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Bartram Trail Frolic and Festival
April 25 - April 26
Step back in time, embrace nature, and rediscover the St. Johns River at the St. Johns River Bartram Frolic & Festival — April 25–26, 2026 in Palatka, Florida!
This annual celebration brings William Bartram’s legacy to life through immersive experiences, outdoor adventure, live storytelling, history, and recreation along the Bartram Trail in Putnam County.
Discover the Bartram TrailGet out on the river and the trail! Explore the same landscapes that inspired Bartram through:
Kayaking Tours
Biking Tours
Guided Hiking
Bus Tours
Riverboat Tours & River Excursions
Festival Activities Include:• Live Music & Performances
• Nature-Based Exhibitors
• “Passport to the Past” Adventures
• Living History Reenactors
• Local Vendors, Makers & Artisans
• Bartram Society Exhibits & Interpretive Experiences
Location: Palatka Riverfront
Dates: April 25–26, 2026
Why We CelebrateThe Bartram Frolic & Festival honors the natural beauty, culture, and heritage that Bartram captured in his writings — encouraging visitors to reflect, explore, and engage with the St. Johns River in meaningful and recreational ways.
Come paddle, bike, stroll, learn, and connect with the landscapes that shaped our history and still inspire us today.
Bring the family. Bring a friend. Bring your curiosity.Let’s re-love our river’s heritage together.