Welcome to the May festivals page of California County Fairs and Festivals. This page contains the festivals that take place during May in the Golden State of California.
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Description from the publicists: "The Annual Norway Day Festival is around the corner. We are excited to present you many new events and entertainers this year. In addition to a fantastic day time schedule we are also excited to present the evening events. Friday night we kick off the weekend with a concert. On Saturday the four visiting chefs will dazzle guests with their delicious dinner. Space for the evening events are limited so make sure you buy your tickets today."
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The Shasta Damboree
Date: Saturday May 1, 2010 Time: All day Address: City of Shasta Lake, California. Phone: 530 949-2759 email: secretary@shastadamboree.org URL: http://www.shastadamboree.org
Description: Our Damboree event takes place the fist Saturday in May every year. We start with a great Pancake Breakfast at our local fire hall followed by a Parade and then we move to the Day at The Park where you will find great food, craft vendors and plenty of entertainment. Bring your chairs and a blanket to lay down and have a picinc on and plan on spending the entire day enjoying our local weather, food, fair vendors and entertainment.
Description from the publicists: "Since 1979, the Endangered Species Faire has commemorated Earth Day with a full-day of exhibits, activities, presentations and entertainment. Between 6,000 and 10,000 individuals of all ages visit and participate in Northern California's oldest annual environmental fair held at Cedar Grove in Bidwell Park. The Faire is designed to give local school classrooms, government agencies, environmental organizations and community groups a public forum to present information on ecology, wildlife and a host of environmental issues."
Monterey Wine Auction & Gala Date: May 8, 2010 Time: 5 - 10 pm Location: Mission Ranch on Dolores in Carmel, Ca Email: info@montereywines.org Phone:831-375-9400 URL: www.montereywines.org Description: see below
Attendance: 21 & up
The Monterey County Vintners and Growers Foundation (MCVGF) invites guests to don bellbottoms and beads, and get their disco shoes on, for the annual Monterey Wine Auction and Gala on Saturday, May 8 from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Mission Ranch in Carmel.
Not just an intimate gourmet dinner with wine industry insiders, this event also serves a uniquely humanitarian purpose with a live and silent auction to benefit a handful of worthy causes: College scholarships for children of Monterey County agriculture employees, agriculture studies through the American Vineyard Foundation, viticulture research through the University of California Monterey Outreach Office, and other non-profit organizations throughout the community.
“At this annual event, the MCVGF membership also recognizes a prominent Monterey County viticulture leader for his or her contributions to the industry, community, and causes that are supported by the Foundation. This year's honoree will be Rich Smith, President of Paraiso Vineyards and Valley Farm Management. Rich came to Monterey County in 1973 and saw the potential for what a great viticulture area the region could become. Nearly 40 years later, his dreams are being realized as Monterey Wine Country continues to be showcased on the national and international stage as a “go-to” County for sought after grapes and wines.
Tickets to the Auction & Gala are $150. Further details on the event can be found by calling the Monterey County Vintners and Growers Foundation at 831.375.9400 or info@montereywines.org. Space is limited and the Auction & Gala sells out each year. Early ticket purchase is encouraged.
Description from their website:"The mission of the Whole Earth Festival is to envision and create a community driven festival of education, music, and art. We will ensure that as little ‘waste’ as possible is generated during this festival. We will cultivate amazing organic produce grown in the WEF garden into tasty, nutritional meals to feed volunteers, staff, & performers, while making it both yummy and educational."
Description from their website: "This is Kern county's largest event of it's kind to educate parents on everything from pregnancy to preschool. This years event will benefit The Ronald McDonald House here in Bakersfield.
Click here for detailed event information."
Description: If the chili isn’t hot enough at this event you can spice it up more with salsas. If your taste buds need cooling-off, try a beer from one of the fourteen breweries planning to attend.
Description: This festival celebrates the importance of artichokes to Castroville, and you will find it fried, sautéed, grilled, pickled, and creamed. Artichokes aren’t the only thing being shown off at this two-day event, you’ll see a classic car show, a parade on Sunday, musical entertainment, and fun for the entire family.
