There are thousands of national days to enjoy all year round, and a big chunk of them are all about food and drinks. I love these foodie celebrations so much that I made it my mission to create the most complete list of national food days and national food months on the internet.
After three years of gathering all the food-related holidays, I’m super excited to share this awesome list with you.
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Below are some specialty food-related national days lists that you might also want to check out: pasta & noodles days, ice-cream days, pizza days, coffee days, chocolate days, wine days, alcohol & drinking days, vegan & vegetarian days.
Complete List of National Food Days 2025
There are hundreds of food-related national days celebrated throughout the year. To make it easier for you to navigate, below are quick jump-links to each section.
- National Food Days by Month: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
- National Food Weeks
- National Food Months
National Food Days in January
January may be chilly, but its food holidays are sure to heat things up! In early January, you can celebrate National Spaghetti Day (January 4) and National Whipped Cream Day (January 5). Later in the month, National Popcorn Day (January 19) and National Cheese Lover’s Day (January 20) will have you enjoying a cozy movie night with delicious popcorn and indulging in your favorite cheesy delights.
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in January as well as popular January hashtags.
January 1
- Apple Gifting Day
- National Bloody Mary Day
January 2
- National Buffet Day
- National Cream Puff Day
- Swiss Cheese Day
January 3
- Fruitcake Toss Day
- National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day
- National Drinking Straw Day
January 4
January 5
- National Keto Day
- National Whipped Cream Day
January 6
- Apple Tree Day
- National Bean Day a.k.a. Dry Bean Day
- National Shortbread Day a.k.a. National Walker’s Shortbread Day
January 7
January 8
- National English Toffee Day
January 9
- National Apricot Day
- National Cassoulet Day
January 10
- National Bittersweet Chocolate Day
- National Oysters Rockefeller Day
January 11
- National Hot Toddy Day
- National Milk Day
January 12
- National Curried Chicken Day
- National Hot Tea Day
- National Marzipan Day
January 13
- National Peach Melba Day
- National Gluten-Free Day* (Second Monday in January)
January 14
- National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day
- National Sunday Supper Day (2nd Sunday of January)
- National Undhiyu Day
January 15
- National Bagel Day
- National Booch Day / National Kombucha Day
- National Fresh Squeezed Juice Day
- National Strawberry Ice Cream Day
January 16
- International Hot and Spicy Food Day
- International Rooibos Day
- National Fig Newton Day
- National Quinoa Day
January 17
- National Bootlegger’s Day
- National Hot Buttered Rum Day
- National Hot Heads Chili Day
January 18
- National Gourmet Coffee Day
- National Peking Duck Day
- Soup Swap Day* (Third Saturday in January)
January 19
- National Popcorn Day
- National Tin Can Day
- World Quark Day
January 20
- Brew Monday* (Third Monday in January)
- National Buttercrunch Day
- National Cheese Lover’s Day
- National Coffee Break Day
January 21
- National Bakers Crafters Makers Day
- National Granola Bar Day
- Rid the World of Fad Diets and Gimmicks Day* (Tuesday after the third Sunday in January)
January 22
- National Blonde Brownie Day
- National Hot Sauce Day
January 23
- International Sticky Toffee Pudding Day
- National Pie Day
- National Rhubarb Pie Day
January 24
- National Beer Can Appreciation Day
- National Lobster Thermidor Day
- National Peanut Butter Day
January 25
- National Fish Taco Day
- National Irish Coffee Day
January 26
- National Green Juice Day
- National Peanut Brittle Day
January 27
January 28
- National Blueberry Pancake Day (more information about all pancake-related national days)
January 29
- National Corn Chip Day
January 30
January 31
- Brandy Alexander Day
- Eat Brussel Sprouts Day
- National Hot Chocolate Day
National Food Days in February
February has more to offer than just Valentine’s Day! In early February you can observe World Nutella Day (February 5) and National Frozen Yogurt Day (February 6). Later in the month, National Drink Wine Day (February 18) and National Chili Day* (Fourth Thursday in February) will make you reach for your favorite bottle of red or white to pair with a steaming bowl of hearty chili.
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in February.
February 1
- Decorating With Candy Day
- Ice Cream for Breakfast Day* (First Saturday in February)
- International Pisco Sour Day* (First Saturday in February)
- National Baked Alaska Day
- National Dark Chocolate Day
February 2
- British Yorkshire Pudding Day* (First Sunday of February)
- California Kiwifruit Day
- Crêpe Day / Jour Des Crêpes / La Chandeleur 🇫🇷
- National Heavenly Hash Day
- National Tater Tot Day
🥔 This day is not to be confused with National Tater Day on March 31st, which celebrates all types of potatoes in all their forms! - Shape Up With Pickles Time* (First Week of February: February 2-8, 2025)
February 3
- National Carrot Cake Day
February 4
- Medjool Date Day
- National Hemp Day
- National Stuffed Mushroom Day
🍄 Did you know there are several national days dedicated to mushrooms? Celebrate these fantastic fungi on their special days throughout the year!
