The Gasparilla Inn & Club

Holidays Sparkle at The Inn

The Gasparilla Inn & Club is an idyllic hideaway well suited for a memorable holiday celebration. We welcome individuals, couples, multi-generational families, and groups of all kinds to partake in our extraordinary holiday festivities at The Inn.

Picture a magnificent Thanksgiving feast prepared by Master Chef Peter Timmins. Imagine treating your children to our Twelve Days of Christmas or our delightful Easter celebration. Revive your holiday spirit with our time-honored traditions of Florida As It Was Meant To Be®.

For more information on specific holidays, click on the links. Each holiday has a calendar of the special activities we offer. Below is a brief description of many of those activities. For complete program information, please contact the Concierge toll free at 877.403.0599 or 941.964.4500. Please note that dates and times are subject to change without notice.

Thanksgiving
Twelve Days of Christmas
President's Day Weekend
Easter

Kid’s Activities

Kids Beach and Pool Games at The Beach Club
    Join us for an afternoon of fun and games on the beach!

Children’s Shelling Adventure
    Children of all ages are welcome to join us for island exploration and shelling.

Sandcastle Building Contest at The Beach Club
    Children of all ages, come build your dream sandcastle!

Teddy Bear Tea
    Bring a teddy and your tea dress, it’s “Tea Time” in The Main Dining Room!

Arts and Crafts
    This is a great interactive experience for you and your child to share!

Ping Pong Tournament
    Grab your paddle and test your table tennis skills!

Family Scavenger Hunt
    A fun-filled event that gets your family working as a team!

Beach Volleyball at The Beach Club
    Join us for an afternoon of fun and games on the beach!

Bicycle and Golf Cart Decorating
    Decorate your bike and join the fun for the Annual Boca Grande Bicycle Parade at the Community Fair.

Red Beard the Pirate
    Spend the afternoon with this infamous swashbuckler for island lore and songs!

Mote Marine Exhibit
    Explore the vast wonders of the sea with Mobile Mote Marine Laboratory!

Night Activities

Family Movie Night
    Movies available for the whole family to enjoy!

Karaoke Night at The Beach Club Fire Pit
    Make S’mores around the fire and sing along to your favorite song!

Family Game Night
    Games and movies for the whole family to enjoy!

Drive- “Inn” Movie
    Enjoy an outdoor movie classic on the Croquet Lawn!

Sunset at The Beach Club
    Come enjoy live music and the beautiful sunset over the Gulf of Mexico.

Family Barbeque at The Beach Club
    Enjoy a casual barbecue outing. Kids enjoy fun and entertainment in the Gulf Room.

Seafood Night at The Beach Club
    Invite all your family and friends for our famous Island Seafood Buffet.

Kid’s Night at The Beach Club
    Games, entertainment and movies for kids!

General Activities

Bingo in the Main Living Room
    Family and friends of all ages, join us for a Gasparilla Inn Tradition!

Gasparilla Inn Adventures
    Gasparilla Inn Adventures offers a wide variety of recreational activities and rentals. Try the Guided Kayak Tour, Geocaching, Kid’s Bicycle Tour!

Football in BZ’s
    Come watch your favorite team!

Behind the Scenes Kitchen Tour
    See where the magic is made…Explore The Inn’s kitchen and meet our Chef!

Historical Tour of The Inn
    Learn the tales and treasures of The Gasparilla Inn & Club.

Afternoon Tea in the Living Room
    Sit, sip, and savor the peacefulness.

The Spa and Beach Club Fitness Center
    All your favorite cardio and resistance equipment is available on a complimentary basis. Personal Trainers as well as private classes are available upon request for an additional fee.

Junior Golf
    Full swing golf for ages 11 & under.

Ladies’ and Men’s Doubles Tennis
    No partner needed for doubles and mixed doubles tennis, as we are happy to arrange matches at any time.

Tennis Clinics for Adults and Kids
    No partner needed, as we are happy to arrange matches at any time.

Yoga and Gentle Yoga at The Beach Club
    Stretch, strengthen, and feel serene. Please sign up in advance.

Zumba Fitness Class at The Beach Club
    This fun and easy dance combines motivating music with unique moves, helping you feel great for the rest of the day!

Water Zumba Fitness Class
    Our exciting Zumba class, but with a splashing new twist!

Total Body Strengthening
    A total workout for muscular fitness.

Basic Stretching Class at The Beach Club
    Learn to be more limber!

Stress Buster Fitness Class
    Let go of pent-up anxiety and surrender to a new calm.

Water Aerobics
    Get your workout in the water!

Beach Workout
    Start the day invigorated on the beach!

Inn Adventures
    Gasparilla Inn Adventures offers a wide variety of recreational activities and rentals.