Illustration of a winter festival with a lit Ferris wheel, a snow slide, a snowman and booths (Oxnard Tamale Festival)
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Oxnard Tamale Festival

Held in Downtown Oxnard along the route of the annual Oxnard Christmas Parade, this family-friendly festival celebrates the holidays with a variety of food offerings and arts and crafts booths. Guests can enjoy live musical entertainment throughout the day. Children can explore activities in a dedicated kids zone.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 Free.

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Food & Drink

Food vendors offer a variety of foods, including tamales.

Location

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Plaza Park · 500 S C Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children and festival food fans

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Consider arriving early, as the festival attracts thousands of attendees each year.
  • Bring children by the kids zone for activities set aside for them during the festival.
  • Allow time to browse the food and arts and crafts vendors as well as enjoy the live music.
  • Food vendors can apply by the food application deadline, while non-food vendor applications have a separate deadline.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free entry for the public.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can families do at the festival?

There is a kids zone, live music, food vendors, and arts and crafts vendors.

What food is available?

Food vendors are part of the festival, which features a variety of food offerings.

Can I apply to be a vendor?

Food and non-food vendor applications are available, with separate application deadlines; educational booths are encouraged.

Is the festival suitable for children?

Yes. It is described as family-friendly and includes a dedicated kids zone.

What else can visitors see nearby during the festival?

The festival is along the route of the annual Oxnard Christmas Parade.

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