TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE AND AT THE GATE
California's
Original Crawdad Festival
SINCE
1986
Join us for 38 years of
tradition and timeless memories in
Isleton, CA
DISCLAIMER
We are NOT affiliated with the event going on in Cal Expo.
The crawdad festival remains in Isleton as it’s been for the past 38 years attracting thousands of visitors from Sacramento, to the Bay Area, and all other surrounding areas. Help us spread the word that the crawdad festival is STILL IN ISLETON. With a commitment to excellence, new management is working to restore the festival’s reputation after the shortcomings of last year’s group, now holding their event at Cal Expo.
Explore
2024
Live Entertainment
Jam out to live music as you make your way around the festival. Good music, good food, while making memories with good people. Our summer motto!
60+ Food Vendors
A foodie’s paradise! We don’t want you to get FOMO … We partnered with a diverse selection of food vendors offering you a mouthwatering lineup of delicious culinary creations.
Carnival
Bring the little ones to enjoy a lively carnival designed just for them. An adventure packed day awaits the whole family!
Car Show
Grab a beer at our fully stocked alcohol booth and check out modified rides, or sign up to show case yours!
50+ Craft Vendors
Experience the joy of discovering handmade crafts! Our vendors bring you the best in artisanal goods, each crafted with love and care.
JUNE 2024
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SUN
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We can't wait to see you!
“Said a hip-hop, the hippie to the hippie
The hip, hip-a-hop and you don’t stop rockin'” Watch The Sugar Hill Gang perform live! First group to take Hip Hop worldwide in 1979 with Rappers Delight and Apache. Sunday @5pm
Feast Mode
Meet some of our vendors
Six crawdad windows
@louisianaheaven
Watch Ralph slap one stick of butta on it! Catch him live as he hosts an unforgettable smoked alligator cooking demo! Chill vibes, good people, & good food.
@pitayaslocas
@pearsonscajun
Louisiana cajun food
When is the Crawdad Festival held each year?
The crawdad festival is held every year on father’s day in Isleton, Sacramento County, California.
Where is the crawdad festival located?
Isleton, Sacramento County, California.
Did Isleton Festival move to Cal Expo?
No, the crawdad festival remains in Isleton.
How long has the crawdad festival been going on in Isleton?
33 years! The crawdad festival has been going on in Isleton since 1986.
Can my ticket be used for any day?
Yes. Each ticket is valid for a single day use.
What are the festival hours?
Saturday 10am-10pm l Sunday 10am-7pm
Can I bring my own crawfish to the festival for cooking?
As long as you share with the chefs! Jokes aside, NO. Please don’t bring your own crawfish to cook.
Is there parking available, and what are the parking fees?
Yes, there will be a shuttle to take you from the parking lot to the festival as well. Parking fee is $12+.
Can I volunteer at the Isleton Crawdad Festival, and how can I sign up?
Yes! Sign up here
Are there any nearby accommodations for attendees traveling from out of town?
Yes! Check them here