Description: The Sequoia Foodie Fest promotes the diversity of California's agricultural commodities. Our theme, “California's Most Delicious Adventure”, showcases local celebrity chef cook-offs, food & wine pairings, demonstrations & samplings, local law enforcement Iron Chef contest, life-sized citrus sculptures, live music, kids entertainment. Funds benefit: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sequoias
Address: Baldwin Street and Griffin Ave. Lincoln Heights, CA
Castroville, CA
Email: info@artichoke-festival.org
Phone: (831) 633-2465 • Fax (831) 633-0485
URL: http://www.artichoke-festival.org/index.html
Description: Families of all races and ethnicity have being invite to participate in a fraternal environment to enjoy a variety of Avocado food recipes, free health screenings for the whole family, free gifts, Carnival Rides & Games, live music and a variety of products, services and information provided by all type of exhibitors.y.
Description from their site: “The California Strawberry Festival kicks off summer fun the weekend of May 14 & 15, 2005 at the picturesque Strawberry Meadows of College Park in Oxnard – California's Strawberry Coast.”
Address: Downtown San Carlos
600 to 700 blocks of Laurel Street in San Carlos, CA
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Description from the publicists: "Downtown San Carlos gets artsy as it presents the 8th annual Sidewalk Festival June 17-19 beginning at 10 a.m. The free events, sponsored by the San Carlos Chamber of Commerce takes places along the 600 and 700 blocks of Laurel Street. More than 70 award-winning artists will be displaying their watercolors, handcrafted jewelry, photographs, sculptures, reversible dolls and much more. For the kids, doll maker Beth Kappas will be telling stories and using her dolls as props. This is going to be a family-affair, so don’t miss out. "
Description from Greg Leiser: "Artists from all over California will be selling their exquisite gourd art, gourd supplies and tools.
Free demonstrations from expert gourd artists. Musical performance by the Putah Creek Crawdads. On-site food service. Gourd art classes being offered..must pre-register.
Children's Gourd Crafting Corner. The California Gourd Society will be sponsoring, for the first time, a Northern California Section Gourd Art Display." Parking and admission are free.
Description: The 32nd annual Boogie on the Bayou Festival will rock downtown Campbell the weekend of May 22nd and 23rd. This popular Cajun-inspired celebration draws attendees from all over the Bay Area to enjoy the authentic food, live entertainment, unique arts and crafts and the enormous family fun zone.
Vendor information: Variety of food, drink, arts & crafts, music and more.
Description from their site: “Our event takes place Memorial Day Weekend each year. Approximately 700 mules will compete in 169 events, during the nation’s premier mule show. Bob Tallman and Bob Feist will take the microphone, educate and entertain crowds that have grown in excess of 30,000 fans.
The country stars appear at our concert on Thursday night. The country’s longest running non-motorized parade takes place Saturday morning at 10:00 right down Main St. in Bishop. Mule shows begin on Tuesday and end Sunday night. The eleven mule shows consist of: western, youth, English, cattle working, gaited, coon jumping, racing, musical tires, gymkhana, packing, shoeing, chariot racing, and driving. There are barbecues, country dances and an arts & crafts show. All taking place at the foot of the beautiful Eastern Sierra.”
Description: Annual Fiesta Days celebrates Vacaville’s Spanish and Mexican heritage. Come out and enjoy the Fiesta Days Parade, the largest parade held in the state of California. Family-fun carnival Thur-Sun at Andrews Park, Annual Classic Car Show, the Whiskerino Contest, Diaper Derby, Annual Dart Tournament, and the hottest contest around, the Onion and Jalapeno Pepper Eating Contest – Watch out, the traditional Jailhouse is back and looking for customers! Musical entertainment Thur-Sun at the CreekWalk.
Description: The annual California Festival of Beers at Avila Beach Resort, Avila Beach California benefiting Hospice of San Luis Obispo County. Features over 50 brewers and over 100 of their finest microbrewed creations. Admission includes souvenir beer glass and unlimited (but responsible) samples of offerings. Enjoy some of California's most beautiful settings while listening to the sounds of the featured bands. $40 before May7, $45 after. DD $10
Description: Cajun music, dancing, food, and fun at this free event at Rancho Santa Susana Park in Simi Valley. Visit their web site for more information (details still pending at this publishing).
Date: May 30-31, 2010
Time: 9-5
Address: San Ramon Community Center & Park
Email: caartists@earthlink.net
Phone: 650 348-7699
URL: www.caartists.com
Description: Arts & Crafts Festival, Children's Area, Kite Making, Hot Air Balloons, Food
Description: The Cherry Festival is a San Leandro tradition.
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