Santa Maria Strawberry Festival

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13 APR Sun 2025

3:00 PM

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The Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Festival is a celebration of our county’s number one commodity. Attendees can expect the traditional favorites including carnival rides, strawberry tasting, and the children’s art contest. The festival is a reflection of our community. We will be showcasing all businesses, big and small, to share their goods and services with an audience of tens of thousands of shoppers. The Center Stage is their opportunity to shine like a star. Performances are scheduled from noon until 10 PM daily.

Attractions:

Strawberry Eating Contest

FREE Strawberry Dessert Eating Contests- YUMMM!!

Held daily and open to all ages!

Live Musical Entertainment

Come listen to the variety of musical scheduled all three days of festival. Hip hop to country...there will be something for everyone to enjoy!

Carnival Rides

This year will have new and exciting carnival rides for all ages. Carnival open at noon each day. Carnival wristbands and carnival tickets will be for sale at the Festival in the Carnival area.

Extra Fun & Daring

Even been inside a Water Ball? Climbed a rock wall or get strapped into the bungee jump? This is your opportunity! All Day Long Attractions.

Strawberry Tasting

FREE Strawberry Tasting each day of the Festival inside The Park Plaza. Think all strawberries taste the same? Not so....go taste the yummy varieties for yourself.

Chalk Art Display - A gallery of strawberry themed masterpieces will be on display in area in front of the convention center. We know the little ones will be inspired and want to get in on the fun too, a children’s chalk area will be available near the artists and is included with Festival admission.

Classic Car Show - we are also proud to announce that we will be carrying on the “Strawberry Cruizin” theme with an expanded Classic Car Show! The car show will be held in the Convention Center and showcase

classic cars from 1930’s – 1970’s. There will be be some “sweet rides” on display for all to check out! Please invite your friends and family to come and have a "sweet time" at the 2025 Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Festival!

Admission
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Discount Presale Tickets (3/21 - 4/21)

Adult (12-61) $14.00

Youth (6-11) $ 12.00

Senior (62+) $ 12.00

Season Pass (All Ages) $34.00

Carnival Daily Unlimited Ride Wristbands $ 40.00

Carnival 3 Day "Golden Ticket" Unlimited Rides All 3 Days $92.00

Special Offers For The Strawberry Festival

Friday, April 25th = Senior (62+) Free Admission All Day

Saturday, April 26th = Youth (6-11) $6.00 Admission All Day

Kids (5 And Under) Free Everyday