National Food Day Calendar 2026 | A Day for Every Food
Are you looking for a comprehensive National Food Day calendar for 2026? Then you’re in the right place. National Food Days—often called food holidays—celebrate everything from well-known comfort foods to niche culinary traditions, giving restaurants, creators, and food lovers an easy way to plan moments throughout the year.
If you run a restaurant, this calendar helps you plan menus, promotions, and social posts around food holidays your guests already care about. If you’re just here to celebrate, it’s a fun way to decide what to order, cook, or share next. Below is a complete, month-by-month list of National Food Days in 2026—so scroll, plan ahead, or jump to your favorite foods and start celebrating something delicious almost every day of the year.
This National Food Day calendar is designed as a year-long planning resource—scroll by month, search for specific foods, or jump ahead to plan posts, promotions, or celebrations around upcoming food holidays.
January National Food Days 2026
National Bloody Mary Day- January 1
National Buffet Day - January 2
National Cream Puff Day - January 2
Fruitcake Toss Day - January 3
National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day - January 3
National Spaghetti Day - January 4
National Whipped Cream Day - January 5
Apple Tree Day - January 6
National Bean Day - January 6
National Shortbread Day - January 6
National Tempura Day - January 7
National English Toffee Day - January 8
National Apricot Day - January 9
Bittersweet Chocolate Day - January 10
National Milk Day (the day milk deliveries in bottles began in the US) - January 11
Curried Chicken Day - January 12
National Marzipan Day - January 12
National Peach Melba Day - January 13
National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day - January 14
Strawberry Ice Cream Day - January 15
International Hot & Spicy Food Day - January 16
National Fig Newton Day - January 16
National Bootlegger's Day - January 17
National Hot Buttered Rum Day - January 17
Peking Duck Day - January 18
National Popcorn Day - January 19
National Buttercrunch Day - January 20
National Cheese Lover's Day - January 20
Rid the World of Fad Diets & Gimmicks Day - January 20, 2026 (The Tuesday of the Third Full Week of January)
National Granola Bar Day - January 21
New England Clam Chowder Day - January 21
National Blonde Brownie Day - January 22
Women's Healthy Weight Day - January 22, 2026 (The Thursday of the Third Full Week of January)
National Pie Day - January 23 (not to be confused with Pi Day, March 14)
Rhubarb Pie Day - January 23
National Peanut Butter Day - January 24
National Irish Coffee Day - January 25
National Peanut Brittle Day - January 26
National Pistachio Day - January 26
Chocolate Cake Day - January 27
National Blueberry Pancake Day - January 28
National Corn Chip Day - January 29
National Croissant Day - January 30
National Hot Chocolate Day - January 31
February National Food Days 2026
National Baked Alaska Day - February 1
Heavenly Hash Day - February 2
National Carrot Cake Day - February 3
Homemade Soup Day - February 4
National Stuffed Mushroom Day - February 4
National Chocolate Fondue Day - February 5
World Nutella Day - February 5
Bubble Gum Day - February 6, 2026 (First Friday in February)
National Chopsticks Day - February 6
Ice Cream for Breakfast Day - February 7, 2026 (First Saturday in February)
National Fettuccine Alfredo Day - February 7
Molasses Bar Day - February 8
Pork Rind Appreciation Day - February 8, 2026 (Super Bowl Sunday)
National Bagels and Lox Day - February 9
Oatmeal Monday - February 9, 2026 (Second Monday in February)
Pizza Pie Day - February 9
Cream Cheese Brownie Day - February 10
Peppermint Patty Day - February 11
National Plum Pudding Day - February 12
National Tortellini Day - February 13
National Cream-Filled Chocolates Day - February 14
National Gumdrop Day - February 15
National Almond Day - February 16
National Indian Pudding Day - February 17
National Drink Wine Day - February 18
National Chocolate Mint Day - February 19
National Cherry Pie Day - February 20
National Tartar Sauce Day - February 20, 2026 (First Friday during Lent)
National Sticky Bun Day - February 21
National Margarita Day - February 22
National Cook a Sweet Potato Day - February 22
National Banana Bread Day - February 23
National Cupcake Day (in Canada) - February 24
National Tortilla Chip Day - February 24
National Chocolate Covered Nuts Day - February 25
National Clam Chowder Day - February 25
National Pancake Day (IHOP) - February 25
National Chili Day - February 26, 2026 (Last Thursday in February)
National Personal Chefs Day - February 26
National Pistachio Day - February 26
National Strawberry Day - February 27
National Chocolate Souffle Day - February 28
People celebrate National Food Days in all kinds of ways—posting about them, planning themed meals, or ordering their favorites. For restaurants, those moments can also turn into real orders. Menufy helps make it easier for guests to find you, order direct, and come back again.
