Oakdale, CA
Location
21st Annual Oakdale Chocolate Festival
Hwy 120 & Hwy 108 At Wood Park
Oakdale, CA
Date:
Sat, 2013-05-18 05:00 - Sun, 2013-05-19 05:00
Event Description:
Participate in the 21st Annual Oakdale Chocolate Festival, annually 3rd weekend in May, starting at Highways 108 and 120, Oakdale. Vendor interest apply events@oakdalechamber.com, oakdalechamber.com, or call (209) 847-2244. We are pleased at the quality and variety of the 150-200+ vendors each year in Arts & Crafts, Chocolate Avenue, Food, and Specialty Merchandise & Services. There is something for the 60K+ patrons! A 5K and 1M Fun Run, Amusement Park, Classic Car Show, and Western Show. Entertainment on 2 stages: Chocolate Challenge Stage, and Main Stage. Be sure to check it out!
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