California Strawberry FestivalMay 17-18: Several publications have ranked Oxnard's event among the nation's top outdoor festivals, and this is its 25th anniversary year. The goings-on are going to get gooey with the Tart Toss, the Strawberry Pie Eating Contest and the Strawberry Stomp (said to be similar to the classic "I Love Lucy" episode when Lucy stomps grapes in a barrel). Visit the Build Your Own Strawberry Shortcake tent, or try the strawberry pizza, strawberry nachos, strawberry funnel cakes and fresh-brewed strawberry beer. Also: The Budweiser Clydesdales will be on parade, and top-name acts will perform on two stages.
Where: Strawberry Meadows of College Park, 3250 S. Rose Ave.