The most widely searched “Strawberry Festival” right now is the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City, Florida, which in 2026 is scheduled to start on February 26, 2026, and run through March 8, 2026.

Because there are many strawberry festivals around the world (California, Illinois, Ohio, local farm events, etc.), the exact start date depends on which one you mean. If you’re looking for a different Strawberry Festival (for example, the California Strawberry Festival in Ventura or a local town event), you’ll need to check that specific festival’s official site or city events page, since each has its own weekend and schedule.

If your question is about the Plant City, Florida Strawberry Festival, the short answer to “when does the Strawberry Festival start” for 2026 is: February 26, 2026.

TL;DR:

  • Florida Strawberry Festival (Plant City): starts February 26, 2026.
  • Other strawberry festivals (California, Long Grove, Troy, local farm fests) have different start dates, usually in late spring or early summer, so always confirm on the official festival website.

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