USA Special Event Description:
Fun for the entire family!!!!!
MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT: Two days of live music! Everything from Swing to Mariachi, Country to 50s Rock & Roll.
CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES: Games, pony rides, face paints, clowns, stilt walkers, puppets and more!
FOOD:Artichokes fried, sautéed, grilled, marinated, pickled, fresh, and creamed in soup. Plus foods from the many ethnic groups that give this area its character.
COOKING & FLOWER ARRANGING DEMOS: The areas finest showcase the versatility and unique techniques for preparing and using artichokes.
WINE TASTING: Sample the best from the areas award winning producers.
ARTS & CRAFTS:Unique gifts and apparel crafted by artisans from throughout the country. Plus artichoke souvenirs galore!
/FARMERS MARKET: Artichokes and more, fresh from the heart of the salad bowl.>p>
FIELD TOURS: Hop a bus to the artichoke patch for grower talks and photo ops.
Event Performers:
Blues, R&B, Banda's and more!
Featuring bay area favorite, MALO!
Location of USA Special Event:
Outdoor
Directions to Festival:
Coming south on Highway 1 from Santa Cruz/Los Gatos
Southbound traffic on State Route 1 should continue south of the Monterey County boundary through Moss Landing. Approximately 2.5 miles south of the "Big Moss" power plant take Castroville exit, highway 183. Then proceed approximately 0.1 miles, and follow signs to parking areas.
Coming south on US Highway 101 from San Jose/Santa Clara County
Southbound traffic on US Highway 101, should exit 101 in Prunedale (approximately 17 miles south of Gilroy) at the junction of State Route 156, continue west for approximately 6.2 miles to the Castroville exit, highway 183, turn right and follow signs to parking areas.
Coming west on State Route 156 from Hollister
Follow State Route 156 from Hollister 25.2 miles to Castroville, exit on
Times:
Sat 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Admission & Parking:
Ample free street parking and paid private lots
Special Event Contact: 831-633-2465
Event Email Contact: artifest@redshift.com
