More Than a Festival

2026 Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival



The 2026 Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival takes place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, during Presidents’ Day weekend and Black History Month. Now in its ninth year, the free, family-friendly festival brings together over 18,000 attendees to celebrate Black culture, history, health equity, and community empowerment.



I ❤️ Collard Greens 5K & Fitness Extravaganza

Join us as we kick off Black History Month and TBGCF Inc. celebration week on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Lake Vista Park in St. Petersburg, FL. This exciting event is more than just a run, it’s a celebration of health, wellness, and community spirit for all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a beginner, or a family looking for a fun day out, there’s something for everyone!

What we do Since 2018

We are not just a festival.
We are a movement for better health, stronger families, and lasting community well being.


The Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival is a community-driven nonprofit that improves health outcomes by starting where transformation feels good with food, joy, movement, and culture. Through programs, partnerships, and an annual city-defining festival, we address the root causes of poor health, limited opportunity, and social isolation, one practical, sustainable change at a time.

We meet people where they are and walk with them toward better health, stronger connections, and a higher quality of life, not just for a day, but for a lifetime.

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