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FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS & LOCAL FOOD EVENTS
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March 2, 2023 The WhiskyX
Miami, Florida
60+ Whiskies to taste and discover as well as world class music mixed with the best local food trucks, and other unique experiences. March 2-7, 2023
Alachua County Youth Fair and Livestock Show
Gainesville, Florida
The fair is an educational platform for the youth in Alachua County who are interested in agriculture. The event is free, and is held at the Alachua County Fairgrounds located at 3100 NE 39th Avenue, Gainesville. Alachua County 4-H and FFA youth ranging in age from 8-18 can participate. March 2-12, 2023 Florida Strawberry Festival - Plant City, Florida
Exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture, and crafts await you. Ethnic traditions, social events, competitive contests, youth developmental programs, top-name entertainment, parades. Attendance: 500,000. March 2-12, 2023 110th Central Florida Fair - Orlando, Florida
Founded in 1910 by a group of community leaders who sought an outlet to celebrate the agricultural industry in Orlando and its surrounding counties. With an average annual attendance of 250,000, the Central Florida Fair successfully continues its mission to preserve and enhance the agricultural, cultural, educational, and historical legacy of Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake, Brevard, and Volusia Counties, known collectively as “Central Florida.” One of the top five largest fairs in the state. Creative Arts; Food Arts & Sciences – a feast of baked goods, canned fruits, decorated cakes, and decorative touches for the home, plus dozens of daily chef demonstrations on a state-of-the-art kitchen stage; Horticulture – lush displays of flowers and foliage, plus information on gardening, water conservation, landscaping, and more; FFA – local middle and high school chapters present educational booths on landscaping, animal husbandry, veterinary care, and more; 4-H – this leadership-building organization presents a year’s worth of youth activities in informative booths and creative contests; Livestock – featuring over 2,000 cows, horses, sheep, hogs, goats, chickens, and rabbits; Entertainment – over 100 groups featuring 800 singers, dancers and musicians on three stages. Attendance: 250,000. March 3, 2023 26th Annual Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The Grand Tasting will take place from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. and highlight over 40 South Florida premier restaurants, an array of wine and spirits, assortment of craft beers and a silent auction. The Platinum experience includes early access to the Grand Tasting. All proceeds of the event benefit the Museum. For additional information please contact Hillary Wallace at 954.713.0918 or [email protected]
March 3-12, 2023 73rd Bradford Agricultural Fair - Starke, Florida
'Southern Charm Down on the Farm' - The Bradford County Fair has been in existence for more than 60 years. Livestock: Rabbits & Poultry; Swine; Goats; Steer; Showmanship Contest; Beef Breeding Show & Sale; Youth Judging Contest; Midway; Entertainment; much more. March 4, 2023 Night at the Farm - Ocala, Florida
Boots, Bourbon and BBQ. The annual event is held at the College of Central Florida campus. There will be food from over twenty area restaurants and caterers, plus family entertainment and prizes. Benefits scholarships through the CFCC Foundation. March 4, 2023 Hearts & Stars Weekend - Miami, Florida
The Little Lighthouse Foundation's Annual Hearts & Stars Gala. Hearts & Stars Gala will take place at Jungle Plaza at the Miami Design District and invites LLF’s supporters for a night of premier entertainment with top-shelf open bar and food tastings from some of South Florida’s top restaurants and caterers. March 4, 2023 WhiskyFest - Hollywood, Florida
WhiskyFest is the longest running whisky festival in the country. WhiskyFest offers you the opportunity to taste from a selection of more than 350 whiskies from around the world; many of them rare and exclusive. Meet the whisky makers at their booths to learn first-hand how the whiskies are made. Take some time to enjoy the never-ending gourmet buffet. March 4, 2023 41st Annual St. George Island Charity Chill Cook-off & Auction - St. George Island, Florida
