Pear Festivals in California 2026
3 pear festivals this year.
Pear season in California peaks August through September. The Lake County and Mendocino County foothills — particularly the Bartlett pear orchards around Kelseyville and Upper Lake — produce most of the state's crop. Bartlett is the dominant variety, prized for its juicy texture and sweet flavor when fully ripe. Bosc and Comice pears follow later in the season. Pears ripen off the tree, so they're typically firm at harvest and need a few days at room temperature. Below are the 3 pear festivals on California's 2026 calendar — each with its dates, location, and a map.
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Courtland Pear Fair
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Courtland · Free
A free one-day celebration of the Delta's Bartlett pear harvest in historic Courtland.
Moraga Pear and Wine Festival
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Moraga · Free
Moraga's free fall-harvest street festival celebrating the town's pear heritage with local wine, food, and music.
Kelseyville Pear Festival
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Kelseyville · Free
Lake County's beloved one-day celebration of the local pear harvest in downtown Kelseyville.
Frequently asked
- When is pear season in California?
- Pear season in California peaks August through September. The Lake County and Mendocino County foothills — particularly the Bartlett pear orchards around Kelseyville and Upper Lake — produce most of the state's crop. Bartlett is the dominant variety, prized for its juicy texture and sweet flavor when fully ripe. Bosc and Comice pears follow later in the season. Pears ripen off the tree, so they're typically firm at harvest and need a few days at room temperature. Harvest events and U-pick windows follow the same window — check each listing for exact 2026 dates.
- Can you pick your own pear in California?
- Yes — California has pick-your-own pear farms where you can harvest your own. See the Gather Grove U-pick pear guide for locations and seasons.
- Are pear festivals in California free?
- It varies — many are free community events, while others are ticketed. Each festival's page on Gather Grove lists its admission.