October is National California Date Month

The inaugural National California Date Month is a month-long nationwide celebration designed to:

  • Showcase the exceptional taste, quality, versatility, and heritage of California Dates

  • Savor the sweetness knowing that California Dates are all-natural, packed with nutrients, and heart healthy

  • Honor the hardworking farmers and producers who bring this delicious fruit from farm to table
  • Celebrate the bountiful harvest and the vibrant date industry that contributes to California’s agricultural landscape

Buy Local. Buy American. Choose California Grown!

National Consumer Contest

Starting September 10 through October 31, the California Date Commission will be holding a national consumer contest with the following prizes:

  • 5 winners will receive a 2 lb box of California Dates + a $100 gift card
  • 3 winners will be invited to participate in a private online cooking class hosted by California Dates Ambassador and celebrity chef Aarti Sequeira. Each winner will be able to invite up to 3 friends to join.

  • 1 Grand Prize winner will receive a California Dates VIP Experience at the Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival. The prize package includes a 3-night stay at an area hotel, complimentary tickets to the Celebrity Chef Farm Tour & Luncheon, and the Saturday Grand Tasting Event. 

Consumers can follow California Dates on Facebook and Instagram (@datesaregreat) to get details about the promotions leading up to California Date Month.

Enter the Contest Here!

Get Ready for a Month of Date-Filled Fun!

Leading up to and throughout October there will be several exciting events and promotions to help people discover the wonders of California Dates including:

  • Culinary Experiences: Restaurants and bars throughout Palm Desert and Palm Springs will feature date-inspired menus throughout the month. From sweet and savory main dishes, sides, and desserts to creative cocktails, dates will be showcased in innovative and delicious ways, allowing patrons to experience the diverse culinary potential of this versatile fruit.
  • Virtual Spotlights: Chefs, mixologists, and nutritionists will be featured online, providing valuable insights to viewers, no matter where they are located.
  • Breakfast with Champions: A special event will be held to honor the farm workers whose labor and dedication are the backbone of the date industry. Their contributions will be celebrated, acknowledging the vital role they play in bringing this nutritious fruit from farm to tables around the country.