterfront to participate in the revelry, odds are you’ll be looking for a bite to eat — or something to sip — while you’re out.
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Tampa Krewe of Europa brings international flavor to Gasparilla
Tampa’s Krewe Of Europa goes to festivals around the world. They’ve spent recent years talking up Tampa to other members of ...
Here’s a look at some of the floats you’ll see during the Gasparilla Parade
On Wednesday, several krewe members were inside the float warehouse in Tampa to make some final preparations ahead of Saturday.
See photos of the Gasparilla Children’s Parade in Tampa
The Children’s Gasparilla Parade brought wholesome pirate revelry to Tampa on Saturday, a family-friendly counterpart to the ...
When does Gasparilla 2025 start? See info dates, parking and increased security presence
Starting next week, you can party like pirate in Florida! Here's a guide to Tampa's Gasparilla Pirate Festival and ...
Still in need of pirate beads? Check out this Gem of Tampa Bay
Buccaneer Beads has been around for almost 20 years and has a variety of parade beads and Gasparilla-themed accessories and clothing.
Top things to do this week in Tampa Bay: Taco Fest, Gasparilla
Back for its fourth year, the tasty festival and fierce culinary competition brings endless tacos. Cheer on more than 20 ...
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How to Watch the Gasparilla Flotilla Invasion
Though you will most likely need to be a hotel guest to view the invasion from hotel areas, some may allow public viewing (be ...
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USF students share concerns about attending Gasparilla
Some students said they will not attend this year’s Gasparilla celebrations due to safety concerns. SPECIAL TO THE ...