The Chasco Fiesta began on March 25, 2008 and will continue through April 6, 2008 in New Port Richey, Fl. with a Native American festival, carnival and music every day. Other events include a downtown parade starting at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 29, 2008 and a boat parade at 1 p.m. April 5, 2008 on the Pithlachascotee River. The festival events began at 5 p.m. March 25, 2008 and Mon.-Wed.; 9 a.m. Fri.; and 8 a.m. Sat.-Sun. at Sims Park, Orange Lake and other downtown New Port Richey areas. Closing times vary. Most activities are free, but there are some fees for rides and food.
Many of the the musical events are free. Native American Night with One Nation, 7 March 25, 2008; Christian Night, 6 p.m. Friday, March 28, 2008 (reserved seats $20); Rock ‘n’ Roll Tribute Day with the cast of Beatlemania, 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 29, 2008; Magical Night of Entertainment with Radio Disney, 5 p.m. Sunday, March 30, 2008; Bluegrass Night, 6 p.m. Monday, March 31, 2008; Latin Night, 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, 2008; Dancing Under the Stars, 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, 2008; Rhythm and Bluesmasters with Damon Fowler, Sean Chambers, 6 p.m. April 3; True Oldies Night with the Cleftones and the Elegants, 6 p.m. April 4 (advance tickets required, $5). Country acts Josh Gracin and Jake Owen perform at 6 p.m. April 5 (advance tickets required, $15 to 25, through TicketLeap, www.ticketleap.com).
For more information please visit chascofiesta.com or call toll-free 1-877-424-2726.
