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This event is in the past.It took place on February 23, 2025 at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Clam Chowder Cookoff & Festival 1
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Clam Chowder Cookoff & Festival

Santa Cruz

Sample dozens of chowders while the Giant Dipper rattles overhead and the Pacific crashes nearby. This weekend festival brings together competitive cooks, classic boardwalk rides, and that unmistakable salty-aired California nostalgia.

family-friendly
chowder competition
classic boardwalk rides
beach access

Tips

🌊lively, a little nostalgic, and right next to the ocean
🏖️beach access is a highlight, not just the rides
🅿️parking takes patience on weekends

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

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