Clamming to Tradition: 65th Annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival

Previous guests include Santa Claus ...
What? It's his only break, y'know? 

What's all this clamor? Another celebration of tradition and fun is settling in Pismo Beach next weekend (October 14-16)?

Indeed. The pro-"clam"-ation of this celebration is expected to bring thousands of excited kids, teens, and adults from here, there and everywhere. Countless activities await you as you enjoy this event with the wine and waves of Pismo Beach.

The Clam Festival Parade will take place on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at 10:00 AM. The "Clam to the Past" theme of this parade will make everyone go back to the Fabulous Forties when this great tradition first began.

Featured on Saturday will be the annual surfing contest, parade and clam chowder cook-off, while Sunday will feature a clam dig, surf and bubbles, and surfing lessons.

Join in the fun next weekend only in Classic California. And don't make a wrong turn at Albuquerque!

As for accommodations, stay where the action is. Reserve now at Valentina Inn & Villas, less than 2 blocks from the beach!

65th Annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival: October 14-16, 2011

Pismo Beach Clam Festival 2011
Don't Be a Clam... Unless You're Like These Guys

The Pismo Beach Clam Festival is returning for its 65th year. Indeed, Pismo clam lovers and general mollusk enthusiasts will finally be able to enjoy the weekend they've been waiting for all year.

A community tradition since 1946, the Pismo Beach Clam Festival features a splendid array of activities throughout the weekend.

Friday: Wine Walk


Saturday: Parade, music, vendors, Clam Chowder Cook Off, Sand Castle building, hula hoop demo, surf contest.

Sunday: entertainment, vendors, clam digging, surf lessons, special event for "grown ups" Make reservations early for the parade or a vendor booth.

Contact Tommie O'Donoghue at 805-773-4382 or tomio@pismochamber.com for more details.