February 5
February 6
February 7
- National Bubble Gum Day* (First Friday in February)
- National Fettuccine Alfredo Day
February 8
- National Molasses Bar Day
February 9
- Chocolate Day
- National Bagel and Lox Day
- National Pizza Day / Pizza Pie Day
- National Pork Rind Day* (First Sunday in February, coinciding with Super Bowl Sunday)
- Super Chicken Wing Day* (Second Sunday in February)
February 10
- National Cream Cheese Brownie Day
- Oatmeal Monday* (Second Monday of February)
- World Pulses Day
February 11
- National Latte Day
- National Peppermint Patty Day
February 12
- National Plum Pudding Day
February 13
- National Cheddar Day
- National Crab Rangoon Day
- National Tortellini Day
February 14
- National Cream-Filled Chocolates Day
- No One Eats Alone Day* (Friday of the 2nd full week in February)
February 15
- National Gumdrop Day
- National I Want Butterscotch Day
- Support an Independent Pub Day 🇬🇧* (Date varies)
February 16
- National Almond Day
- Tim Tam Day (Australia’s iconic chocolate biscuit)
February 17
- National Cabbage Day
- National Cafe au Lait Day
February 18
- National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day
- National Drink Wine Day
February 19
- National Chocolate Mint Day
February 20
- National Cherry Pie Day
- National Muffin Day
February 21
- National Boiled Peanuts Day
- National Grain Free Day
- National Sticky Bun Day
February 22
- 2Twenty2 Day
- National Cook a Sweet Potato Day
- National Margarita Day
- Open That Bottle Night* (Last Saturday in February)
February 23
- National Banana Bread Day
- National Tootsie Roll Day
February 24
- I Hate Coriander Day
- National Tortilla Chip Day
February 25
- Let’s All Eat Right Day
- National Chocolate Covered Nut Day
- National Clam Chowder Day
February 26
- National Personal Chef Day is sometimes celebrated on February 26, but the more commonly observed date is July 16.
- National Pistachio Day
- Thermos Bottle Day
February 27
- Fat Thursday* (Last Thursday before Ash Wednesday)
- Khachapuri Day
- National Chili Day* (Fourth Thursday in February)
- National Kahlúa Day
- National Protein Day
- National Strawberry Day
- National Toast Day* (Last Thursday of February)
- The Big Breakfast Day
February 28
- Global Scouse Day 🇬🇧
- National Chocolate Soufflé Day
National Food Days in March
Did you know that March 27 is International Whiskey Day? That’s just one of many drink-related holidays in March. Obviously, March also has a lot more to offer, like National Oreo Cookie Day (March 6) and National Cereal Day (March 7). If you’re vegan, Plant Power Day (March 7) is for you. And for meat-lovers, National Cold Cuts Day (March 3) is not to miss!
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in March.
March 1
- Georgia Beer Day* (Date Varies)
- National Barista Day
- National Dadgum That’s Good Day
- National Fruit Compote Day
- National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day
- National Sunkist® Citrus Day
March 2
- National Banana Cream Pie Day
- National Egg McMuffin Day
March 3
- 33 Flavors Day
- Canadian Bacon Day
- Cream Bun Day* (Observed mainly in Nordic countries on the Monday before Ash Wednesday)
- Global Omega-3 Day
- International Tripel Day
- National Cold Cuts Day
- National Moscow Mule Day
- National Mulled Wine Day
- Soup It Forward Day
March 4
- National Pancake (IHOP) Day* (47 days before Easter, day before Ash Wednesday)
- National Poundcake Day
- National Snack Day
March 5
- Cinco de Marcho
- National Absinthe Day
- National Cheese Doodle Day
March 6
- National Frozen Food Day
- National White Chocolate Cheesecake Day
- National Oreo Cookie Day
March 7
- Friday Fish Fry Day* (First Friday of Lent)
- National Cereal Day
- National Crown Roast of Pork Day
- National Flapjack Day
- National Tartar Sauce Day* (Friday after Lent begins)
- Plant Power Day
March 8
- National Peanut Cluster Day
March 9
- National Crab Meat Day
- National Meatball Day
March 10
- National Blueberry Popover Day
- National Milky Way Day
- National Pack Your Lunch Day
- National Ranch Day / National Ranch Dressing Day
March 11
- National Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day
- National Sofrito Day
March 12
- National Baked Scallops Day
March 13
- International Riesling Day
- International School Meals Day* (Second Thursday in March)
- National Coconut Torte Day
- National Chicken Noodle Soup Day
- National Ginger Ale Day
- National Popcorn Lover’s Day* (Second Thursday in March)
March 14
- Bake a Pie in Solidarity Day
- National Potato Chip Day
March 15
- Espresso Martini Day
- International Eat an Animal for PETA Day
- Maple Syrup Saturday* (Third Saturday in March)
- National Peanut Lovers’ Day
- National Pears Helene Day
March 16
- National Artichoke Day / National Artichoke Hearts Day
March 17
- National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day
- St Patrick’s Day/ National Irish Food Day / National “Eat Like an Irishman” Day
March 18
- National Ag Day / National Agriculture Day* (Date varies)
- National Black Pudding Day
- National Lacy Oatmeal Cookie Day
- National Sloppy Joe Day
- Tea for Two Tuesday* (Third Tuesday in March)
March 19
- National Chocolate Caramel Day
- National Poultry Day
March 20
- Bock Beer Day
- Great American Meat Out Day
- Macaron Day
- National Ravioli Day
- World Flour Day
March 21
- National California Strawberry Day
- National Crunchy Taco Day
- National French Bread Day
- National Healthy Fats Day
- Tiramisu Day
- World Vermouth Day
March 22
- Bavarian Crepes Day
- National Corn Dog Day / National Corndog Day* (third Saturday of March/ first Saturday of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament)
March 23
- National Chia Day
- National Chip and Dip Day / Chips and Dip Day
- National Melba Toast Day
- National Tamale Day
March 24
- National Cheesesteak Day
- National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day
- National Cocktail Day
March 25
- International Waffle Day
- National Lobster Newburg Day
March 26
- National Nougat Day
- National Spinach Day
A similar celebration, Fresh Spinach Day, takes place on July 16 🌱 - Whole Grain Sampling Day* (Last Wednesday of March)
March 27
- Bitterballen Day (Dutch snack 🇳🇱)
- International Whiskey Day
- National Spanish Paella Day
March 28
- Eat an Eskimo Pie Day
- National Black Forest Cake Day
- National Something On a Stick Day
March 29
- National Lemon Chiffon Cake Day
- National Pita Day
March 30
- Turkey Neck Soup Day
March 31
- National Après Day
- National Baked Ham with Pineapple Day
- National Clams on the Half Shell Day
- National Tater Day
National Food Days in April
Looking for fun food holidays in April? We’ve got you covered. If you like alcoholic beverages, don’t forget to celebrate National Beer Day (April 7) and National Gin and Tonic Day (April 9). And if you like fast food, check out National Burrito Day and National Deep Dish Pizza Day. In April, there’s something for everyone.
