2022 Strawberry Festival

Cruizin’ to the Santa Maria Fairpark

Embracing it All! YESTERDAY | TODAY | TOMORROW

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APRIL 30 SAT Pepsi Kids’ Day

MAY 1 SUN Fiesta Day

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Agriculture in Action 12-6pm on Saturday in the Michelob Ultra Minetti Arena Come meet the machines and touch a tractor at this hands-on attraction. This offers children a hands-on opportunity to see, touch, learn and explore the vehicles that protect, build, and serve our community!

Food Concessionaires Over 25 FOOD BOOTHS what will offer strawberry-flavored food & drinks • Strawberry-topped funnel cakes • Strawberry popcorn • Strawberry smoothies • Strawberry ice cream • Strawberry tamales

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MIDWAY OF FUN CARNIVAL

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NEWS CHANNEL 12 KIDDIE CARNIVAL

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Critics Car Club CLASSIC CAR DISPLAY

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Community Bank of SM TODDLER TOWN

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The Sun CENTER STAGE

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Michelob Ultra MINETTI ARENA Agriculture in Action (Sat) Fiesta Day Entertainment (Sun)

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News Channel 12 MIDWAY OF FUN KIDDIE CARNIVAL AREA

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Mechanics Bank & CA Strawberry Commission COLORING CONTEST DISPLAY

Friday, April 29th

Pfizer Covid Vaccine Now Available for Children 5 and Over

FREE SENIOR DAY (Seniors 62+ are FREE all day) Presented by News Channel 12 12-4pm

Strawberry Tasting Presented by California Women for Agriculture THE PARK PLAZA BUILDING-OUTSIDE

1pm

Strawberry Dessert Eating Contest Presented by CA Strawberry Commission Hosted by the Santa Maria Fairpark Foundation THE SUN CENTER STAGE

3pm

Calo Band R&B and Latin Rock THE SUN CENTER STAGE

5pm

Ballet Folklorico De La Costa THE SUN CENTER STAGE

7pm

Steppin’ Out Band THE SUN CENTER STAGE

8:15pm

Street Drum Corps THE SUN CENTER STAGE

9pm

Steppin’ Out Band THE SUN CENTER STAGE

Saturday, April 30th

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• We provide rapid COVID-19 tests (15 Min results) Flu tests, and Flu vaccines.

• All individuals entering the building are pre-screened and temperature is taken.

• Face masks are required to be worn

PEPSI $2 KIDS’ DAY

• Strict sanitation practices are in place including disinfecting exam rooms after each visit.

(Youth 6-11 are $2, Youth 5 and under are FREE all day) Presented by Telemundo 12-4pm

Strawberry Tasting

Call to schedule your child’s well exam today.

Presented by California Women for Agriculture THE PARK PLAZA BUILDING-OUTSIDE

12:30pm

Anthony Hernandez, Illusionist THE SUN CENTER STAGE

1pm

Strawberry Dessert Eating Contest Presented by CA Strawberry Commission Hosted by the Santa Maria Fairpark Foundation THE SUN CENTER STAGE

1-6pm

Agriculture In Action THE MICHELOB ULTRA MINETTI ARENA

2:30pm

Anthony Hernandez, Illusionist THE SUN CENTER STAGE

4pm

Anthony Hernandez, Illusionist THE SUN CENTER STAGE

5pm

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Shane Rostermundt, D.O.

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Dr. Michele Kielty, D.O.

Anthony Ray, Country THE SUN CENTER STAGE

7pm

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8:15pm

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Sunday, May 1st FIESTA DAY Presented by Chevron 12-4pm

Strawberry Tasting Presented by California Women for Agriculture THE PARK PLAZA BUILDING-OUTSIDE

12pm

Ballet Folklorico De La Costa THE SUN CENTER STAGE

1pm

Chevron is pleased to sponsor the Santa Maria Strawberry Festival and partner with local organizations to strengthen communities where we operate.

Strawberry Dessert Eating Contest Presented by CA Strawberry Commission Hosted by the Santa Maria Fairpark Foundation THE SUN CENTER STAGE

2pm

La Buena Fiesta Day Entertainment THE MICHELOB ULTRA MINETTI ARENA

(separate ticket required) 2:30pm

Lunoi Mitani, Violinist THE SUN CENTER STAGE

4:30pm

Violin On Fire THE SUN CENTER STAGE

6pm

Street Drum Corps THE SUN CENTER STAGE

7:30pm

The One-Man Side Show THE SUN CENTER STAGE

9pm

Violin On Fire THE SUN CENTER STAGE

New Attractions Don’t miss out on Louie Foxx, the guy that never grew up and it’s evident as you watch him interact with audiences of all ages. He is living his childhood dream of being a magician. He will dazzle you with his high energy magic shows the whole family will enjoy.

