Gasparilla Pirate Festival, an annual event in Tampa, Florida, celebrating the legend of Jose Gaspar! Each February, the streets of Tampa fill with scallywags and buccaneers dressed in period garb, ready to join the Pirate Parade, led by the mythical pirate Jose Gasparilla. The Parade is just the beginning of a daylong celebration that features live music, arts and crafts, food, and fun for the whole family. Come join in on the pirate mayhem and see why Gasparilla is one of Tampa's most popular annual events. The Gasparilla Pirate Festival is sure to be an unforgettable experience for everyone!