The St George Island Regional Chili Cook-off. Proceeds benefit the St. George Island Volunteer Fire Department and First Responders. • Golf Tournament • 5K Red Pepper Run • Crock Pot Chili • Miss Chili Pepper • Mister Hot Sauce • Chili Cook-off • Auction. Attendance: 5,000. March 4-5, 2023 56th Annual Grant Seafood Festival - Grant, Florida
Free admission, free parking, over 100 crafters exhibiting, live continuous entertainment, along with a scrumptious menu of succulent seafood makes this a weekend no one wants to miss. What sets this seafood festival apart from others is that it runs through a 100% volunteer effort! All preparation , whether it be on the grounds or with the purchasing, cooking or serving of the various menu items is accomplished by volunteers of the community. We do not have any food vendors on site. All booths are run with volunteers: many booths are made up of family members, often times having several generations working along side one another. It is this complete volunteer effort that makes our festival unique. The total commitment of our community and all our volunteers makes the Grant Seafood Festival a time honored tradition unlike any other. We are proud of our community and our festival is a testament to that fact. March 4-5, 2023 Annual Floral City Strawberry Festival
Floral City, Florida
There will be plenty of activities for all ages including craft vendors, live entertainment, the Miss Strawberry Pageant, children's activities, and boatloads of fresh strawberries straight from the award-winning Ferris Farms. Don't forget the mouth-watering strawberry shortcake - eater-tainment at it's very best! Come early and enjoy the day! Admission $5 - Children 12 & under Free. (also: www.citruscountychamber.com/ ) March 4-12, 2023 Tampa Bay Beer Week - Tampa Bay, Florida
Celebrate Tampa Bay beer culture and showcase the area as an emerging and vibrant craft and specialty beer destination. March 5-7, 2023 COEX 2023 - Tampa, Florida
Chain Operators Exchange (COEX) Conference. Sponsored by the (IFMA) International Foodservice Manufacturers Association. March 9-11, 2023 National Coffee Association Annual Convention
Tampa, Florida
An exciting opportunity for coffee industry professionals to connect with their peers, gain insights into a dynamic market, collect business leads, identify potential partners, and learn the latest about the industry. Over 600 senior executives and decision makers from coffee-related companies and organizations from around the world will experience the highest quality networking to coffee companies, suppliers, and allied organizations, including the chance to connect with a “Who’s Who” of established and up-and-coming industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and boutique and specialty players. Regional and local roasters, suppliers, and motivated entrepreneurs from all across the US and around the world participate, eager to grow their business and identify new opportunities. Educational programming is intertwined throughout the two-and-a-half day program that showcases keynote speakers and breakout sessions offering in-depth insights, opportunities, and inspiration into the issues, markets, and trends that impact the industry. The convention exhibit area features cutting-edge vendors and industry organizations displaying the latest offerings and innovations, in a setting that facilitates networking. March 9-11, 2023 Commodity Classic - Orlando, Florida
It doesn’t matter what crop you raise. At Commodity Classic you’re certain to raise your expectations for your farm. You’ll find the answers, ideas, innovation, technology, equipment and expertise that can make a powerful difference on your farm. Commodity Classic is America’s largest farmer-led, farmer-focused convention and trade show—unlike any other farm show you’ve ever seen. Investing a few days at Commodity Classic will pay dividends on your farm all year long March 10-12, 2023 Englewood Shrimp & Music Festival
Englewood, Florida March 11, 2023 Annual St. Patrick's Day Festival - Coral Gables, Florida
