Pismo Beach 2022 Clam Festival Clam Chowder Cook-Off

This highly anticipated event attracts visitors from the entire state. Generations of families look forward to spending 3 days overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean in Pismo Beach. Join in this City Celebration with Live Music, Family-Fun Kid Zone, Commercial and Food Vendors, Beer & Wine Garden, Best Local Clam Chowder Contest, and more!

Where: Pismo Beach Pier, 100 Pomeroy Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA 93449.

Best Local Clam Chowder Contest: October 15, 12pm-1pm: Local Pismo Beach restaurants will compete in a blind tasting competition for the title of Best Local Clam Chowder Winner - and you get to be the judge! You will receive a 2oz portion from up to 10 local restaurants Note: this event sells out early every year. $25

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