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Tampa Food Festival 2026
February 18 @ 12:00 pm - February 28 @ 5:00 pm
The 2026 Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival (April 7–11, 2026) promises a premier culinary experience, featuring elite chefs, local flavors, and scenic waterfront tastings. Highlights include the “Rock the Range” event with Chef Robert Irvine, a “Breaking Bread” brunch, and the Grand Tasting at Curtis Hixon Park, supporting the EAT SMART program.
- Signature Events:
- April 7: Experience St. Pete.
- April 8: Experience Tampa.
- April 9: “Rock the Range” at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa with Chef Robert Irvine.
- April 10: “Breaking Bread with Heroes” Breakfast & Chef Showdown at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
- April 11: Grand Tasting at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
- Experience: A multi-day event showcasing top culinary talent, local chefs, and diverse wines.
- Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival (March 6 – May 10, 2026): Weekends featuring unique food, drinks, and live concerts.
- Tampa Bay Jewish Food Festival (Feb 22, 2026): Celebrating traditional cuisine like latkes and cuban sandwiches.
- Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival (Feb 2026): Features celebrity guests and culinary showcases.
Content Marketing Ideas
- Social Media Campaign: Use hashtags #TBWFF2026, #TampaEats, and #VisitTampaBay.
- Video Content: Create behind-the-scenes clips with featured chefs preparing signature dishes.
- Focus On Local: Highlight Tampa’s famous Cuban sandwiches and Gulf Coast seafood.
