Artichoke Festival

Artichoke Festival The Artichoke Festival at the Monterey County Fair & Event Center celebrates 62 years!

The Artichoke Festival, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, has celebrated more than 60 years honoring the California State vegetable, now at the Monterey County Fair & Event Center in Monterey. Artichoke lovers of all ages enjoy masterful artichoke cooking demos and tasting opportunities, our famously choke-filled Farmer's Market, beautiful artichoke-themed art, and plenty of entertainment for a

fun-filled weekend. Festival admission tickets and more info are available at www.ArtichokeFestival.org.

🎉 JUST IN TIME FOR HALLOWEEN -- OUR THIRD AND FINAL CLOSEOUT SALE! 🎉Everything—and we mean EVERYTHING must go! We're esp...
09/25/2025

🎉 JUST IN TIME FOR HALLOWEEN -- OUR THIRD AND FINAL CLOSEOUT SALE! 🎉
Everything—and we mean EVERYTHING must go! We're especially excited to offer Halloween and haunt decor. Here’s your LAST chance to score amazing deals on:
🎃 Halloween costumes, haunt figures, scary masks
🧟‍♀️ Haunt wall panels, mechanical figures, and tech gear
🛍 Festival souvenirs, branded T-shirts & hoodies
🧢 Posters, ball caps, mugs, cookbooks, fun tchotchkes
🎨 So much more—ALL must go!
📅 October 4-5, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Saturday & Sunday
📍 11420 Commercial Pkwy, Castroville, CA 95012
💳 Cash or credit card accepted
✨All sales are final. Proceeds support Artichoke Festival programs and local nonprofits.
🌀Tag a friend and come hunting for haunted treasures!

🎉 DON’T MISS OUR SECOND CLOSEOUT SALE! 🎉Everything—and we mean EVERYTHING must go! Here’s your second chance to score am...
09/01/2025

🎉 DON’T MISS OUR SECOND CLOSEOUT SALE! 🎉
Everything—and we mean EVERYTHING must go! Here’s your second chance to score amazing deals on:
🛍 Festival souvenirs, branded T-shirts & hoodies
🧢 Posters, ball caps, mugs, cookbooks, fun tchotchkes
🎃 Halloween wall panels, haunt figures, scary masks & props
🎨 So much more—ALL must go!
📅 September 6-7, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Saturday & Sunday
📍 11420 Commercial Pkwy, Castroville, CA 95012
💳 Cash or credit card accepted
✨All sales are final. Proceeds support Artichoke Festival programs and local nonprofits.
🌀Tag a friend and come treasure hunt!

🎉 DON’T MISS OUR CLOSEOUT SALE! 🎉We’re clearing out everything—and we mean everything! Come score amazing deals on:🛍️ Fe...
08/21/2025

🎉 DON’T MISS OUR CLOSEOUT SALE! 🎉
We’re clearing out everything—and we mean everything! Come score amazing deals on:
🛍️ Festival souvenirs, branded T-shirts & hoodies
🧢 Posters, ball caps, mugs, cookbooks, fun tchotchkes
🎃 Halloween wall panels, haunt figures, scary masks & props
🎨 So much more—ALL must go!
📅 August 23–24, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Saturday & Sunday
📍 11420 Commercial Pkwy, Castroville, CA 95012
💳 Cash or credit card accepted
✨ All sales are final. Proceeds support Artichoke Festival programs and local nonprofits.
🌀 Tag a friend and come treasure hunt!

SAVE the DATE for our CLOSE OUT SALE! You'll find festival souvenirs and all sorts of other goodies -- from branded atti...
07/24/2025

SAVE the DATE for our CLOSE OUT SALE!
You'll find festival souvenirs and all sorts of other goodies -- from branded attire to festival posters to haunted house decor, everything must go! Weekend of Aug 23-24, 9am to 4pm both days at our warehouse storage location, 11420 Commercial Parkway, Castroville.
With many thanks for sharing the space to Ausonio, Inc!