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in April.
April 1
- National Sourdough Bread Day
April 2
- National Love Your Produce Manager Day
- National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
April 3
- Fish Fingers and Custard Day
- National Chocolate Mousse Day
April 4
- International Carrot Day
- National Burrito Day* (First Thursday of April)
- National Cordon Bleu Day
April 5
- National Caramel Day
- National Deep Dish Pizza Day (see all pizza days)
- National Raisin and Spice Bar Day
- Peeps Day
- Poet in a Cupcake Day
April 6
- Fresh Tomato Day
- National Acai Bowl Day
- National Caramel Popcorn Day
- National Carbonara Day
- National Food Faces Day
- New Beer’s Eve
April 7
April 8
April 9
- National Chinese Almond Cookie Day
- National Gin and Tonic Day
April 10
- National Cinnamon Crescent Day
April 11
- National Cheese Fondue Day
- National Poutine Day
- National Ranch Water Day
April 12
- National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day
- National Licorice Day
April 13
- National Make Lunch Count Day
- National Peach Cobbler Day
April 14
- National Pecan Day
April 15
- National Glazed Spiral Ham Day
April 16
- Day of the Mushroom
- National Banana Day* (Third Wednesday of April)
- National Eggs Benedict Day
April 17
- Espresso Italiano Day (This espresso day is mostly celebrated in Italy. Not to be confused with National Espresso Day in November)
- Malbec World Day
- National Cheese Ball Day
- National Crawfish Day
April 18
- International Pizza Cake Day
- National Animal Crackers Day
April 19
- National Amaretto Day
- National Garlic Day
- Rice Ball Day
April 20
- Lima Bean Respect Day
- National Cheddar Fries Day
- National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Day
April 21
- National Chickpea Day
- National Chocolate Covered Cashews Day
- National Tea Day
April 22
- National Jelly Bean Day
- Every Kid Healthy Week
April 23
- National Cherry Cheesecake Day
- National English Muffin Day
April 24
- National Pigs in a Blanket Day
April 25
- National Zucchini Bread Day
April 26
- National Pretzel Day
- Stop Food Waste Day
April 27
- National Prime Rib Day
April 28
- National Blueberry Pie Day
April 29
- National Shrimp Scampi Day
April 30
- National Bubble Tea Day
- National Oatmeal Cookie Day
- National Raisin Day
- National Sausage Day (Ireland 🇮🇪)
National Food Days in May
May has a great variety of food-related holidays, including some big ones like National Hamburger Day (May 28) and National Wine Day. There is also a new holiday National Sugar-Free Cocktail Day celebrated on last Friday in May.
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in May.
May 1
- National Chocolate Parfait Day
- National Rotate Your Beer Day
May 2
- National Truffle Day
May 3
- National Chocolate Custard Day
- National Raspberry Pop Over Day
May 4
- Beer Pong Day (1st Saturday in May)
- National Candied Orange Peel Day
- National Herb Day a.k.a. Herb Day (1st Saturday of May)
- National Orange Juice Day
May 5
- National Hoagie Day
- National Lemonade Day
- National Totally Chipotle Day
May 6
- International No Diet Day
- National Beverage Day
- National Crepe Suzette Day
- Sauvignon Blanc Day (1st Friday of May)
May 7
- National Cosmopolitan Day
- National Roast Leg of Lamb Day
May 8
- National Coconut Cream Pie Day
May 9
- National Butterscotch Brownie Day
- National Moscato Day
May 10
- National Shrimp Day
May 11
- Brunch for Lunch Day
- Hostess CupCake Day
- National Eat What You Want Day
- World Buckfast Day (2nd Saturday of May)
May 12
- National Nutty Fudge Day
May 13
- International Hummus Day
- National Apple Pie Day
- National Crouton Day
- National Fruit Cocktail Day
- World Cocktail Day
May 14
- National Buttermilk Biscuit Day
May 15
- National Chocolate Chip Day
- National Juice Slush Day
May 16
- National Aperitif Day
- National Barbecue Day
- National Coquilles Saint Jacques Day
- National Mimosa Day
May 17
- National Cherry Cobbler Day
- National Pizza Party Day (3rd Friday in May)
- National Walnut Day
- Pinot Grigio Day
May 18
- National Cheese Soufflé Day
- World Whisky Day (3rd Saturday in May)
May 19
- National Devil’s Food Cake Day
- World Baking Day (3rd Sunday in May)
May 20
- National Pick Strawberries Day
- National Quiche Lorraine Day
- British Tomato Fortnight
May 21
- Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day
- International Tea Day
- National Strawberries and Cream Day
May 22
- Bitcoin Pizza Day
- National Vanilla Pudding Day
- World Paloma Day
May 23
- Chardonnay Day
- National Drinking with Chickens Day
- National Taffy Day
May 24
- National Asparagus Day
- National Escargot Day
May 25
- National Brown-Bag It Day
- National Italian Beef Day
- National Wine Day
May 26
- National Blueberry Cheesecake Day
- National Cherry Dessert Day
May 27
- National Grape Popsicle Day
May 28
- International Burger Day
- National Brisket Day
- National Hamburger Day
- World Passion Fruit Martini Day
May 29
- National Biscuit Day UK
- National Coq Au Vin Day
May 30
- National Mint Julep Day
May 31
- National Macaroon Day
National Food Days in June
A variety of food-related celebrations await in June. Significant ones are, for example, National Cheese Day and National Cognac Day — both celebrated on June 4. Foodies also don’t want to miss International Sushi Day on June 18.
