Welcome to the 70th Annual Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival!
Make a day or evening of it. Whether you choose some of our farm fresh strawberry delicacies, take a ride on a super roller coaster, shop amongst our arts and crafts or listen to some great music or watch many of the great attractions with the kids.
Amusement and Rides:
With over 25 rides and a variety of midway games, you won’t be bored! Find a giant Ferris Wheel, Thrill Rides for all and over a dozen rides specific for our youngest visitors.
All ride bracelets must be purchased in-person. Rain or shine event, all purchases are final. Even if it is necessary to close or partially close the event due to dangerous weather or conditions. NO REFUNDS.
Arts and Crafts:
Stroll through rows of booths filled with fabulous hand crafted items. You’ll find jewelry, knitwear, candles, hand-made crafts and more!
Food:
Straight from the growers, the Lions serve up Strawberries in every way imaginable! Fabulous strawberry shortcake, daiquiris, pie, chocolate dipped berries and more.
Visit the International Food Court where you’ll find gyros, funnel cakes, roasted corn, sausages, hamburgers, French fries, pizza, ice cream, non-alcoholic beverages and coffee.
Hulling Night:
A time-honored tradition that brings the community together, Hulling Night is an opportunity for families and friends to gather under the big tent to hull the berries that will be used for the weekend's festivities.
Shortcake Eating Contest:
Major League Eating’s World Strawberry Shortcake Eating Championship returns to the North Fork as the world’s best eaters battle it out for the crown.
Strawberry Queen:
The application for the 2025-2026 Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Queen is now available online and through the guidance offices at Mattituck, Southold and Greenport High Schools. The contest is open to all High School Sophomores and Juniors who reside in the Town of Southold. Join us as we celebrate the selection of a young woman who has impressed the judges with her poise, academic success, range of interests and a commitment to community service.
Application must be returned by April 17, 2025 to [email protected]. Please contact Lion, Scott Czujko with any questions.
Entertainment Schedule:
12:30 PM: Aquacherry
4:00 PM: Strawberry Queen Announcement
5:00 PM: World Strawberry Shortcake Eating Championship
7:30 PM: That 70's Band
10:30 PM: Fireworks