Spend the day with family and friends, enjoying a taste of Irish culture. Wear your green, and join us for a day filled with merriment as you enjoy Irish music, dance and food, along with the arts. March 11-12, 2023 Marion County Master Gardeners' Spring Festival
Ocala, Florida
Mark your calendars for the international award-winning Marion County Master Gardeners’ Spring Festival, the area’s largest all-in-one plant sale and gardening expo featuring hand-picked vendors-plus classes, educational booths and garden tours. It’s next to the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala. Event sponsor Ag-Pro of Ocala; community sponsor Ocala Star-Banner; community partner Florida Gardening Magazine. This year we’re hosting 14 food trucks in our largest rally ever! Admission is $1 for everyone over 12. Service animals are the only pets permitted. March 11-12, 2023 Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival
Fort Myers, Florida
Raising thousands of dollars for charities, the festival includes the Princess Ball, fun run, parade, more than 100 craft vendors, and shrimp dinners. March 11-12, 2023 Original Marathon Seafood Festival
Marathon, Florida
Best and longest-standing seafood festival in the Florida Keys! Over 200 vendors, fresh seafood caught and sold by local commercial keys fishermen; live music and rides/games for the kids! A real family affair and treat in the Islands of Marathon in the Florida Keys. Attendance: 20,000. March 11-12, 2023 58th Annual Speckled Perch Festival and Parade
Okeechobee, Florida
The Speckled Perch Festival is the oldest celebration in Okeechobee, dating back to 1965. At that time the festival honored the fishing industry with a parade and fish fry in the park during the height of the tourist season and the tradition continues today. There will be local talent, food, arts and crafts and fun. Our Speckled Perch Parade on Saturday at 11:00 am sets the stage for the remainder of the weekend. There is a $10.00 parade permit fee for this parade. This festival has no admission; just fun! This festival is in collaboration with the Cow Town PRCA rodeo. Rodeo fans get ready to watch the roughest-and-toughest professional bull riders and bullfighters at Florida’s Cow Town Rodeo. March 11-12, 2023 Orchids in Bloom Festival - Coral Gables, Florida March 16-26, 2023 47th Annual Collier Fair - Naples, Florida
Collier Agricultural Fair & Exposition. March 17-19, 2023 River Days & Craft Brew Hullabalo
Sebastian, Florida
An annual 3-day celebration of America’s most loved seafood, held in the historic city of Sebastian, Florida! The weekend long festival, brought to you by the Rotary Club of Sebastian and the City of Sebastian, will raise funds to support youth sports and organizations throughout North Indian River County. We invite you and your family to join us for this fun-packed festival and to enjoy delicious shrimp. These succulent shrimp will be prepared in a variety of mouth-watering recipes by your favorite local restaurants, and the best food trucks in the area. Yummy non-seafood and kid-friendly food options will be available throughout the festival as well. March 17-19, 2023 Treasure Coast Ribs and Wings Festival
Hutchinson Island, Ft Pierce, Florida
If you are a fan of BBQ Ribs and Chicken Wings, then you cannot miss the Treasure Coast Ribs and Wings Festival on Hutchinson Island. Rounding out this family oriented event, vendors will offer unique merchandise and services, artists and craftsmen will display and sell their original works, live music will entertain on stage all three days, kids will enjoy rides and a kids zone just for them, and local businesses and nonprofit organizations will provide information on services available. March 18, 2023 Annual Clewiston Sugar Festival - Clewiston, Florida
Come Raise Cane With Us. The annual festival celebrates the area's primary industry, the growing of sugarcane. This year the festival will build on the tradition of family, community and a list of events that last four days to continue its annual celebration of the end of the SUGAR CANE harvest. Free community concert that will be surrounded by food vendors, arts & crafts, kids rides, information booths, a car show, sports events, the Raising Cane Rodeo and a whole lot more. Check out our pages for lots more. March 18, 2023 Shrimpapalooza - Homosasa, Florida
