I love Gasparilla! Such a fantastic show with amazing organizers and a perfect venue!
Bonus: I got an award and got to spend a few days with my mom in Sebring.
(I’m not sure if this little girl is as happy as I am. I think maybe she’s had to pose for one too many photos) 😀
Event Summary
Recognized as one of the top-rated outdoor fine art festivals in the country, the Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts celebrates its 48th annual festival on March 3-4, 2018, in beautiful downtown Tampa. Since 1979, the Festival has been presented by Gasparilla Festival of the Arts, Inc. – a non-profit, entirely volunteer-run organization. Each year, over 235 artists exhibit their work for art enthusiasts and vie for the $15,000 Raymond James Best of Show Award as well as an additional $59,500 in award money.