Press releases | City of Yuma, Arizona

The City of Yuma is proud to announce that the Medjool Date Festival is returning in person to Yumas Main Street on Saturday, January 8th, from 11am to 5pm after a two-year hiatus.

This nationally recognized fresh fruit festival celebrates the wonderful and tasty date fruit that is grown here in the southwestern desert.

All major local and regional date fruit growers will be on hand to sell their products and provide samples.

The event features a full program of entertainment including live music and community performances including the local band Radical Rewind. This Saturday is also Elvis’ birthday and musical performances will pay tribute to the artist.

“It’s definitely been a while since our last downtown block party,” said Joanne Fiser, Yuma Festivals Coordinator. “I’m excited to see the festivities back on Main Street and dates are my favorites so I can’t wait!”

This family-friendly event is open to all ages and does not cost entry or parking fees. The festival will feature a Kids’ Bounce Zone where all day play is only $ 3 per child.

Yuma Medjool Date Festival sponsors include Bard Valley Date Growers, Imperial Date Gardens, Cathy Nuetzi from State Farm, and local broadcasters Monster Media and El Dorado Broadcasters.

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