Ripon Almond Blossom Festival

Mixed

When

February 19–22, 2026 · Thu–Sun

Where

Mistlin Sports Park, Ripon, CA, US · Central Valley

Admission

Free

Cadence

Annual · last full weekend of February

The Ripon Almond Blossom Festival is a beloved annual event held on the last full weekend of February, marking the start of almond bloom season in San Joaquin County. The 2026 festival runs February 19-22 at Mistlin Sports Park, featuring a grand parade, carnival rides, an Almond Blossom Run, and a community vendor fair. Organized by the Ripon Chamber of Commerce, it draws thousands to honor the region's signature almond crop.

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