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Welcome to the March festivals page of California County Fairs and Festivals. This page contains the festivals that take place during March in the Golden State of California. This is a free website. It is free for those seeking a fair or festival and it is free for those that list their event. We strive to provide you with the most accurate information possible but these dates are subject to change due to circumstances beyond my control. If you find an error notify us at: here. Vendors can purchase a list with vendor contact information for festivals in California including dates, phone numbers, email and URLs for all events by the month or quarterly by visiting our store. If you can't find it on our site, use Google to help you find an event. Return to Home page __________________________ San Diego Bird FestivalDate: March 3-6, 2011 Time: Varies Address: Marina Village Conference Center 1936 Quivira Way, San Diego, CA 92109 Phone: (619) 222-1620 URL: http://www.sandiegoaudubon.org/birdfest.htm Mission statement from their site: “The San Diego Audubon Society is sponsoring the 12th San Diego Bird Festival. Our banquet keynote speaker will be Kenn Kaufman, photographer and author. We have added several new trips and workshops and are repeating our most popular events.” Map URL: Here _______________________Snow FestivalDate: March 4-13, 2011 Time: Various times Address: North Lake Tahoe, CA Phone: (530) 583-5605 URL: http://www.tahoesnowfestival.com/ Description: This festival lasts for ten-days and includes pancake breakfasts, fireworks, snow sculpture, and more. __________________________________________________________ Chilean Cultural FestivalDate: March Time: 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Address: Hall of Flowers 9th Ave. and Lincoln Way San Francisco, CA Phone: (415) 661-6909 URL: http://www.festivalculturalchileno.com/ Description: This festival features the wines, cuisine, music, folk-dancers, art and more from Chilean Culture. _______________________ Bok Kai FestivalDate: March 5 - 6, 2011 Time: varies Address: Marysville, CA Phone: (530) 742-1747 URL: http://www.bokkaifestival.com/home.htm Description from their site: “The popular parade, some say the oldest continuous one in America, will take place on Saturday, March 20, and will feature a variety of floats, cultural performances, and, of course, the famous Bok Kai dragon. Sunday, March 21, is Bomb Day, which traditionally falls on the second day of the second month (Yee Yeut Yee) of the Chinese Lunar Year.!” Vendor info: vendors@bokkaifestival.com ___________
Mendocino Whale FestivalDate: March 5-6, 2011 Time: Varies Address: Village of Mendocino Phone: 707-961-6300 URL: http://www.mendowhale.com/ Description from their site: “Food and Wine, Nature and Outdoors, Crafts on shore while Gray Whales migrate just offshore. Whale watching walks and cruises, wine and chowder tasting, arts and crafts fair, children's activities, more. Also see the Fort Bragg Whale Festival 3/19 - 3/20.” Directions from their site: http://www.gomendo.com/gettinghere/index.html _______________________ Date: March 12-13, 2011 Time: 10am - 6pm Address: At the Fairplex in Los Angeles County Phone: (310) 537-4240 URL: http://www2.la-irishfair.com/ Description from their site: “Celebrating its 7th year, The Irish Fair & Music Festival has become the largest festival of its kind in Southern California. With 9 stages featuring true Irish music from the likes of Gaelic Storm, Skelpin', The Mulligans, Diane the Bard, and many more. Back again this year, we are featuring the Cripple Creek Cloggers and the McCartan School of Dance. Also this year, Sheepherding Demonstrations, an Irish Dog Show, the largest Irish Import Street in the west, Leprechaun Village, Pipers and the Celtic Arts Center with fine Irish dinning.” _______________________ Mariposa Storytelling FestivalDate: March 11-13, 2011 Time: varies Address: Mariposa, CA Phone: 800-903-9936 URL: http://www.arts-mariposa.org/storytelling.html Description from their site: “Our featured storytellers for 2005 will once again be a delectable mix of Mariposa favorites and internationally acclaimed storytellers making their first appearance in our tiny town. Traveling all the way from Berkeley will be a favorite teller treasured for her tales from a wide range of cultures and traditions—and who is the co-founder of the Bay Area Storytelling Festival. She’ll be joined by an award winning teller, teacher and author from Evanston, IL, whose personal stories and historical pieces are stunning yet filled with caring humor. Our third featured storyteller is a native of Brazil who now lives in Portland, ME. His lithe body can animate a whole story full of characters supported by a ringing tenor to give them voice.” _____________ Date: March 12, 2011 Time: 2pm - 7pm Address: 1201 N. Vine St. Los Angeles, CA Phone: (213) 915 - 8003 URL: www.stpattysfest.com
Description: A day to celebrate the Irish Culture in LA. Drinking, feasting and having a good time with live entertainment and lots of breweries, wineries, tequilas and spirits. Slainte! _______________________
