Vista Strawberry Festival

When

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Where

Historic Downtown Vista, Vista, CA, US · Southern California

Admission

Free and open to the public. Some Kid Zone activities charge fees.

Cadence

Annual · late May (Memorial Day weekend)

The 15th Annual Vista Strawberry Festival returns to Historic Downtown Vista on Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 8am to 6pm. This free, family-friendly celebration features strawberry-themed foods, hundreds of vendors, live entertainment, a kids zone, beer garden, and the Strawberry Run. Organized by the Vista Chamber of Commerce, it draws crowds from across San Diego County.

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