SAVE THE DATE!
Taft Oildorado
October 10-19, 2025
Taft, California
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What is Oildorado?
Oildorado embodies tradition and celebrates our town's heritage, our economic lifeblood, and our community spirit at all once. Oildorado is not just a ten-day party, but an all-encompassing celebration of where we started, where we are, and where we are going. Oildorado galvanizes our community in most all respects that leaves everyone who attends with a striking sense of pride. Join us October 10-19, 2025 for the 115th celebration of the City of Taft.
A Brief History
Taft was incorporated as a city in 1910, but it wasn’t until 20 years later that the community decided a celebration was in order.
The festivities included a parade that attracted 200 entries and a crowd estimated at 20,000 people. There was a banquet, tug-of-war, fireworks, nail-driving contest, and a water fight staged by the fire department. A civic luncheon was held, which would become a staple of all future celebrations.
About Us
Many communities hold annual celebrations to commemorate anniversaries. Taft is different. The town celebrates its birthday once every five years. But what a celebration it is!
The city’s birthday bash pays homage to the hardy men and women who migrated to this dusty southwestern corner of the San Joaquin Valley when oil seeps were detected shortly after the turn of the century. Oildorado runs for 10 days, and it has something for everyone – a grand parade, melodrama, queen pageant, entertainment, barbecues, dances, civic luncheon, and much more.
2025 Maids of Petroleum
(Front Row) Cameron Beuhler, Aazlynn McCray, Kaidence Boyd, Abigail Pauley and Naomi Vega
(Back Row) Samantha Harp, Chanlyn Martin, Allison Swearengin, Katelynn Moore, Julia Farewell, Stephanie Avina and Rylee Dodson
Photo Courtesy of Cassie Veach
Watch this great video that highlights the history of Oildorado from 1930 to 2015!
Souvenir Program
Work is underway on the official Oildorado 2025 program! The program includes articles, history, schedule of events and more. This collectible souvenir is a must-have for anyone attending Oildorado and will be available once the HQ Store opens in late September.
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