San Joaquin Asparagus Festival

Asparagus

When: April 24–26, 2026 · Fri–SunFri–Sat 10 AM – 7 PM; Sun 10 AM – 6 PM (last admission 1 hr before close)
Where: San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, Stockton, CA, US · Central Valley
Admission: $15 adults; $10 children (6–17), seniors (65+), military w/ ID; under 5 free. Discounted tickets at select supermarkets in April.
Cadence: Annual · late April

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🅿️ $10 standard, $5 motorcycles; cash only. San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S. Airport Way, Stockton.
💡 Deep-fried asparagus is the signature bite — head straight for Asparagus Alley.

The San Joaquin Asparagus Festival is an annual celebration of the region's signature spring crop, held at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds in Stockton. The 2026 edition marks the festival's 40th year, running April 24-26 with asparagus-centric cuisine, live entertainment, vendors, and family activities. Admission is $15 for adults, with discounts for kids, seniors, and military, and free entry for children under six.

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