MAY 2 – 3

ATASCADERO:  The event weekend kicks off on May 2, 2025, in Downtown Atascadero, with early tamale shopping and a taste of what’s in store at the main event on Saturday, May 3, 2025! Get ready for everything you’ve come to expect from this annual event favorite: over 25 Tamale Vendors offering a variety of delicious traditional, gourmet, and sweet tamales from the local area and across California! Expect margaritas (and a host of other adult beverages), a variety of merchandise vendors, live music, a mariachi band,  “best” tamale, tamale eating and pet costume contests, photo opportunities, and more!

FREE to attend, the event is a fun and exciting occasion for the whole family, especially for anyone who loves tamales. Don’t forget to bring your wallet to purchase delicious food, activities, and merchandise.