Epicurean Hotel Hosts Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts Local Artists Spotlight

WHO: Epicurean Hotel and Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts

WHAT: The 56th Annual Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts returns Feb. 28 through March 1, 2026, but Tampa Bay art lovers can enjoy an early look this January at Epicurean Hotel with a complimentary Local Artists Spotlight reception.

Presented as part of Gasparilla Arts’ mission to support the region’s creative community, the showcase features five Tampa Bay-based artists selected to receive complimentary booths at the upcoming festival. Made possible by a grant from the Gobioff Foundation, the Local Artists Spotlight offers guests the opportunity to view and purchase original works, meet the artists in person, and connect with the creative voices shaping this year’s festival.

Guests will enjoy complimentary light bites, bubbles, and wine while exploring the curated exhibition in a relaxed, gallery-style setting.

2026 Festival Image, “Flourish Anyway” by Lauren Lane

Featured Artists:
• Caitlin Albritton (@c.albritton.jewelry)
• N. Carlos Jay (@ncarlosj)
• Scott Causey (@scott.causey)
• Scott Solary (@manglitterstudio)
• Elizabeth Eckels (@elizabetheckelssculpture)

WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 17 – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Epicurean Hotel – 1207 South Howard Avenue, Tampa, Florida
Complimentary valet parking to 7 p.m.; $5 afterward

HOW: This event is complimentary and open to the public, but advance registration is required. To RSVP and for more information, visit the Epicurean Hotel event page or visit EpicureanHotel.com.