This week will mark the kickoff for the 70th consecutive Chasco Fiesta, starting this Friday, April 1st and wrapping up Saturday, April 9th.

The multi-day event will feature highlights including the Chasco Fiesta Street Parade, the Sertoma BBQ, the Chalk Art Festival, and the Chasco Fiesta Boat Parade.

The Chasco Fiesta Street Parade is on Saturday, April 2nd at 1:00 PM. The parade will feature a performance by the Parris Island Marine Band, who will also perform in a separate performance in Sims Park.

Below is a map of the parade route. City residents should note that the streets on this route will be closed for a portion of that day. Street closures will also be common in the downtown area, especially around Sims Park and Railroad Square during the festivities. Specifically, portions of Circle Boulevard around Orange Lake may be closed for the “carnival” areas.

You can view a calendar of all events during the Chasco Fiesta, and click on links for more information for each event on the calendar on their website.

The Chasco Fiesta offers nine days of family fun and entertainment along the banks of the beautiful Pithlachascotee River in downtown New Port Richey, Florida. 

This time-honored tradition allows visitors to witness a traditional Native American festival, a boat parade, and a street parade. Other Chasco activities include, the Coronation Ball, an award winning beef barbecue, nightly concerts in the park, a carnival including a midway and rides, golf & softball tournaments, flea market & arts and crafts village, as well a 5K race.

The Chasco Fiesta provides activities that will thrill and delight any member of your family and the best part is that most of them are free!! So make your plans now to come and enjoy the free entertainment, tons of food and plenty of activities that make up one of Florida’s longest running festivals the Chasco Fiesta!

If you would like more information on the Chasco Fiesta, you can visit the event’s website at http://chascofiesta.com