2nd Annual Cabbage, Potato, & Bacon Festival Returns April 26-27
ST. AUGUSTINE, Florida (March 3, 2025) – Get ready for the most delicious festival around! The Cabbage, Potato, and Bacon Festival returns to Hastings Main Street with delicious new events and the return of beloved favorites. The 2nd Annual Cabbage, Potato, and Bacon Festival is Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th on North Main Street in downtown Hastings, Florida.
“We are so proud of how this event has grown in just one year,” says Jena Dennis, Chair of the Hastings Main Street Board of Directors. “It’s the most exciting blend of traditional events and modern new experiences, all designed to celebrate the rich agricultural history of Hastings and the surrounding area.”
Rooted Elegance: A Benefit Dinner for Hastings Main Street | April 25 | 6pm
Presented by Viva Hospitality in collaboration with the James Beard Foundation. It features a one-of-a-kind menu prepared by notable chefs inspired by local history and ingredients. Buy Rooted Elegance tickets here.
2025 Spud Run | April 26 | 7am
Run through the Hastings countryside with a 15k, 10k, 5k, and 1-mile Cabbage Crawl Fun Run. Register here.
Taste of Hastings Brunch & Live Cooking Demos | April 26 | 11am-2pm
Enjoy mouthwatering bites showcasing cabbage, potatoes, and bacon from nine talented chefs as well as live cooking demonstrations from Chefs John Rivers and Art Smith. Buy Brunch Tasting tickets here.
The Great Hastings “Mow Down” | April 26 | 12-4:30pm
Rev up your engines for the lawn mower races and Mow Down Parade. Register to participate here.
Saturday Evening Family-Style Dinner | April 26 | 5-9pm
Hosted by Chef Hari Pulapaka and featuring five local chefs, this unforgettable dinner celebrates the farm-to-table journey and the tradition of family supper. Buy Family Style Dinner tickets here.
The Miss Potato Queen Beauty Pageant | April 27 | 12-4:30pm
Watch contestants compete for the Miss Potato Queen crown. Register to participate here.
Cottage Artisans Market | April 26, 10am-5pm & April 27, 10am-4pm
Peruse wares including local art, produce, soaps, and handcrafted goods from a variety of makers. There will be live music, food trucks, and more.
Please visit here to learn more about the 2nd Annual Cabbage, Potato, and Bacon Festival. Interested vendors may register here. This event is presented with support from the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council, St. Johns Cultural Council, and other notable sponsors.
ABOUT HASTINGS MAIN STREET: Hastings Main Street is a community-driven non-profit dedicated to improving historic downtown Hastings and the surrounding communities by engaging residents, activating vacant spaces to support small business growth, maintaining its historic rural character, and creating a welcoming environment for all residents and visitors. Photos to accompany the press release can be found here. To learn more, visit HastingsFL.org and follow along on social media @HastingsMainStreetInc