Rotary Club of Homosassa Springs. Mardi Gras Homosassa Style. Family event to eat great seafood, tap your toes to the music, and stroll through arts and crafts exhibitors. Special activities and contests make this fun for all ages. March 19, 2023 - Palm Beach VegFest - Boca Raton, Florida
Mizner Park Ampthitheater, Boca Raton. Always FREE admission, free parking, 100% vegan, lawn games, vegan food vendors, shopping, and more! March 19, 2023 Cuban Sandwich Festival - Ft. Myers, Florida
Centennial Park. Taste the Best Cuban Sandwiches! March 19-21, 2023 National Pasta Association Annual Meeting
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
NPA members include pasta producers, millers, ingredient suppliers and pasta equipment manufacturers. March 19-21, 2023 SNAXPO 23 - Orlando, Florida
Annual Exhibition & Conference. SNAXPO is the world’s largest, most comprehensive trade show devoted exclusively to the international snack food industry. SNAXPO brings together owners, executives and buyers from every segment of the industry who are actively looking for new equipment, ingredients, products and services. March 20, 2023 Taste of Tennis Miami - Miami, Florida
The Citi Taste of Tennis Miami will feature cuisine prepared by Miami’s leading chefs, some of the biggest names in tennis, and an exclusive appearance by 4x Grand Slam Champion Arantxa Sánchez Vicario. Get your tickets now before you miss out on rubbing elbows with some of biggest names in food and tennis! March 20-May 21, 2023 Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
Tampa, Florida
Offering a variety of food, wine and entertainment. Busch Gardens is tempting taste buds and offering experiences found nowhere else in the world. The Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival will be included with any Pass, Fun Card or daily admission. March 21, 2023 - 'AgDay' National Agriculture Day - Nationwide
A day to recognize & celebrate the abundance provided by agriculture. March 25, 2023 29th Annual Taste of Oviedo - Oviedo, Florida
The Annual Taste of Oviedo presented by Oviedo Medical Center will feature food and beverages from local eateries, stage performances, Oviedo Roots Farmer’s Market, STEM area, and other family-friendly performances and activities at the Oviedo Mall. This year, Taste of Oviedo will offer selections from our local restaurants and they will be featuring a dish with a fun new theme: Sweet & Savory! Taste of Oviedo is produced by the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce and the City of Oviedo. March 25-26, 2023 Lions 40th Seafood & Music Festival
St. Augustine, Florida
Get ready to eat great seafood; tap your toes to live music, and then stroll through more than 100 arts and crafts exhibitors. These are just a few of the highlights of the St Augustine Lions Seafood Festival, presented by Winn Dixie. Featuring tons of delicious seafood, outstanding music and affordable arts & crafts, Families enjoy the Zone, Spanish Landing and Pirate Village. Friday night is Jazz night. Saturday and Sunday feature a range of Americana music. Characters, Actors, Rides, Magic Shows, Pirate Fun, Super Heros & Princesses and more fun are awaiting you. NO pets. Attendance: 20,000 March 25-26, 2023 Annual Wellington Bacon & Bourbon Festival
Wellington, Florida
The event challenges the culinary skills of Palm Beach County chefs exploring the boundaries of New American Cuisine and the Farm to Table movement along with good old fashioned comfort foods, just like Mom used to make! Our chefs come up with new and unusual menus of bacon and pork related dished from the sublime, Chocolate Dipped Bacon or Bacon & Bourbon Pulled Pork! Completing the palate pleasing properties of bacon, we have an eclectic selection of bourbon and whiskeys. The distiller’s art and patient techniques are shared in a series of seminars and tastings. All intended to enhance your knowledge and pleasure of bourbon, rye and whiskey. Artist and crafters displaying their eclectic mix of art, funky crafts and bacon and bourbon related items. Backyard games to play; corn hole, jenga, checkers and the now world famous pig race game! Great local bands live on the Wellington Amphitheater stage! March 25-26, 2023 25th Annual Bradford County Strawberry Festival
Starke, Florida
