NATIONAL CALIFORNIA STRAWBERRY DAY – March 21
Tue Mar 21st

National California Strawberry Day

National California Strawberry Day begins in California as part of National Nutrition Month. The annual festival, which takes place on March 21st, is usually the first full day of spring. It's a great time to refresh our senses and get excited about fresh fruit dishes.

Strawberries are the fruit of paradise speckled with a dash of sunshine and whimsy. With double scoop strawberry ice cream cones, their vibrant red dimpled fruit inspires picnics.. These dazzling and stunning berries are sure to drip down our chins as the season heats up. Of course, as the season heats up, the ice creams will drip down our chins, but it is a fair price to pay for a delectable crop of these dazzling and beautiful berries. Even fresh, the juices leave a tantalizing mark on sweet toddlers and sweethearts alike's lips.

As you celebrate the kiss of summer, remember that strawberries are also low in calories, fiber, folic acid, and vitamin C.

#californiastrawberryday is a holiday in the United States. Here's how to track #californiastrawberryday

  • Make your favorite strawberry dishes as spring approaches
  • Add strawberries to your morning breakfast routine
  • Make a parfait or strawberry shortcake and while you're at it, make some memories, too
  • For another fun way to enjoy your strawberries, Plan a trip to a pick-your-own strawberry farm
  • Enjoy some California strawberries and hashtag #CaliforniaStrawberryDay to post on social media.

Calfornia strawberry day is the longest on record for the national california strawberry day in the United States

The California Strawberry Advisory Board, now the California Strawberry Commission, recommended California Strawberry Day in 1983, a true sign of spring.

Strawberry FAQ

Q. What other fruit has its seeds on the outside?

A. None. A. None. Strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the skin.

Does strawberries freeze well? Q. Do strawberries freeze well?

Yes, yes. To seal in an airtight, freezer-safe container, cut the stems and seal. Frozen strawberries are also great for smoothies and other cold beverages.

How many calories are in a strawberry? Q. How many calories are in it? About 4 calories in one medium-sized strawberry is worth about 4 calories.