After 65 incredible years of celebrating our community, our agriculture, and our beloved artichoke, we’ve made the diffi...
05/13/2025

After 65 incredible years of celebrating our community, our agriculture, and our beloved artichoke, we’ve made the difficult decision to close the chapter on the Artichoke Festival.
We’re filled with gratitude for every sponsor, grower, volunteer, artist, chef, and guest who made this journey so meaningful. From Castroville to the world — thank you for being part of our story. You made this more than a festival. You made it a family. 💚

For our final updates, please visit artichokefestival.org

A huge thank you to our Diamond Sponsor, the California Artichoke Advisory Board! 💎Your incredible support helps us cele...
05/08/2025

A huge thank you to our Diamond Sponsor, the California Artichoke Advisory Board! 💎

Your incredible support helps us celebrate the heart of our community — the mighty artichoke! 🌱

Their unwavering support not only honors the artichoke's legacy in Monterey County but also champions our mission to enrich the community through celebration and giving back. 🎉

Good vibes, great tunes, and live music under the sun! 🎶🌿 Get ready for a lineup that’ll have you dancing all weekend lo...
05/06/2025

Good vibes, great tunes, and live music under the sun! 🎶

🌿 Get ready for a lineup that’ll have you dancing all weekend long! Who’s excited for festival jams? 🎤

🎟️ Snag Early Bird Tickets by May 15! Just $15 for General Admission — and kids 14 & under get in FREE!

Don’t miss out on this great deal!

Be part of something meaningful, fun, and uniquely California. ❤️🚨 Vendor Registration Closes Soon! 🚨 Be part of the 202...
05/04/2025

Be part of something meaningful, fun, and uniquely California. ❤️

🚨 Vendor Registration Closes Soon! 🚨 Be part of the 2025 Artichoke Festival — happening June 14 & 15! 🌿

We’re looking for artists, crafters, nonprofits, food, and commercial vendors to join this year’s celebration!

🗓️ Deadline to apply: May 9, 2025
📧 Email: [email protected]
🔗 More info: artichokefestival.org/general-info/vendor-info/

Don’t miss your chance to connect with festivalgoers! 💚

Attendees: Secure your early bird tickets today at artichokefestival.org before prices go up after May 15th!

*Children 14 & under get in FREE!

🌿 Ever wondered how artichokes grow? Hop on our Artichoke Field Tours at the 2025 Artichoke Festival and get an up-close...
05/02/2025

🌿 Ever wondered how artichokes grow? Hop on our Artichoke Field Tours at the 2025 Artichoke Festival and get an up-close look!

These 90-minute tours offer a behind-the-scenes peek into local agriculture—with a chance to harvest your own artichoke straight from the field! 🧤☀️

🎟️ Only $10 per seat (ages 6+), plus Festival admission. Tours run daily at 11AM & 1PM — limited spots available, so reserve early at artichokefestival.org!

🚨 Vendor Registration Closes Soon! 🚨Be part of the 2025 Artichoke Festival — happening June 14 & 15! 🌿 We’re looking for...
05/02/2025

🚨 Vendor Registration Closes Soon! 🚨

Be part of the 2025 Artichoke Festival — happening June 14 & 15! 🌿 We’re looking for artists, crafters, nonprofits, food, and commercial vendors to join this year’s celebration!

🗓️ Deadline to apply: May 9, 2025
📧 Email: [email protected]
🔗 More info: artichokefestival.org/general-info/vendor-info/

Don’t miss your chance to connect with festivalgoers! 💚

Festivalgoers: Snag Early Bird Tickets by May 15! Just $15 for General Admission — and kids 14 & under get in FREE! Don’t miss out on this great deal!

Tickets to the Artichoke Festival 2025 are ON SALE NOW — and they’re discounted through May 15! Mark your calendars for ...
05/01/2025

Tickets to the Artichoke Festival 2025 are ON SALE NOW — and they’re discounted through May 15! Mark your calendars for June 14–15 at the Monterey County Sheriff’s Posse Grounds and get ready for a weekend packed with live music, family fun, and a vibrant farmers market.

Secure your early bird tickets today at artichokefestival.org before prices go up!

*Children 14 & under get in FREE!

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2004 Fairground Road
Monterey, CA
93940

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 2pm
Saturday 10am - 7pm

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+18316332465

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