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Gasparilla pirates invade Tampa Bay tomorrow

Evyn Moon reports

TAMPA, Fla. - Arrgh you ready?

It’s that time of year again when pirates pillage and plunder their way across the city. The annual Gasparilla Pirate Festival has been a Tampa staple since 1904.

Here's everything you need to know, from road closures to parking, to where alcohol is allowed along the parade route.

When is Gasparilla?

Saturday, January 27, 9 a.m.

– 10 p.m. in Downtown Tampa

Gasparilla schedule of events

The Gasparilla Pirate Fest takes place on January 27, 2024, from 9 a.m.

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– 10 p.m. with the parade of pirates from 2:30 – 5:30 p.m.

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. – Gasparilla Invasion Brunch - A Gasparilla brunch is being held at the Tampa Convention Center with limited seating.

(Tickets are available for advanced purchase).
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. – Gasparilla Invasion - The legendary Jose Gasparilla sails into the Tampa Convention Center basin along with a magnificent flotilla of hundr