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Jerk & Jam Festival 2026
Oaks Mall · 6419 New Berry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605Accepting vendorsAbout this event
Jerk & Jam Festival
Jerk & Jam Festival is a free, family-friendly, two-day community event at the Oaks Mall in Gainesville, Florida. Held November 14-15, 2026, from noon to 6 p.m., it centers on Caribbean and jerk cuisine alongside live entertainment and shopping with local vendors.
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- Food Vendors / Trucks
- Product Vendors
- Baked Goods Vendors
- Information Only Vendors
- Paparazzi Consultant
- Lemonade Vendors
- Italian Ice / Slush Vendors
- Cigar Vendor
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- Required documents and form questions
- Organizer email and phone
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