Back to School Special EventYou’re invited to VISTACHILLA 2025 🌽
Get ready to grow some good vibes at our AgTech-themed showcase!
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon featuring a catered taco bar from Mexican Twisted , complete with churros, horchata, and elote (corn cups) to satisfy your cravings and fuel your inner innovator.
🎟️ Raffle Harvest
Every guest will receive a raffle ticket at the door for a chance to win gift cards and Ag-curious prizes throughout the event.
🌮 Great Food, Great Company, Great Prizes
Come hungry, leave happy—and maybe even a winner. Let’s plant the seeds of connection, celebrate innovation, and have a-maize-ing time together!
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM on Thursday, September 4, 2025
📍 Location: Rotary Cove 1 - Lake Yosemite
🚌 Pick up from the University Transit Center (UTC) at 2:45 PM and 3:15 PM to Lake Merced and will return from Lake Merced at 4:45 PM and 5:15 PM to the UTC.
EVENT COUNTDOWN
2024 LOOK BACK
Last year at VISTACHELLA, we enjoyed amazing food from Mexican Twisted, played fun outdoor games, toured cutting-edge farm tech, and shared unforgettable moments together.
EVENT DETAILS
Pick up from the University Transit Center (UTC) at 2:45 PM and 3:15 PM to Lake Merced and will return from Lake Merced at 4:45 PM and 5:15 PM to the UTC.
For Community Members
- Experience live AgTech demonstrations that bring the future of farming to life
- Discover UC Merced’s mission to innovate agriculture
- Enjoy a lively atmosphere with music, delicious food, fun games, and an exciting raffle
For Growers
- See cutting-edge research and how it delivers practical, industry solutions for agriculture
- Interact with faculty, student researchers and engineers
- Explore collaboration opportunities that reduce your operational costs and risks
For Sponsors & Industry Partners
- Gain exposure through sponsor recognition, on-site signage, and advertising material
- Network with faculty and researchers to support your R&D
- Growers are welcome to join as sponsors
- Showcase your products
Ready to Make New Memories?
Join us for 2025's VISTACHILLA and be part of our next amazing celebration! Let's create even more incredible moments together.
Please RSVP by August 21st so we can prepare enough food for everyone!
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