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National Avocado Day

Celebrate National Avocado Day in style - whip up some delicious guacamole, avocado toast, and start snacking on the creamy green goodness!

Friday
31
July 2026
Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team
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YEARLY DATEJuly 31
OBSERVED INUnited States
CATEGORYFood
SUBCATEGORYFruit
INTRO

Introduction

Let's celebrate National Avocado Day, which falls on July 31st! This day was created to honor the beloved green fruit, and its rich history. Avocados have been around for centuries and are a staple in many cultures across the world. The avocado is packed full of vitamins, minerals and healthy fats that make it one of nature's superfoods. Let's join together to appreciate this amazing food by celebrating National Avocado Day with friends and family!

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TIMELINE

National Avocado Day Timeline

Avocados Cultivated In Central America

The early cultivation of avocado trees is believed to have taken place in Central and South America, dating as early as 5000 B.C.

Avocado Trees Planted in Florida

The first avocado trees are planted in Florida by horticulturist Henry Perrine, marking the beginning of avocado cultivation in the United States.

Commercial Avocado Orchards in California

California emerges as one of the leading avocado growing regions in the United States, with commercial avocado orchards spread across the state.

Avocados Go Mainstream

Avocados become a popular ingredient in American cuisine during the health and wellness movement of the 1990s.

First National Avocado Day

Model Meals, a meal delivery service, successfully registered July 31 as National Avocado Day with the National Day Calendar.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Avocado Day

EDITOR'S PICK

Make your own guacamole

All you need are avocados, tomatoes, lime juice, red onion, cilantro, salt and pepper. Mix all the ingredients together, and serve with chips or vegetables!

VISIT

Visit an avocado farm

Take a trip to a nearby avocado farm and learn about how they grow and harvest their avocados. You can even pick some avocados yourself!

TRY

Try out different recipes

Look up different recipes that use avocados as the main ingredient and try them out! Avocado toast, tacos, smoothies and salads - the possibilities are endless.

MAKE

Make avocado art

Get creative with your avocados! You can carve them into shapes, make a painting with them or even create avocado jewelry.

THROW

Throw an avocado party

Invite your friends over for a fun night of celebrating National Avocado Day. Set up an avocado bar with all sorts of toppings and drinks - it's sure to be a hit!

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Avocado Day

Avocado versatile

Avocados can be used in every type of cuisine - from Mexican food to Asian dishes. They're also incredibly versatile and can be added to salads, toast, tacos, sandwiches, smoothies and more! You'll never get tired of adding this delicious fruit to your meals!

Avocados are healthy

Avocados are rich in vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. They provide a great source of fiber and are known to help lower cholesterol levels. Plus, they can be used as a substitute for high-fat foods like butter or mayonnaise, making them a healthier option for any dish!

Avocados are delicious

Whether it's mashed up into guacamole, sliced on toast, or simply enjoyed as is - avocados are always a delicious treat! They have a subtle nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with almost anything you can think of. Plus, the creamy texture makes them the perfect addition to any meal.

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