Celebrate the arrival of spring as Downtown Porterville comes alive with shopping, food, entertainment, and community spirit. The Iris Festival is a family-friendly event that showcases the best of our local businesses, artisans, nonprofits, and food vendors while honoring one of Porterville's most cherished traditions.
Whether you're discovering unique handmade treasures, enjoying delicious local cuisine, or spending the day with family and friends, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Admission is free, and everyone is invited to experience one of Porterville's signature spring events.
Date: Saturday, April 3, 2027
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Downtown Main St.
BECOME A VENDOR
Be part of one of Porterville's favorite spring traditions! Vendor applications open soon for businesses, artisans, food vendors, nonprofits, and community organizations.
Whether you're introducing your business to new customers, selling handcrafted products, serving delicious food, or sharing your organization's mission, the Iris Festival offers an excellent opportunity to connect with thousands of community members in a fun, festive atmosphere.
Interested in becoming a vendor? Applications will open for Chamber Members on August 10, 2026 and will open to the general public on September 7, 2026.
*Applications are reviewed to provide a balanced variety of vendors and food options. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.
Event Day Countdown
FESTIVAL FUNCTIONS
CAR EXHIBIT
The 2025 Spring Festival Car Exhibit was sponsored by HAVEN! This past year we had the exciting participation of the Porterville United, a collective made up of 20 local car clubs. We appreciate everyone's participation and you can check out roster featuring Porterville United members that participated in the Car Exhibit.
Interested in sponsoring the Car Exhibit for 2026? Contact our events coordinator: events1@portervillechamber.org
Taco Frenzy!: Taco Eating Contest
Looking for new experiences? Join one of our own latest Spring Festival additions: the Taco Frenzy! This taco eating contest will have contestants facing off a 10 minute mark to see who can eat the most tacos. Contestant spots are limited. 2025's food was sponsored by J & R Meat Company and Papas the Loaded Baked Potato! Register online now for 2026!
LIve entertainment
Enjoy live entertainment throughout the day with performances from some of our dedicated community members. Come out and enjoy performances from local student groups. 2025's entertainment sponsor was Tule River Economic Development Corporation!
Interested in performing? Send your information to events1@portervillechamber.org, please consider the following:
- Entertainment considerations are decided by the event's committee.
- All acts in consideration must be family friendly.
- The Chamber does not pay or do any monetary compensations for performers. We are a non-profit and give the opportunity to performers willing to do it at no cost.
Interested in sponsoring the live entertainment for 2026? Contact our events coordinator: events1@portervillechamber.org
Kids zone
Our Kids Zone features activities and opportunities to family to engage with resources and community members! Our Chamber's JR CEOs also join to showcase their business! 2025's Kid Zone was sponsored by Educational Employees Credit Union - EECU!
Interested in sponsoring the Kids Zone for 2026? Contact our events coordinator: events1@portervillechamber.org
Spring festival 2025
The Spring Festival with the inaugural Taco Frenzy! This year's Car Exhibit was sponsored by HAVEN with a great line-up of vehicles from the Porterville United. EECU returned as the Kids Zone sponsor and was among a great line-up of kid-friendly booths. Tule River Economic Development Corporation sponsored the entertainment this year as well, featuring our own Porterville Unified School District's All District Mariachi Ensemble under the direction of Mr. Young, and the Ozomatli Folkloric Dancers under the direction of Mr. Mendoza.
Spring festival 2024
The 23rd Spring Festival hosted up to 119 vendors with lots family friendly activity happening throughout the day! EECU Sponsored the Kids Zone, Sierra View Medical Center sponsored the Car Exhibit, and Tule River Economic Development Corporation sponsored the live entertainment! The Chili Cook off also returned with INSURICA as its lead sponsor! This magazine features an article about the Spring Festival's kick-off mixer with David Horowitz, the band "Purple Pops," and the latest performing group to join us, the "Ozomatli Folkloric Dancers."
