Children’s Gasparilla happens in Tampa on Jan. 24 from noon to 7:30 p.m. This free event offers a parade, air shows, a safety rodeo, and fireworks at the end.

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Rodeo kicks things off from noon to 2 p.m. on Bayshore Boulevard between Rome Avenue and Dakota Avenue. From noon to 4 p.m., the Gasparilla Air Invasion brings parachute jumpers who’ll drop from the sky above Tampa Bay.

A Preschooler’s Stroll runs from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. for children five and under, though you’ll need to pre-register. The Children’s Gasparilla Parade starts at 4 p.m. and winds through downtown until 6:15 p.m.

At 6:15 p.m., the Nighttime Gasparilla Air Invasion begins. Watch the Jose Gasparilla ship light up the water. The Piratechnic Finale Fireworks Show wraps up the evening between 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Admission is free. Reserved seating costs extra if you want it. The parade moves through downtown along Bayshore Boulevard.

You can park in garages and lots scattered across downtown Tampa. City-run garages will charge a special event rate when you enter. The Jolly Roger Trolley runs free from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., looping all day.

Road closures start Jan. 16 at Bayshore Boulevard crossovers. On Jan. 23 at 10 p.m., Bayshore Boulevard shuts down northbound and southbound from Gandy Boulevard to Platt Street. More closures happen Jan. 24 at 9 a.m.

Limited accessible parking sits at Howard Avenue and Bayshore Boulevard — first-come, first-served. A sensory relief zone will be set up at the southwest corner of Barcelona Street for children and families who need a break from all the noise and action.

No alcohol allowed at Children’s Gasparilla. You can’t bring outside food and beverages, coolers, glass containers, tents, grills, scooters, or weapons. Small soft-sided coolers are OK if you need them for childcare or medical reasons.

Pets aren’t allowed unless they’re service animals helping people with disabilities. Bicycles work for getting around, but you must walk them once inside the event site. Don’t throw beads or litter in the bay.