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Girl's Night Out
Hometown Grounds presents Girls Night Out! Gather your girlfriends and get ready for a night of fun, food, and mocktails. This event will take place at Hometown Grounds and is $40 per person to attend. All supplies, food, & drinks are included. Registration is required. Girls Night Out will be Friday, September 26th from 7pm to 9pm. For more information, contact Hometown Grounds at (904) 454-1497 or stop by and see them at 138 E. Call Street in downtown Starke.
Join the Fun as a Vendor
The North Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce is taking applications for vendors for The Great Pumpkin Escape. Get your application in and secure your vending location now!! Contact Mrs. Pam at the chamber by calling (904) 964-5278 or email her at pam@northfloridachamber.com
The Great Pumpkin is Coming!
Every year, The Great Pumpkin Escape brings fun, community fellowship, costumes, and CANDY to Call Street in Starke. This year is no different. Mark your calendar to attend October 25, 2025 from 5pm to 8pm. The Great Pumpkin Escape is presented by the North Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce & the Starke Downtown Merchants. This event is FREE to attend. Vendor applications are available through the North Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce by calling (904) 964-5278 or via email at pam@northfloridachamber.com
What We're Known For
Starke is often recognized for its strawberries and agricultural ties. With an annual Strawberry Festival and the Bradford County Agricultural Fair, Starke is a successful agricultural community that boasts farmers growing crops from hay to deer! Starke is also very well known for the Florida Department of Corrections. Many residents are or were employed by the FDOC and have held prosperous careers over the years. To all of our first responders and correctional staff, we thank you!
History
In November 1857, the first post office in the area was established by George W. Cole. In 1859, Cole obtained 40 acres of land around the post office, which were described in his documents as the "Original Town of Starke." Often known for the electric chair (aka Ol' Sparky) in the Department of Corrections, Starke continues to grow and thrive to this day. Our small town has more to offer than just a rusty old chair, so come check us out!!
Entertainment and More!
If you're looking to have a good time, Starke boasts a low-cost movie theater, multiple bars, restaurants, and events for every season! Take a stroll through the Historic Downtown Starke once you've enjoyed all the sights. Don't mind the uneven brick roads, we love them here!