About
For well over seventy years, and through a few name changes, Feather Fiesta Days has been Oroville’s #1 double-weekend* hometown celebration. Many elements come together to produce this fantastic montage of extraordinary events including the Grand Parade, the Gold Rush Car Show, Kids Spring Fest, 2x craft fairs, and a monumental, double-spicy chili cook-off. The Big Day is always the day before Mother’s Day, but the festivities kick off the weekend before with fun for the whole family.
*How many days is it? In order to make room for all the fun events, Feather Fiesta Days is what we call a “Double Weekender” – celebration starts on Friday & Saturday, May 1-2, and then continues on the following weekend, Friday & Saturday, May 8-9. If you stick around the whole week, you’ll find a lot going on in between too!
*How many days is it? In order to make room for all the fun events, Feather Fiesta Days is what we call a “Double Weekender” – celebration starts on Friday & Saturday, May 1-2, and then continues on the following weekend, Friday & Saturday, May 8-9. If you stick around the whole week, you’ll find a lot going on in between too!
Official Schedule
May 1
Margarita Mix Off and Salsa Tasting
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Historic Downtown Oroville Myers Street
Kick-off Feather Fiesta Days with Downtown Oroville’s First Fridays celebration. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo while visiting downtown businesses to sample salsas and/or margaritas. At the end of the night vote for your favorite salsa and margarita and enter to win prizes.
Tickets will go on sale a couple of weeks prior to the event.
Margarita Mix Off and Salsa Tasting
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Historic Downtown Oroville Myers Street
Kick-off Feather Fiesta Days with Downtown Oroville’s First Fridays celebration. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo while visiting downtown businesses to sample salsas and/or margaritas. At the end of the night vote for your favorite salsa and margarita and enter to win prizes.
Tickets will go on sale a couple of weeks prior to the event.
May 2
Bidwell Bar Day
12:00 to 4:00 pm
Toll House & Suspension Bridge entrance in the Bidwell Canyon Recreation Area
Find you pioneer spirit and celebrate our Gold Rush era at the historic setting of the Old Toll House and Suspension Bridge. This family-friendly event includes live “Old West” entertainment, gold panning, candle making, food and pioneer crafts. Fun for all ages! Parking and admission are free.
Oroville Aerie F.O.E. 196 5th Annual BBQ Rib Cook-Off
Eagles Hall 2010 Montgomery St.
Oroville Aerie F.O.E. 196 will have a wine and beer garden with ribs and all the fixings! Proceeds will benefit local charities.
Bidwell Bar Day
12:00 to 4:00 pm
Toll House & Suspension Bridge entrance in the Bidwell Canyon Recreation Area
Find you pioneer spirit and celebrate our Gold Rush era at the historic setting of the Old Toll House and Suspension Bridge. This family-friendly event includes live “Old West” entertainment, gold panning, candle making, food and pioneer crafts. Fun for all ages! Parking and admission are free.
Oroville Aerie F.O.E. 196 5th Annual BBQ Rib Cook-Off
Eagles Hall 2010 Montgomery St.
Oroville Aerie F.O.E. 196 will have a wine and beer garden with ribs and all the fixings! Proceeds will benefit local charities.
May 8
Kiwanis “Kiddies” Parade
Starts at 6:00 pm
Pine & Myers St.
This long-running tradition is always adorable and fun for the kids. This year’s theme is ‘Wild Wild West’. The parade is free to enter and top entrants can win $50 for first place, $30 for second place, or $20 for third place. Winners also get to be in the Feather Fiesta Days Parade at 10 am on Saturday.
Kiwanis “Kiddies” Parade
Starts at 6:00 pm
Pine & Myers St.
This long-running tradition is always adorable and fun for the kids. This year’s theme is ‘Wild Wild West’. The parade is free to enter and top entrants can win $50 for first place, $30 for second place, or $20 for third place. Winners also get to be in the Feather Fiesta Days Parade at 10 am on Saturday.
May 9 - THE BIG DAY!
The Main Event – A Full Day of Fun for the Whole Family!
Eagles “All You Can Eat” Pancake Breakfast
Starts at 8:00 am
Oroville Eagles Hall Corner of Myers and Montgomery
Start off the Feather Fiesta Days Big Day with a hearty breakfast! Breakfast includes all the pancakes you can eat, 3 sausage links, coffee, and juice. A donation is required and the proceeds benefit local charities.
Native Sons Of The Golden West Pancake Breakfast with Bloody Mary Bar & Beer Garden
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Huntoon & Miner’s Alley
Serving up breakfast in the morning with beer, wine, and cocktails all day long! The Native Sons are engaged in many charitable activities such as historical preservation and the marking of historical sites and landmarks, as well as the support of preservation efforts throughout the state, to keep alive the rich history of California. They also donate to hospitals who help children born with cleft palates and other craniofacial anomalies. Come support this great organization.
Downtown Oroville Gold Rush Street Fair
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Historic Downtown Oroville Myers and Montgomery
The Downtown Oroville Business Association invites the community to come and enjoy food, games, local information, and craft booths in the Gold Rush Lot. A model for small-town America, Oroville’s downtown area has much to offer with over 100 small businesses. The area includes quaint offerings from antique shops to art galleries. In Oroville, today and yesterday come together in a very special way.
