Observed on February 15 each year, National Gumdrop Day invites candy lovers to enjoy one of the most colorful, chewy, and nostalgic treats. Gumdrops, with their unique textures and vibrant hues, have been delighting people of all ages for generations. These little sugar-coated gems aren’t just candy; they’re often a part of holiday decorations, gingerbread houses, and even creative baking recipes. National Gumdrop Day gives everyone a perfect reason to celebrate this classic candy.
A Brief History of Gumdrops
Gumdrops have a long history in the world of candy, believed to date back to the 19th century when they gained popularity in the United States. Originally, these candies were flavored with spices, including clove and cinnamon, which gave them a warm, distinct taste. Over time, fruity flavors became the standard, and gumdrops evolved into the familiar sweet and tangy treats enjoyed today. Many varieties, like the classic sugar-coated gumdrops or the spiced ones, have kept their popularity, making gumdrops a timeless candy staple.
When is National Gumdrop Day Celebrated?
National Gumdrop Day is a playful celebration of this classic candy’s sweet and vibrant charm. Here’s a look at when National Gumdrop Day will take place in the coming years:
| Year | Date and Day |
|---|---|
| 2025 | February 15, Saturday |
| 2026 | February 15, Sunday |
| 2027 | February 15, Monday |
| 2028 | February 15, Tuesday |
| 2029 | February 15, Thursday |
| 2030 | February 15, Friday |
Ways to Celebrate National Gumdrop Day
From tasting classic flavors to crafting colorful creations, National Gumdrop Day brings plenty of sweet ways to enjoy this chewy candy. Here are some fun ideas to add a little extra color and flavor to your day:
- Taste Test Different Varieties: Head to a candy store and pick up a selection of gumdrops, from fruity to spiced varieties, and have a taste test with friends or family.
- Share Your Gumdrop Creations on Social Media: Whip up a batch of gumdrop-themed treats, craft a gumdrop decoration, or simply show off your favorite bag of gumdrops. Snap a photo and share it using the hashtag #NationalGumdropDay to connect with other gumdrop fans and spread the colorful cheer!
- Bake with Gumdrops: Add gumdrops to cookies, cakes, or brownies for a chewy twist. Their bright colors make any dessert more festive and fun.
- Get Crafty with Gumdrops: Use gumdrops to decorate a gingerbread house or create candy sculptures. Their colors and shapes make them perfect for creative projects.
- Share with Friends: Bring a bag of gumdrops to share with friends, family, or coworkers. It’s an easy way to spread a little sweetness and celebrate together.
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.
