Event Address

Fair Oaks Park - 11549 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks, CA 95628

Event Parking & Ride Share

General Event Parking  |  ADA Parking  |  Ride Share Drop Off / Pick Up

• Fair Oaks Park (11549 Fair Oaks Blvd.)

Please come back soon for event maps of these specific locations.

Please note:  No outside ice chests, coolers, or outside alcoholic beverages will be allowed inside the festival area. 

CHICKEN STOCK (LIVE MUSIC) 

Put on your dancing shoes and shake your tail feather at this year’s Chicken Stock!  

Hybrid | In-Person (Fair Oaks Park) & Live-Streamed 

Times:

• 3:00pm – 5:00pm – Mullet Mechanix (website https://www.facebook.com/mulletmechanix/) 
• 6:00pm – 8:00pm – FBI Band (website - https://www.fbi-band.com/) 

Not able to attend in person? Watch the performance live at: link available soon

Please note:  No outside ice chests, coolers, or outside alcoholic beverages will be allowed inside the festival area. 

CLUCK N’ CROW CONTEST

Cock-a-doodle-do! Strut on over to the 7^th Annual Cluck N’ Crow Contest presented by the Kiwanis Club of Orangevale – Fair Oaks.  Watch grown adults cluck, crow, strut, and peck as they compete to be crowned the 2021 Fair Oaks Chicken Festival Cluck n’ Crow Champion! 

HYBRID | IN-PERSON (FAIR OAKS PARK) & LIVE-STREAMED

• Time: 5:30 pm

Not able to attend in person? Watch the Cluck n’ Crow live at: https://youtu.be/7ohtepchL8c

Interested in entering the contest? Click here.  

ROCKY’S ROOST (KIDS' ACTIVITIES) 

Presented by the Fair Oaks Youth Advisory Board. Come out and play! Fun for kids of all ages and family friendly vendors for the adults! Attractions include: inflatables, carnival games, face painting, airbrush tattoos, balloon twisting, and family-friendly vendors. 

In-Person (Fair Oaks Park)

• Time: 3:00 pm - 8:30 pm 
• Fees: Wristband (unlimited inflatables & carnival games): $5 each
• Additional Fees (pay vendor directly): Face Painting: $ varies | Airbrush Tattoos: $ varies | Balloon Twisting: $ varies 
• Wristband sales end at 7:00 pm.  Lines cut off at 7:30 pm.

Don’t wait in line!  Purchase your $5 each pre-sale wristbands online

FEED COURT & WATERING HOLE (FOOD & DRINK) 

Come hungry & thirsty! SactoMofo will host the feed court and watering hole! Choose from a variety of the hottest and trendiest food trucks in Sacramento and cool off at the watering hole with your favorite domestic beer and wine ($5 pour).  

In-Person (Fair Oaks Park)

• Time: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

CRAFT BREW Sales

Presented by the Fair Oaks Rotary Foundation.  

In-Person (Fair Oaks Park)

• Time: 3:00 pm - 7:30 pm 
• Fee: $5 per sale 

VIP Experience

Elevate your festival experience by becoming one of Rocky the Roosters VIP’s! Enjoy an exclusive area with a private bar, restrooms, shade, and seating. All with premium viewing of the main stage. Your VIP package includes a $10 food voucher, 2 drink tickets, festival shirt, & premium parking!  Limited availability. 

In-Person (Fair Oaks Park)

• Time: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm 
• Fee: $65 or a 2-pack for $125

VENDORS 

Enjoy shopping and gathering of information from dozens of craft, company and non-profit vendors. Many vendors will also host an online Marketplace where you can shop in advance of the festival and from the comfort of your own home! 

Hybrid |  In-Person (Fair Oaks Park) & Online Marketplace 

• In Person (Fair Oaks Park) from 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm. 
• Online Marketplace opens Wednesday, September 15th and will close Wednesday, September 22nd.

Shop online here

Interested in being a Vendor?  Applications for the 2021 Fair Oaks Chicken Festival are LIVE. 

• Vendor Selection Criteria
• Non-Profit Application (deadline 7/12/2021) 
• Craft Vendor Application (deadline 7/15/2021) 
• Company Vendor Application (deadline 7/15/2021) 
• Attraction/Entertainment Vendor Application (deadline 7/15/2021) 

GREAT Chicken contest

Traditional or unique, make your chicken the GREATEST in town. Each entry will receive one bare wooden chicken to decorate.

