This event is in the past.It took place on February 22, 2026 at 400 Beach St.
Seafood RestaurantSeafood Restaurant45th Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off
At 400 Beach St
Santa Cruz
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
Tips
🏆your vote picks the winner each day
🥣tasting kits fund Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation
☔bring layers, it happens rain or shine
45th Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off
At 400 Beach St
Santa Cruz
Seafood RestaurantSeafood RestaurantFor 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
Tips
🏆your vote picks the winner each day
🥣tasting kits fund Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation
☔bring layers, it happens rain or shine
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