A Shell  of a Good Time!

A Southern Extravaganza

Step out of your shell and into the fun at the       Great American Cooter Fest in the historic city     of Inverness. You’ll enjoy an overflow of outdoor events steeped deep in down-home Southern entertainment. Everything from a “Cootervette” show to a barbeque cook off will fill this marshy month with old-time activities. With dozens of festivals, races, parties and celebrations,           your fall is sure to be an unforgettable experience.So plan to join in the                excitement, because this little turtle knows              how to throw a big, countrified bash!

THE LEGEND OF THE COOTER

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Cooter news

  • Mark your calendars. The 2010 Great American Cooter Festival returns October 29-31. That's right...Cooterween is on Halloween this year! Twice the fun and excitement. Expect the same attractions that everyone raved about for the 2009 festival, as well as additional surprises. See you next time. And keep checking here for updates.
     
  • The 2009 Cooterween saw some of the most creative and elaborate costumes to date. From fruit bats to witches, to aliens and ladybugs, the audience was entertained. Here are the results.
     
  • Ah, the smell of charcoal and sizzling ribs. The 2009 Sunny Cooter's BBQ Cook Off was smokin', and judges had their hands full deciding winners. Here are the results.
     
  • Jessica Jarvis of Crystal River was named 2009 Miss Cooter on Friday, October 23 during Cooter Festival Kickoff Party on the Courthouse Square. Ricky Mitchell of Inverness won 2009 Cooter Idol during Saturday's finals at Liberty Park.   CONGRATULATIONS  to both!
     
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Daily Show Video

Check out the Cooter Festival on the Daily Show with Jon Stewart

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cooter Gallery

image Check out photos & videos from past and present Cooter Festivals.  Maybe you’ll spot someone you know! VIEW COOTER GALLERY

cooter Store

image Get authentic Cooter Festival gear here. Tshirts & much more.SHOP COOTER STORE  

                            

 

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