All Great Chickens will be displayed at the Chicken Festival Bawk Party (Wednesday, September 15 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the Village of Fair Oaks) for public voting. The Greatest Chicken (Best of Show) will be revealed at the main event in Fair Oaks Park on the 18th.

Winner will receive a gift basket and entry into next year's contest.

Registration | $20 entry

Two divisions: Adult or Child

Register Now for Great Chicken Contest

CLUCK N' CROW SPIRIT CONTEST

Cock-a-doodle-do! Strut on over to the 7^th Annual Cluck N’ Crow Contest presented by the Kiwanis Club of Orangevale – Fair Oaks. Watch grown adults cluck, crow, strut, and peck as they compete to be crowned the 2021 Fair Oaks Chicken Festival Cluck n’ Crow Champion!

Hybrid Event  |  In-Person (Fair Oaks Park) & Live-Streamed

• Time: 5:30 pm

Not able to attend in person? Watch the Cluck n’ Crow live at: link available soon

Registration

Do you have what it takes to be named the 2021 Fair Oaks Chicken Festival Cluck n’ Crow Champion? Strut your stuff on stage at the 7th Annual "Cluck N’ Crow" contest. $100 Amazon Gift Card to the top performer. Contest is limited to 10 participants and registration will begin August 15, 2021.

Pre-registration is REQUIRED. No sign ups will be taken the day of the event.  Must be 13 years or older to participate.

Interested in entering the contest? Register now for the event.

New!  Cornhole Tournament

Join us for an exciting, new cornhole tournament at the Festival!  There will be two divisions to accommodate all skill levels and multiple chances to play and have tons of fun guaranteed!

Event Details

• Bring your own partner & bring your own bags!
• Check-In starts at 1:00 pm
• Tournament starts at 2:00 pm

Registration | $40 per team

Divisions:

• Backyard/Novice: players who are new to the game or play only in their backyard.
• Advanced/Competitive: players with experience playing cornhole in a competitive environment.

Backyard/Novice Registration | Advanced/Competitive Registration

Pre-register to secure your team spot!

*Note: Registration brings you to a download of the mobile Cornholio app.

**Walk-up registration will also be accepted the day of the tournament.

Event Sponsorship

Each September the Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District draws over 10,000 people to attend the annual Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District!  With the aid of sponsorships and partnerships, this exciting event fills the park with great music, fabulous food & drinks, vendors, kid’s activities, contests, and community spirit.

2021 Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in sponsoring? 

Fill out a sponsorship application

For additional information email Sabrina Bernardo at sbernardo@forpd.org.

Old Fashioned Pancake Breakfast - Saturday, September 18th

7:30 am - 10:00 am  |  In-PersoN

Fair Oaks / Orangevale Grange, 5807 Walnut Ave. Orangevale, CA 95662

Come one, come all to a special Chicken Festival-themed morning breakfast at the Orangevale/Fair Oaks Grange No. 354! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, live music from the Mike & Carolynn Band (8am-10am) and photos with Rocky the Rooster!

• Regular Breakfast - Adults $7 | Children (ages 8 and under) $4
  • Scrambled eggs, ham, and blueberry pancakes
• Hearty Breakfast - Adults $9
  • Regular breakfast PLUS biscuits & gravy

*All breakfasts include coffee, tea, milk, or orange juice.

Bawk Party - Wednesday, September 15th

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | in-person

Join us for a one-of-a-kind BAWK Party! Help us kick off the 16^th Annual Fair Oaks Chicken Festival by paying homage to the event’s roots, the Fair Oaks Village.

BAWK Party Activities

• Specials at participating merchants and restaurants
• Admire and cast your vote for the GREAT Chicken contest
• Meet Rocky the Rooster
• Purchase a raffle ticket
• Pick up your free Bawk Party Swag Bag (available to the first 50 attendees)

Check back September 1^st for participating merchants and restaurants and their corresponding specials & discounts.

This event is sponsored by Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District and the Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce.

Download BAWK Party flyer

Call for Volunteers

We need dedicated members of the community like you to help make this event possible. There are a number of different opportunities available.