Held in historic downtown Starke, the festival includes a car show, crafts, fresh strawberries and lots of homemade strawberry goodies. March 26, 2023 - Annual Deering Seafood Festival - Miami, Florida
Deering Estate. A magical celebration for all ages with Florida's freshest seafood, on-going live entertainment, cooking demos with local celebrity chefs, historic tours, Artist Village etc. Attendance: 8,000. March 26, 2023 American Bakers Association Annual Convention
Amelia Island, Florida
The ABA Annual Convention is the one time each year that the entire baking industry gathers together to chart new business courses, explore innovative opportunities, hear from policy and business leaders, and network with industry colleagues. March 27-30, 2023 Seatrade Cruise Global - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Seatrade Cruise Global is the Cruise Industry's Premier Global Event. It is the only event guaranteed to bring together every facet of the business including cruise lines, suppliers, travel agents and partners. As the epicenter of the cruise industry, Seatrade Cruise Global features exhibitors and attendees from around the world; a multi-track conference program headlined by the industry's most knowledgeable speakers; and the State of the Global Cruise Industry keynote. March 27-30, 2023 Catersource + The Special Event Conference & Tradeshow - Orlando, Florida
Catersource Magazine, Conference & Tradeshow is dedicated to the education and growth of the professional caterer. Through our educational and informative offerings, you can be a part of the largest resource network relevant to your business. March 27-April 2, 2023 Citrus County Fair - Inverness, Florida
Youth Public Speaking Contest; Adult & Youth World Info; Livestock Shows and Competitions; much more. March 30-April 9, 2023 Clay County Agricultural Fair
Green Cove Springs, Florida
Livestock Shows; Entertainment; 4H / FFA Youth Agricultural Shows and Competitions; Hog Calling Contest; Husband Calling Contest; Early Florida Village; Entertainment; much more. March 31-April 1, 2023 Boca Bacchanal Wine & Food Festival
Boca Raton, Florida
A weekend of great wine matched with delectable culinary delights featuring acclaimed chefs and prized vintners will tempt the savvy palates of patrons at the Annual Boca Bacchanal. March 31-April 1, 2023 UNwineD - Panama City, Florida
This award-winning event takes place at Aaron Bessant Park and features craft beer, spirits and wine from around the world, culinary creations by the region's leading chefs and a Southern garden party presented by Southern Living. Indulge in tailor-made travel - you’ll find everything from championship golf courses, spas, and sporting events to award-winning restaurants and diverse recreational excursions, all with the naturally beautiful backdrop of Panama City Beach. This is a perfect place for families, couples, and adventure seekers alike. March 31-April 2, 2023 St. Petersburg Shrimp & Music Festival
St. Petersburg, Florida
The Pierl. Friday 4pm-10pm; Saturday 11am-10pm; Sunday 11am-6pm
2022 FLORIDA - MARCH 2022
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS & LOCAL FOOD EVENTS
events waiting for new datesMarch 4-6, 2022 Sarasota Blues & BBQ Festival - Sarasota, Florida March 5-6, 2022 55th Annual Grant Seafood Festival - Grant, Florida
Free admission, free parking, over 100 crafters exhibiting, live continuous entertainment, along with a scrumptious menu of succulent seafood makes this a weekend no one wants to miss. What sets this seafood festival apart from others is that it runs through a 100% volunteer effort! All preparation , whether it be on the grounds or with the purchasing, cooking or serving of the various menu items is accomplished by volunteers of the community. We do not have any food vendors on site. All booths are run with volunteers: many booths are made up of family members, often times having several generations working along side one another. It is this complete volunteer effort that makes our festival unique. The total commitment of our community and all our volunteers makes the Grant Seafood Festival a time honored tradition unlike any other. We are proud of our community and our festival is a testament to that fact. March 12-13, 2022 - Aloha Polynesian Culture & Seafood Festival
