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Gasparilla history
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The Legends and History of Gasparilla, One of Tampa’s Most Treasured Traditions

Shiver me timbers! It’s that time of year again when pirates take over Tampa Bay. Gasparilla, the long-standing Tampa tradition, is celebrating its 107th year at the end of the month. For many, this means getting decked out in their favorite pirate gear and watching the Gasparilla parades along Bayshore. The Parade of Pirates, the…

Gasparilla beads at South Tampa Trading Co
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Ahoy, Matey! The best places in Tampa to buy Gasparilla outfits and beads

We’re sharing some of our team’s favorite spots to shop for the Children’s Gasparilla and Pirate Fest!

Top Picks for the Best Gasparilla Brunches This Year
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Top Picks for the Best Gasparilla Brunches This Year

Argh you ready? Gasparilla is upon us and before you party like a pirate, we’ve got our picks of brunch spots to enjoy before the parade.

Gasparilla goodies
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Gasparilla Party Snack Ideas for Pirates of All Ages

From your Gasparilla galley straight to your little pirate’s lunch box, here are some fun ways to “piratize” lunches and party snacks. 

Trey Korhn
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Krewe Life: Trey Kohrn of YMKG

For Trey Korhn, Gasparilla is a way of life. Here he shares some treasured memories he’s made as a member of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla.

Gasparilla Beads
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Put those Gasparilla beads to use: Our favorite DIY crafts

The annual Children’s Gasparilla Extravaganza and Gasparilla Pirate Fest are spectacular events that leave you with buckets full BEADS if you are a lucky!!! We scoured Pinterest to find some amazing DIY craft projects to finally put all of those Gasparilla beads to use! All you need is a glue gun or glue, an imagination…

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