Contests - SF

Be sure to go through the Park Plaza building where you can check out this years contest winners and all of the 2025 Strawberry Art Contest submissions.

The Strawberry Art Contest is held every year and is open to children in grades 1 - 8 attending school in Northern Santa Barbara County

The entries were judged on the following three criteria:

1. Originality
2. Artistic Composition
3. Relevant Content

The 1st place winners, in each grade category received a $25 gift card and four (4) admissions to the 2025 Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Festival. The 1st place winner’s classroom also received a $150 gift card for classroom supplies.

Who hasn't gazed upon a decadent dessert and been tempted to throw manners aside and just dig right in? At the Strawberry Festival it's OK to stuff your face with pie - at least when you're competing in one of our Strawberry Dessert Eating Contests! Whether you're eating or just watching, the dessert-eating contest is a popular event to attend. The contest is held daily and open to all ages!