National Margarita Day is a spirited occasion for margarita fans to enjoy one of the most popular cocktails worldwide. Celebrated every year on February 22nd, this day honors the iconic blend of tequila, lime, and triple sec—a refreshing cocktail rooted in both Mexican and American bar culture, enjoyed either shaken or blended. With its bright citrus taste and distinctive kick of tequila, the margarita has become a favorite in bars and homes everywhere. From its early days to today’s creative versions, National Margarita Day is the perfect chance to enjoy this classic with friends.
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The Background of National Margarita Day
The origin story of the margarita is as lively as the drink itself. While the exact inventor remains unknown, many accounts credit Mexican-American bartenders and hostesses in the early 20th century. A widely shared version places the cocktail’s creation around the 1930s-40s, likely in Tijuana or Texas. According to one legend, a bartender crafted it for a showgirl named Marjorie King, who was allergic to most spirits except tequila. Another claims that Dallas socialite Margarita Sames invented the drink for her friends in Acapulco, Mexico, adding her name to the mix. Whatever the origin, the margarita has since become a cultural icon, especially popular in warm-weather destinations and celebrations.
Why We Celebrate National Margarita Day
National Margarita Day is all about enjoying a little taste of paradise, bringing together fans of this cocktail to toast the end of winter and welcome brighter days ahead. It’s a chance to savor the tangy, refreshing flavors of lime and tequila and explore variations that incorporate fruits, spices, or even different styles of tequila, from blanco to reposado. From classic margaritas to frozen, fruity versions, this day is about celebrating a drink that’s as adaptable as it is delicious.
When is National Margarita Day?
Mark your calendars—National Margarita Day is celebrated each year on February 22. For those planning to enjoy this cocktail with a touch of lime and salt, here’s when it falls over the next few years:
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2024 | February 22, Thursday |
| 2025 | February 22, Saturday |
| 2026 | February 22, Sunday |
| 2027 | February 22, Monday |
| 2028 | February 22, Tuesday |
| 2029 | February 22, Thursday |
| 2030 | February 22, Friday |
Fun Ways to Celebrate National Margarita Day
National Margarita Day is the perfect excuse to shake things up and enjoy this classic cocktail. From relaxing at home to exploring new flavors with friends, there are plenty of simple ways to make the day memorable:
- Have a Margarita Night at Home: Mix up a classic or fruity margarita at home. With simple ingredients like tequila, lime, and triple sec, you’re all set for a cozy celebration.
- Visit a Mexican Restaurant: Head to a Mexican restaurant offering margarita specials. Enjoy a drink alongside tacos or nachos for a relaxed, festive way to mark National Margarita Day.
- Try a Margarita Recipe with Friends: Invite friends over for a margarita night. Try different flavors, experiment with recipes, and vote on the favorite! It’s a simple, social way to celebrate together.
- Add a Fun Salt or Sugar Rim: Switch up your margarita by adding flavored rims. Use spicy salt, coconut, or even sugar to bring a fun twist to each sip.
- Learn a Bit About Tequila: Spend a few minutes learning about tequila varieties. Discovering types like blanco or reposado adds a new layer to your margarita experience, making it even more enjoyable.
Before You Go:
We have many more national days lists for you to explore.
- Food-related national days: complete list of national food days, pasta & noodles days, vegan & vegetarian days, mushroom days, ice-cream days, pizza days, coffee days, chocolate days, wine days, alcohol & drinking days.
- Non-food national days: National Days Calendars 2024-2025 (check out the printable calendars in my Etsy shop), National Days for Teachers, and a wide array of special lists such as cat days, dog days, animal days, cleaning & organizing days, book days, music days, family & relationships days, national days for women, stationery days and even Harry Potter days.
- Country-specific national days: Australian national days, more coming soon.
