Like a bee to nectar the CHHF fly’s back into Fillmore and brings with it the sweet taste of BBQ.

The festival returns to Central Ave Park, 250 Central Ave Fillmore Ca. on June 15 and 16.

Bennett’s Honey Farm returns as the primary sponsor of the Honey, BBQ and good time family event.

Jump on board Fillmore & Western “Honey Express” train for the 7 mile scenic educational ride to Bennett’s Honey Farm. Along the route will be demonstrations by Bee Keepers on bee and hive handling. Docents will explain the importance of bees in maintaining balance and production of our valley’s agriculture activities. The “Honey Express” will depart Fillmore 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM. Riders will be given a “inside the hive” tour of Bennett’s Honey Farm processing facility. Tickets for this activity are available for purchase at the event.

In conjunction with the Honey Harvest Festival, BBQ Teams will be competing in a Kansas City BBQ Society (KCBS) BBQ Contest on June 15. KCBS judging will take place Saturday 12:00 and 2:00 PM. Sunday, June 16, Pitmasters will compete in a “People’s Choice” BBQ event and will be required to use honey in their BBQ. Tickets will be available for BBQ sampling on both days.

Central Park will be buzzing with musical entertainment, Arts & Craft Vendors, Vendors and Educational Speakers on Bee and also on BBQ technique. The event is open to the public at 9:00 AM. There is no charge for entry to the event. Proceeds go to Autism Speaks. For info contact Roger Campbell 805-857-2785.