Mark R.
3/6/2019
Rotary did a great job making this event a huge success for our little home town Punta Gorda there were so many people that attended that it felt like the whole town was present... Thanks to all...
Taste of Punta Gorda
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Laishley Park
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Taste of Punta Gorda, based in Punta Gorda, FL, is renowned for hosting an eclectic food festival that brings together 20 to 30 local restaurants, dessert makers, food product vendors, artisans, crafters, and nonprofit organizations. Patrons can expect a vibrant atmosphere with a kids' zone and live music throughout the day, making it a delightful event for families and food enthusiasts alike.
Visitors can indulge in a wide array of offerings, including baked goods, ice cream, smoothies, lemonade, as well as arts, crafts, and nonprofit exhibits. The event also features an exciting kids' zone with activities like bounce houses, rock climbing, and laser tag, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.
The Taste serves as the primary annual fundraiser for the Punta Gorda Rotary Club, supporting local students, charitable organizations, and nonprofits in Punta Gorda and Charlotte County. Proceeds from the event are channeled towards various community initiatives, benefiting organizations such as Peace River Wildlife, Honor Flight of SWFL, and Habitat for Humanity, underscoring the event's significant impact on the local community.
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4.55 reviews
Susan S.
3/3/2019
Food music and more. Nice live music near a pretty marina. Bthrooms with running water that were not attended to, smelled awful not enough tissue and very unkempt. They needed seats and tent.
Penelope M.
3/14/2019
Great event! It was an all volunteer effort, but you never would have guessed it wasn't being run by professionals. What team work! Many kudos to 100+ volunteers who ran the event and a special...
Darcy H.
3/7/2019
Rotarians hit a home run with this event this year! Lots more food, entertainment had variety, and vendors were outstanding. Thanks to all who helped make this a great community event. See you...
Elaine L.
3/12/2019
It was an exceptional year, better organized, more restaurants and loved the VIP tent. Food choices were outstanding. Music all day. Doesn't get much better than that. And the proceeds go to many...
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