Oakland Park, Florida
Many people recognize the Polynesian Islands as a vacation getaway destination. This annual festival is a way to expand knowledge by sharing, educating, promoting, and preserving ancient, traditional, interpretive and modern aspects of Polynesian culture and heritage. Our annual festival will once again offer all the entertainment and activities that festival-goers have come to expect, experiencing the dynamic array of ethnic identities, traditions, cultural expressions and artistry of Polynesian people from Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, and New Zealand (Maoris). March 19-20, 2022 Burger, Beer & BBQ Bash 2022
Coconut Grove, Florida
Part of the Coconut Grove Food & Wine Festival. Explore and sample Miami's Best Burger Joints, Newest Restaurants, Famous Chefs, and Caterers whoile enjoying being on beautiful Biscayne Bay. Sample and Enjoy various new on of a kind dishes , Craft beer, tastings, Burgers and BBQ reciepes . There will be Fine Wines & Spirits from around the world, and much more.... March 19-20, 2022 Coconut Grove Food & Wine Festival 2022
Coconut Grove, Florida
An annual event held at Peacock Park in the historical and prestigious Coconut Grove Township located in the heart of Miami. We are thrilled to update on you on current participating restaurants and sponsors. Many wineries and spirits companies will be on site. Don’t miss the wacky, funny Waiters Race where Coconut Grove‘s top Servers, race to the finish line thru a very difficult obstacle course without spilling a drop. Festival guests will enjoy food samplings from Coconut Grove & Miami’s finest restaurants, caterers and bakeries. There will also be chef’s demonstrations, an automotive showcase, live music from local bands, FREE Kids Zone, a waiter’s race, X-Mas Bazaar & Toy Drive, Contest for best decorated booth and more… March 26, 2022 Wine on the River - Jacksonville, Florida
Come join us as we travel through different regions spanning the globe. Sample wine from National and International vineyards. There is an “Around the World” theme focusing on cultural regions with wine and food in each selected area. Live music entertainment.
2021 FLORIDA - MARCH 2021
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS & LOCAL FOOD EVENTS
events waiting for new datesMarch -, 2021 Delray Beach Wine & Seafood Festival
Delray Beach, Florida - POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. March -, 2021 Marco Island Seafood and Music Festival
Marco Island, Florida - EVENT CANCELED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS.
In addition to a weekend of great music, all your favorite seafood specialties will be available fresh fish, grouper, crab cakes, stone crab, shrimp, crawdads, chowder and more. There is a huge assortment of traditional landlubber favorites, too. Beer and wine will be served to quench your thirst. Over 60 arts and crafts vendors will open Friday morning at 11:00 AM. A kid’s zone with bounce house, slide, rock climbing wall, trampoline and more to wear off some of that energy while you enjoy the music, the food and the friends. March -, 2021 Annual Flower & Garden Expo - St. Augustine, Florida
EVENT CANCELED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS. Garden Club of St. Augustine. A weekend of food, fun and flowers offering gourmet dining, a food festival and a garden show. This year’s show features a variety of vendors bringing a wide array of horticulture including olive trees, aquatic plants, herbs, ferns, succulents, citrus, African violets, anthuriums (the ‘love flower’), bamboo, colorful flowering plants, butterfly plants, native plants and more plus gardening accessories and art. Everything needed to restart and enhance gardens will be available at the Expo. March 8-12, 2021 - National School Breakfast Week - Nationwide
School Nutrition Association. 'Make the Grade with School Breakfast.'
2020 FLORIDA - MARCH 2020
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS & LOCAL FOOD EVENTS
events waiting for new datesMarch 2, 2020 Northeast Florida Veg Fest - Jacksonville, Florida
EVENT DISCONTINUED. We will no longer present our annual event, The Northeast Florida Veg Fest, but will be creating a unique festival with its own energy, a special event for our community to enjoy.
