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It is that time again!!
70th Annual
Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival
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There’s so much to do!
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.
By the middle of June the North Fork strawberry crop is reaching its peak and bursting with flavor. On Father’s Day weekend, the peak of the strawberry harvest, the Mattituck Lions Club brings the community together for a special weekend of fun and purpose. Whether you’re here year-round, are a seasonal resident or are drawn here by the Festival, you’re in for a wonderful time.
Amusement & 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 & Crafts
Stroll through rows of booths filled with fabulous hand crafted items. You’ll find jewelry, knitwear, candles, hand-made crafts and more!
Entertainment Schedule
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
School of Rock
North Fork's Got Talent
School of Rock
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday, June 12th, 2025
5:00 PM
Music
Jimmy Kenny Band
Fireworks
7:00 PM
9:15 PM
Friday, June 13th, 2025
5:00 PM
Music
Fever Band
Fireworks
7:30 PM
10:30 PM
Saturday, June 14th, 2025
12:30 PM
Aquacherry
Strawberry Queen Announcement
World Strawberry Shortcake Eating Championship
4:00 PM
5:00 PM
7:30 PM
That 70's Band
10:30 PM
Fireworks
Sunday, June 15th, 2025
12:30 PM
Mad Science
Mean Machine
Mad Science
1:30 PM
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
Mad Science
4:30 PM
- Big Bucks Raffle Drawing
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.
The 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 Saturday, June 14h at 4pm 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.
Applications are now closed.
Mattituck Lions Strawberry Festival Talent Show
We’ll be hosting our 5th annual talent show on Wednesday, June 11th on the main stage of the festival fairgrounds from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Admission
5pm - 10pm
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
FREE ADMISSION | Ride Bracelets: $30 Pay One Price
5pm - 10pm
Thursday, June 12th, 2025
Admission: Adults & Children 5 & up = $10 | Children < 5 years = Free
Ride Bracelets: $30 Pay One Price
5pm - 11pm
Friday, June 13th, 2025
Admission: Adults & Children 5 & up = $10 | Children < 5 years = Free
Ride Bracelets: $35 Pay One Price
11am - 11pm
Saturday, June 14th, 2025
Admission: 11am-4pm: Adults & Children 5 & up = $10 | 4pm - 11pm: Adults & Children 5 & up = $20 | Ride Bracelets: $40 Pay One Price (Valid 11am - 7pm). ONLY RIDE TICKETS SOLD AFTER 5PM.
11am - 5pm
Sunday, June 15th, 2025
Admission: Adults & Children 5 & up = $10 | Children < 5 years = Free | *Father's Day - Dads Free Admission w. paid Child | Ride Bracelets: $35 Pay One Price
Dig into the strawberry shortcake, sample the strawberries dipped in chocolate, try the strawberries any way you like them. Head over to the rest tent to enjoy live music. Then find out what is available for sale from arts and craft vendors.
Cheer as the new Strawberry Queen is crowned. Experience the midway rides. Taste foods from around the world. The fun keeps going after the sun sets, so bring lawn chairs and enjoy the fireworks on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Much of the Festival fun is free, thanks to the efforts of our many volunteers. When you do spend, you help the Mattituck Lions advance their year-round community service efforts. Learn more about who benefits.
AS PER SUFFOLK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT SERVICE DOGS ONLY ALLOWED ON FAIR GROUNDS. PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIRED.
Admission
5pm - 10pm
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
FREE ADMISSION | Ride Bracelets: $30 Pay One Price
5pm - 10pm
Thursday, June 12th, 2025
Admission: Adults & Children 5 & up = $10 | Children < 5 years = Free
Ride Bracelets: $30 Pay One Price
5pm - 11pm
Friday, June 13th, 2025
Admission: Adults & Children 5 & up = $10 | Children < 5 years = Free
Ride Bracelets: $35 Pay One Price
11am - 11pm
Saturday, June 14th, 2025
Admission: 11am-4pm: Adults & Children 5 & up = $10 | 4pm - 11pm: Adults & Children 5 & up = $20 | Ride Bracelets: $40 Pay One Price (Valid 11am - 7pm). ONLY RIDE TICKETS SOLD AFTER 5PM.
11am - 5pm
Sunday, June 15th, 2025
Admission: Adults & Children 5 & up = $10 | Children < 5 years = Free | *Father's Day - Dads Free Admission w. paid Child | Ride Bracelets: $35 Pay One Price
