- November 27, 2024
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Potatoes are part of Flagler County’s roots. For more than a century, the spud was a staple crop and remains an important agricultural feature and iconic representation of the county’s agricultural heritage.
To celebrate the county's agricultural roots, the fourth-annual Potato Festival will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 19, outside at Bunnell City Hall, at the intersection of East Court and South Lemon Streets, in downtown Bunnell.
The Bunnell Chamber of Commerce, the city of Bunnell and the Flagler County Chamber of Commerce are hosts of the event, and the presenting sponsor is Politis & Matovina.
There will be a kids’ area with inflatable's and a lineup of spud-friendly games throughout the day. The mashed potato eating and sculpting contests are two festival favorites with competitors and spectators alike.
Political candidates and incumbents will prepare and share their favorite potato dishes during the Political Potato Cook Off. Spectators can vote for your favorite with free samples until the food runs out.
Schedule:
10-11:00 a.m.— Potato Pageant
11:30 a.m. — Bunnell Township Parade
12:30 p.m. — Live entertainment by The Porchdogs
1:00 p.m. — Political Potato Cook Off (food samples while supplies last)
1:30 p.m. —Mashed potato eating contest
2-4 p.m. —Sack and relay races
2:30 p.m. —Mashed potato sculpting contest
Other events this weekend are:
FPCHS Spring Musical "Oliver!" — 7 p.m. Friday, May 18 and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at Flagler Auditorium, 5500 E. State Road 100. (For the story, click here.)
'In Praise of Music' — 7 p.m. Friday, May 18, at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 156 N. Florida Park Drive. A free concert by the Community Chorus of Palm Coast. Includes inspiring songs about music and its power to enrich our lives. Pop, sacred and classical styles. Donations welcome. Visit www.communitychorusofpalmcoast.org or call 569-8657. (For the story, click here.)
Pool Safety Day — all day, May 19, at Frieda Zamba Swimming Pool, 339 Parkview Drive. Guests are invited to pay only $1 for a full day of pool games and learning traditional pool safety tips in the water. A demo of Learn to Swim mini-classes will also be offered. Visit www.discoverpalmcoast.com or call 986-4741 for details.
A1A Cleanup — 8 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at Hammock Community Center, 79 Malacompra Road. Report between 8-9 a.m. to check in and get bags, gloves and assignments. The Hammock Conservation Coalition A1A cleanup provides Flagler County residents and visitors a more beautiful viewscape and prevents wildlife from ingesting plastic and other debris. Call 446-7493.
Wounded Warrior Walk — 8 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at Flagler Palm Coast High School, 5500 E. State Road 100. The walk is a 5.5 mile loop through Town Center, connecting to Flagler County’s Lehigh Trail and returning to the school. A shorter loop is available for those who want to support a relay team. Registration is $20 (relay teams $100) and includes a lunch at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 51 N. Old Kings Road, following the walk. Walkers are encouraged to sign up sponsors for each mile they walk. Visit www.flaglercounty.org or www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
'Amerikids' Children's Musical — 6 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at Palm Coast United Methodist Church, 5200 Belle Terre Parkway. "Amerikids" is designed to share the faith that made our country great and remind people of all ages about the early Americans' total trust in God. Call 445-1600.
'An Evening With…' — 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 19, at Hollingsworth Gallery, 160 Cypress Point Parkway. A City Repertory Theatre production. A cabaret atmosphere, with candlelit tables, fine wine and excellent entertainment. Cost is $12. (For the story, click here.)
For a full calendar, click here.
