Krewe of the Black Pearl Ship's Signals

04/22/2026

Some more info on the DeSoto parade this Saturday.

🎉✨ PARADE DAY IS THIS SATURDAY, BRADENTON! ✨🎉

The 2026 De Soto Grand Parade, Presented by Cox Chevrolet rolls through Saturday, April 25th at 7:30PM on Manatee Avenue — and you won’t want to miss it! 🥳

🎶 150+ entries
👑 Royalty on board
🪙 Beads, coins & throws ALL night
🎈 Floats, bands & nonstop fun
💃 Kick things off early at the Pre-Parade Block Party presented by Heintz Law and iHeartRadio on Old Main Street starting at 3:30PM — live music, vendors & a kid zone presented by Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County!

📍 Check the graphic for the BEST spots & times to catch the parade near you!

🌐 For more details, visit desotohq.com/grand-parade/

Grab your chairs, bring your Krewe, and let’s celebrate! 💛

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04/22/2026

Here are a few more pictures from the Best Buddies Tampa Walk provided by Best Buddies.

You can see all the photos from the event here:
https://artbyzebrina.pic-time.com/-bestbuddiestampafriendshipwalk2026/gallery

We were recognized as the #5 Corporate Team this year!

04/21/2026

Check your emails for info on Staging info for the DeSoto Grand Parade (Bradenton) this Saturday.
- Debbie H

04/19/2026

This coming Saturday, April 25, marks the DeSoto Grand Parade.
You should have received an email on April 16.
Key details to note:
if attending the DeSoto Grand Parade, we require a "nose count," so please respond to the email accordingly.
Additionally, the BEAD DROP will take place on Thursday, April 23, from 5-7 p.m. at the home port.
There are still spaces available on the Stowaway for the Parade; interested parties should contact Gay Hartman for further information.
On Friday evening, we will gather at Woody's River Roo, 5 pm(ish)
On Sunday, April 26, from 1-3 p.m., final cleanup will occur at the home port, and any beads left behind will be donated to the Krewe fund supporting charity events.
- Debbie H https://desotohq.com/grand-parade/.

04/18/2026

04/18/2026

If you're coming to Best Buddies the Black Pearl tent is right behind the George Steinbrenner statue. (Sorry for the wonky photo it's early and my coffee hasn't kicked in).
-Debbie H

03/12/2026

Happy St Patrick’s Day from O’Tooles, our vendor for food for the parade!

03/08/2026

Tampa Krewes, Get Ready!

The 31st Annual Rough Riders St. Patrick’s Parade is almost here, and we’re gearing up for an unforgettable celebration in downtown Tampa on Saturday March 14th at 2:00pm following the River O'Green event.

A huge thank you to our co‑sponsor, the City of Tampa, for helping us bring this beloved tradition to life year after year.

We are proud to celebrate this year’s distinguished honorees:

* Grand Parade Marshal: Thaddeus Bullard (WWE Superstar Titus O’Neil) Bullard Family Foundation
* Hometown Hero: Retired U.S. Army General Bryan P. Fenton
* Community Hero: JP Peterson
* International Heroes: Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann ONE Veterans Charity

Their service, leadership, and dedication to our community embody the spirit of this parade and inspire us all.

Here is the 2026 Official Parade Lineup:

Tampa Police Motorcycle Squad
Mayor Jane Castor
Tampa Police Department Chief Bercaw x2
Tampa Fire Chief Barbara Tripp
Tampa Fire Department Truck x2
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office x3
UT ROTC Honor Guard
Celebrity Grand Marshall Thaddeus Bullard (Titus O'Neil)
RR Lt. Col. Robin Conn
International Heros - Ireland O.N.E. - Irish Veterans
Hometown Hero Car Retired U.S. Army General Bryan P. Fenton
Community Hero - JP Peterson
City of Tampa Gymnastics & Dance Showstars
Tampa Councilman Chairman Guido Maniscalco
Tampa Councilman Luis Viera
Tampa Councilman Alan Clendenin
Hillsborough State Attorney Suzy Lopez
Hillsborough Public Defender Lisa McLean
Honorable Monique M. Scott
Alcalde of Ybor City - Jason Fernandez
Hillsborough County Commissioner Ken Hagan
Hillsborough County Commissioner Harry Cohen
Hillsborough County Property Appraiser Bob Henriquez
Bay Area Drum Academy
Downtown Tampa Partnership - DASH Vehicle
Downtown Tampa Partnership - DASH Vehicle
Hillsborough County Tax Collector Nancy Millan
Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections - Craig Latimer
Second Time Around Marching Band
Mission BBQ (USF)
Tampa Bay Rays
Club 214 Land & Sea
Tampa Bay Sun Football Club
Latin American Fiesta Association
Gauchos Association of Tampa
Krewe of West Tampa
Krewe of West Tampa
U.S. Coast Guard Station
Tampa Pig Jig/Hopewell Foundation
Ye Krewe of Sir Henry Morgan x3
Krewe of Zingaro
Ye Loyal Krewe of Grace O'Malley x2
Krewe of the Black Pearl
Krewe of Pandora
Krewe of Celts
Krewe of Hillsborough
Thieves of San Lorenzo
Krewe of Ann Jeffery
Krewe of the Rising Phoenix
Krewe of Les Belles Femmes
Krewe of 7 Celtic Nations
Krewe of Mustang Sallies & Ryders
Ye Notorious Krewe of the Peg Leg Pirate
Krewe of St. Florian
F-Troop
Krewe of Girls N' Pearls
The Unsinkable Krewe of Molly Brown
Ye Royal Krewe of Charlotte de Berry
Ye Mystic Krewe of Neptune
Hernando De Soto
Krewe of Solis
Westchase Krewe of Freebooters
Krewe of Ybor
Krewe of Sea Save Yours
Krewe of Mambi
Krewe of Fort Brooke
Stepp’s Towing Truck
Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla
Bonney-Read Krewe
Krewe of Queen Anne's Revenge x2
Krewe of Castaways
Knights of Sant' Yago x2
Familia De Gladiatores
Krewe of the Conch Republic
Angels and Outlaws
District of No Mad Nation
Sultans of Egypt Shrine
Krewe of Shamrock
Sirens of the Golden Sabre
Krewe of Blackbeard's Revenge
Krewe of Chasco
Knights of St. John
Krewe of Italia
Ye Enchanted Krewe of Brigadoon
Krewe of the South Shore Marauders
Krewe of the Conquistadors of Tampa Bay
Krewe of Agustina de Aragon
Krewe of Pair O 'Dice
Royal Krewe of Privateers of Tampa
Krewe of Bobbie C. Davis
USF POLICE JEEP
Rough Riders Jeeps x2
Rough Riders Train & Coal Car
Rough Riders Yucatan'
Rough Riders TR
Rough Riders Little Texas
Rough Riders Trolley & Trailer
Stepp’s Towing Truck

Bring your family, your friends, and your Irish pride as we march down the streets with music, energy, and tradition. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

03/05/2026

🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀It's time again🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀
Check your email for information on the Rough Riders St Patrick's Parade.
The Parade is Saturday March 14th at 2 PM through downtown Tampa.

A response is needed for who is AND who is NOT doing the parade

And info on Staging
Bead Drop
Float cleanup
🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀

02/26/2026

Check your emails.
BARF info
St Patricks Parade info and request/confirmation your attendance