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in June.
June 1
- National Bubbly Day
- National Hazelnut Cake Day
- National Olive Day
- World Milk Day
June 2
- National Rocky Road Day
- National Rotisserie Chicken Day
June 3
- National Chocolate Macaroon Day
- National Egg Day
- World Cider Day
June 4
- National Cheese Day
- National Cognac Day
June 5
- National Gingerbread Day
- National Veggie Burger Day
- Sausage Roll Day
June 6
- National Applesauce Cake Day
- National Moonshine Day
June 7
- National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
- National Donut Day
June 8
- National Name Your Poison Day
- National Rosé Day
- World Gin Day
June 9
- International Dark ‘n Stormy® Day
- National Meal Prep Day
- National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day
June 10
- Eat Flexitarian Day
- National Black Cow Day
- National Egg Roll Day
- National Herbs and Spices Day
- National Iced Tea Day
June 11
- National Corn on the Cob Day
- National German Chocolate Cake Day
June 12
- International Falafel Day
- National Jerky Day
- National Peanut Butter Cookie Day
June 13
- National Chamoy Day
- National Kitchen Klutzes of America Day
June 14
- National Bourbon Day
- National Strawberry Shortcake Day
June 15
- Beer Day Britain
- National Prune Day
- English Wine Week
June 16
- Fresh Veggies Day
- National Fudge Day
- Turkey Lovers’ Day
- National Craft Spirits Week
June 17
- National Apple Strudel Day
- National Eat Your Vegetables Day
- National Stewart’s Root Beer Day
June 18
- International Sushi Day
- National Cherry Tart Day
- Sustainable Gastronomy Day
June 19
- National Martini Day
June 20
- National Ice Cream Soda Day
- National Kouign Amann Day
- National Vanilla Milkshake Day
- World Tapas Day
June 21
- National Cookie Dough Day
- National Peaches ‘N’ Cream Day
- National Smoothie Day
June 22
- National Chocolate Eclair Day
- National Limoncello Day
- National Onion Ring Day
June 23
- National Detroit Style Pizza Day
- National Pecan Sandies Day
- National Porridge Day
June 24
- National Pralines Day
June 25
- Goats Cheese Day
- National Croatian Wine Day
- National Strawberry Parfait Day
- Organic Beer Fest
June 26
- National Chocolate Pudding Day
June 27
- National Bomb Pop Day
- National Ice Cream Cake Day
- National Onion Day
June 28
- National Tapioca Day
June 29
- National Almond Buttercrunch Day
- National Bacon Burnt End Day
- National Waffle Iron Day
June 30
- no food holidays for this day
National Food Days in July
July boasts chocolate days, ice cream days and drinking days. Which of these days interest you the most? Be sure not to miss World Chocolate Day, National Ice Cream Day and National Cherry Day!
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in July.
July Food & Drinks Days with Changing Dates
- 1st Thursday in July: Thirsty Thursday
- 2nd Friday in July: National French Fry Day
- 2nd Friday in July: World Kebab Day
- 3rd Wednesday in July: National Hot Dog Day
- 3rd Saturday in July: National Ice Cream Day
- 3rd Saturday in July: National Strawberry Rhubarb Wine Day
- Last Thursday of July: National Chili Dog Day
- Last Thursday of July: National Refreshment Day
July 1
- International Chicken Wing Day
- National Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day
- National Gingersnap Day
July 2
- National Anisette Day
July 3
- National Chocolate Wafer Day
- National Eat Beans Day
- National Independent Beer Run Day
July 4
- Independence From Meat Day
- Jackfruit Day
- National Barbecued Spareribs Day
- National Caesar Salad Day
July 5
- National Apple Turnover Day
- National Graham Cracker Day
July 6
- National Fried Chicken Day
- National Hand Roll Day
July 7
- National Dive Bar Day
- National Macaroni Day
- National Strawberry Sundae Day
- World Chocolate Day
July 8
- National Blueberry Day
- National Chocolate with Almonds Day
- National Freezer Pop Day
- National Ice Cream Sundae Day
July 9
- National Don’t Put all your Eggs in One Omelet Day
- National Sugar Cookie Day
July 10
- National Piña Colada Day
- Pick Blueberries Day
July 11
- National Blueberry Muffin Day
- National Mojito Day
- National Rainier Cherry Day
- National State Fair Food Day
July 12
- National Eat Your Jello Day
- National Pecan Pie Day
July 13
- Beef Tallow Day
- National Beans ‘n’ Franks Day
July 14
July 15
- National Gummi Worm Day
- National Tapioca Pudding Day
- Orange Chicken Day
July 16
- Fresh Spinach Day
A similar celebration, National Spinach Day, takes place on March 26 🌱 - National Cherry Day
- National Corn Fritter Day
- National Personal Chef Day is most commonly celebrated on July 16, though it is sometimes observed on February 26, a less common date.
