Sopchoppy Worm Gruntin’ Festival

Prepare to get down and dirty at the Sopchoppy Worm Gruntin’ Festival, the quirky Florida tradition that proves you can indeed charm an earthworm out of the ground. Officially known as the Worm Gruntin’ Capital of the World, Sopchoppy invites families, locals, and curious travelers to witness the legendary technique of driving a wooden stob into the earth and rubbing it with a metal iron to summon the famed bait. Beyond the wiggly main event, this vibrant, small-town spectacular bursts with foot-stomping live music, local artisans, sizzling food vendors, and a morning fun run. Capped off with the crowning of the Worm Gruntin’ King or Queen and an evening at the Worm Grunters’ Ball, this one-of-a-kind gathering is a guaranteed hit for all ages.