The Indio International Tamale Festival will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

The festival is held at 82540 Miles Avenue, Indio, California, in downtown Miles Avenue Park.

Yes! The Indio Tamale Festival is a free event, open to the public. Bring the whole family to enjoy the delicious food, entertainment, and fun activities.

Yes, the festival offers a wide selection of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free tamales. Check for signage at the Tamale Trail to locate vendors offering dietary-friendly options.

Absolutely! Many of our vendors offer tamales for take-home in bulk or pre-packaged options. Be sure to ask your favorite vendor about bulk orders.

If you’re interested in becoming a food or merchandise vendor, please visit our Vendor Application page for more details on how to join the festival. The festival not only features tamales but also a variety of Mexican and Latin American foods, including churros, popcorn, and other festival favorites.

While tamales are the star of the show, the Indio Tamale Festival also offers a few other tasty treats for attendees to enjoy.

We encourage all attendees to use the free parking at the Riverside County Fairgrounds, where a shuttle service will run all day between the fairgrounds and the festival.

For rideshare and guest drop-off at the Indio Tamale Festival, head to the corner of Palm Street and Miles Avenue. This area is accessible from both the south and west directions, making it convenient for Uber and Lyft drop-offs.

The Indio Tamale Festival features a variety of live entertainment, including performances by local musicians, traditional Mexican dancers, Escaramuzas, luchadores from East Los Wrestle League, and a wide range of children’s performers like magicians and bubble trick shows.

Absolutely! The festival offers family-friendly activities, including a free craft station for kids, and a variety of rides and games (available at an additional cost). The event is designed for guests of all ages to enjoy.

Yes! The ice skating rink is a free attraction open to all festival-goers. Skates are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

Yes, dogs are welcome at the festival! There’s a fenced dog park next to the festival grounds, perfect for an off-leash potty break. While exploring the festival, please keep your dog on a leash at all times.

This Indio International Tamale Festival is a free admission community event at Miles Avenue Park. Street parking in the neighborhoods surrounding the Park is not regulated and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please adhere to all posted signs and notices. Roads in the immediate vicinity of the event will be closed to vehicle traffic. To avoid searching for neighborhood parking, park for free at the Riverside County Fairgrounds a few short blocks away. Free shuttles depart the Fairgrounds every 15-20 minutes. Limited accessible parking is available at the Fairgrounds on a first-come, first-serve basis. All guests must be able to transfer from their mobility device and navigate a few stairs to board the shuttle. Shuttles are unable to transport mobility scooters, non-collapsible wheelchairs, and other rigid devices. Rideshare and guest drop-off is available at the corner of Palm Street and Miles Avenue, accessible from the south and the west. The Tamale Fest is laid out primarily around paved streets, parking lots, and a concrete perimeter walkway. Some booths and attractions are only accessible on grass. Attractions may have specific requirements for riders; please consult posted signage at each attraction.

Yes, there are public restrooms available throughout the festival grounds.