Expect a variety of tamale vendors from across California offering many different tamales available to take home or enjoy at the event…or both! Enjoy entertainment from a wide variety of music and merchandise vendors. There will even be a “Best Tamale Contest” and Chihuahua and Pet Costume Contest! The event is located in Downtown Atascadero & the Sunken Gardens. Main address is 6500 Palma Ave. Atascadero.