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Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival 2026

78th annual Coachella Valley tradition — fairgrounds fun and date festival magic in Indio

78th annual Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival presented by Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. Runs February 12 – March 1, 2026, Thursdays through Sundays. Includes midway rides, concerts, agricultural exhibits, date festival traditions, food vendors, and commercial vendors. A quintessential Coachella Valley winter event. Vendor fees are very accessible. Great community event with loyal local following.

The 78th annual Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival returns to the Indio Fairgrounds February 12 through March 1, 2026. This quintessential Coachella Valley winter tradition features midway rides, agricultural exhibits, live concerts, and plenty of vendor opportunities in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Farmers market

82-503 Hwy 111, Indio, CA 92201

Thursdays – Sundays · Varies by day — check schedule

Next open: Sun, Aug 30

Admission
Price tier: Budget
Parking
Free on-site parking at Riverside County Fairgrounds
Contact
info@datefest.org | (760) 863-8866
Website
datefest.org
Pet policy
Ask on arrival

Where

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Vendor information

Thinking of selling at this market? Here's what you need to know.

Vendor type
Commercial vendors, carnival, food vendors, entertainment, local artisans, and agricultural exhibitors. Wide variety of commercial vendor categories.
Booth fee
Riverside vendor fee: $45/day; Rancho vendor fee: $65/day; 10x10 canopy required. Food vendors: contact fair management for rates.
How to apply
Yes — apply via Riverside County Fair vendor portal
Application link
datefest.org
Permits required
Yes — California Seller Permit required
Load-in info
Load-in per schedule provided during vendor onboarding; contact fair management

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