2027 Competition Calendar
Review the 2027 Los Angeles International Olive Oil Competition calendar at Fairplex to track key entry deadlines, shipping windows, judging dates, and award milestones. This page helps olive oil producers, brands, and entrants plan ahead and prepare submissions on time.
Use the dates below to confirm when the competition opens, when entries are due, and when products must be shipped or delivered for judging. Before submitting extra virgin olive oils, flavored oils, or specialty olive oil products, entrants should review the full calendar and competition requirements.
Entry Deadlines
- Competition Live - Monday, October 12, 2026
- Early-Bird Deadline - Monday, December 14, 2026 (SAVE $25!)
- Entry Deadline - Friday, February 5, 2027
- Shipping Deadline - Friday, February 12, 2027
- Competition Judging Day - Tuesday, February 23 – Thursday, February 25, 2027
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LA County Fair - May 6-31, 2027
Display of all award-winning wines, extra virgin olive oils and dairy products in the competition. The tasting of gold medal wines and extra virgin olive oil tasting. Public education seminars featuring award-winning wines, extra virgin olive oil and dairy products in The Tasting Room.
Plan Around Key Competition Dates
Use the 2027 Los Angeles International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition calendar to plan your entry, shipping timeline, and judging preparation. Entrants should review each deadline carefully so products and required materials arrive on time.
Before submitting, confirm the entry deadline, shipping or delivery deadline, judging dates, and any award-related timing listed for the competition. Then review how to enter and the required documents and entry forms.