MADERA, Calif. (KFSN) -- A weeklong festival for the fruit is kicking off, and the mayor is promoting the event in a very unique way.
Madera considers itself the heart of pomegranate country as many pomegranates are grown here. The super-fruit is becoming more and more popular with everything from juice to being incorporated into food.
The second annual Madera Pomegranate Celebration is October 26th through November 4th.
Pomegranate themed events will happen throughout the area all week long, with the Pomegranate Festival taking place on Saturday, November 3rd from 10am to 4pm at the Madera Airport. Admission is free.
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Click here to watch the Pomegranate Rock YouTube video
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Madera Pomegranate Celebration
October 26th through November 4th > More information
Pomegranate Festival
Saturday, November 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Madera Airport
Admission is free
madera, madera county, pomegranate, entertainment, amanda venegas
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