2026 Florida Cracker Cattle Association Annual Gathering
About this Event
FLORIDA CRACKER CATTLE ASSOCIATION
Welcome to the 39th Annual Florida Cracker Cattle Association (FCCA) Gatherin' and 37th Annual Sale. Join us Friday, October 2, 2026, at the Withlacoochee Forestry Training Center for the Gatherin' which is our Annual Meeting. Be sure to bring your appetite, our traditional meal of prime rib dinner will be served in the Dining Hall from 5:15 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.. Registrations are available for the Friday Supper and the Gatherin' ($40 /adult, $15 for those 6-16) and must be pre-purchased; or Gatherin' only ($20) pre-purchase or in-person registration available. A Beef Brisket Lunch for Saturday, at the Sale Site, may be pre-purchased for an additional cost of $22.00. Friday supper and Saturday lunch meal tickets are limited so grab yours early.
Following Fridays' supper, the Annual Meeting will begin at 7:00 P.M.. We have a fun and enlightning program this year. Be sure to stick around for the fundraiser auction after the meeting.
Lodging: We have arranged special rates at two Hotels: YOU MUST CALL THE HOTEL LOCAL NUMBER TO MAKE YOUR OWN RESERVATIONS - Ask for the Florida Cracker Cattle Association special rate.
Hampton Inn
30301 Cortez Blvd., Ridge Manor, FL 352-796-1000
FCCA Rate: Standard Room: $120.00
Holiday Inn Express
30455 Cortez Blvd., Ridge Manor, FL 352-796-0455
FCCA Rate: Standard Room: $129.00
A Limited Number of rooms are available until September 21 or until all are spoken for = hurry!
Be sure to attend the Florida Cracker Cattle and Horse Auction that will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Sumter County Livestock Market in nearby Webster, FL. Viewing of stock begins at 10:00 am and the auction begins at 1:00 P.M.. There is no charge to attend, but remember to bid BIG, bring your checkbooks, and trailers to take a few head home with you. Oh yeah, don't forget to grab your registration paperwork and health certificates when settling with the cashiers office.
This in-person event is a great opportunity to connect with fellow members, share experiences, and gain valuable insights. Don't miss out on this fantastic event!
Be sure to check the ADD ONs tab for meal information.
Agenda
2026 Newsletter
Info: Please visit our website at: floridacrackercattle.org to learn more about this year's Gatherin' and Sale. We look forward to seeing you there.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 12.51 to USD 44.52
