The Gasparilla Pirate Fest 2011

Gasparilla is no place for politicking,.Gasparilla Parade 2011: Alcohol rules, parking,With thousands of people gathering today for Tampa's biggest event, and with city elections just a month away, revelers might expect an onslaught of "Vote for me!" appeals.
The Gasparilla Pirate Fest is about to invade Tampa!But, do you know how to stay out of trouble? Last year, Tampa Police enacted a Zero Tolerance Policy for Gasparilla which resulted in more than 400 arrests, mostly for open container.