TAMALE FESTIVAL WEEKEND
FIESTA FRIDAY | May 2, 2025 | 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Kick-off this year’s Tamale Festival Weekend with Fiesta Friday on May 2nd! Starting at 5:30 pm in Downtown Atascadero, Fiesta Friday is a great way to get a head start on tamale shopping and a taste of what's in store from some of this year's tamale vendors without the crowds. You might even find other vendors open for business early! The evening will also feature a Sip & Shop Wine Walk* until 8 pm (hosted by the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce) with over 15 participating businesses offering a variety of wine, beer, coffee and cider to enjoy, plus complimentary tours of Historic City Hall.
TAMALE FESTIVAL | May 3, 2025 | 11am - 7pm
The 9th Annual Tamale Festival, on May 3rd, will bring you everything you've come to expect from this fun event favorite: a variety of delicious traditional, gourmet and sweet tamales from a variety of vendors and restaurants both locally and across California, adult beverages, merchandise vendors, live music, "best" tamale, tamale eating and pet costume contests, photo opportunities, and more!
Atascadero’s Annual Tamale Festival will be a fun and exciting occasion for the whole family, especially for anyone who loves tamales! The event is free to attend and enjoy the entertainment, but don’t forget to bring your wallet to purchase delicious food, activities, and merchandise; AND be sure to place your orders from your favorite tamale vendor(s) to stock up, as tamales freeze well too!
*To purchase early bird tickets for the Sip & Shop Wine Walk, click here.