6th Annual Tequila and Tamale Festival

Overview

Get ready for the 6th Annual California Tequila & Tamale Festival happening Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds!

Spend the day savoring mouthwatering tamales of every kind from classic family recipes to bold, creative twists crafted by local vendors. Enjoy a vibrant lineup of live music and entertainment, sip on refreshing drinks, and join in on the tamale-eating contests that always bring the crowd to life. Enjoy the best local showcasing of tamales at Tamale Alley along with the Beer Boulevard and Margarita Alley.

It’s a full day of flavor, fun, and community as we come together to honor California’s beloved tamale tradition.

The event will feature a full lineup of entertainment and attractions for all ages! Enjoy live concert performances, a spectacular auto show showcasing cars, trucks, motorcycles, hot rods, imports, and vintage classics, along with food competitions, craft fairs, local talent showcases, home and garden exhibits, art displays, and even a Christmas Fair to kick off the holiday spirit.

Kids will have a blast meeting Spider-Man, Captain America, and beloved Disney Princesses, and exploring the exciting children’s zone complete with mini train rides, face painting, pet adoptions, a reptile encounter, petting zoo, and plenty more family-friendly fun!

Mark your calendars this is one festival you won’t want to miss!