California Strawberry Festival

Entries can include sauces, desserts entrées, dips, drinks, jams, spreads--any food or drink creation that includes strawberries (of course), fresh ingredients and shows creativity. The deadline to submit a recipe is April 6.

Submissions must be original, non-baked, sweet or savory-tasting strawberry dishes.

This is Aitouganov's first time entering the festival's poster contest.

The artist with the winning design will receive $2,000 and four VIP tickets to the festival, which takes place May 19 and 20.

Each year, the festival attracts nearly 60,000 visitors. Festivalgoers come from throughout southern California including Los Angeles, Ventura, San Bernardino, Kern, Santa Barbara and Orange counties.

Entries are being accepted for the 35th Annual California Strawberry Festival Official Poster Contest. The winner will receive $2,000 and four VIP tickets to the official poster unveiling luncheon on March 6. Deadline to enter: February 1