Find him walking around entertaining people of all ages.

Patrick Contreras “Violin On Fire” is an Electric Violinist from Fresno, CA performing a blend of Rock, Latin and Pop. Opening for a wide variety of acts from BB King to REO Speedwagon, Patrick is establishing himself as a must-see act performing fiery interpretations of Santana and Michael Jackson paired with exciting originals that get you moving!

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Strawberry Dessert Eating Contest Presented by California Strawberry Commission Who hasn’t gazed upon a decadent dessert and been tempted to throw manners aside and just dig right in? At the Strawberry Festival it’s OK to stuff your face with pie — at least when you’re competing in one of our Strawberry Dessert Eating Contests! Whether you’re eating or just watching, the dessert-eating contest is a popular event to attend.

Open to all ages, the contest will be held daily from 1–2 pm at The SUN Center Stage.

Strawberry Art Contest Presented by The SUN and Mechanics Bank Can a strawberry be a work of art? We think so. Each year the Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Festival challenges students to provide their best interpretation of a strawberry and we are always blown away by the results.

Hundreds of works of strawberry art are on display during the Festival. Don’t miss the chance to browse the gallery and see the many different ways a strawberry can invoke inspiration.

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Critics Car Club Classic Car Display

Camel Rides

Cruzin’ back to the fairgrounds for this year’s Strawberry Festival you’ll see on display several classic cars to add to our theme.

These classic lowriders are featured all over the state. Be sure to visit the display on the grass of our Fountain Pavilion.

When was the last time you did something really adventurous?

Well here is your opportunity! Climb into the saddle of one of these exotic animals and let your mind get swept away to a foreign land. Get your picture as you are riding an 8-foot camel.

Washboard Willie Washboard Willie is a unique, interactive children’s entertainer that provides a special combination of rhythm, sound effects, and comedy to delight everyone.

With his own kind of energy, Washboard Willie has become a Pied Piper of Rhythm. His interactive style connects with all audiences.

During his performance he will pass out hand-held rhythm instruments to the kids and together they become Willie’s Washboard Jamboree.

Toddler Town Presented by Community Bank of Santa Maria This is a great chance to get your little ones out of the stroller to burn some energy. A fun, interactive play area for kids 1-8 can be found on the grass area by The SUN Center Stage.

This area offers fun and modern soft-padded equipment for kiddos, and the perfect size, junior bounce houses.

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Strawberry Tasting Presented by California Women for Agriculture Daily 12–4pm Sink your teeth into some of the sweetest, juiciest strawberries around.

Strawberry tasting being held outside The Park Plaza Building is always a popular attraction for visitors. Did you know there are hundreds of varieties of strawberries? Growers have donated several varieties for festival attendees to compare and the California Women for Agriculture will have them available for tasting. Delight your taste buds with a burst of strawberry flavor.

Toddler Town Bumper Cars Presented by Community Bank of Santa Maria Kids can smash into others, safely, in these mini bumper cars. This interactive play area can be found on the grass area by our Center Stage.

The bumper cars have 360-degree spin for more smiles and greater riding fun. Ideal for toddlers and kids aged 1.5-6 years

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Carnival of Fun Midway of Fun Carnival Sponsored by Telemundo There is nothing like the feeling of a steady climb into the air and briefly taking in an aerial view of the Strawberry Festival, before zooming down toward the ground in a fearless swoop.

Thrill seekers love the Midway of Fun Carnival for its exciting rides because they never disappoint. Think you have ridden them all? There’s always a new ride to conquer, so don’t miss out!

Midway of Fun Kiddie Carnival Sponsored by News Channel 12 The big kids may want the thrills that come with the twists and dips of the Telemundo Midway of Fun Carnival, but the little ones just want to have fun!

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All Day Events • Midway of Fun Main Carnival • Midway of Fun Kiddie Carnival • Toddler Town • Camel rides • Live entertainment on The SUN Center Stage • Violin on Fire • Washboard Willie • One-Man Side Show • Food Concessionaires • Rock Wall Climbing • Street Drum Corps

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