The Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts is dedicated to producing an annual, premier juried outdoor art festival fo ... r the enjoyment and education of our patrons, artists and guests and the enhancement of the Tampa Bay area’s cultural arts. February 29 and March 1, 2020 Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park Held annually during the first weekend in March in beautiful Downtown Tampa, Florida, the Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts is one of the country’s premier outdoor shows. Featured art includes ceramic, digital, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, watercolor and wood. The history is rich. The traditions are timeless. And the Festival has come into the new century as a vital cultural asset poised for a bright future. read more