Where to See Fireworks at Gasparilla Children’s Parade

ByBrie Gorecki

Did you know there’s a whole day of exciting events during Children’s Gasparilla? While the parade is the star of the show, the grand finale, the Piratechnics Finale.

The Piratetechnics (“pirate” plus “pyrotechnics” – get it?) firework finale recreates the imaginary battle between the pirates of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla and the City of Tampa. The annual “battle” began in 1904, with the pirates remaining undefeated until this day!

This colorful finale sets the scene for the energetic Gasparilla Pirate Fest taking place the following week, on January 28. If you’re planning on sticking around for the finale, here are a few tips to make the most of your evening.

Piratechnics Finale Info

How long does it last?

The Piratechnics fireworks show will begin at 7pm and end at 7:30pm.

Where’s the best viewing spot?

Your best bet is to stay put where you watched the parade to get the best view as the fireworks light up the sky.

Brie has been writing for websites and local publications for over 10 years. A USF graduate, she has worked for several major companies in New York, Atlanta and here in Tampa. You can read her articles on Tampa Bay Parenting, Tampa Bay Date Night Guide and Orlando Date Night Guide. She’s a Disney fanatic, an animal lover, and is a huge foodie who loves trying all the amazing restaurants around Tampa Bay. She’s a proud mom to a sweet little Star Wars and Godzilla-loving boy, and to her “fur-babies,” a rescue dog and cat from Humane Society of Tampa Bay. She loves spending time with her family, whether it’s a date night out with her husband or a day filled with roller coaster rides at a theme park.

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