Tomato Fest Heats Up Fayetteville With Salsa and Tastings
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Tomato Fest marks the peak of the season, and Fayetteville celebrates with a lineup built for anyone who takes their salsa seriously.
THE DEETS
đź“… Saturday, September 12, 2026
đź•‘ 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
đź“Ť Downtown Fayetteville Square, 1 E Center St, Fayetteville, AR 72701
đź”— More info
Chef Alberto Brings the Heat
Chef Alberto of Margaret’s Juan Rose leads a cooking demo on site, giving you a firsthand look at how he works with tomatoes in the kitchen. Come early to grab a spot near the front.
Taste Your Way Through Tomato Season
A tomato tasting runs throughout the morning, so you can sample what’s fresh and decide what belongs in your own kitchen.
Salsa Showdown Puts Your Taste Buds to Work
A salsa contest rounds out the day, and you get to taste and weigh in as the entries roll in.
Follow Chef Alberto and Margaret’s Juan Rose on Instagram or Facebook for a preview of what he’s cooking up before Tomato Fest hits Fayetteville.
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