Tampa, Florida is gearing up for the 2027 Gasparilla Pirate Fest, with tickets now on sale for the annual celebration. The festivities kick off on Saturday, January 23, 2027, with the Ashley Children’s Gasparilla, presented by Chick-fil-A Tampa Bay. This family-focused day features a full lineup of events, including the Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Rodeo, the Preschoolers’ Stroll presented by Primrose Schools, and the Gasparilla Air Invasion.

Event Details

The night wraps up with the Children’s Gasparilla “Piratechnic” Finale, a fireworks show over the Tampa waterfront. The adult-focused celebration follows one week later, on Saturday, January 30, 2027. The day begins with the Gasparilla Invasion Brunch at the Tampa Convention Center, where guests can watch the fully-rigged Jose Gasparilla II ship and its massive flotilla dock tableside.

Following the invasion, the Gasparilla Parade of Pirates takes over Bayshore Boulevard. This year’s parade will feature more than 120 units, including marching bands, elaborate floats, and the pirates of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla. To accommodate growing crowds, organizers have added a second Scully Hospitality location for both parade weekends, expanding the available premium viewing and dining areas along the route.

Tickets and Pricing

Ticket prices for the 2027 events have not increased from last year, and advertised prices include all standard fees. Early-bird pricing is currently available but will expire on Wednesday, December 31, 2026. The ticket options and starting prices include: reserved bleacher seating, First-Mate tickets, and the Scully Hospitality Experience, which includes a buffet lunch and family entertainment.

Attendees can view interactive seating maps and choose their exact seats online at GasparillaTreasures.com. Tickets and official merchandise can also be ordered by calling the Gasparilla Ticket Line at (813) 251-8844, Monday through Friday between 9 AM and 5 PM.

Original reporting: Tampa Free Press — read the source article.