28th Annual Lemon Festival in Downtown Chula Vista
August 16
South Bay’s most anticipated summer event is returning to Downtown Chula Vista on Saturday, August 16, from 11am to 6pm. The 28th Annual Lemon Festival will have Third Avenue bursting into color, offering a tangy mix of lemon-inspired treats, live entertainment, and fun for the whole family. The streets will be buzzing with the fresh flavors and sunshine that have made this festival a local favorite.
In celebration of Chula Vista’s citrus heritage, this year’s Lemon Festival will transform the community into a zesty wonderland, packed with mouthwatering food and drinks, two stages of live music, a lemon cook-off competition, arts and crafts vendors, and plenty of opportunities for photo ops with the one and only, Tarty the Lemon. The Little Lemons kids’ area will also bring joy to young festival-goers with games, crafts, and activities in Memorial Park.
“We’re thrilled to welcome back the Lemon Festival and continue this treasured tradition,” said Dominic Li Mandri, District Manager of the Downtown Chula Vista Association. “This festival has become a true symbol of our vibrant community. It brings together neighbors, local businesses, and visitors from all over, united by a shared love of fun, flavor, and of course, lemons. We can’t wait to share this amazing day with everyone!”
Back in the early 1900s, Chula Vista was covered with lemon groves that stretched as far as the eye could see, even earning the title of “Lemon Capital of the World.” Though the groves are no longer around, events like the Lemon Festival keep the city’s citrus legacy alive, fostering community spirit and supporting local businesses in the heart of the South Bay.
Join us for a celebration of all things lemon at the 28th Annual Lemon Festival in Downtown Chula Vista. Squeeze the day with us because it’s going to be a peel of a time!
For more information on this year’s Lemon Festival please visit www.downtownchulavista.com
