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Dates:
June 13, 2026
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Location:
Downtown
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Time:
June 13
A plethora of events surround Jacksonville’s annual tomato festival, creating an atmosphere of celebration throughout the week in “Tomatoville.” Much of the attractions line Commerce Street and lead away from the lawn of the award-winning and iconic Tomato Bowl stadium. Festival highlights include: five blocks of vendors; food; a farmers market; fried green tomatoes; tomato eating, peeling, and packing contests; a salsa contest, the best homegrown contest; live entertainment; a talent show; car and motorcycle shows; soccer and tennis tournaments; a history display; the Top Tomato Poster Contest, and an annual street dance. The most popular feature of Tomato Fest is the renowned Jacksonville tomatoes.
