The Big Sur Foragers Festival returns Thursday–Sunday, Jan. 22–25, 2026, celebrating the region’s natural bounty while raising essential support for the Big Sur Health Center. The festival blends culinary excellence, educational walks, and community partnerships to showcase the unique flavors and resources of Big Sur.

Event Highlights

• Community Supporting Events
  • Dates: Thursday–Friday, Jan. 22–23, 2026
    Local restaurants will host special evenings, donating a percentage of proceeds to benefit the Big Sur Health Center. Details on participating restaurants will be announced soon.
• Fungus Face Off
  • Date & Time: Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, 12–3 p.m.
  • Location: Big Sur Lodge
  • Ticket Price: $125 per person
  • Attendance Limited to 200 Guests

• Wild Foraging Walk & Talks
  • Dates: Saturday–Sunday, Jan. 24–25, 2026
  • Time: 9:30 a.m. start (subject to weather and road conditions)
  • Location: Big Sur Lodge, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
  • Ticket Price: $75 per hiker (no refunds)
  • Capacity: Two hikes per day, 30 people per hike