March 7, 2020
Community Cookout Presented by The Boca Chamber
Boca Raton, Florida
The Boca Chamber is hosting a fun day of food and games for the whole family. Chamber Members and Non-Members are invited to come celebrate this gorgeous community in which we live, work and play! There will be tons of food - including hot dogs, hamburgers, veggies, chips and much more. Fun games for family members of all ages, bounce houses, slides, DJ and the South Florida Sun! Admission to the Community Cookout is FREE! You can purchase a meal ticket for $5 which includes a burger or hotdog, cold salad, chips and a beverage. Children under 10 years old will receive one complimentary meal ticket. March 21, 2020
Annual Charity Rib Cookoff
Eastpoint, Florida
Come eat some of the best BBQ ribs and chicken! All proceeds go to The Eastpoint Volunteer Fire Department. Festivites include, live music, car show, kids activities, and did I mention BBQ! Join us for a day of fun and good eatin'. March 21, 2020 Chili Cook Off - Pinecrest, Florida
EVENT CANCELED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS. Come to compete, or come to eat! Pinecrest Gardens is pleased to announce the Chili Cook-Off. Prepare your tastebuds for an encounter with some of the most delicious chili in Miami-Dade County. Restaurants, caterers and novices compete for the title of "Best Chili in Town". Enjoy great live music, good food, and good brew as you take part in activities for the entire family. This is an amateur-friendly cook-off, so dust off your apron, grab your spices, and let's get cookin'! March 21, 2020 Sandy Shoes Seafood & Brew - Fort Pierce, Florida
Sandy Shoes Seafood & Brew is a FREE Community Event organized by Main Street Fort Pierce. The Seafood Festival is one of the most unique and exciting events in St. Lucie County and draws over 10,000 in attendance annually showcasing local artists, performers and best seafood on the Treasure Coast.
2019 FLORIDA - MARCH 2019
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS & LOCAL FOOD EVENTS
events waiting for new datesMarch 2, 2019 Taste of New Orleans Blues & Brews Festival
Ft. Pierce, Florida
Annual Taste of New Orleans Blues & Brews Festival at Causeway Cove Marina. This will be a day to remember, as it will be filled with the tastes and sounds of New Orleans as the “Taste of New Orleans Blues & Brews Festival” cooks up the hottest blues and the coolest brews in all of the Treasure Coast! Pack up the kiddies, and bring Mom and Pop too; and enjoy yet another Above Average Entertainment event designed for all ages. Stroll about the grounds and enjoy New Orleans-style food and music. March 7-10, 2019 - Space Coast Seafood & Music Festival
Viera, Florida
The Space Coast Seafood & Music Festival (formerly The Port Canaveral Seafood & Music Festival) will take place at Space Coast Daily Park, in the heart of Brevard County, Florida. This exciting family event, will include a wide selection of fantastic seafood, top flight entertainment, premier Arts & Crafts Show, a Pirates Festival and Parade, a Kids Zone, – and numerous other special events. The seafood festival will also feature a fun kids zone, all four days and nights, with bounce houses, games and fun. Featuring fresh mouth-watering seafood provided by vendors both local and from all over the United States, don’t miss this signature event that will attract tens of thousands of attendees from all over Florida. March 9, 2019 - Taste of Brandon - Riverview, Florida
Music, Food & Drink Festival. Come enjoy tastes from your favorite restaurants, caterers and bakeries. Cast your vote for the Best Taste Award and Best Dessert Award. This year's event will include beer and wine tastings along with music and fun for the whole family. March 23, 2019 GastroFest - Jacksonville, Florida
It’s time Northeast Florida showed the world what our awesome culinary scene has to offer. We need a food fest that celebrates all of it, from fine dining to food trucks, from microbrews to local cookbooks, from vegans to local beef. That’s why we’ve been inspired to start GastroFest. March 28-31, 2019 - Florida Blueberry Festival - Kissimmee, Florida
At New location: 3050 Formosa Gardens, Kissimmee, Florida.
