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Indio International Tamale Festival
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The Indio International Tamale Festival celebrates the vibrant community, culture, and authentic tamales of Greater Palm Springs and Southern California. Since 1992, it has become one of the region's most anticipated annual events, drawing visitors from across Southern California. Recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest tamale festival, this cultural celebration offers delicious food, live entertainment, and fun for the whole family. Make sure to visit this iconic event in the heart of the Coachella Valley, one of the best regional festivals in California!

Location

Miles Avenue Park
Indio, CA

Hours

Saturday, Dec 7, 2024: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday, Dec 8, 2024: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Parking

Free parking at the Riverside County Fairgrounds with a free shuttle service to the festival.

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Press Release Media Kit

🎶 When you hear Mariachi Del Ayer (@mariachi.del.ayer) at the Indio International Tamale Festival, it means tamales are near! Roaming the festival both days, they’ll be bringing “música tradicional del Mariachi al Valle de Coachel
🎩✨ Join us at the Indio International Tamale Festival on December 7 & 8 for tamales, music, and family-friendly magic—all with FREE admission! Catch Magician Zany Zoe (@zanyzoemagic) performing Saturday and Sunday at 12 PM, 2:30 PM, and 4
Are you interested in selling your homemade tamales at the Indio International Tamale Festival? We’re here to help! If you can make at least 250 tamales, are ready to set up a booth on December 7 and 8, and want to be part of the fun, we’
¿Tamales pa’ la banda... or just for you? Get ready for handmade tamales, luchador wrestling, magic shows, ice skating, and live music all day—with a headliner each night! Headliners announced soon—follow us for updates! 📅
🌶️ Calling All Tamale Vendors and Local Artisans! Do you make the best tamales in town, or create unique artisanal goods? Join the 2024 Indio International Tamale Festival and showcase your culinary skills or craftsmanship to thousands of hungry and

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