Calaveras Celtic FaireDate: March 11-13, 2011 Time: Sat. 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Address: Sonora Fairgrounds Sonora, CA Phone: 800-446-1333 URL: http://www.calaverascelticfaire.com/ Description: According to their web site, the Calaveras Celtic Faire is the oldest and largest Celtic Faire in California. The events include jousting, longbow archery, modern clans, living history, ethnic food, drinks, and dancing. Directions from their site: http://www.calaverascelticfaire.com/info.html _______________________ St. Patrick's Day FestivalDate: March 12-13, 2011 Time: 9-5 Address: 100 Civic Center Plaza, Dublin, Cal. Phone: (925) 556-4508 URL: http://www.ci.dublin.ca.us/index.aspx?nid=293 _______________________ Annual La Quinta Arts Festival Date: March 13, 2011 Time: 10 am to 5 pm daily Address: La Quinta Civic Center Campus in La Quinta La Quinta, CA 92253 Phone: (760) 564-1244 (760) 564-6884 FAX URL: http://www.lqaf.com/ Description from the organizers: "Rated one of Top 10 Fine Art Fairs & Festivals in the United States by AmericanStyle Magazine Readers’ Poll in 2006 – 250 of the Nation’s Fine Contemporary Fine Arts & Crafts Artists will exhibit their talent in the stunning setting of the Civic Center Campus. Adults $10; multi day passes are $15. Free and Valet Parking available." _______________Capay Valley Almond FestivalDate: March 13, 2011 (second weekend in March) Time: Varies Address: Several events in Esparto, Guinda, and Rumsey Phone: (530) 787-3242 URL: http://www.espartoregionalchamber.com/AlmondFestival.aspx Description: This festival has grown over the years and is a popular event that features fairs, food, and almonds. This jamboree was a personal favorite growing-up. _________________________________ St. Patrick’s Day ParadeDate: March 12, 2011 Time: Parade begins at 11:30 a.m. and the festival runs from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Email: mailto:SFStPatricksDay@hotmail.com Address: Market Street San Francisco, CA Phone: 415-675-9885 URL: http://www.sfstpatricksdayparade.com/ Description: This St. Patrick’s Day Parade is the big one, more than 100,000 people turn out to watch this parade. _______________________ Fort Bragg Whale FestivalDate: March 19-20, 2011 Time: varies Address: Fort Bragg, CA Phone: N/A URL:http://www.mendowhale.com/ Description from their site: “Whale watching walks and cruises, crafts, microbrew beer tasting, children's activities, classic car show and more.” _______________________ A Taste of YountvilleDate: March 19, 2011 Time: 11 am – 5 pm Address: Washington Street. Yountville, CA Phone: 707-944-0904 URL: Taste of Yountville Description from their site: “Celebrate the food, wine, art, and the rich, unique agricultural and historical bounty of the Napa Valley! The Mustard Season offers a full palette of food, wine, art, entertainment, and cultural activities staged throughout the world-famous grape growing region when fields, vineyards, and hillsides are vibrant with wild mustard in bloom.” __________________________________________________________ Murphys Irish DaysDate: March 19, 2011 Time: 8am-5pm Address: Main St. Murphys, CA Phone: (209) 728-8471 URL: http://www.murphysirishdays.org/ Description from their site: “Each year thousands of people from Northern California and beyond gather in the historic gold rush town of Murphys to honor its Celtic heritage and to celebrate as only the Irish can. Its picturesque Main Street is filled with booths offering hand crafted items, original art, photographs, tasty food, wine, and other beverages." Vendors: irishdaybooths@yahoo.com
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Ramona Music FestDate: Moved to April 9, 2011 Time: 2-6 pm Address: Dos Picos county park, Ramona, CA Phone: 760-788-2889 URL: http://ramonamusicfest.org/ Description from their site: “Join us for a lively afternoon of sun, fun, and music on Saturday, March 28, 2009, when the Ramona Music Fest is held at the bandstand in Dos Picos Park, off Highway 67 in Ramona!” _______________________ Dandelion DaysDate: March 19 - 20, 2011 Time: varies Address: Main Street Jackson, CA Phone: (209) 223-1706 URL: http://www.jacksonlionsclub.org/ Description from their site: “The town of Jackson celebrates Dandelions and the Irish over this weekend. _______________________
Date: Sunday, March 20, 2011 Time: 11:00am to 5:00pm Address: 5625 Gaddy Lane Kelseyville, Ca. 95451 Phone: 707-279-0483 URL: www.kelseyvilleolivefestival.com Description: Experience a day of family fun focused on the magnificent olive. Tour the Kelseyville Olive Mill and 7 acre olive orchard while learning about the history, cultivation, processing, types, uses, and health benefits of olives and olive products. Sample local olive products and vote for your favorite, get involved in an olive oil sensory evaluation or cooking demo, visit arts and crafts booths, and join the fun in our olive pit-spitting contest! There will also be a silent auction and a raffle. The event is free! Local beer and wine tasting will be available for a $10 fee. Proceeds will benefit the Lake Family Resource Center. _______________________ Spring Blossom FestivalDate: March 26-27, 2011 Time: Sat. and Sun. 10 am – 5 pm Address: Shinzen Friendship Garden Phone: 559-226-8034 URL: http://www.shinzenjapanesegarden.org Description from their site: “This annual event occurs on the weekend closest to the Equinox, when the Spring section especially is ablaze with color. Blooming cherry and crabapple trees, yellow forsythia, kerria (Japanese rose) and miniature daffodils will be dressed in their glowing color. The Teahouse (one of the only two authentic teahouses in the United States), is open for viewing, and Docents are available to assist visitors and answer questions pertaining to the Garden. The Bonsai show will be held in conjunction with the Spring Blossom Festival. This is an opportunity to view over 100 specimens of beautiful and extraordinary Bonsai. Also enjoy educational demonstrations and sales.” __________________________________ Return to Home page Find Fairs in California
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