Oroville Docents Craft Fair
7:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sank Park Montgomery and Huntoon
Feather Fiesta Days brings the Oroville Docents Crafts Fair to beautiful Sank Park. Come enjoy the beauty of the park along with local handmade crafts, coffee, and donuts.
Exchange Club Grand Parade
Starts at 10:00 am
Montgomery St.
The Grand Parade is small town charm and pride at its best. This includes floats, marching bands, local community groups, cars, horses, and even the occasional lama. This year's theme is "Oroville 101". With up to 100 entries there is never a dull moment.
Miss Oro Dam Cruiser Contest
7:00 am to 2:30 pm
Historic Downtown Oroville
During the car show for $15 you can enter to win the Miss Oro Dam Cruiser Contest. Rosie the Riveter, Poodle Skirts, and Modest Dress are required for the contest. Trophies will be handed out at 2:30 pm.
The Main Event – A Full Day of Fun for the Whole Family!
Eagles “All You Can Eat” Pancake Breakfast
Starts at 8:00 am
Oroville Eagles Hall Corner of Myers and Montgomery
Start off the Feather Fiesta Days Big Day with a hearty breakfast! Breakfast includes all the pancakes you can eat, 3 sausage links, coffee, and juice. A donation is required and the proceeds benefit local charities.
Native Sons Of The Golden West Pancake Breakfast with Bloody Mary Bar & Beer Garden
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Huntoon & Miner’s Alley
Serving up breakfast in the morning with beer, wine, and cocktails all day long! The Native Sons are engaged in many charitable activities such as historical preservation and the marking of historical sites and landmarks, as well as the support of preservation efforts throughout the state, to keep alive the rich history of California. They also donate to hospitals who help children born with cleft palates and other craniofacial anomalies. Come support this great organization.
Downtown Oroville Gold Rush Street Fair
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Historic Downtown Oroville Myers and Montgomery
The Downtown Oroville Business Association invites the community to come and enjoy food, games, local information, and craft booths in the Gold Rush Lot. A model for small-town America, Oroville’s downtown area has much to offer with over 100 small businesses. The area includes quaint offerings from antique shops to art galleries. In Oroville, today and yesterday come together in a very special way.
Oroville Docents Craft Fair
7:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sank Park Montgomery and Huntoon
Feather Fiesta Days brings the Oroville Docents Crafts Fair to beautiful Sank Park. Come enjoy the beauty of the park along with local handmade crafts, coffee, and donuts.
Exchange Club Grand Parade
Starts at 10:00 am
Montgomery St.
The Grand Parade is small town charm and pride at its best. This includes floats, marching bands, local community groups, cars, horses, and even the occasional lama. This year's theme is "Oroville 101". With up to 100 entries there is never a dull moment.
Miss Oro Dam Cruiser Contest
7:00 am to 2:30 pm
Historic Downtown Oroville
During the car show for $15 you can enter to win the Miss Oro Dam Cruiser Contest. Rosie the Riveter, Poodle Skirts, and Modest Dress are required for the contest. Trophies will be handed out at 2:30 pm.
Plan Your Trip
EATING, LODGING, & GETTING HERE
LODGING
If you’re considering an overnight stay, here’s a list of lodging in Oroville.
Oroville Lodging
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EATING
If you get hungry, don’t worry. In addition to the great food you’ll find at the festival events, Oroville has excellent dining opportunities. Check out our Oroville Local Dining Guide for a few suggestions.
GETTING HERE
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Q. Which day is the main celebration?
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Saturday, May 9 is the BIG Day. The Official Grand Parade, Gold Rush Street Fair, Car Show, and the big Chili Cook-Off are all on Saturday, May 9.
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Q. What about parking?
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While there is a lot of parking in downtown Oroville, some areas will be closed off for the festivities on the Big Day of the Festival, Saturday, May 9. We will be updating this page with up-to-date parking info and maps so please check back before the event.
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Q. Do I have to buy tickets?
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Feather Fiesta Days is a 100% free festival. Some unofficial events may require tickets. Please contact the location or sponsor for more detailed information about these events.
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Q. What about restrooms and ATM access?
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Portable public restrooms and ATMs will be available at multiple locations downtown. Please refer to the event flyer and map for more detailed information.
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Vendor & Participant Information
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The Oroville Area Chamber of Commerce will carry paper applications for the Kiddie Parade, Grand Parade, Gold Rush Car Show, and the Craft Faire.
For additional information about participating in Feather Fiesta Days, please contact the event organizers directly. |
Kiddies Parade
Contact: Kiwanis Club, (530) 533-6680 Application Grand Parade Contact: Oroville Exchange Club, (530) 534-8021 Gold Rush Car Show Contact: Oro Dam Cruisers, (530) 533-4001 or louplaster@gmail.com Application Downtown Street Fair Contact: Downtown Oroville, (530) 552-1233 Application Craft Faire at the Lott Home Contact: Oroville City Docents, Janice Clay (530) 533-8192 | johnclay08@comcast.net, or Lani Fridrich (530) 533-0529 | lanif@att.net Application |
Contact
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For additional information about Feather Fiesta Days, please contact the Oroville Chamber of Commerce. 1789 Montgomery St. Oroville, CA 95965 530.538.2542 info@orovillechamber.com Monday–Friday 9AM–3PM |
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