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Beachside chowder tastings warm up winter in Havasu
Sample hearty chowders and coastal-style comfort food lakeside, then linger for beach walks and sunset views inside Lake Havasu State Park.
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Lake Havasu State Park trades desert heat for coastal flavors during Chowderfest, a winter celebration that brings chowder samples, live music, and lakeside sunshine together for an afternoon of food and relaxation. You’ll sample bowls from local restaurants and chefs competing for top honors in categories like traditional clam chowder, seafood variations, and creative interpretations. General admission includes a tasting cup and voting rights, with VIP options offering additional samples and early entry.
The event typically runs from late morning through mid-afternoon in January or February, when Lake Havasu weather is mild and perfect for outdoor dining. Arrive early to avoid the longest lines at popular booths, and bring cash for additional food vendors and craft sellers set up around the park perimeter. The beach is steps away if you want to take a post-tasting walk along the sand or let kids burn off energy before heading back for more samples.
Make a full weekend of it by staying in a Lake.com rental near Windsor Beach or Cattail Cove, where you’ll have direct water access for morning paddleboard sessions and sunset beach walks that bookend your chowder tasting day. Winter lake temperatures are too cool for swimming but perfect for shoreline exploring and wildlife watching.
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