Join us at the Oxnard Historic Farm Park on Saturday, September 14, 2024, for the First Annual Lima Bean Fest! Free Admission, $10 donation to take part in the tasting contest - first 150 guests.

This unique celebration honors our rich history as the once-proclaimed Lima Bean Capital of the World with various lima bean-themed activities. Experience the versatility of lima beans in our lima bean tasting contest featuring sample dishes from 5 local restaurants: Adolfo Grill, Azafran, BGs Cafe, Spanish Hills Club and Twisted Oak Tavern plus refreshments from Casa Agria Specialty Ales. Unleash your creativity with lima bean crafts. View wer of history in action w3 lima threshers and other vintage equipment. Take stab and guessing how many lima beans in a sack? Purchase your own 2-pound bag of locally grown beans.

The day will be filled with lively music by Frankie and the Lima Beans plus lima bean facts offered throughout the day. There will be a slide show of 250 images of lima beans over the past 100 plus years. At 3:00, we will be taking a group picture of all Lima Bean Descendants - anyone who has had a family member or ancestor take part in the lima bean industry.

Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to get your hands on Jeffrey Maulhardt’s latest book, Ventura County Lima Beans, A History, a fascinating exploration of the crop that shaped our community. Pick up a commemorative poster created by Butterbean Studios, only 100 prints. At this festive event, celebrate our heritage and the legume that put us on the map!