California Strawberry Festival at the Ventura County Fairgrounds

The California Strawberry Festival is back at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on May 18 and 19, 2024, and strawberry enthusiasts are gearing up for a berry-licious weekend of fun and fashion.

Whether you prefer embroidered strawberries on your clothes or don’t mind a few strawberry stains as proof of your love for the fruit, the festival is the perfect place to show off your berry obsession. From strawberry-hued shirts to sweaters adorned with giant strawberries, attendees will be dressed to impress in their fruity best.

While the outlandish strawberry-themed hat contest may not be making a return this year, festival-goers can still expect a plethora of strawberry-themed activities and attractions. From nostalgic rides to the Berry Baby Fashion Parade, there will be no shortage of strawberry-filled fun for all ages.

And if you’ve ever dreamed of dressing up as your favorite fruit and being admired by fellow fruit enthusiasts, the festival is your chance to shine. Whether you go all out with strawberry accessories or opt for a head-to-toe pink or red ensemble, you’re sure to turn heads at this fruity celebration.

So mark your calendars and make your way to Ventura for the strawberry-est celebration in all the land. With build-your-own shortcake stations, crafts covered in strawberries, and more, the California Strawberry Festival promises a weekend of sweet, strawberry-filled fun for everyone.