Apply Now to Volunteer

1. Where is the Fair Oaks Chicken Festival happening this year? 
   • The main festivities will be held at Fair Oaks Park (11549 Fair Oaks Blvd) from 3PM-8PM.  Other features of the event will take place in-person or online from 7:30AM-8:00PM, including the Pancake Breakfast, from 7:30am-10am at the Fair Oaks/Orangevale Grange (5807 Walnut Ave. Orangevale, CA 95662), Fair Oaks Village, online vendor marketplace, live streams, and much more!
2. Why the location change? 
   • The 2021 & 2022 Fair Oaks Chicken Festival will be re-located to Fair Oaks Park as the Village undergoes renovations.  We'll see everyone back in the Village in 2023! 
3. Where should I park? 
   • Parking will be available at Fair Oaks Park & Fair Oaks Church (0.2 miles). Check out the event map for full details.  Please remember to park safely, legally, and respect the residents in neighboring areas! 
4. Can I bring my own drinks/coolers?
   • No outside coolers, ice chests, or outside alcoholic beverages will be allowed in the event area.
5. Where can I view the schedule of events? 
   • Details and final schedule are hatching!  Come back to forpd.org/chickenfest for the final event schedule closer to the event date. 
6. How much does it cost to attend the festival?
   • General admission and parking are free!  Certain activities have a fee attached: Kid’s Park, Craft Brew, VIP Tickets, Pancake Breakfast, etc. 
7. What bands will be playing?
   • Mullet Mechanix will take the mainstage from 3PM-5PM and FBI Band will play 6PM-8PM.  Interested in viewing the show virtually?  Check out the live stream online here. 
8. Where can I purchase merchandise, kid’s park wristbands, or VIP tickets?
   • Tickets for various event experiences/activities are available NOW online here. 
9. Are you still accepting vendors?
   • We are no longer accepting vendors, you may however email Sabrina Bernardo to be placed on a waitlist in case of openings.
10. What attractions will be at the Kid’s Park? 
    • Our Kid’s Park will feature carnival games, inflatables, Water Ballerz, face painting, Rocky the Rooster meet and greet, and kid-friendly music.  Wristbands for carnival games and inflatables can be purchased for $5 here. Water Ballerz and Face Painting can be purchased at attrition directly. 
11. How do I sign up for the Corn Hole tournament?
    • Cornhole Tournament sign-ups are taken online at www.forpd.org/chickenfest  The all new cornhole tournament is hosted by the California Cornhole Association.
12. Will there be food trucks? 
    • The event will feature several food trucks provided by SactoMofo.  Please check back later for details on what eats and treats will be at the festival! Food Trucks: India Jones, Gyro Stop, Ahuevo Foods, Dutchman’s Stroopwafel, Pollo Inferno, Kado’s Asian Grill, The Philly, & Tacos Los Reyes 
13. How do I sign up for the Cluck n’ Crow contest?
    • Cock-a-doodle-doo!  Sign up for the Cluck n’ Crow contest here! 
14. Can I design a great chicken for the great chicken contest? 
    • GREAT Chicken registration are currently closed.  Vote for your favorite submissions at the BAWK Party! 
15. What’s included in the VIP experience? 
    • Elevate your festival experience by becoming one of Rocky the Roosters VIP’s (ages 21+ only)! Enjoy an exclusive area with a private bar, restrooms, shade, and seating. All with premium viewing of the main stage. Limited availability.  Package includes:
      • $10 food voucher
      • 2 drink tickets 
      • Festival T-Shirt 
      • Premium parking! 
    • Click here for more details. $65 per ticket | $125 for 2 
16. How do I view the online vendor marketplace? 
    • View the online vendor marketplace here. 
17. How do I volunteer? 
    • Volunteers help make the Fair Oaks Chicken Festival a successful event!  View our volunteer opportunities here. 
18. I’m not ready to attend in person, what festivities can I experience from home?
    • You can experience a lot of the Chicken Festival fun at home!  We will have an online vendor marketplace, live streams of on-stage concerts, videos, and more!  Click here for more information. 
19. How do I get tickets for the pancake breakfast? 
    • Purchase pancake breakfast tickets in-person at the Fair Oaks/Orangevale Grange.  The pancake breakfast will take place from 7:30AM-10:30AM. 
20. When is the BAWK Party? 
    • The BAWK Party is an all new pop-up event taking place on September 15 from 5PM-7PM at the Fair Oaks Village!  Join in the fun with features such as: specials at participating merchants and restaurants, GREAT Chicken voting, raffle, and Bawk Party Swag bag to the first 50 attendees. 
21. Will there be a ride-share location? 
    • The ride share location will be located in the Fair Oaks Library parking lot. 
22. How do I become a sponsor? 
    • Be a part of this incredible event!  Contact Sabrina Bernardo at sbernardo@forpd.org for information on becoming a sponsor.