Almond Blossom Festival

Save the Date - 64th Almond Blossom Festival 2026
February 19th-22nd, 2026

What is the Almond Blossom Festival?

The Almond Blossom Festival is Ripon’s largest tradition of the year with an entire weekend of celebrations and events. Beginning in 1962, the Almond Blossom Festival is steeped in history and has become more than just a festival, but a season of tradition, memories, and Ripon comradery.

The Almond Blossom Festival is always the last FULL weekend of February with this year’s dates ranging from Thursday, February 19th- Sunday, February 22nd, 2026. There are many events that happen around Ripon that weekend, but the festival itself is put on and run by the Ripon Chamber of Commerce. Chamber events include- The Miss Almond Blossom/Miss Ripon competition (see Miss Ripon Page for more information), the carnival at Mistlin Sports Park, the vendor fair at Mistlin Sports Park, the Fun Run, the Almond Blossom Parade, and the Diaper Derby.

This year we are proud to celebrate the 64th anniversary of the Almond Blossom Festival and honor the traditions and history of our town.

Sponsorship

We are proud to present the 64th Annual Almond Blossom Festival, held February 19th-22nd. The festival offers endless amounts of local fun from the parade through Downtown, Miss Ripon Queen Coronation, carnival, 1 mile & 8k Fun Run, Diaper Derby, Bake Off, and more! This event could not be done without the support of the community. Help carry on this cherished community tradition!

Email forms to info@riponchamber.org

Parade

Please join us in celebrating the 64th Almond Blossom Parde. Application deadline is February 16th, 2026. Please contact us if you have any questions at info@riponchamber.org

Almond Blossom Vendor

Thank you for your interest in participating at the 64th Almond Blossom Festival. Space for this year’s festival is full. Please contact us if you have any questions at info@riponchamber.org.

Email completed applications/forms to info@riponchamber.org

Diaper Derby

64th Almond Blossom Festival Diaper Derby is a time-honored event! Generations of families have fought for that first-place trophy. Register to compete!

43rd Almond Blossom Fun Run

Thank you for your interest in the 43rd Annual Almond Blossom Fun Run, part of the 64th Annual Ripon Almond Blossom Festival! We are looking forward to a great year and a fantastic festival.

Bake Off

Show off your baking skills at this year’s Almond Blossom Bake Off!

Cutest Pet Contest

Think your pet has what it takes to be the cutest in Ripon? Submit a photo to info@riponchamber.org Voting begins February 17th! Be sure to include their name—we can’t wait to see all the adorable entries!