26th ANNUAL LATINO FOOD FESTIVAL
MENUDO & POZOLE COOK OFF
SUNDAY, MAY 24TH AT THE KERN COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
OFFICE PHONE: 661-633-5495
Sunday, May 24, 2026 at the Kern County Fairgrounds
Presented By: Jim Burke Ford | Avanza Autos, California Resources Corporation, Michelob ULTRA, Tejon Indian Tribe | Hard Rock Casino
CALLING ALL MENUDO AND POZOLE CONTESTANTS!!
Show up and show out at the 26th Annual Latino Food Festival Menudo & Pozole Cook-Off! We want what you’re cooking!
Become a menudo or pozole contestant and show the community your skills!
How does it work? Participants will cook their favorite menudo or pozole dish at the event where official judges will select the top winners. Each dish is judged on a number of factors, such as taste, aroma and more. Those who place will earn cash prizes.
This competition consistently brings together a lively mix of friendly rivalry, great camaraderie, and enthusiastic attendees, all in support of a meaningful cause. Proceeds benefit the KCHCC Scholarship Fund and small business technical training programs.
To be a contestant on Sunday, May 24th at the Kern County Fairgrounds, give our office a call at 661-633-5495 or email MAIL@KCHCC.ORG
To become a sponsor contact jtamsi@kchcc.org
UPCOMING KCHCC EVENTS
2026 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
2026 KCHCC Installation & Business Awards Gala
2026 KCHCC PRESIDENT’S AWARDS
At this year’s Installation and Business Awards Gala highlighted our President & CEO, Jay Tamsi wanted to recognize the small but mighty group that work around the clock, behind the scenes to ensure the chamber’s projects and programs run smoothly.
Get In Touch
(661) 633-5495
Location
1601 H Street
Suite 201 A
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Open Hours
Mon: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Tue: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wed: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Thur: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed