Kick off the Holidays and the Gasparilla Season with Gasparilla Cars In The Park in December 6

Gasparilla Cars in the Park is a family friendly show cars, with hundreds of cars, live entertainment, food, beer & wine, hands on demonstrations, and more.

Join Gasparilla Concours d'Elegance for a memorable day at Cars-In-The-Park, where attendees will enjoy an impressive array of vehicles, featuring an outstanding display of cars, trucks, and motorcycles.

This year's Gasparilla Cars In The Park takes place on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Carrollwood Village Park, 4680 West Village Drive, Tampa with around 6,000 attendees expected to view the 300 plus vehicles on display.

The family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, a variety of food trucks, and drinks, including beer and wine. Plus, new this year, organizers have adding a Car Corral, where car and motorcycle owners can showcase their vehicles for sale.

Presented by Gasparilla Concours d’Elegance, Hillsborough County, and Carrollwood Park Conservancy, this free-to-attend event is an experience you won’t want to miss!

Some of the most striking cars in Tampa Bay are preparing to take the field on December 6. Every vehicle brings its own story, from early antiques to modern performance machines.

As the day begins, a sense of pride and unity fills Carrollwood Village Park when the National Anthem rings out, followed by a distinguished Color Guard presentation that opens the celebration in true Gasparilla spirit. Soon, the soulful sounds of live saxophone music drift through the park — a blend of smooth jazz and holiday cheer, setting the perfect backdrop for rows of gleaming collector cars.

Throughout the park, automotive history shines — from turn-of-the-century antiques to vintage motorcycles and stunning modern exotics. Car clubs roll in with style, enjoying reserved spaces, festive tents, complimentary lunches, and a cheerful visit from Santa bringing gifts for participants.

It’s more than a car show — it’s a joyful holiday experience for the entire family. Enjoy local food vendors, shaded seating, a playground for kids, giveaways, and endless opportunities for unforgettable photos.

For more information: https://gasparillaconcours.com

Tampa's Gasparilla festivities occur November/December through April every year, since 1904, celebrating the legend of the invasion of the city by the fictional (or not!) pirate Jose Gaspar.

The mayor of Tampa relinquishes the keys to the city, and the city is invaded by a pirate ship filled with hundreds of the cities finest business people and founding families of Tampa, all in the name of fun and charity. The event draws hundreds of thousands of spectators annually.

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