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National Strawberry Day

A food observance on February 27 celebrating strawberries and the sweet, vibrant flavor they bring to desserts, recipes, and fresh eating.

Saturday
27
February 2027
Last updated February 26, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team
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YEARLY DATEFebruary 27
OBSERVED INUnited States
CATEGORYFood
SUBCATEGORYFruit
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INTRO

Introduction

It's time to get your taste buds ready for National Strawberry Day on February 27! This day celebrates one of nature’s most delicious and sweet fruits. Strawberries have been around since the early 18th century, and ever since then they have become a favorite among many people. Not only are they incredibly tasty, but they are also packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that provide numerous health benefits. So let's celebrate this day by indulging in some fresh strawberries – whether it be in a smoothie, as a topping on a cake or just plain old snacking!

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TIMELINE

National Strawberry Day Timeline

First Captivated by Strawberries

Europeans began cultivating strawberries in gardens, having been previously grown only in the wild.

Strawberry Hybrid

A new hybrid strawberry was developed in France, bred from North American and Chilean strawberry plants.

Strawberry Fiestas in America

Strawberry celebrating fiestas became popular in parts of the United States.

Industrial Growth of Strawberries

The development of the railroad and refrigerated cars aids in the distribution of strawberries across the United States.

Strawberry Shortcake Doll

Strawberry Shortcake, a character used for licensed products, was created, increasing the popularity of strawberries even more.

Establishment of National Strawberry Day

National Strawberry Day was established to appreciate one of the most popular fruits enjoyed worldwide.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Strawberry Day

EDITOR'S PICK

Make a Strawberry Smoothie

Grab some fresh strawberries and blend them with your favorite fruit juice for an easy and delicious smoothie.

BAKE

Bake a Strawberry Cake

For a delicious treat, bake a strawberry cake with fresh strawberries, sugar, butter, eggs, flour, baking powder, and salt. Top it off with cream cheese frosting and you have a tasty treat!

CREATE

Create a Strawberry Jam

Gather fresh strawberries and mash them up with sugar and lemon juice. Boil the mixture until thickened and pour it into sterilized jars. You now have a delicious jam that is perfect for spreading on toast or using in recipes.

ENJOY

Enjoy a Strawberry Ice Cream

Homemade ice cream is always better than store bought, so why not make some strawberry ice cream? Combine milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and chopped fresh strawberries in a blender. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and enjoy!

MAKE

Make a Strawberry Margarita

Mix together tequila, triple sec, grapefruit juice, lime juice, agave nectar, and fresh strawberries for a delicious strawberry margarita that is sure to please your taste buds.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Strawberry Day

Strawberry picking is fun

For those lucky enough to live near straberries farms, strawberry picking is one of the most fun pastimes you can have. It's a great way to relax and get away from your day to day stresses and take some time out for yourself! Plus, you get lots of yummy strawberries at the end too!

Strawberries are deliciously sweet

Strawberries are some of the sweetest and most delicious fruits out there. Whether eaten on their own or in a recipe, they provide a delightfully sweet taste that is unmatched! Additionally, they are the perfect addition to any fruit salad or smoothie for added flavor.

Strawberries are packed with nutrition

Not only do strawberries taste great, they are also packed with all sorts of nutrients and vitamins. They contain vitamin C, fiber, potassium and folate and have tons of antioxidants which can help protect against cell damage and disease.

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