Tampa's Premier Gasparilla Eve Celebration You Cannot Miss
While everyone else is planning their Gasparilla weekend, the smart ones know the real party happens the night before. This isn't just another Gasparilla Eve celebration—this is THE Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion, Tampa's most explosive Latin nightlife experience happening at one of the city's most legendary venues.
If you're searching for the best Gasparilla pre party Tampa 2026 has to offer, your search ends here. This is the event that will have everyone asking "Wait, you WEREN'T there?!" on Saturday morning.
Tampa's most explosive, viral Latin band bringing incredible energy that will have you dancing from the first note. Their high-energy performances pack venues across Tampa Bay, and for this Gasparilla Eve celebration, they're bringing everything.
Non-stop Latin beats keeping the dance floor packed between live sets. From salsa to reggaeton, bachata to merengue—VAYA DJ knows exactly how to keep Tampa's Latin nightlife scene moving until close.
Step inside a century-old bank vault for an exclusive tequila pairing and tasting experience guided by Executive Chef Tisbeth Mejia. This isn't available anywhere else in Tampa—it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience you can only get at this historic West Tampa venue.
1611 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33607 (Historic West Tampa)
This isn't just any West Tampa venue—Catrinas is housed in the historic 1906 Bank of West Tampa building, a stunning architectural gem that's been transformed into Tampa's premier Latin dining and nightlife destination. The original bank vault still stands, now serving as an intimate space for exclusive tequila experiences you won't find anywhere else in the city.
The soaring ceilings, historic details, and vibrant atmosphere create the perfect backdrop for Tampa's most anticipated Gasparilla Eve celebration. When you're looking for authentic Latin nightlife in a venue dripping with Tampa history, there's nowhere else like Catrinas.
9:00 PM - Doors Open: Arrive early to experience the exclusive La Bóveda vault tasting with Executive Chef Tisbeth Mejia before the main event kicks off. Limited spots available for this intimate experience inside the century-old bank vault. Learn more →
The Dance Floor: Get ready for wall-to-wall energy as Ambito Latin Band delivers explosive live performances that will have everyone on their feet. Between sets, VAYA DJ keeps the momentum going with non-stop Latin beats spanning every style—salsa, bachata, merengue, reggaeton, and more.
The Atmosphere: Picture this—a packed venue, the historic architecture creating an electric vibe, everyone dressed to impress for Gasparilla weekend, and the kind of energy that only happens once a year when Tampa's Latin nightlife community comes together for the city's biggest celebration.
This is the pre-Gasparilla party that sets the tone for the entire weekend. While others are still figuring out their Saturday plans, you'll already have the best night of Gasparilla weekend under your belt.
Here's the truth about the best Gasparilla weekend events: they only happen once. This combination—Ambito Latin Band's explosive energy, VAYA DJ's non-stop beats, the exclusive vault experience, and the electric atmosphere of Gasparilla Eve at Tampa's most historic Latin venue—you get ONE shot at this.
You can spend Gasparilla weekend wondering why everyone's talking about "that amazing party on Friday night," or you can be part of the story everyone's telling.
The main Gasparilla Pirate Fest parade is on Saturday, January 31st, 2026. But smart Tampa locals know the real party starts the night before!
The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion happens Friday, January 30th at 9:00 PM at Catrinas Tacos and Tequila Bar. This is Tampa's premier Gasparilla Eve celebration featuring live Ambito Latin Band, VAYA DJ, and an exclusive century-old bank vault tequila tasting you can't experience anywhere else.
For The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion tickets, contact Maloof Entertainment at 813-738-2444 or purchase online at Eventbrite.
This is the best Gasparilla pre-party in Tampa, happening Friday, January 30th at Catrinas in Historic West Tampa. Don't miss Tampa's hottest Gasparilla weekend kickoff event!
Gasparilla Tampa 2026 is Tampa's legendary pirate festival happening January 31st, 2026. It's the city's biggest annual celebration with parades, parties, and pirate invasions.