March National Food Days 2026
National Fruit Compote Day - March 1
National Peanut Butter Lover's Day - March 1
National Banana Cream Pie Day - March 2
National Cold Cuts Day - March 3
National Pound Cake Day - March 4
National Cheese Doodle Day - March 5
National Frozen Food Day - March 6
National Oreo Cookie Day - March 6
National White Chocolate Cheesecake Day - March 6
National Cereal Day - March 7
National Peanut Cluster Day - March 8
National Crabmeat Day - March 9
National Meatball Day - March 9
National Blueberry Popover Day - March 10
National Pack Your Lunch Day - March 10
Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day - March 11
Registered Dietitian Day - March 11, 2026 (Second Wednesday in March)
National Baked Scallops Day - March 12
Popcorn Lover's Day - March 12, 2026 (Second Thursday in March)
Coconut Torte Day - March 13
Bake a Pie in Solidarity Day - March 14
National Potato Chip Day - March 14
March 14, or “Pi Day”, is unfortunately not recognized as National Pie Day. We think this is a missed opportunity.
Celebrating Our Bountiful Food Supply - March 15
National Peanut Lovers’ Day - March 15
National Pears Helene Day - March 15
National Artichoke Hearts Day - March 16
National Irish Food Day March - 17
Oatmeal Cookie Day - March 18
National Agriculture Day - March 19
National Chocolate Caramel Day - March 19
National Poultry Day - March 19
Great American MEAT-OUT - March 20
National Ravioli Day - March 20
California Strawberry Day - March 21
Maple Syrup Saturday - March 21, 2026 (Third Saturday of March)
National French Bread Day - March 21
National Bavarian Crepes Day - March 22
National Chip and Dip Day - March 23
National Melba Toast Day - March 23
National Cheesesteak Day - March 24
National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day - March 24
International Waffle Day - March 25
National Lobster Newburg Day - March 25
National Pecan Day - March 25
Whole Grain Sampling Day - March 25, 2026 (Last Wednesday in March)
National Nougat Day - March 26
Spinach Day - March 26
National Spanish Paella Day - March 27
Something on a Stick Day - March 28
National Lemon Chiffon Cake Day - March 29
Turkey Neck Soup Day - March 30
National Clams on the Half Shell Day - March 31
Oranges and Lemons Day - March 31
Tater Day - March 31
April National Food Day 2026
National Sourdough Bread Day - April 1
National Burrito Day - April 2, 2026 (First Thursday in April)
National Love Your Produce Manager Day - April 2
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day - April 2
National Chocolate Mousse Day - April 3
National Cordon Bleu Day - April 4
National Baked Ham with Pineapple Day - April 5, 2026 (Same Day as Easter)
National Caramel Day - April 5
National Raisin and Spice Bar Day - April 5
Hostess Twinkie Day - April 6
National Caramel Popcorn Day - April 6
Coffee Cake Day - April 7
National Empanada Day - April 8
Chinese Almond Cookie Day - April 9
National Gin and Tonic Day - April 9
National Cinnamon Crescent Day - April 10
National Cheese Fondue Day - April 11
National Poutine Day - April 11
Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day - April 12
National Licorice Day - April 12
Make Lunch Count Day - April 13
National Peach Cobbler Day - April 13
National Pecan Day - April 14
McDonald's Day - April 15
National Glazed Spiral Ham Day - April 15
Day of the Mushroom - April 16
National Eggs Benedict Day - April 16
National Cheeseball Day - April 17
Animal Crackers Birthday - April 18
Garlic Day - April 19
Lima Bean Respect Day - April 20
National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Day - April 20
National Chickpea Day - April 21
National Chocolate Covered Cashews Truffle Day - April 21
National Jelly Bean Day - April 22
National Cherry Cheesecake Day - April 23
National Picnic Day - April 23
National Pigs-in-a-Blanket Day - April 24
National Zucchini Bread Day - April 25
National Pretzel Day - April 26
National Prime Rib Day - April 27
National Blueberry Pie Day - April 28
National Shrimp Scampi Day - April 29
Stop Food Waste Day - April 29, 2026 (Last Wednesday in April)
National Raisin Day - April 30
National Bubble Tea Day - April 30
When a food day sparks cravings, the next step is simple: ordering. Restaurants use Menufy to turn food-holiday moments into easy online orders, loyalty sign-ups, and repeat visits—without adding more work.
