When is Gasparilla 2025? What to know before heading to Tampa to party like a pirate this weekend
Arr! Gasparilla in Tampa is Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. Attendees can witness the "pirate invasion" as Jose Gasparilla ship sets sail at Hillsborough Bay
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.
Your Gasparilla pirate parade questions, answered
Maybe it’s your first time heading out to Gasparilla, and you’re curious about the lore. Or perhaps you need a refresher after drinking too much grog last year. Ahead of the main parade and invasion on Jan.
Jose Gasparilla Pirate Ship set to invade Tampa on Saturday
The Jose Gasparilla Pirate Ship, surrounded by as many as 1,000 private vessels, sails into Tampa to invade the city on Saturday.
Pirates demand key to the City of Tampa
FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers reports on cannons being fired in downtown Tampa as pirates met with Mayor Castor to "discuss" the advantages of her handing over the keys to the city ahead of this year’s annual Gasparilla 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 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,
Gasparilla pirates arrive in Tampa to warn 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.
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 ...
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Krewe of Europa brings Gasparilla to the world
TAMPA, Fla. — The Krewe of Europa is bringing the “krewe experience” to the world and in this year’s Gasparilla, some parts ...
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News to Know for January 24
Good morning from the ABC Action News team. Arrgh you ready for tomorrow? Cold weather isn't stopping Gasparilla, which kicks off this Saturday in Tampa. The tradition dates back to 1904, when a ...
Gasparilla arrives and local businesses are ready
Gasparilla brings an invasion of pirates and a big boost to the local economy in a typically down month in business.
Children’s Gasparilla rolls out family version of Tampa’s raucous parade this weekend
The Children’s Gasparilla Parade brings family-friendly pirate revelry to Tampa on Saturday, Jan. 18, a G-rated counterpart ...