The Watsonville Strawberry Festival provides a fun, family-friendly experience in historic downtown Watsonville. Head to the plaza for a full weekend of carnival attractions, live entertainment and delicious strawberry treats! Shop a variety of local artisans, businesses and specialty vendors for a unique shopping experience.

Delicious foods, family activities, vendors, and live entertainment!

At Watsonville Center for the Arts, we will have a special gallery display showcasing the rich history of strawberries in our town.

At Pajaro Valley Arts all artwork that was submitted for this year’s poster contest will be displayed

The Strawberry Festival is paired up with the SC Metro to offer bus service from the South County Gov. Center lot on 500 Westridge Drive to the downtown Metro station.

Saturday, August 2 | 11 AM – 8 PM – Fun Run (Registration required), Carnival, Entertainment, Food, Arts & Crafts, Strawberries & More

Sunday, August 3 | 11 AM – 7 PM – Carnival, Entertainment, Food, Arts & Crafts, Strawberries & More