The 2024 Open House will be held at the Kumquat Growers packing house in St. Joseph from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Thursday, January 25th, 2024 and on Friday, January 26th, 2024 (the day before the Kumquat Festival).

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Schedule and events subject to change. Please check back prior to the event

“Origin and History of the Kumquat”
Waiting area for the grove tour 

Listen to an informative talk on the origin and history of kumquats in the Dade City area. Also learn about the different types of kumquats and how they are used. (approx 15 min).

Grove Tour
Tours every 15 minutes from 9:30 until 3:00

A tour of a kumquat grove. This tour will cover the planting, maintenance and care of kumquat trees for commercial production. (approx 15 min.)

Packing House Tour
At the end of the grove tour

A tour of the Packing House which will explain how kumquats are picked, processed, packaged and shipped. (approx 10 min.)

World War II Military Vehicles 
Static Display

View and learn about how these vehicles were used in World War II.

 

University of Florida 
Horticulture Exhibit

View and learn about how these vehicles were used in World War II.

 

Local Vendors

Enjoy food, drink, and unique products from local vendors.