Best Dressed Avocado crowned at this year’s Avocado Festival.

Fallbrook, California, is gearing up for its highly anticipated annual Avocado Festival, scheduled for Sunday, April 13. This event, which highlights the significance of avocados in the region’s history spanning over a century, is expected to attract large crowds eager to celebrate the beloved green fruit in downtown Fallbrook.

The festival promises a diverse array of activities, featuring a variety of food options that prominently include avocado-themed specialties. Attendees can also enjoy a beer and wine garden, live musical performances, and a marketplace showcasing local craft vendors and artisans. This vibrant community gathering aims to spotlight local talents and celebrate the flavors of the region.

A notable highlight of the festival is the array of competitions set to take place at the community stage located at the intersection of Main Avenue and Alvarado Street. The Guacamole Contest will feature both amateur and professional divisions, awarding prizes for Best Tasting and Best Presentation of guacamole creations. Participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate their culinary skills while competing for recognition in this beloved dish.

Additionally, the festival will host the Little Miss or Little Mister Avocado competition, aimed at children ages 5 to 10. Registration will commence at 9:30 a.m. by the community stage, with judging scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. Entrants are required to pay a nominal fee of .

Another exciting event is the Best Dressed Avocado contest, which encourages elementary school children to get creative. Participants can decorate an avocado at home and present it at the community stage by 10:30 a.m. The judging for this whimsical contest is set for 11 a.m.

For those interested in racing, the Avocado 500 Race will allow young competitors to build high-tech racers using avocados. Check-in for this event starts at 11 a.m., with the racing activities kicking off at 11:40 a.m.

The festival also features the Awesome Avocado Attire Contest, open to attendees of all ages, ensuring that everyone can partake in the festivities. The Avocado Holding Competition, scheduled for noon and again at 2:30 p.m., will challenge participants to hold a bag of avocados with a straight arm for the longest duration, adding an element of fun and competition to the proceedings.

Cultural performances throughout the day will include local ballet folklorico groups and The Oriental Gems music and dance ensemble, enhancing the festival’s community spirit.

The festival’s operational hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free shuttle services running between various local landmarks from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Admission to the Avocado Festival is free, allowing everyone to partake in this celebration of one of California’s most cherished fruits. For more information, visit the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce website at Media News Source.