July 17
July 18
- National Caviar Day
- National Sour Candy Day
July 19
July 20
- National Fortune Cookie Day
- National Lollipop Day
July 21
- National Junk Food Day
- National Lamington Day (Australia)
July 22
- National Mango Day
- National Penuche Fudge Day
July 23
July 24
- National Drive-Thru Day
- National Tequila Day
July 25
July 26
- National Bagelfest Day
- National Coffee Milkshake Day
- World Tofu Day
July 27
- National Chicken Finger Day
- National Creme Brûlée Day
- National Scotch Day
July 28
July 29
- National Chicken Wing Day
- National Lasagna Day
July 30
- National Cheesecake Day
July 31
- National Avocado Day
- National Jump for Jelly Beans Day
- National Raspberry Cake Day
- Shredded Wheat Day
National Food Days in August
With so many tasty options, August is a food lover’s paradise. Or what do you think about days like National Fajita Day, National Banana Split Day and National Burger Day (UK)? Which food days will you celebrate in August?
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in August.
August Food Days with Changing Dates
- National IPA Day (celebrates India Pale Ale Beer) – First Thursday in August
- National Burger Day (UK) – Thursday before August Bank Holiday
- International Beer Day – First Friday in August
- Kool Aid Day (Second Weekend in August)
- International Cabernet Sauvignon Day (Thursday before Labor Day)
August 1
- International Albariño Day
- Homemade Pie Day
- National Raspberry Cream Pie Day
August 2
- Braham Pie Day
- National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
August 3
- Mead Day
- National Grab Some Nuts Day
- National Jamaican Patty Day
- National Mustard Day
- National Watermelon Day
August 4
- National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day
- National White Wine Day
- National Farmers Market Week
August 5
- National Couscous Day
- National Oyster Day
- Northern Territory Picnic Day
August 6
- National Root Beer Float Day
August 7
- National Raspberries n’ Cream Day
August 8
- National Frozen Custard Day
- National Mochi Day
- National Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day
August 9
- National Rice Pudding Day
- Shop Online for Groceries Day
August 10
- National S’mores Day
- National SKI Citrus Soda Day
August 11
- Melon Day
- National Bakewell Tart Day
- National Fufu Day
- National Raspberry Bombe Day
August 12
- National Gooey Butter Cake Day
- National Julienne Fries Day
- Afternoon Tea Week
August 13
- National Filet Mignon Day
August 14
- National Creamsicle Day
August 15
- National Lemon Meringue Pie Day
August 16
- National Energy Multiplier Day
- National Rum Day
- World Bratwurst Day
August 17
- National Vanilla Custard Day
August 18
- National Fajita Day
- National Ice Cream Pie Day
- Pinot Noir Day
August 19
- National Potato Day
- National Soft Ice Cream Day
- Saviours of the Apple Feast Day
August 20
- International Hawaiian Pizza Day (see also complete list of pizza national days)
- National Bacon Lovers Day
- National Chocolate Pecan Pie Day
August 21
- National Spumoni Day (see also complete list of ice-cream related national days)
August 22
- National Bao Day
- National Pecan Torte Day
- World Plant Milk Day
August 23
- National Cuban Sandwich Day
- National Sponge Cake Day
- National Coconut Week
August 24
- National Peach Pie Day
- National Waffle Day
August 25
- National Banana Split Day
- National Whiskey Sour Day
August 26
- National Cherry Popsicle Day
August 27
- Crab Soup Day
- National Banana Lovers Day (not to confuse with National Banana Day on April 16th)
- National Pots De Creme Day
August 28
- Crackers Over The Keyboard Day
- National Cherry Turnover Day
August 29
- International Cabernet Day
- More Herbs, Less Salt Day
- National Chop Suey Day
- National Lemon Juice Day
August 30
- Amagwinya Day (South African fried bread)
- National Toasted Marshmallow Day
August 31
- Eat Outside Day
- National Trail Mix Day
National Food Days in September
Get ready to indulge in September! Which of these culinary celebrations will tempt your taste buds? National Coffee Day, National Cheeseburger Day or maybe National Beer Lovers Day?
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in September.