The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion on Friday, January 30th is the premier kickoff event featuring Tampa's most explosive Latin band Ambito, VAYA DJ, and an exclusive vault tasting experience at the historic 1906 Bank of West Tampa building, now Catrinas Tacos and Tequila Bar.
Get tickets for Tampa's best Gasparilla Eve celebration by calling Maloof Entertainment at 813-738-2444 or visiting our Eventbrite page.
The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion on January 30th at Catrinas is THE event before the main Gasparilla parade, featuring live entertainment and exclusive tequila vault tastings. Limited capacity—secure your spot now!
The Gasparilla Pirate Fest is Tampa's biggest annual celebration—a pirate-themed festival on January 31st, 2026, featuring the Jose Gasparilla pirate ship invasion, parade, and citywide festivities.
Smart locals know the real party starts the night before at The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion on Friday, January 30th at Catrinas in West Tampa, featuring live Ambito Latin Band and an experience you can't get anywhere else in the city.
Gasparilla honors the legendary pirate José Gaspar and has been Tampa's signature celebration for over a century, dating back to 1904. It's one of America's largest pirate festivals and a beloved Tampa tradition.
The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion continues this Tampa tradition with a Latin twist at the historic 1906 Bank of West Tampa building (now Catrinas), combining Tampa's rich history with explosive Latin entertainment on January 30th, 2026. It's where history meets Tampa's vibrant Latin nightlife scene!
The Gasparilla Parade 2026 starts at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 31st in downtown Tampa near the Tampa Convention Center. The Jose Gasparilla pirate ship invasion begins earlier at 11:30 AM.
Smart Tampa locals start their Gasparilla weekend the night before at The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion on Friday, January 30th at 9:00 PM at Catrinas in West Tampa—it's the best way to kick off Gasparilla weekend!
The Gasparilla Dog Parade is a beloved family-friendly Tampa tradition where dogs dress up in creative pirate costumes and parade through Ybor City. It's typically held before the main Gasparilla celebration.
For adults looking for the ultimate Gasparilla weekend experience, The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion on January 30th is Tampa's premier 21+ Gasparilla Eve party featuring live Latin entertainment, exclusive tequila vault tastings, and Tampa's most explosive Latin band.
Looking for the best Gasparilla pub crawl and bar hopping experience in Tampa? Start your Gasparilla weekend at The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion on Friday, January 30th at Catrinas in Historic West Tampa.
This premier Gasparilla Eve celebration is the perfect kickoff for your Tampa bar crawl weekend, featuring live Ambito Latin Band, professional DJ, and exclusive access to a century-old bank vault tequila experience. Located in the heart of West Tampa near the University of Tampa, it's the ultimate pre-party before the Gasparilla parade.
The Gasparilla Parade route 2026 starts near the Tampa Convention Center and travels north through downtown Tampa, passing iconic landmarks near the University of Tampa and along Bayshore Boulevard.
Before you tackle the parade crowds, experience The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion the night before in nearby West Tampa at Catrinas—just minutes from the parade route and a perfect way to start your Gasparilla weekend with Tampa's best Latin entertainment.
The Gasparilla Regatta is part of Tampa's legendary pirate invasion celebration, featuring the Jose Gasparilla pirate ship and hundreds of boats in Tampa Bay. It's a spectacular maritime tradition that kicks off the Gasparilla festivities.
Celebrate Gasparilla weekend in style at The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion on January 30th—Tampa's premier Gasparilla Eve party featuring explosive Latin entertainment and exclusive vault experiences at historic Catrinas in West Tampa.
The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion
Gasparilla Parade & Pirate Invasion
🎯 PRO TIP: Smart Tampa locals know the real Gasparilla party starts Friday night at The Official Pre-Gasparilla Latin Night Invasion. Avoid Saturday's massive crowds and experience Tampa's best Gasparilla celebration with incredible Latin entertainment, exclusive vault experiences, and the energy that only Ambito Latin Band can bring!
Don't wait until it's too late. Contact Maloof Entertainment now for tickets and event information.