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
- 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
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