September 1
- Cherry Popover Day
- National Tofu Day 🇬🇧 #NationalTofuDay
- National Waffle Week
September 2
- National Blueberry Popsicle Day
- World Coconut Day
September 3
- National Welsh Rarebit Day
September 4
- Eat an Extra Dessert Day
- National Macadamia Nut Day
September 5
- National Cheese Pizza Day
- World Samosa Day
September 6
- National Chianti Day
- National Coffee Ice Cream Day
September 7
- International Bacon Day
- National Acorn Squash Day
- National Beer Lover’s Day
- National Salami Day
September 8
- No food holidays on this day
September 9
- International Box Wine Day
- National Wiener Schnitzel Day
- Steak Au Poivre Day
September 10
- National Ants on a Log Day
- National TV Dinner Day
September 11
- National Hot Cross Bun Day
September 12
- National Chocolate Milkshake Day
September 13
- International Chocolate Day
- National Peanut Day
September 14
- Gobstopper Day
- National Cream Filled Donut Day
- National Eat A Hoagie Day
- National Rosa Tequila Day
September 15
- Butterscotch Cinnamon Pie Day
- National Cheese Toast Day
- National Creme de Menthe Day
- National Double Cheeseburger Day
- National Linguine Day
September 16
- Feast Portland
- National Choose Your Chocolate Day
- National Cinnamon Raisin Bread Day
September 17
- National Apple Dumpling Day
- National Monte Cristo Day
- British Food Fortnight
September 18
- National Cheeseburger Day
- National Red Velvet Cake Day
- Rice Krispies Treats Day
September 19
- National Butterscotch Pudding Day
- National Pawpaw Day* (Third Thursday in September)
September 20
- International Grenache Day* (Third Friday in September)
- National Fried Rice Day
- National Pepperoni Pizza Day
- National Punch Day
- National Queso Day
- National String Cheese Day
- World Paella Day
September 21
- International Eat An Apple Day
- National Chai Day
- National Pecan Cookie Day
September 22
- National Ice Cream Cone Day
- National White Chocolate Day
September 23
- National Apple Cider Vinegar Day
- National Baker Day
- National Great American Pot Pie Day
- National Snack Stick Day
- Za’atar Day
September 24
- National Cherries Jubilee Day
- National Horchata Day
- National Mofongo Day
September 25
- German Butterbrot Day
- National Cooking Day
- National Lobster Day
- National Quesadilla Day
September 26
- Better Breakfast Day
- National Chimichanga Day
- National Dumpling Day
- National Key Lime Pie Day
- National Pancake Day (there are other pancake days also celebrated in February and March)
September 27
- German Sandwich Day
- Hug A Vegetarian Day
- National Chocolate Milk Day
- National Corned Beef Day
September 28
- International Poke Day
- National Strawberry Cream Pie Day
September 29
- International Happy Goose Day
- National Biscotti Day
- National Coffee Day
September 30
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day
- National Chewing Gum Day
- National Hot Mulled Cider Day
National Food Days in October
There is abundance of food-related holidays to celebrate in October. Some of the biggest ones are International Coffee Day and National Pasta Day. Which ones will you be celebrating?
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in October.
October Food & Drinks Days with Changing Dates
- First Tuesday of October: National Fruit at Work Day
- First Tuesday of October: National Taco Day
- First Wednesday in October: National Coffee with a Cop Day
- First Wednesday in October: National Kale Day
- First Wednesday in October: National Pumpkin Seed Day
- Second Friday in October: World Egg Day
- Third Saturday in October: National Sweetest Day
- Fourth Friday in October: Global Champagne Day a.k.a. Champagne Day
- Last Friday in October: National Breadstick Day
October 1
- International Coffee Day
- National Homemade Cookies Day
- World Sake Day
- Pumpkin Spice Day
- World Vegetarian Day
October 2
- National Fried Scallops Day
- National Produce Misting Day
- World No Alcohol Day is a great opportunity to participate in a no-alcohol challenge. If you’re interested, take a look at my collection of free no alcohol trackers. You can also explore 12 other national days dedicated to supporting your sobriety journey!
October 3
- World Alcohol-Free Day: a day dedicated to alcohol-free drinks
- National Caramel Custard Day
- National No Sugar Day #ItsANoForMe#NationalNoSugarDay and #NoSugarCleanse for those participating in no-sugar challenge. By the way, I designed numerous no-sugar challenge trackers you can download for free and print. Check them out if you want to try to go sugar-free for some time.
October 4
- Cinnamon Roll Day a.k.a. Kanelbullens dag in Sweden, Korvapuustipäivä in Finland
- National Vodka Day
October 5
- National Apple Betty Day
October 6
October 7
- National Frappé Day
- National Chocolate Covered Pretzel Day
October 8
- National Fluffernutter Day
- National Pierogi Day
October 9
- International Beer and Pizza
- National Moldy Cheese Day
- National Sub-Hoagie-Hero-Grinder Day
October 10
- National Angel Food Cake Day
- National Cake Decorating Day
- National Tic Tac Day
- World Porridge Day
October 11
- National Sausage Pizza Day
- Southern Food Heritage Day
October 12
- National Gumbo Day
- National Pulled Pork Day
- National Take Your Parents to Lunch Day
October 13
- National M&M Day
- National Yorkshire Pudding Day
October 14
October 15
- National Cheese Curd Day
- National Chicken Cacciatore Day
- National Lemon Bar Day
- National Mushroom Day
- National Roast Pheasant Day
October 16
October 17
- National Four Prunes Day
- National Pasta Day
October 18
October 19
- National Seafood Bisque Day
October 20
- International Chefs Day
- Office Chocolate Day
- National Brandied Fruit Day
October 21
- International Day of the Nacho
- National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day
- National Apple Day
October 22
- National Nut Day
October 23
- National Boston Cream Pie Day
October 24
- National Bologna Day
- National Food Day
- World Tripe Day
October 25
- National Greasy Foods Day
- National Sourest Day
- World Pasta Day
October 26
- National Chicken Fried Steak Day
- National Mincemeat Day
- National Pumpkin Day
October 27
- National American Beer Day
October 28
- National Chocolate Day
- Wild Foods Day
October 29
- National Oatmeal Day
October 30
- Buy a Donut Day
- National Candy Corn Day
October 31
- National Caramel Apple Day
National Food Days in November
With tens of food holidays taking place in November alone, there is something for everyone. Food days not to miss include National Sandwich Day, National Cappuccino Day and National Cake Day.
