Free Admission At Santa Maria Strawberry Festival All Weekend

SANTA MARIA, Calif. (KEYT) - The Santa Maria Strawberry Festival is expanding the celebration this weekend with free admission and chances for free rides.

The popular event is known for their evolving carnival atmosphere celebrating the region's strawberry industry.

In today's world of high prices, the Strawberry Festival's first use of free admission for the whole weekend is something families will definitely want to take advantage of.

Also combined with the annual Strawberry Dinner for the first time, the Santa Maria Fairpark is expected to be packed this weekend.

The festivities are running with free admission at the front gates for all three days, Friday evening 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., and 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Another new feature this year, provided by Helm and Sons Amusements, is a trivia game show happening every two hours, providing chances to win unlimited ride wristbands.

Helm and Sons has also provided more rides to the festival this year, providing something for attendees of all ages.

Organizers say the expanding community partnerships are vital to providing this event every year, and they are eager to see everyone out enjoying the weekend.

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