23rd Annual California Avocado Festival in Carpinteria
| October 2, 2009 | ||
| 4:00 pm | to | 9:00 pm |
| October 3, 2009 | ||
| 10:00 am | to | 9:00 pm |
| October 4, 2009 | ||
| 10:00 am | to | 6:00 pm |
Admission to the California Avocado Festival is FREE.
Ongoing events schedule for the festival include three live music venues staging the performances by over 60 bands.
The Avocado Expo Tent offers an educational slant on the avocado industry, Largest Avocado Contest and Best Dressed Avocado Contest.
The Festival is home to the world’s largest vat of guacamole amongst many other avocado & food dishes to pick from.
Don’t miss the Best Guacamole Contest and Avocado Auction at the Avocado Performing Stage on Sunday at 8th Street.
Stroll through the Arts & Crafts Venue between 8th and 6th Street on Saturday and Sunday or visit the Commercial Marketplace at the 900 block on Linden Ave all three days.
Head to 7th Street for the Kid’s Block Party. There will be lots of fun games, face painting and bouncers.
The Festival offers live entertainment on three stages. The Main Stage is located at 9th Street. The Seal Stage is located in front of Vons and the Avocado Performing Arts Stage is located at 8th Street.
A few facts about the California Avocado Festival:
- This is the South Coast’s largest FREE festival
- The events are located in downtown Carpinteria on Linden Avenue
- Park & Ride Shuttle Service available at Carpinteria High School on Foothill Rd. and Canalino Elementary School on Linden Ave.
- There are three entertainment stages with over 40 acts
- 70 arts and crafts vendors will be participating
- There will be over 30 fun food booths and over 30 commercial vendors
More information at www.avofest.com or by calling 805-684-0038.
Entertainment Schedule
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