FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — The River Park Farmers Market in Fresno turned into a strawberry-themed celebration for the Strawberry Festival on Tuesday.
The festival celebrated its 27th year, where thousands of visitors come to harvest strawberries at its peak.
Organizers said the event featured nearly 100 California-grown, strawberry-inspired creations, alongside the market’s regular lineup of food and other favorites from its more than 110 weekly vendors.
Festival offerings included strawberry desserts, strawberry beverages, strawberry-glazed smoked meats, and dozens of cultural entrées representing more than 20 nationalities.
Truckloads of fresh California strawberries were available straight from the field.
Live music was also part of the event, with a full-evening Beatles tribute titled “Strawberry Fields Forever,” featuring songs spanning the band’s earliest singles through later hits.
Beyond the food and music, the festival included shopping from local artisans and makers, with crafts, gifts, and other one-of-a-kind items.