The Artichoke Festival In California Is Back For Its 62nd Year Of Fun & Festivities
By Lysa Allman-Baldwin|Published May 23, 2022
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For over 25 years Lysa Allman-Baldwin has fed her wanderlust for “everything the world has to offer” by passionately writing travel and feature articles for numerous global print and online publications. A Digital Nomad, Lysa is also a professional speaker, workshop facilitator, and author.
Did you know that Castroville, California is known as the “Artichoke Center of the World?” Or how about that in 1948 actress Marilyn Monroe was honored as California’s first Artichoke Queen?
These titillating facts, in addition to a plethora of scrumptious artichoke-inspired dishes, are just the beginning of what awaits you at the 62nd annual Artichoke Festival.
Billed as “the biggest veggie event on the California Central Coast,” the annual Artichoke Festival will be celebrating its 62nd anniversary on June 11-12, 2022.
Held at the historic Monterey County Fair & Event Center in Monterey, the festival celebrates the long-standing tradition of artichoke farming in the town of Castroville. The first festival was held in 1959, and since that time has grown into a major event attracting people from all over the state.
Arts and crafts vendors will be selling their wares as well. Other festival activities include a family fun run for all ages, artichoke eating contests, and a farmer’s market, just to name a few.
Vintners will be on hand to offer samples, answer questions, and sell some of their best varieties. There will also be a raffle, the winner taking home a barrel full of wine to enjoy at home with family and friends. For couples 21 years and older, there is an option to purchase a special "It’s a Date" Pass that includes two (2) general admission tickets and two (2) wine tasting passes.
In addition to eating all of the delicious artichoke creations, you can learn how to make them at home.
Kick off your shoes, throw your head back, and vibe to the music!
Are you ready for some great festival fun? Then grab your family and friends, ready your tastebuds, and get your artichoke groove on at the annual Artichoke Festival!
Have you been to the Artichoke Festival? If so, we’d love to see your photos and hear about your experience there.
