National Raisin Day

National Raisin Day celebrates raisins—the sweet, dried grapes enjoyed as a snack and used in both sweet and savory foods. Observed annually on April 30, the holiday has been marked since 1909, when California raisin growers promoted the first celebration. Early advertisements appeared in newspapers and on the radio, while flyers shared recipes and announcements about the day; restaurants, hotels, dining cars, and steamships also featured raisin dishes during the inaugural observance. South Florida Reporter

People have been dehydrating grapes into raisins for thousands of years, with the practice associated with ancient Egypt and Persia. Their long shelf life and portability helped make them a useful food, and raisins remain a versatile ingredient in oatmeal cookies, bread, trail mix, salads, and other dishes. Punchbowl California produces about half of the world’s raisin supply, according to the same source.

How to Observe National Raisin Day

Celebrate by snacking on raisins or baking them into oatmeal raisin cookies. Add them to trail mix, cereal, bread, or a savory dish, or try making your own by drying grapes. For more inspiration, browse Sun-Maid’s National Raisin Day recipe collection.

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