Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival

• Heritage & History
  It began in 1921, celebrating local date harvests. Revived post-WWII with an “Arabian Nights” theme and the famed Queen Scheherazade pageant.

• When & Where
  Held annually in mid-February at the Indio Fairgrounds, CA. A 13-day event with varied hours (weekdays: 3 PM–10 PM; weekends: 10 AM–10 PM).

• Entertainment & Rides
  It offers live music, monster trucks, demolition derbies, rodeos, and a bustling carnival midway with rides and games.

• Food & Flavors
  Highlights date-infused treats—think date shakes, bacon-wrapped dates, and creative date desserts—plus classic fair food.

• Economic & Cultural Impact
  It draws over 250,000 visitors, boosts the local economy by ~$35–36M, and celebrates the Coachella Valley’s agricultural heritage.

• Visitor Tips
  Plan for parking, check daily schedules, and dress for desert weather, family-friendly with free admission for young kids and special discounts for veterans.

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