May National Food Day 2026
National Chocolate Parfait Day - May 1
School Lunch Hero Day - May 1, 2026 (First Friday in May)
National Herb Day - May 2, 2026 (first Saturday of May)
National Truffles Day - May 2
National Raspberry Popover Day - May 3
National Candied Orange Peel Day - May 4
National Chocolate Custard Day - May 5
National Hoagie Day - May 5
Totally Chipotle Day - May 5
International No Diet Day - May 6
National Crepes Suzette Day - May 6
National Roast Leg of Lamb Day - May 7
National Coconut Cream Pie Day - May 8
National Empanada Day - May 8
National Foodies Day - May 9
National Shrimp Day - May 10
Eat What You Want Day - May 11
National Nutty Fudge Day - May 12
International Hummus Day - May 13
National Apple Pie Day - May 13
National Fruit Cocktail Day - May 13
National Buttermilk Biscuit Day - May 14
National Chocolate Chip Day - May 15
National Pizza Party Day - May 15, 2026 (Third Friday in May)
International Pickle Day - May 16
National Coquilles St. Jacques Day - May 16
National Cherry Cobbler Day - May 17
National Walnut Day - May 17
I Love Reese's Day - May 18
National Cheese Souffle Day - May 18
National Devil's Food Cake Day - May 19
Pick Strawberries Day - May 20
Eat More Fruits & Vegetables Day - May 21, 2026 (Thursday before Memorial Day Week)
National Strawberries and Cream Day - May 21
National Waiters and Waitresses Day - May 21
National Vanilla Pudding Day - May 22
National Taffy Day - May 23
Asparagus Day - May 24
National Escargot Day - May 24
Carb Day - May 25
National Brown-Bag-It Day - May 25
National Blueberry Cheesecake Day - May 26
National Cherry Dessert Day - May 26
National Italian Beef Day - May 27
National Grape Popsicle Day - May 27
National Brisket Day - May 28
National Hamburger Day (May 28, July 28 and also December 21)
National Coq Au Vin Day - May 29
National Mint Julep Day - May 30
National Macaroon Day - May 31
June National Food Day 2026
World Milk Day - June 1
National Hazelnut Cake Day - June 1
National Rocky Road Ice Cream Day - June 2
National Rotisserie Chicken Day - June 2
National Egg Day - June 3
National Chocolate Macaroon Day - June 3
National Cheese Day - June 4
National Frozen Yogurt Day - June 4
National Donut Day - June 5, 2026 (First Friday in June)
National Gingerbread Day - June 5
National Ketchup Day - June 5
National Sausage Roll Day - June 5
National Veggie Burger Day - June 5
National Applesauce Cake Day - June 6
National Chocolate Ice Cream Day - June 7
Jelly-Filled Doughnut Day - June 8
National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day - June 9
National Iced Tea Day - June 10
National Herbs & Spices Day - June 10
Corn on the Cob Day - June 11
National German Chocolate Cake Day - June 11
National Jerky Day - June 12
National Peanut Butter Cookie Day - June 12
International Falafel Day - June 12
National Cupcake Lovers Day - June 13
National Strawberry Shortcake Day - June 14
National Lobster Day - June 15
Fresh Veggies Day - June 16
Eat All Your Veggies Day - June 17
National Apple Strudel Day - June 17
International Picnic Day - June 18
International Sushi Day - June 18
National Cherry Tart Day - June 18
National Martini Day - June 19
National Ice Cream Soda Day - June 20
National Vanilla Milkshake Day - June 20
National Peaches and Cream Day - June 21
National Chocolate Eclair Day - June 22
National Onion Rings Day - June 22
National Pecan Sandy Day - June 23
National Parchment Cooking Day - June 24, 2026 (Last Wednesday in June)
National Pralines Day - June 24
National Catfish Day - June 25
National Strawberry Parfait Day - June 25
National Chocolate Pudding Day - June 26
National Indian Pudding Day - June 27
National Ceviche Day - June 28
National Tapioca Day - June 28
National Almond Buttercrunch Day - June 29
Whether you’re planning a food-day post, a special, or just deciding what to order tonight, you want people to know. By building you a custom branded website, and helping you show up first in online search, Menufy is a simple, powerful and fully managed tool designed for your restaurant’s success.
