Pickles have been enjoyed for centuries, adding the perfect crunch and tang to sandwiches, burgers, or straight from the jar. Celebrated on November 14, National Pickle Day is all about appreciating this versatile snack in all its forms. Whether you prefer dill, bread-and-butter, or gherkins, there’s a pickle for everyone on this flavorful day, giving pickle lovers a reason to celebrate their favorite briny treat.
Did you know that pickling is one of the earliest methods of preserving food? Legend even says Cleopatra credited her beauty to a diet rich in pickles! While that might be a stretch, there’s no doubt pickles have earned their place in history—and on our plates.
When is National Pickle Day Celebrated?
National Pickle Day falls on November 14 each year. It’s a quirky holiday dedicated to the love of pickles, and it stands alongside other playful food days that make November a month for food lovers.
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2024 | November 14, Thursday |
| 2025 | November 14, Friday |
| 2026 | November 14, Saturday |
| 2027 | November 14, Sunday |
| 2028 | November 14, Tuesday |
| 2029 | November 14, Wednesday |
| 2030 | November 14, Thursday |
Ways to Celebrate National Pickle Day
If you’ve just found out about this fun day, you might be wondering how to celebrate. Luckily, you don’t have to plan anything elaborate. Here are some easy, practical ways to enjoy National Pickle Day:
- Try a new type of pickle: Not all pickles are the same. Pick up a jar of a variety you’ve never tasted before—maybe spicy, sour, or sweet pickles.
- Make your own pickles: If you’ve got some cucumbers and a little time, why not try pickling at home? It’s a simple process that lets you create custom flavors.
- Visit a local deli: Support a nearby deli or sandwich shop by ordering a meal with a side of pickles, or ask them about their favorite pickle varieties.
- Pair with a meal: Add pickles to a snack or meal. They pair surprisingly well with cheese, charcuterie boards, or even cocktails like a Bloody Mary. If you want to see some weirder pairings, check out this funny video by Taste of Home from a few years backhttps://youtu.be/kM6Xaj43ggc?si=2DKzoEyZyUqI5aHA:
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.
