2026 Ashley Children's Gasparilla, presented by Chick-fil-A

About the event

The Children's Gasparilla Parade has been a part of Tampa's Gasparilla celebration since 1947. This family-friendly parade takes place along Bayshore Boulevard from Bay to Bay Boulevard, moving north to Edison Avenue. The Children's Gasparilla Parade traditionally hosts more than 100 entry units, including krewes, marching bands, dance groups, school performance teams, and community organizations. Parade applications are open to the public! The Children's Gasparilla Parade will be broadcast live on FOX 13 and streamed live on .

Dates

Jan 24, 2026 · 12:00 PM - Jan 24, 2026 · 8:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Florida, United States

Bayshore Blvd., Tampa, Florida 33629, 33606, United States

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Parking instructions

Parking Parking is available in various garages and lots throughout downtown Tampa. These city-run garages have a special event parking rate paid upon entry. Many local organizations and companies also offer parking on their properties. Please check with local businesses to purchase a parking pass for their private lots in advance. Please Note: Parking in the neighborhoods bordering the parade route is not permitted, and the Tampa Police Department will strictly enforce the event parking policies. When parking in these areas, you do so at your own risk. Communities strictly enforce towing along the parade route, and the event is not responsible for vehicles towed. Trolley Complimentary trolley service is available on the day of Children’s Gasparilla, picking up at Platt and Bayshore Boulevard (near Publix) and dropping off at Bay to Bay and Bayshore Boulevards. The trolley will loop continuously throughout the day before and after the parade, from 11:30 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.

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Commercial Entity Parade Application

Deadline: Oct 15, 2025

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This application is for all commercial organizations, business or sell good or services in this market (regardless of tax status). If you are a Krewe, dance studio, charity, school, etc. this application is not for you. Please see additional application options or reach out to McKenzie at mckenzie@eventfest.com for further guidance.

Please note parade committee earns the right to evaluate entry category.

Krewe, Dance Studio or Charity Parade Application

Deadline: Oct 15, 2025

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This application is for Krewes, dance/performance studios, scout troops, charities. If you are a commercial organization, business, sell good or services in this market (regardless of tax status) or school performance, this application is not for you. Please see additional application options or reach out to McKenzie at mckenzie@eventfest.com for further guidance.

Please note parade committee earns the right to evaluate entry category.

School Performance & Complimentary Parade Application

Deadline: Oct 15, 2025

Apply now

This application is for all school participants; band, cheerleaders, dance groups, school sports teams, etc. If you are a Krewe, dance studio, charity, commercial organization, business, sell good or services in this market (regardless of tax status), etc. this application is not for you. Please see additional application options or reach out to McKenzie at mckenzie@eventfest.com for further guidence.

Please note parade committee earns the right to evaluate entry category.

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Tampa, Florida, United States