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Patterson Apricot Fiesta

Apricots
When
May 29–31, 2026 · Fri–Sun
Where
Downtown Patterson, Patterson, CA, US · Central Valley
Admission
Free admission (entertainment is free; food, beer, and vendor purchases are separate)
Cadence
Annual · late May (Memorial Day weekend)

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  • 💡 The festival spans three days (May 29–31) with a parade, car show, fireworks, kids zone, arm wrestling, and corn hole — check the Schedule of Events page or download the PDF schedule on apricotfiesta.com to plan your day around specific activities.

The Patterson Apricot Fiesta is an annual community celebration honoring the city's heritage as a leading apricot-growing region in California's Central Valley. The 2026 festival, its 54th year, runs May 29-31 with a parade, carnival, car show, arts and crafts vendors, food, and free entertainment. Admission to the downtown grounds is free.

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