Strawberry Fest lands on Father’s Day weekend in Idyllwild this year: live music, family fun, living history, and plenty of strawberry specials to celebrate the weekend.
Family fun
The historic Butterfield Stagecoach is returning to Idyllwild for free rides on June 20 & 21. Sign up at Idyllwild Brewpub for a free ride. Families are welcome on this horse-drawn ride around Idypark in the center of town.
- Saturday, June 20: 1pm to 5pm
- Sunday, June 21: 11am to 2pm
A new petting zoo
For even more family fun, Idyllwild Inn is hosting a petting zoo for the Father’s Day weekend. Visit the stagecoach horses while they rest between tours, and pet the goats, chickens, rabbits and other animals in the petting zoo.
Saturday & Sunday, June 20 & 21: noon to 4pm.
Idyllwild Brewpub beer garden
Just above Strawberry Creek, Idyllwild Brewpub is setting up an open-air beer garden for the weekend. They’ll be serving Strawberry Blonde and other beers, plus cocktails, from their sleek Airstream beer trailer. Open to all ages, you’ll also find local vendors and live music.
- Saturday, June 20, 2pm to 5pm: Kimberly Cofer & The Tumbleweeds
- Sunday, June 21, 1pm to 4pm: Nathan James Trio
Say hi to Max
Families stopping by should say hi to Mayor Max. You’ll often find him in his Mayor-Mobile in front of Wooley’s on North Circle Drive late in the week and on weekends; his Instagram has the latest. With his famous ties, a photo with Max is a perfect way to remember your family’s visit to Idyllwild. Don’t forget to grab a cone at Idyllwild Ice Cream or nostalgic and imported candy from the Candy Cupboard after your visit to Max.
This post covers Strawberry Fest 2026. For what’s on now, see the events calendar.
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