Gasparilla Pirate Festival

The 2026 Seminole Hard Rock Gasparilla Pirate Fest is scheduled in Tampa from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 31, 2026. It features the 107th Gasparilla Invasion and Parade of the Pirates presented by Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla.

The Gasparilla Pirate Festival is Tampa’s signature annual event, transforming the city into a full-scale pirate invasion each January. Featuring a massive parade of pirate ships along Hillsborough Bay, live music, themed parties, and family-friendly activities, Gasparilla attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors from across Florida and beyond. The festival blends history, humor, and waterfront fun, making it one of the most iconic events in the Sunshine State.