National Pick Strawberries Day - May 20
Tue, May 20, 2025

National Pick Strawberries Day

Pick Strawberries Day is an annual American holiday dedicated to the joy of picking strawberries. These juicy red berries are beloved worldwide and often carry a romantic, glamorous connotation. In fact, if we were to list three elements symbolizing passion and love, it might include red wine, roses, and strawberries! The holiday is celebrated on May 20.

History

There is little known about the origins of Pick Strawberries Day. We don’t know who created the holiday or when it was first celebrated.

Strawberries have been around for more than 2,000 years. Initially, they grew wild, producing small, sweet, and sour berries that were used as food by some people in the Americas.

Strawberries began to gain popularity in 1705 when Officer Fresier brought them to Europe from Chile. At that time, the berries were no bigger than a walnut. Strawberries thrived in Europe, and as agricultural sciences progressed, new varieties were developed. The result was the larger, juicier, and sweeter strawberries we enjoy today.

Interesting Facts

  • Strawberries are incredibly healthy, packed with antioxidants, ascorbic and folic acids, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals.
  • Strawberries are the only berries with seeds on the outside of the fruit rather than inside.
  • Madame Taglien, a Frenchwoman, used to take baths in strawberry juice. This left her skin soft and velvety due to the high copper content in strawberries, which promotes collagen production, essential for skin and connective tissue health.

How to Celebrate

Indulge in the taste of strawberries today. You can create a variety of desserts using these berries, and countless recipes are readily available online.

Share the holiday on social media and ask your followers how often they enjoy strawberries.

When is National Pick Strawberries Day in 2025?

National Pick Strawberries Day is observed annually on May 20.

Observations

Weekday Month Day Year
Tuesday May 20 2025
Wednesday May 20 2026
Thursday May 20 2027
Saturday May 20 2028
Sunday May 20 2029