Olive Festivals in California 2026
5 olive festivals this year.
Olive harvest in California runs October through December, with most oil olives picked in November at peak ripeness. The Sacramento Valley — Tehama, Butte, and Glenn counties — has a growing concentration of olive orchards, alongside long-established groves in the Central Valley and foothills. California Olive Oil Council-certified oils must be pressed within hours of harvest; many small producers host harvest events and tasting weekends during the crush season. Below are the 5 olive festivals on California's 2026 calendar — each with its dates, location, and a map.
Full season guide: when to go, what to look for, and tips for your visit.
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Corning Olive Festival & Car Show
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Corning · Free
Olive City celebrates its signature crop with food, vendors and a classic car show.
Seka Hills Olive Crush Festival
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Brooks · Free
A free public festival celebrating Séka Hills' annual olive crush with mill tours, oil tastings, food, and live music.
Earlier in 2026
Festival of Olives
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Sonoma · Free
A free celebration of Sonoma olives with olive oil tastings, tapenades, and local vendors.
Kelseyville Olive Festival
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Kelseyville · Free
A free springtime celebration of Lake County olives, olive oil, and local food at Chacewater Winery & Olive Mill.
Paso Robles Olive & Lavender Festival
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Paso Robles · Free
A free downtown celebration of Paso Robles olive oils and local lavender harvests.
Frequently asked
- When is olive season in California?
- Olive harvest in California runs October through December, with most oil olives picked in November at peak ripeness. The Sacramento Valley — Tehama, Butte, and Glenn counties — has a growing concentration of olive orchards, alongside long-established groves in the Central Valley and foothills. California Olive Oil Council-certified oils must be pressed within hours of harvest; many small producers host harvest events and tasting weekends during the crush season. Harvest events and U-pick windows follow the same window — check each listing for exact 2026 dates.
- Can you pick your own olive in California?
- Browse the Gather Grove U-pick directory to find pick-your-own farms near you.
- Are olive festivals in California free?
- It varies — many are free community events, while others are ticketed. Each festival's page on Gather Grove lists its admission.