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By Bay City News The annual Artichoke Festival, held in Monterey County since 1959, was canceled indefinitely on Friday by the festival’s board of directors. Related Articles Fest alert: The 2025 Mill Valley Music Festival arrives May 10-11 Check out these Bay Area events on Mother’s Day weekend and beyond May the Fourth, and rest of month, be with you at these Bay Area events Pitt…

Artichoke Festival canceled for 2025, organizers announce closure of annual event

CASTROVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) - Organizers of the Artichoke Festival announced the 2025 event has been canceled, and the annual event will officially close after 65 years. The event website was updated Saturday with the announcement of the event's closure. "This decision, made after months of thoughtful consideration, stems from the growing financial strain caused by increasing event production costs, insurance premiums, permitting requirements,…

After 65 years, Artichoke Festival permanently canceled

After 65 years, the annual Artichoke Festival has been canceled permanently and will not return in 2025.