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Each year volunteers representing the local restaurant community host an event called “The Jacksonville FOODFIGHT” that features 50 of Jacksonville’s finest restaurants and beverage wholesalers/distributors who come together in friendly competition to “take a bite out of hunger” by raising funds and awareness for the Second Harvest Food Bank of North Florida. Learn More

2009 Event Information

The 19th Annual Jacksonville FOODFIGHT was held at the Crown Royal Touchdown Club from on Thursday, June 4, 2009. The event featured 45 local restaurants, beverage distributors and caterers engaging in a friendly competition showcasing their signature dishes. In addition to the fabulous food and spirits, there was live entertainment and a silent auction and raffle - both featuring an array of exciting items. More than 1,200 guests attended the event and enjoyed the samplings provided by the best in the industry. Nearly $75,000 was raised at the event - a record total - with all proceeds benefiting the Second Harvest Food Bank. Make plans to join us for the 20th Annual Jacksonville FOODFIGHT on June 10, 2010, and Take A Bite Out of Hunger!

Photos from 2009 event

Where?

Crown Royal Touchdown Club East at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium

Who?

50 of Jacksonville's finest restaurants and beverage wholesalers/distributors: see the list of who is participating in this year's event. Live entertainment will once again be provided by the band MID-LIFE CRISIS.

How?

General admission tickets are $60 and can be purchased at the door at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium.

Why?

All proceeds from the Jacksonville FOODFIGHT are used to help fight hunger in the Jacksonville community through the Second Harvest Food Bank of North Florida.

Check out last year's food fight