5th Annual Wellborn Cornbread Festival
Set for November 7
Chili and cornbread taste testers line up to vote for their favorites! -SVT Archived 2023 Photo
By Tami Stevenson
Get ready for a day filled with good food, great music, classic cars, and plenty of hometown fun as the Wellborn Community Association presents the 5th Annual Wellborn Cornbread Festival on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Andrews Square, located at 1340 8th Avenue in Wellborn, Florida 32094.
The festival promises something for the whole family, with plenty of activities, entertainment, and delicious food to enjoy throughout the day.
Visitors can start their morning with a delicious Blueberry Pancake Breakfast, beginning at 7:30 a.m., for just $6 before exploring everything the festival has to offer.
One of the day’s highlights will be the Cornbread and Chili Cook-Off, where contestants will compete for cash prizes of $350 for first place, $200 for second place, and $150 for third place.
Other attractions include the Wellborn Country Store, live music by the Rock Bluff Band, a Toys for Tots Cake Auction, a Children’s Corner with pony rides, craft vendors, and plenty of food.
Classic car enthusiasts won’t want to miss the People’s Choice Classic Car and Truck Show, with proceeds benefiting the Wellborn Scholarship Fund.
Whether you’re coming for the cornbread, the cars, the crafts, or simply to spend time with friends and neighbors, the festival offers a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the community spirit that makes Wellborn special.
In the event of rain, the festival’s rain date is Sunday, November 8, 2026.
For additional information, visit www.wellborn.cc or contact: Chairman/President Mayso Martin: 386-965-4253 or Anita Leonard: 386-288-3721 Email:
This Saturday, come hungry, bring the family, and enjoy a day of good food, great people, and a day of wholesome community fun!
Shoppers browse a variety of vendor booths, discovering unique treasures and one-of-a-kind finds. -SVT Archived 2023 Photo
