With less than one month until the highly anticipated Gasparilla Pirate Fest, Tampa is preparing for one of America’s largest and most electrifying parades. The festivities kick off on Saturday, January 25, 2025, with events spanning the city, transforming Tampa into a pirate’s playground.
Children’s Gasparilla: Fun for the Entire Family
The family-friendly Children’s Gasparilla takes centre stage on January 18. Highlights include a bike rodeo, a colourful children’s parade, an air invasion, and a dazzling fireworks display. Check out all event details here.
The Legendary Gasparilla Invasion
Gasparilla Invasion Brunch
- Time: 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin Street, Tampa
- Details: Indulge in a special brunch with stunning waterfront views of the approaching pirate fleet. Guests with tickets enjoy prime viewing for the invasion alongside delicious food and beverage options.
The Pirate Invasion
- Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Route: The majestic Jose Gasparilla II will journey from the south end of Hillsborough Bay, traversing the Seddon Channel before docking at the Tampa Convention Center.
- Viewing Locations: Prime spots include downtown hotels, Davis Island, and Harbour Island, offering spectacular vantage points of the action.
Gasparilla Parade of Pirates: The Main Event
Tampa’s streets come alive during the Gasparilla Parade of Pirates, where Ye Mystic Krewe’s vibrant floats and lively bands create an unmissable spectacle.
- Time: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Parade Route: Beginning at Bay to Bay Boulevard, the parade winds along Bayshore Boulevard, turning east on Brorein Street, and concludes at Ashley Drive and Cass Street.
- Viewing Options: Line the streets for a free experience, or opt for premium reserved seating, including bleacher and First Mate options. Secure your tickets online at GasparillaTreasures.com.
Live Music and Entertainment at Pirate Fest
Presented by Bud Light and 101 N. Meridian Apartment Homes, Gasparilla Pirate Fest brings an entire day of live music and entertainment.
- Event Locations: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and MacDill Park.
- Music Schedule: From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., enjoy performances by local artists, with a full lineup to be announced.
Gasparilla Pirate Fest is set to deliver an unforgettable day of revelry, live entertainment, and swashbuckling fun for locals and visitors alike. Full details and tickets are available online.
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