What is The California Nut Festival?

Imagine a picturesque college town surrounded by a dynamic tree nut industry - Chico, California. Add to that, the stupendous beauty of Almond Blossom season in late February!

The Far West Heritage Association ( stewards of the Chico Museum and the Patrick Ranch ) put it all together to host a dynamic and fun event, the California Nut Festival. In it's third year, attendance has dramatically grown with more sponsors participating than ever before. Be sure not miss a single day!

About The California Nut Festival

The California Nut Festival is a comprehensive community based festival of everything imaginable that is related to nuts. The Nut Festival started as a gem of an idea in 2005 and grew through the work of over 35 volunteers and 15 businesses and organizations. We view 'em on the trees, eat 'em by the handfuls and study 'em for the benefits. The Festival is four full days of interesting events aimed at every type of audience. We will fill your mind with useful ideas, your mouth with great flavors and your heart with good times. Come on over and shake the hands of the farmers that feed you and the neighbors that work for you. On their behalf, I am most pleased to welcome you, our neighbors and visitors, to the 2008 California Nut Festival.
Laura Joplin, Festival Chair

Check the Events Schedule!

Every day is full of fun and educational things to do. Morning Orchard Walk/Runs and Blossom Tours, Lectures, Lunches, Cooking Demonstrations and tons more. Book Readings and Discussions, Merchant Specials and tastings, Fun Day at the Patrick Ranch and of course, The Agribee ™ Finals. The third year of the Agricultural Spelling Bee promises to be a nail biter as children from all over Butte County vie for this years top spot.

 

4 Full Days of Fun is what The California Nut Festival is about!

Shopping, learning, eating, playing and lots, lots more. Fill up your festival days. Reserve your spot for ticketed events and plan to attend by checking our Event Listing.