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in November.
November Food & Drinks Days with Changing Dates
- 1st Thursday in November: International Stout Day
- 2nd Thursday in November: International Tempranillo Day
- 3rd Wednesday in November: National Zinfandel Day
- 3rd Thursday in November: Beaujolais Nouveau Day
- November (night before the Thanksgiving): Blackout Wednesday a.k.a. Drinksgiving
- The last Sunday before Advent: Stir-up Sunday
November 1
- National Calzone Day. Be sure to check out my full list of pizza-related national days!
- National Cinnamon Day
- National Cook For Your Pets Day
- National Deep Fried Clams Day. Another similar day, National Fried Clam Day, is celebrated on July 3rd.
- National Pâté Day
- National Vinegar Day
- World Vegan Day
November 2
November 3
November 4
November 5
- National Chinese Takeout Day
- National Donut Day (also known as National Doughnut Day): While the main celebration for National Donut Day is held in June, it is also recognized on November 5.
November 6
- National Advent Calendar Day* (First Wednesday in November)
- National Nachos Day
- National Healthy Eating Day* (First Wednesday of November)
November 7
- International Stout Day* (First Thursday in November)
- National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day
- National Men Make Dinner Day* (First Thursday in November)
November 8
- Cook Something Bold and Pungent Day
- National Cappuccino Day (discover other 25 coffee holidays in one place)
- National Harvey Wallbanger Day
- National Shot Day (see all drinking national days)
November 9
- British Pudding Day
- National Chicken Sandwich Day / National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day
- National Scrapple Day
November 10
- National Pupusa Day* (Second Sunday in November)
- National Vanilla Cupcake Day
November 11
- National Sundae Day
- Pocky Day a.k.a. Pocky & Pretz Day and Pretz
November 12
- National French Dip Day
- National Happy Hour Day
- National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day
November 13
- National Indian Pudding Day
November 14
- National Pickle Day
- National Spicy Guacamole Day
- Tempranillo Day* (Second Thursday in November)
November 15
- National Bundt Day a.k.a. National Bundt Cake Day
- National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day
- Pack Your Mom’s Lunch Day
- National Raisin Bran Cereal Day
- National Spicy Hermit Cookie Day
November 16
November 17
- National Baklava Day
- National Butter Day
- National Homemade Bread Day
- Zinfandel Day
November 18
- Apple Cider Day
- National Vichyssoise Day
November 19
November 20
November 21
- Beaujolais Nouveau Day* (Third Thursday of November)
- National Gingerbread Cookie Day
- National Stuffing Day
November 22
November 23
- Eat A Cranberry Day
- National Cashew Day
- National Espresso Day
November 24
- National Fairy Bread Day
🇦🇺 Explore other Australian holidays gathered on one page. - National Sardines Day
- Stir-up Sunday* (Last Sunday before Advent)
November 25
- Gazpacho Soup Day
- National Parfait Day
November 26
November 27
- National Bavarian Cream Pie Day
- National Craft Jerky Day
November 28
- National French Toast Day
- Thanksgiving* (Fourth Thursday of November)
- Turkey-Free Thanksgiving* (Fourth Thursday of November)
November 29
- Maize Day
- National Chocolates Day
- National Lemon Cream Pie Day
- Sinkie Day* (Day After Thanksgiving)
- Throw Out Your Leftovers Day*
November 30
- National Mason Jar Day
- National Mate Day
- National Mousse Day
National Food Days in December
December is not just about the holiday season; it’s also a month brimming with delightful food holidays. There are many delicious food days to celebrate in December, such as National Peppermint Latte Day and National Cupcake Day.
➡️ You might also want to check out our complete list of holidays in December.
December Food & Drinks Days with Changing Dates
- Second Saturday of December: Gingerbread Decorating Day
December 1
- Eat a Red Apple Day
- National Cookie Cutter Day
- National Peppermint Bark Day
December 2
- National Fritters Day (not to confuse with National Corn Fritters Day, which is celebrated on July 16)
December 3
- Business of Popping Corn Day
- Crate Day (New Zealand)
- National Green Bean Casserole Day
- National Peppermint Latte Day
- National Rhubarb Vodka Day
December 4
December 5
- National Sacher Torte Day a.k.a. Sachertorte Day
- National Repeal Day
December 6
- National Bartender Day / Bartender Appreciation Day* (First Friday of December)
- National Gazpacho Day
- National Microwave Oven Day
December 7
- Crate Day* (First Saturday of December, New Zealand 🇳🇿)
- National Cotton Candy Day
- National Rhubarb Vodka Day* (First Saturday of December)
December 8
- National Brownie Day
- National Donair Day 🇨🇦
- National Lard Day
December 9
- Lutefisk Day
- National Opal Apples Day
- National Pastry Day
December 10
December 11
- National Have a Bagel Day. A similar day, National Bagel Day, is observed on January 15.
- National Noodle Ring Day
December 12
- Gingerbread Decorating Day. Some sources mention December 14 as the more common date, others place it on December 12, making it a perfect excuse to celebrate twice!
- Gingerbread House Day
- National Ambrosia Day
December 13
- Ice Cream Day: This December observance is lesser-known compared to other ice cream celebrations like National Ice Cream Day in July.
- National Cocoa Day
- National Cream Cheese Frosting Day
December 14
- Gingerbread Decorating Day. Some sources mention December 14 as the more common date, others place it on December 12, making it a perfect excuse to celebrate twice!
