Iris Festival

purple iris was declared the official flower of Porterville in January 1963. Over 30,000 residents and visitors are expected to celebrate the 16th Annual Iris Festival on April 26th. The community has seen the Iris Festival grow from a small local event with 30 vendors, and a couple thousand attendees, to one of the County’s premier gatherings with 200-plus vendors and welcoming visitors from throughout California and the Western United States. Happening on Saturday, April 27th in downtown Porterville, the 16th Annual Iris Festival happens from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features activities for the entire family. 200 crafter, food, vendor, business and information booths; free entertainment at the Centennial Park and Mill Street stages; community organization corner; business promotion alley; and, special merchant promotions will await festival attendees. The Porterville Chili Cook-off event will be back for its fifth year, as local businesses, families, and friends form teams to take part in this friendly competition. Back will be the popular chili sampling and taster’s choice awards. Vendor, business promotion, and community information booths are available by contacting the Chamber. Ask about the member discount program.