The 76th Annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival returns this year and will run from Friday, October 14 to Sunday, October 16.A community tradition since 1946, festival goers can expect a parade of local organizations, vendors and food trucks.On Friday, October 14 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. attendees can enjoy the Clam Festival Wine Walk. The wine walks partner with local businesses to give people the opportunity to taste beers, wines and meet businesses. This family-friendly weekend event features the Clam Festival parade on Saturday, October 15 at 10 a.m. Participants can meet on Price Street for the free Under the Sea-themed parade. On Saturday morning, Esteem Surf Shop will be hosting a surf contest and the annual Clam Dig on Sunday for kids 11 and under will occur.Saturday’s best local clam chowder cook-off contest is a crowd favorite where local Pismo Beach restaurants get the chance to compete for the title of “best local clam chowder” winner.The clam chowder contest will take place from 12 to 1 p.m.Organizers say this event sells out early every year. Tickets are $25 and participants will receive a 2oz portion of chowder from up to 10 local restaurants. There will also be a free Kids Zone at the Pismo Promenade.
Pismo Beach Clam Festival returns
Oct 14, 2022 | 10:51 AM