This event is in the past.It took place on February 22, 2026 at 400 Beach St.
EntertainmentEntertainment45th Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off
February 21 at 1pm - February 22
At 400 Beach St
Santa Cruz
🏆Your vote picks the winner each day
🥣Tasting kits fund Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation
☔Bring layers, it happens rain or shine
For 45 years, chowder fanatics have descended on the Santa Cruz Boardwalk to taste, slurp, and crown the best Boston and Manhattan clam chowders. Amateur chefs battle Saturday, professionals Sunday, and your vote decides who takes home the trophy.
Beachside competition
Tasting & judging
Weekend food fest
Rain or shine event
EntertainmentEntertainment45th Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off
February 21 at 1pm - February 22
At 400 Beach St
Santa Cruz
🏆Your vote picks the winner each day
🥣Tasting kits fund Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation
☔Bring layers, it happens rain or shine
For 45 years, chowder fanatics have descended on the Santa Cruz Boardwalk to taste, slurp, and crown the best Boston and Manhattan clam chowders. Amateur chefs battle Saturday, professionals Sunday, and your vote decides who takes home the trophy.
Beachside competition
Tasting & judging
Weekend food fest
Rain or shine event