Experience one of Corning&rsquo\;s most anticipated community traditions at the 79th Annual Corning Olive Festival &\; Car Show!
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\nOctober 10\, 2026
\n10:00 AM &ndash\; 3:00 PM

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Be part of a celebration that honors more than 100 years of Corning&rsquo\;s proud heritage as the Olive City. This beloved festival brings our community together for a full day of flavor\, entertainment\, and discovery &mdash\; and you won&rsquo\;t want to miss a moment of it.
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\nWhy Attend?

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Taste the best of Corning with local food vendors showcasing olive-inspired creations and festival favorites.
Meet industry leaders and artisans who bring craftsmanship\, culture\, and innovation to life.
Bring the whole family for hands‑\;on crafts\, activities\, and a lively kids&rsquo\; zone designed for smiles of every age.
Enjoy live music that sets the tone for a festive and fun atmosphere.
Explore an impressive car show featuring everything from timeless classics to today&rsquo\;s cutting‑\;edge models.

\nWhether you&rsquo\;re a longtime resident\, a returning visitor\, or discovering Corning for the first time\, the Olive Festival is your chance to celebrate tradition\, community spirit\, and the vibrant culture that makes our city unique.
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\nCome for the olives &mdash\; stay for the experience.
\nWe&rsquo\;ll see you there!\n

\nVendor Information
\nBack by popular demand! We want to show some Olive Love to our vendors featuring olive‑\;themed goods or olive‑\;based products. Enjoy a $10.00 discount on your vendor fee as our thank‑\;you.
\nSimply describe which of your items are olive‑\;themed for verification and enter the code OLIVELOVE when registering.
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\nChamber Member Discount
\nRetail vendors who are active Chamber Members are eligible for a discounted booth rate.
\nTo receive this benefit\, please ensure you register using your Chamber Member status.

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Permit Requirements

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All vendors are responsible for ensuring they have obtained the appropriate permits prior to participating in the event. Please review the resources below to confirm that your documentation is complete.
\nRequired Permits and Resources

\nCalifornia Seller&rsquo\;s Permit
\nAll vendors&mdash\;excluding nonprofit organizations&mdash\;must hold a valid California Seller&rsquo\;s Permit.\n\n

If you do not yet have one\, it can be obtained at no cost through the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration:
\nhttps://www.cdtfa.ca.gov/taxes-and-fees/faqseller.htm

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Food Service Permits
\nFood trucks\, food pop‑\;ups\, and cottage food operators must secure the required permits through Tehama County Environmental Health.
\nInformation and applications are available at:
\nhttps://www.tehama.gov/government/departments/environmental-health
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\n**The two "\;Food Truck Vendor"\; fee options are for ALL FOOD VENDORS\, whether you'\;re in a truck or a 10x10 canopy.
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\nVendors will again have the opportunity to set up on the Car Show side of the park this year.
\nIf you selected this option during registration\, no further action is needed. If not\, or if you wish to update your placement\, please contact the office for assistance.
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\nImportant Deadlines

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Vendor Application Deadline: September 25\, 2026 (applications submitted after this date may incur a late fee)
Final Registration Close: October 2\, 2026