8 Delightful Food Festivals In Georgia That Will Satisfy You This Season
By Marisa Roman|Published October 20, 2016
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Marisa Roman
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
Food festivals are a pretty great way to explore the culinary adventures your state has to offer. Truth be told, in the state of Georgia, there are quite a few food festivals during the fall and winter months. People flock from all over to taste the culinary creations these restaurants and chefs have to offer. Take a look at a few of the best food festivals over the next few months in Georgia, and start getting hungry.
Many people flock to Atlanta for their annual Taste of Atlanta celebration. Every year, some of the best chefs in the city are able to showcase their culinary creativity with small plates, perfect for patron portions.
At this annual event in Wrens, Georgia, people gather together to suck down some succulent BBQ. Not only will their be some tangy grilled pork, but there is also a 5k walk/run and a pie eating contest to boot!
What can be better than Savannah, Georgia...wine...and food? Eat year the Savannah Food & Wine Festival is one of the most anticipated events for residents and visitors alike. It's here that you can peruse the beautiful charm of the city, while snacking on some fresh seafood, and exploring the Savannah culinary craft.
In Dawnsonville, Georgia, there is a festival that really can't be duplicated. This festival explores the moonshine era back in the day in Dawson County, and features loads of stories, history, and delicious food vendors throughout. It's a comprehensive festival for everyone!
In the little town of Hawkinsville, Georgia there is a Harvest Festival unlike any other. Besides the arts and crafts and the Spooktacular, there is also a chili cook off (YUM) and a dessert bake-off. Sign me up!
In Ocilla, Georgia you'll find a unique festival that has been honored since the late 1960s as a way to promote sweet potato farmers. Now, the entire festival has flourished into a parade, activities for kids, a Sweet Potato Cooking Contest, and even a competition for Miss Sweet Potato herself.
Rain or shine, it's time to get your pork on in Vienna, Georgia. The 35th Annual Big Pig Jig gathers pork cookers and pork eaters from all over the state to duke it out who serves up the best food. It's actually Georgia's oldest OFFICIAL barbecue cooking contest, so if you haven't checked it out yet, let this be your first year!
The coolest thing about the Woodstock Art & Wine Festival is that it is totally free to get in. Free admission to tons of artists, vendors, wine, and delectable food from all over the state. Did we mention the 30 different varieties of wine?