July National Food Day 2026
Creative Ice Cream Flavor Day - July 1
International Fruit Day - July 1
National Gingersnap Day - July 1
National Anisette Day - July 2
Eat Beans Day - July 3
National Chocolate Wafer Day - July 3
Independence from Meat Day - July 4
International Cherry Pit Spitting Day - July 4, 2026 (First Saturday in July)
National Barbecued Spareribs Day - July 4
National Apple Turnover Day - July 5
National Graham Cracker Day - July 5
National Fried Chicken Day - July 6
Chocolate Day - July 7
National Macaroni Day - July 7
National Strawberry Sundae Day - July 7
National Blueberry Day - July 8
National Chocolate with Almonds Day - July 8
National Sugar Cookie Day - July 9
Pick Blueberries Day - July 10
Make Up Your Own Sundae Day - July 11
National Blueberry Muffin Day - July 11
National French Fries Day - July 11
National Rainier Cherries Day - July 11
National Pecan Pie Day - July 12
National Macaroni and Cheese Day - July 14
National Gummi Worm Day - July 15
National Hot Dog Day - July 15, 2026 (Third Wednesday in July)
National Tapioca Pudding Day - July 15
National Corn Fritter Day - July 16
National Peach Ice Cream Day - July 17
National Caviar Day - July 18
National Sour Candy Day - July 18
National Ice Cream Day - July 19, 2026 (Third Sunday in July)
Fortune Cookie Day - July 20
International Cake Day - July 20
National Lollipop Day - July 20
National Junk Food Day - July 21
National Penuche Fudge Day - July 22
National Vanilla Ice Cream Day - July 23
National Tequila Day - July 24
National Hot Fudge Sundae Day - July 25
Bagelfest Day - July 26
National Creme Brulee Day - July 27
National Scotch Day - July 27
National Hamburger Day - July 28
Cheese Sacrifice Purchase Day - July 29
National Chicken Wing Day - July 29
National Lasagna Day - July 29
National Cheesecake Day - July 30
National Chicken and Waffles Day - July 30
National Chili Dog Day - July 30, 2026 (Last Thursday in July)
Cotton Candy Day - July 31
Jump for Jelly Beans Day - July 31
August National Food Day 2026
National Mustard Day - August 1, 2026 (First Saturday in August)
National Raspberry Cream Pie Day - August 1
National Ice Cream Sandwich Day - August 2
National IPA Day - August 3
Grab Some Nuts Day - August 3
National Watermelon Day - August 3
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day - August 4
National Oyster Day - August 5
National Root Beer Float Day - August 6
Braham Pie Day - August 7, 2026 (First Friday in August)
National Raspberries and Cream Day - August 7
National SPAM Musubi Day - August 8
National Frozen Custard Day - August 8
National Zucchini Day - August 8
International Beer Day - August 8
Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor's Porch Night - August 8
Takoyaki Day - August 8
National Rice Pudding Day - August 9
National S'mores Day - August 10
National Raspberry Tart Day - August 11
National Panini Day - August 11
Julienne Fries Day - August 12
National Filet Mignon Day - August 13
National Creamsicle Day - August 14
Lemon Meringue Pie Day - August 15
National Rum Day - August 16
National Bratwurst Day - August 16
Cupcake Day (For the RSPCA) - August 17, 2026 (Third Monday in August)
National Vanilla Custard Day - August 17
National Soft Ice Cream Day - August 18
Potato Day - August 19
National Chocolate Pecan Pie Day - August 20
National Bacon Lovers’ Day - August 20
National Pecan Torte Day - August 21
National Sweet Tea Day - August 21
National Spumoni Day - August 22
National Sponge Cake Day - August 23
National Peach Pie Day - August 24
National Waffle Day - August 24
National Banana Split Day - August 25
National Cherry Popsicle Day - August 26
