Gulfport GECKOFEST
Celebrate one of Gulfport’s most colorful and creative annual traditions at Gulfport GECKOFEST, a full-day street festival filled with art, food, entertainment, local businesses, community groups, and plenty of Gecko spirit.
Date: September 2027
Location: 3000 Beach Blvd. S., Gulfport, FL 33707
A Gulfport Tradition
GECKOFEST is known for its lively atmosphere, imaginative themes, creative costumes, local artists, makers, specialty vendors, food, and entertainment throughout downtown Gulfport.
Each year brings a fresh theme and a new reason for visitors to dress up, get creative, and enjoy one of the area’s most distinctive community festivals.
What to Expect
- Artists and handmade crafts
- Specialty retail vendors
- Food and refreshments
- Live entertainment and performers
- Community and nonprofit organizations
- Creative costumes and themed displays
- A vibrant downtown Gulfport street-festival atmosphere
Explore Downtown Gulfport
Visitors can enjoy the festival while also exploring Gulfport’s restaurants, shops, galleries, waterfront area, and local businesses.
Plan Your Visit
GECKOFEST typically attracts a large crowd, so visitors are encouraged to arrive early, plan parking or transportation in advance, and wear comfortable walking shoes.
This is an outdoor SIK Promotions event and is planned to operate rain or shine unless state, city, or local officials determine that cancellation or modification is necessary for public safety.
