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“Viva Las Berries” 38th Annual Pasadena Strawberry Fest, Texas' best live music

The Pasadena Strawberry Festival, “Viva Las Berries,” with 1200 square feet of Strawberry Shortcake and the hottest Texas Music is the largest event in Pasadena and I’m betting the largest strawberry and entertainment festival in Texas!

“Viva Las Berries,” 38th Annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival features the crème de la crème of Texas Country Music: Seth Candan, Derryl Perry, Aaron Watson, Jason Cassidy Band, The Slags, Cody Rosier, Bart Crow Band, Eli Young Band , Brittany Barbarie, 11th Hour Band, and Silverado.

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May 20th through May 22nd. The Pasadena Strawberry Festival is also home of the World's Largest Strawberry Shortcake, Mud Volleyball, Carnival, BBQ cook off, specialty acts, arts & crafts proceeds fund scholarships and TX history projects. www.strawberryfest.org.

Located on the Pasadena Fairgrounds, where “Viva Las Berries” is happening with the World’s Largest Strawberry Shortcake, Mud Volleyball tournament, Cook off, Helicopter Rides, Jugglers, Magic shows, Thrill shows, Alligator show, Pig Races, Arts & Crafts, Foods of all kinds, Children’s area, Petting zoo, Pony rides, Guitar Hero contest, Ice Skating, Motorcycle Stunt Show, Washer Pitch Contest, Teen Area, Wine Tasting, Beer Tastings, Carnival, Shopping 300 vendors, and you know everyone that’s anyone will be here.

Scheduled entertainment lineup for the 38th Annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival- May 20 – 2

Friday May 20th

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM                Seth Candan

8:00pm - 9:30pm                   Derryl Perry

10:00pm - 11:30pm               Aaron Watson

Saturday May 21st

12:00n - 3:00pm                    Jason Cassidy Band

3:30pm - 5:00pm                   The Slags

5:30pm - 7:30pm                   Cody Rosier

8:00pm - 9:30pm                   Bart Crow Band

10:00pm - 11:30pm               Eli Young Band  

Sunday May 22nd

12:30pm - 1:15pm                 Brittany Barbarie

1:30pm - 3:30pm                   11th Hour Band

4:00pm - 6:00pm                   Silverado

As for some great Pre-Festival events:

Beauty Pageant April 9 & 10, Baby Parade May 7th,Parade May 14th,Teen Kickball Tournament May 14th

One such pre-festival event is an integral part of the Festival, such as the BABC (Bikers Against Breast Cancer) partnering together for the pre-festival bike ride.  The 3rd Annual Bikers Against Breast Cancer (BABC) will take place on Saturday, May 7, 2011 starting the ride at San Jacinto Harley-Davidson and ending at Hooters - Pasadena, TX. There couldn't be a better time to raise awareness and money for breast cancer other than Mother's Day weekend celebrating the women in our lives. Come out and support BABC and The Rose

Starts at:
San Jacinto Harley-Davidson
3636 E. Sam Houston Pkwy S
Pasadena, TX
www.sjhd.com

Party continues:
Hooter’s
3656 E. Sam Houston Pkwy S
Pasadena, TX
www.hooterstexas.com

Tickets available on line at http://www.strawberryfest.org or at the gates $10 general admission, Children 0-4 free, Children 5-11 $5 and Senior Adults (55 +) $5

Friday May 20th gates open at 3 pm, Saturday May 21st, 10 am, Sunday May 22nd, 10 am

Proceeds benefit Scholarships, Local non- profits, and Pasadena and Texas Historical projects associated with the San Jacinto Day Foundation.

Don’t miss the fun, fresh strawberries and shortcake, May 20-22nd 

Bert Muston, CFP, Executive Director

Executive Director

San Jacinto Day Foundation
Pasadena Strawberry Festival
7603 Red Bluff Rd
Pasadena, Texas 77507
Phone: (281) 991-9500
Fax: (281) 991-8880

www.strawberryfest.org

Linda Hale, Executive Assistant

General Info: Linda Ellisonlindae@strawberryfest.org

Map: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/10-ht8TOyaU

Hotel Accommodations: http://www.strawberryfest.org/about/facts.html

Just a fun tip! Join Houston’s KILT Radio also for the 38th Annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival, three days of entertainment and family fun!  Be sure to listen to KILT through May 21st for your chance to win a family four pack of tickets to the Pasadena Strawberry Festival or you can buy tickets, here, and not have to wait in line. Read more:  May – 2011 – 100.3 KILThttp://kilt.radio.com/events/2011/05/#ixzz1JKDbD8y2

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