Strawberry nachos, chocolate dipped strawberries and strawberry kabobs are just some of the tasty treats offered at the 38th Annual California Strawberry Festival, Saturday and Sunday, May 18 and 19 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds (10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, CA 93001). The festival also features over 150 artists and crafters, a Ninja Nation obstacle course, live entertainment on three stages, carnival rides, a "build-your-own" strawberry shortcake and more.

Trays of freshly picked, vine-ripened strawberries are available at the festival and used in many strawberry-themed foods. Since its inception, the nonprofit festival has contributed over $5 million to Southern California nonprofit organizations. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday. General admission is $15, active military with ID and family and seniors 62 and over, $10, youth ages 5 to 12, $8 and children 4 and under are free. Limited parking onsite is $20 per vehicle. Visitors are encouraged to use the free shuttle service at the 6 locations nearby. Check out https://www.pacificsurfliner.com and take advantage of the Ventura Amtrak Station across the street.

For more information, go to www.CAStrawberryFestival.org.