[JC and John]

We went last year. It was crowded and we walked a huge distance to get into grounds. It was ok and can say we have been there done that. Will not do again. The make it yourself strawberry shortcake was good but you had to stand over folks who were sitting in hopes they would leave soon so you could finally sit down and enjoy your dessert. Go, have yourself a good time and you too can say "been there done that."

[Polar Bear]

Sounds like nobody goes there any more...it's too crowded.

[justjim]

Originally Posted by Polar Bear

Sounds like nobody goes there any more...it's too crowded.

To each his own but I think the Strawberry Festival is an event that you should go at least once. We enjoyed the entertainment and the various strawberry dishes. Best tip----go early and do "your thing" before the crowds get real big and you get to park close and avoid the longer walks.

[cordenny]

My husband and I went to the Strawberry Festival on Tuesday. We found a good parking place for $10. We had a short walk and found the Amish Baking Company and had the best glazed donut ever with a cup of coffee. We had these at The Florida State Fair too. It was worth the drive just for the homemade giant donut. We walked around and looked at the exhibits. They had The Golden Boys concert (Frankie Avalon, Fabian, and Bobby Rydell). We stood in line an hour before the show. They opened the gate and we got to sit in the bleachers for free. We rented a seat cushion for $1. It was a great show. Plenty of strawberries and strawberry gooey desserts and all the fair food.

[billethkid]

We were going to suck it up and throw the dice for tomorrow/Saturday.

Then......we discovered tomorrow is kids free day....through high school!

Plan 'B'. 2017 during the week!!!

[Polar Bear]

Originally Posted by justjim

To each his own but I think the Strawberry Festival is an event that you should go at least once...

I hope my little Yogiism wasn't totally lost.

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by cordenny

My husband and I went to the Strawberry Festival on Tuesday. We found a good parking place for $10. We had a short walk and found the Amish Baking Company and had the best glazed donut ever with a cup of coffee. We had these at The Florida State Fair too. It was worth the drive just for the homemade giant donut. We walked around and looked at the exhibits. They had The Golden Boys concert (Frankie Avalon, Fabian, and Bobby Rydell). We stood in line an hour before the show. They opened the gate and we got to sit in the bleachers for free. We rented a seat cushion for $1. It was a great show. Plenty of strawberries and strawberry gooey desserts and all the fair food.

We went years ago. But your review makes me want to drive over first thing in the morning. You've put a bounce back in my step - it must be a sugar high.

Thanks for the reminder of a past fun time.