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section: culture
first_reported: 2026-11-07 06:18 EST
updated: 2026-11-08 16:15 EST
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# Tarpon Springs Seafood Festival draws 20,000 to 30,000 attendees

The 38th annual Tarpon Springs Seafood Festival drew between 20,000 and 30,000 attendees over two days, according to Tampa Bay 28 WFTS. The festival was canceled in 2024 due to hurricanes.

Section: [Culture & Events](/tampa-bay/section/life.md) · Entities: [Tarpon Springs Seafood Festival](/tampa-bay/wiki/tarpon-springs-seafood-festival.md)

## Coverage

- [Spectrum Bay News 9](http://www.baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/11/07/tarpon-springs-seafood-festival-returns-for-th-year), 2026-11-07 06:18 EST: Tarpon Springs Seafood Festival returns for 38th year
- [Tampa Bay 28 WFTS (ABC)](https://www.tampabay28.com/news/region-pinellas/tarpon-springs-seafood-festival-draws-up-to-30-000-attendees-in-strong-comeback), 2026-11-08 16:15 EST: Tarpon Springs Seafood Festival draws up to 30,000 attendees in strong comeback

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