9th Annual Big Mama’s Collard Greens Festival

Schedule

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 12:00 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Robert L. Taylor Community Complex | Sarasota, FL

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Save the Date, Sarasota!
The 9th Annual Big Mama’s Collard Green Festival is back on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex!
Come celebrate the rich flavors, traditions, and culture of our community with a day full of: ✔️ Legendary collard green recipes
✔️ A competitive cook-off featuring local chefs
✔️ Live entertainment showcasing local talent
✔️ Soul food from some of the best vendors around
✔️ Family fun in a welcoming, alcohol-free environment
This FREE event brings together Southern, Creole, Cajun, and Caribbean influences for a one-of-a-kind Sarasota tradition. Bring your lawn chairs, your appetite, and your love for community!
Details:
📍 Robert L. Taylor Community Complex
🗓 Saturday, October 18, 2025
⏰ 10 AM – 6 PM
💚 Admission is FREE
Follow us for updates, sneak peeks at the food, and ways to get involved. We can’t wait to see you at Big Mama’s!
Learn more at https://www.newtownnation.com/news-events/big-mamas-collard-greens-fest-about/
Sponsorship and Vendor Opportunities Available.
#BigMamasFestival #SarasotaEvents #CollardGreens #SoulFoodFestival #SupportLocal #SarasotaFL
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Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, 1845 34th St, Sarasota, FL 34234, United States

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