- National Bouillabaisse Day
- National Screwdriver Day
- Roast Chestnuts Day
December 15
- International Tea Day
- National Cupcake Day
- National Lemon Cupcake Day
December 16
December 17
- National Maple Syrup Day. This day is celebrated in both US and Canada where it might also be called Canadian Maple Syrup Day.
December 18
- Bake Cookies Day
- National Roast Suckling Pig
December 19
- National Hard Candy Day
- National Oatmeal Muffin Day
December 20
December 21
- National Armagnac Day
- National Coquito Day
- National French Fried Shrimp Day
December 22
- National Cookie Exchange Day
- National Date Nut Bread Day
December 23
December 24
December 25
December 26
December 27
December 28
December 29
- National Pepper Pot Day
December 30
December 31
National Food Weeks 2025
- First week in January: Diet Resolution Week
- First week in July: Great British Pea Week
- First full week in August: Farmers Market Week
- Second full week of October: National School Lunch Week
- Third week in October: UK Coffee Week
- Third week in October: National Kraut Sandwich Week, Pickled Peppers Week, National Baking Week (UK)
- The first week in November: National Fig Week
- The second week in November: National Split Pea Soup Week
- The first week in December: National Cookie Cutter Week
National Food Months 2025
January
- Apple and Apricot Month
- Artichoke and Asparagus Month
- Be Kind To Food Servers Month
- Bread Machine Baking Month
- California Dried Plum Digestive Month
- California Restaurant Month
- Dry January (download my free 30-day no alcohol tracker that might help keep you motivated)
- Ginuary
- National Fiber Focus Month
- National Hot Tea Month
- National Menudo Month
- National Oatmeal Month
- National Slow Cooking Month
- National Soup Month
- National Sunday Supper Month
- Tubers and Dried Fruit Month
- Veganuary
February
- Barley Month
- Berry Fresh Month
- Exotic Vegetables and Star Fruit Month
- Fabulous Florida Strawberry Month
- Great American Pie Month
- National Avocado and Banana Month
- National Bake For Family Fun Month
- National Cherry Month
- National Fondue Month
- National Grapefruit Month
- National Hot Breakfast Month
- National Macadamia Nut Month
- National Snack Food Month
- National Sweet Potato Month
- Potato Lovers Month
- Vegan Cuisine Month
March
- Berries and Cherries Month
- Exotic Winter Fruit & Leeks and Green Onions Month
- National Celery Month
- National Flour Month
- National Frozen Food Month
- National Noodle Month
- National Nutrition Month
- National Peanut Month
- National Sauce Month
- Veggie Month
April
- Brussels Sprouts and Cabbage Month
- Cranberries and Gooseberries Month
- Filipino Food Month
- Fresh Florida Tomato Month
- National BLT Sandwich Month
- National Food Month
- National Fresh Celery Month
- National Garlic Month
- National Grilled Cheese Month
- National Pecan Month
- National Soft Pretzel Month
- National Soy Foods Month
- Organic Breakfast Month
- Tomatillo and Asian Pear Month
May
- American Cheese Month
- Lettuce Month
- National Asparagus Month
- National Barbecue Month
- National Chocolate Custard Month
- National Egg Month
- National Hamburger Month
- National Salad Month
- National Salsa Month
- National Strawberry Month
- National Vinegar Month
June
- Cucumber Month
- Lemon Month
- Mango Month
- National Candy Month
- National Country Cooking Month
- National Dairy Month
- National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month
- National Frozen Yogurt Month
- National Iced Tea Month
- National Soul Food Month
- National Steakhouse Month
- Pluot & Aprium Month
- Turkey Lovers Month
July
- Corn Month
- Eggplant Month
- Lasagna Awareness Month
- National Baked Beans Month
- National Blueberry Month
- National Culinary Arts Month
- National Grilling Month
- National Horseradish Month
- National Hot Dog Month
- National Ice Cream Month
- National Picnic Month
- National Watermelon Month
August
- National Catfish Month
- National Goat Cheese Month
- National Panini Month
- National Sandwich Month
September
- Better Breakfast Month
- Bourbon Heritage Month
- National Condiment Month
- National Honey Month
- National Organic Month
- National Papaya Month
- Sourdough September
October
- American Cheese Month
- Eat Country Ham Month
- Sober October / Go Sober for October (I’ve got a free no-alcohol tracker that might help keep you motivated)
- National Apple Month
- National Applejack Month
- National Caramel Month
- National Chili Month
- National Cookbook Month
- National Cookie Month
- National Dessert Month
- National Pasta Month
- National Pickled Peppers Month
- National Pizza Month
- National Popcorn Poppin’ Month
- National Pork Month
- National Pretzel Month
- National Sausage Month
- National Seafood Month
- Pudding Season in UK
November
- Banana Pudding Lovers Month
- National Fun with Fondue Month
- National Georgia Pecan Month
- National Peanut Butter Lovers Month a.k.a. Peanut Butter Month
- National Pepper Month
- National Pomegranate Month
- National Raisin Bread Month
- National Roasting Month
- World Vegan Month
December
- National Eggnog Month
- National Fruitcake Month
- Worldwide Food Service Safety Month
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 Calendar 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.
The national food calendar was originally published on November 1, 2023. I fully update this calendar annually in December and/or January and adjust the article’s date to reflect these changes. Please note that some national food days have changing dates, so the calendar dates may vary from year to year.
