Avenal

Welcome to Avenal!

Oasis in the sun!! Avenal is part of Kings County and located just a few miles off I-5. Avenal was named by Spaniard soldiers and explorers. ‘Avena’ means oat in Spanish, and Kettleman plains were covered with wild oats reaching waist high and resembling golden silk. The self proclaimed Pistachio Capitol of the world thanks to The Wonderful company that employees many Avenal residents. Avenal’s annual Old timer’s Day event that is held the 1st weekend of May is a resident favorite. The RAP program has also become an integral part of the community.

Schools

Avenal is part of the Reef-Sunset Unified School district. Schools include:

Avenal High School
Reef Sunset Middle School
Avenal Elementary School
Tamarack Elementary School
Avenal Adult School

Dining and Shopping

Check out just some of the great Dining and Shopping available in Avenal:

Gallery Cafe
Chalio’s
Taqueria La Piedad
Super Burger
PR’s Donuts
El Frijolito
Subway
The Gym Sports Bar

Shopping:

State Foods
Amigo Market
Sweet Moments
Arroyo’s Family Store
Blanca’s Store
Family Dollar
NAPA Auto Parts
Ervin’s True Value Hardware
Avenal Lumber and Hardware
Moda Hair Studio

Entertainment

Avenal hosts numerous events throughout the year including:

Avenal’s annual event, Old Timer’s Day, is held on the first weekend of May.

The Avenal Sand Drags are held every April and October.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Safe & Sane Halloween

Day of the Child

Avenal’s RAP program holds many activities for youths and adults.

Parks and Recreation

Avenal offers a variety:

RAP Program– Be sure to click on their link to see all the great programs they offer and find out how to get involved!
Floyd Rice Park
Avenal Sports Complex
Neighborhood Park
Recreation Center
Avenal Theater
Skate Park
Kings Boxing Club