Indio International Tamale Festival

82540 Miles Avenue, Indio, CA 92201, California, United States
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Free
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82540 Miles Avenue, Indio, CA 92201
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Indio’s tamale festival returns to Old Town

Spend a weekend in Downtown Indio sampling tamales along the Tamale Trail, browsing vendors, and enjoying live entertainment at a beloved Coachella Valley tradition.

Start date
5 December, 2026 10:00 AM
End date
6 December, 2026 7:00 PM

Event details

Downtown Indio’s Old Town turns into a two-day tamale playground for the Indio International Tamale Festival, where the Tamale Trail leads you past vendor booths serving classic favorites and creative spins, all set to live entertainment and a street-fair buzz.For 2026, plan on Saturday and Sunday, December 5–6, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Miles Avenue Park. Admission is free, with plenty of tamales to sample, and many visitors use the free parking and shuttle options to keep arrival easy.

Event Type and Audience

Festival All Ages Families with Children Adults (21+ for Alcohol Events)
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