The sound of cannon balls rang out as the Jose Gasparilla pirate ship made its way to the Tampa Convention Center. With hundreds of private boats and yachts joining, it is estimated to be one of ...

Gasparilla Pirate Fest begins with the invasion of the Jose Gasparilla II pirate ship into the bay, accompanied by its own flotilla of supporting pirates. Once they make "land ho," the Parade of ...

The name "Gasparilla" comes from the mythical Florida pirate named José Gaspar who named his ship the "Jose Gasparilla." Gasparilla Pirate Festival is celebrated in downtown Tampa. Attendees can ...