Things To Do in Gulfport, Florida
Ranked #4,237 in Travel & Places, #127,988 overall
Discover Gulfport, a Small Town City With Wide Appeal
I love visiting Gulfport, a small beach town close to St. Petersburg, Florida. The city hosts community events, like bi-monthly art shows (with their local artists), Springfest, 4th of July celebrations, Gecko Fest, a Christmas celebration with lighted yacht parade, and more.
It's a liberal town that embraces all its diversified residents. Gulfport is home to a huge art community, Stetson University, families, and singles. Everyone is welcomed.
Enjoy this mini-tour until you travel to Gulfport yourself.
Are You A Gulfport Resident or Visitor?
Loading poll. Please Wait...
Palms Line the Streets on Gulfport's Main Street
A Video Tour of the City of Gulfport
Check out the city of Gulfport in this video tour.
What To Do In Gulfport - Activities, News, and Events
- Betty M. Nelson-Carpenter
- ... NY ; Joseph M. (Suzanne) Nelson of Rockford , TN ; step-daughters and son-in-law : Jane Carpenter of Gulfport , Florida ; Susan (Carl) Mangone of Golden , CO ; step-son and wife : Thomas E. Carpenter and Miriam Naples of Lewis Center , Ohio.
- INTERVEST BANCSHARES CORPORATION Reports 2011 Fourth Quarter Earnings of $2.7 ...
- ... National Bank (INB), a nationally chartered commercial bank that has its headquarters and full-service banking office at One Rockefeller Plaza, in New York City, and a total of six full-service banking offices in Clearwater and Gulfport, Florida.
- This Year...Make Valentine's Day Dog Treats for Animal Shelters
- Repeat with the other three parts of the dough, or freeze the remaining dough to bake later. Store the cooled biscuits in a covered container in the refrigerator until you can deliver them. Saturday , February 25th , 2012 Gulfport , Florida will be ...
- National Pet Day - April 11th {Pet Day USA}
- Buying or consuming nothing close to the items mentioned above will make you feel more happy, more beautiful or more whole, than saving a life. Saturday , February 25th , 2012 Gulfport , Florida will be taken over ! Read More.
Gulfport News from Dallas' Star Times
Get the Scoop from a Local Resident
Dallas' Star Times - News and Notes from Gulfport
Do you want the latest news from a Gulport resident? Twelve-year old entrepreneur Dallas is the founder, publisher, writer, and advertising manager of Dallas Star Times. He writes about local happenings and sells advertising to local businesses. The newspaper is his brainchild, and the whole family supports him by helping with web layout and contributing a story or two.
I applaud this rising star, as Dallas is a very focused, young man. Check out his paper for Gulfport news and events. If you're a local business, you may want to contact Dallas about advertising in his paper.
Gulfport Hosts Many Year 'Round Events
You'll love these videos about Gulfport's many, year 'round (and typically free) events.
Weather in Gulfport FL
Plan Ahead for Gulfport's Outdoor Activities
Invalid License Key.
Get The Locals' Advice On Places To Go In Gulfport
Hear from people who have been there, done that.
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Active Life in 33707
- St Petersburg Beach (St Petersburg)
- "I went to both Clearwater and St Pete/Pass-A-Grille beaches while in Florida and found both to be quite similar. The beaches are wide though if you're going..." more
- Yoga Energy Studio (St Petersburg)
- "Donation-based yoga classes! I went to the Hot Core class on Sat morning, I was ready to do some slow stretching, relax, and just melt on my mat. Boy,..." more
- Sunshine Skyway Fishing Piers - North (St Petersburg)
- "Places like this are truly unique to the Florida lifestyle. It is a great spot to take someone who has never been fishing or even an out of town guest to..." more
- CrossFit St Pete (St Petersburg)
- "i stepped into crossfit st pete 1 year ago looking to aid my running with some strength training. crossfit had been suggested to me by some friends and i..." more
- Vinoy Park (St Petersburg)
- "Vinoy Park is located in downtown St. Petersburg, FL, next to historic Vinoy hotel. The park is part of a two mile stretch of scenic waterfront in St...." more
powered by Yelp
"Sunsational" Evening on Gulfport's Pier
We Love Gulfport's Fourth of July Celebration
All-day Celebration
Our family always goes to Gulfport's 4th of July celebration. An all day event, it starts with a fishing tournament and sand sculpture competition in the early morning. A children's pagent, for boys and girls up to age 12, is held in the casino. Some events require pre-registration.
Daytime events include face painting, with lots of vendors displaying handmade art, food, beads, holiday beads or hats, and much more.
Gulfport's Parade
Around 6 p.m., everyone lines the main street to watch the parade. Floats have included the mayor of Gulfport, the Gabber (the oldest family-run local paper), exotic cats, hot rods and motorcycles, dancers, school bands, scout troops, retired military, and more from local businesses.
Artsy and quirky are clearly part of Gulfport's charm, as evidenced by floats for healthy living, recycling, belly-dancing, unicyclists, Red-Hat society, and dog club. A family-friendly parade, the band plays and introduces each float.
Spectators' claps and waves are rewarded with beads and candy (and sometimes, business cards, fresh fruit, and water bottles too!)