2018 FLORIDA - MARCH 2018
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS & LOCAL FOOD EVENTS
events waiting for new datesMarch 17, 2018 Wine & Dine in the Vines - Bradenton, Florida
Wine & Dine ($65.00 per person plus tax): On Saturdays only from 5:00pm to 8:00pm come out and enjoy our WINE & DINE IN THE VINEYARDS Menu. Click here to view our invitation. Includes Sangria, 3 Hour Open bar with 3 x different Rosa Fiorelli Wines, 5-6 x course dinner, dessert and coffee. March 24, 2018 Annual Gluten-Free for Life Expo
St. Petersburg, Florida
This yearly event is designed to promote awareness of Celiac Disease and Gluten Intolerance. Through the utilization of educational speakers, both local and national, the Expo seeks to educate the public on the Gluten-Free lifestyle as well as provide information and updates to the Gluten-Free Community. Tickets are $10.00 and kids under 12 are free. Attendees can sample or purchase Gluten-Free products from local and national vendors. The ten dollar requested Ticket donation at the door will benefit Camp Weekaneatit, a week long kid's summer camp for Gluten Intolerant and Celiac kids. Additionally, Gluten-Free non-perishable food donations will be accepted to restock the Gluten Free Emergency Food Pantry at Metropolitan Ministries in Tampa. March 24, 2018 Eggstravaganza - Pinecrest, Florida
Be a part of Miami-Dade’s most exciting day of mayhem and madness at Pinecrest Gardens’ Annual Eggstravaganza presented by Williamson Automotive - the biggest and the best egg hunt in town. Over 50,000 eggs featured at scheduled egg hunts throughout the day, along with prizes, face painting, balloon art, interactive games, music, arts and crafts, our petting zoo, story-telling, delicious food, and even a wild life show. It's a virtual wonderland of activities.
March 24-25, 2018 Taste of the Sea & Sandy Shoes Seafood Festival
Fort Pierce, Florida
WARNING: Website has loud autoplay music. The festival looks to be an annual Ft Pierce tradition and features great food, music, exhibits, arts and crafts and so much more! March 24-25, 2018 9th Annual Halifax Oyster Jam Music Festival
Daytona Beach, Florida
Join us for delicious oysters, live music, and a good time all for a great cause! This festival helps raise awareness and restore the local oyster population and the importance they play in the ecosystem.
2016 FLORIDA - MARCH 2016
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS & LOCAL FOOD EVENTS
these events are waiting for new datesMarch 12, 2016 Clayton's Crab Company 4th Annual Cajun festival
Rockledge, Florida
Clayton’s Crab Company is hosting their 4th Annual Cajun Festival on March 12, 2016. There will be a live Cajun band performing (The Porch Dogs), a huge kids zone (The Home Depot kids workshop, Monster Trucks and so much more), there will be over 60 arts and craft vendors, over 15 food vendors. There will also be Airboats on display, a car show, and a wood carving demo and so much more. This is a free event and free parking. If you have any questions please feel free to call us at 321-639-0161. We are located at 5775 South US 1 Rockledge FL 32955.
March 19, 2016 Great Atlantic Festival - Jacksonville Beach, Florida
This is now a music festival.
2015 FLORIDA - March 2015
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events
these events are waiting for new datesMarch 15, 2015 Pass the Plate: The FHM Passover Cook-off
St. Petersburg, Florida
Recipes help keep our links to the past alive. Celebrate the 1st Annual FHM Passover Cook-off with special recipes from local Survivors. The public will have a chance to taste the dishes and vote on their favorites. Author Joanne Caras will help kick off the new competition, and share her experiences compiling The Holocaust Survivor Cookbook, which is filled with Survivors’ recipes and stories to pass down to future generations. Free to all.
March 29, 2015 Spring IBA Membership Meeting - Orlando, Florida
Join us and return with information and tools to address the most pressing challenges of the baking industry. The Spring Meeting features discussion of the best methods to motivate the next generation of baking business leaders. Learn the future path of genetically modified wheat and other baking ingredients at the Spring Meeting. Over lunch, get the latest political predictions for Congress and the Presidency! |