The Fireworks
Fireworks start at 9 p.m., from a barge close to the Pier. In recent years, the Pier's been closed in preparation of the fireworks. Grab your foldable chairs and stake a piece of paradise to watch the fireworks.
We usually claim a small sidewalk close to the beach and watch the fireworks right over our heads. Spectacular!
Most of the day's events are free. With so much to do and see, everyone has a great time. Gulfport certainly beats the bigger city 4th of July celebrations with fun for everyone.
Our family always goes to Gulfport's 4th of July celebration. An all day event, it starts with a fishing tournament and sand sculpture competition in the early morning. A children's pagent, for boys and girls up to age 12, is held in the casino. Some events require pre-registration.
Daytime events include face painting, with lots of vendors displaying handmade art, food, beads, holiday beads or hats, and much more.
Gulfport's Parade
Around 6 p.m., everyone lines the main street to watch the parade. Floats have included the mayor of Gulfport, the Gabber (the oldest family-run local paper), exotic cats, hot rods and motorcycles, dancers, school bands, scout troops, retired military, and more from local businesses.
Artsy and quirky are clearly part of Gulfport's charm, as evidenced by floats for healthy living, recycling, belly-dancing, unicyclists, Red-Hat society, and dog club. A family-friendly parade, the band plays and introduces each float.
Spectators' claps and waves are rewarded with beads and candy (and sometimes, business cards, fresh fruit, and water bottles too!)
The Fireworks
Fireworks start at 9 p.m., from a barge close to the Pier. In recent years, the Pier's been closed in preparation of the fireworks. Grab your foldable chairs and stake a piece of paradise to watch the fireworks.
We usually claim a small sidewalk close to the beach and watch the fireworks right over our heads. Spectacular!
Most of the day's events are free. With so much to do and see, everyone has a great time. Gulfport certainly beats the bigger city 4th of July celebrations with fun for everyone.
Watching Gulfport's Parade and Catching Beads
Bobby & The Rockets - One of Gulfport's Favorite Bands
Gulfport Florida Community Events & Activities
Find a fun thing to do in Gulfport!
Check out these videos on more fun activities to do in Gulfport, Florida. It's a wonderful, artsy city that gives back to its residents and community. Most of all, residents know how to have fun!
curated content from YouTube
Ready to Visit Gulfport?
submit
-
Reply
-
Tipi
Mar 31, 2011 @ 12:37 pm | delete
- If only traveling was in the budget, I love would want to see many places. This looks like one place I wouldn't want to miss.
-
-
Reply
-
kiwisoutback
Nov 7, 2010 @ 3:20 pm | delete
- I'm ready now to visit! The weather in New England is cold already, and the winters are long. I wouldn't mind visiting right about now. Squid Angel blessed.
-
-
Reply
-
JenniferAkers
Oct 11, 2010 @ 2:59 pm | delete
- RMS, Julie, AJ, and ShirlW - you're welcome to visit anytime you can. It's a wonderful little city. I like Shirl's comment on the relaxing, artsy things to do there. Small town feel, and they have neat events happening all year 'round.
-
-
Reply
-
JenniferAkers
Oct 11, 2010 @ 2:59 pm | delete
- RMS, Julie, AJ, and ShirlW - you're welcome to visit anytime you can. It's a wonderful little city. I like Shirl's comment on the relaxing, artsy things to do there. Small town feel, and they have neat events happening all year 'round.
-
-
Reply
-
ShirlW
Oct 8, 2010 @ 8:13 am | delete
- When I lived in Tampa (technically Palm Harbor), I rented a house in Gulfport for a month one year. My son fished off the pier hours and hours every day. I was so content there living in my ideal image of a town. I could walk my dogs any time of the night and felt completely safe, the shops and historical homes are so charming. My favorite restaurant was Back Fin Blue, but a I really liked a Cuban restaurant that was on 22nd Avenue also. If I could, I would live in Gulfport in a heartbeat and hope to visit again very soon. You made me "homesick".
Blessed by a Squid Angel today!
-
- Load More
Gulfport FL ~ Fourth of July 2008
Visit Largo, FL While You're in the Neighborhood
by JenniferAkers
JenniferAkers
I am a professional freelance writer, book & product reviewer, and editor. I love social networking, and Squidoo's my favorite. I've met wonderful friends... more »
Feeling creative?
Create a Lens!
Explore related pages
- Things to Do in Largo Florida Things to Do in Largo Florida
- Jennifer Akers :: Freelance Writer Jennifer Akers :: Freelance Writer
- Sarasota For Free | Florida Fun Free Things To Do | Free Activities Sarasota For Free | Florida Fun Free Things To Do | Free Activities
- What To See And Do In Flagstaff, Arizona What To See And Do In Flagstaff, Arizona
- Royal Lipizzan Stallions | General Patton Rescued Dancing Horses Royal Lipizzan Stallions | General Patton Rescued Dancing Horses
- le macaron | French Pastries le macaron | French Pastries
Visit Nearby City of Largo
Visit Nearby City of Fort DeSoto
Visit Nearby City of Sarasota