Banana Lovers’ Day - August 27
National Cherry Turnover Day - August 28
Chop Suey Day - August 29
More Herbs, Less Salt Day - August 29
National Toasted Marshmallow Day - August 30
Eat Outside Day - August 31
National Trail Mix Day - August 31
September National Food Day
National Cherry Popover Day - September 1
National Gyro Day - September 1
National Grits for Breakfast Day -September 2
National Blueberry Popsicle Day - September 2
National Welsh Rarebit Day - September 3
National Food Bank Day - September 4, 2026 (First Friday in September)
National Macadamia Nut Day - September 4
International Bacon Day - September 5, 2026 (Saturday before Labor Day)
National Cheese Pizza Day - September 5
National Coffee Ice Cream Day - September 6
National Acorn Squash Day - September 7
Salami Day - September 7
National Date Nut Bread Day - September 8
National “I Love Food” Day - September 9
National Ants on a Log - September 10
National Hot Cross Bun Day - September 11
National Chocolate Milkshake Day - September 12
International Chocolate Day - September 13
Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day - September 13
National Peanut Day - September 13
Snack a Pickle Time - September 13
Eat a Hoagie Day - September 14
National Cream Filled Donut Day - September 14
National Cheese Toast Day - September 15
National Linguine Day - September 15
National Cinnamon Raisin Bread Day - September 16
National Guacamole Day - September 16
National Apple Dumpling Day - September 17
National Cheeseburger Day - September 18
International Eat an Apple Day - September 19, 2026 (Third Saturday in September)
National Butterscotch Pudding Day - September 19
National Pepperoni Day - September 20
National Queso Day - September 20
National String Cheese Day - September 20
International Banana Festival - September 21
National Pecan Cookie Day - September 21
National Ice Cream Cone Day - September 22
National White Chocolate Day - September 22
National Snack Stick Day - September 23
National Cherries Jubilee Day - September 24
Hug a Vegetarian Day - September 25, 2026 (Last Friday in September)
National Quesadilla Day- September 25
National Food Service Workers Day - September 25
National Dumpling Day - September 26
National Key Lime Pie Day - September 26
National Corned Beef Hash Day - September 27
Family Day - A Day to Eat Dinner With Your Kids - September 28, 2026 (Fourth Monday in September)
Strawberry Cream Pie Day - September 28
National Coffee Day - September 29
National Mocha Day - September 29
National Mulled Cider Day - September 30
National Food Days give people a reason to try something new—or return to what they already love. Menufy helps restaurants turn those moments into ongoing relationships with print promos, email and text marketing, and a dedicated success manager to help you with your goals.
October National Food Day
Homemade Cookies Day - October 1
Pudding Season Begins - October 1
World Vegetarian Day - October 1
National Fried Scallops Day - October 2
National Caramel Custard Day - October 3
Kanelbullens Dag (Cinnamon Bun Day) - October 4
National Taco Day - October 4
National Apple Betty Day - October 5
National Noodle Day - October 6
National Frappe Day - October 7
National Pumpkin Seed Day - October 7, 2026 (First Wednesday in October)
National Fluffernutter Day - October 8
National Pierogi Day - October 8
National Salmon Day - October 8
International Beer and Pizza Day - October 9
Moldy Cheese Day - October 9
Submarine Hoagie Hero Grinder Day - October 9
World Egg Day - October 9, 2026 (Second Friday of October)
National Angel Food Cake Day - October 10
National Sausage Pizza Day - October 11
National Gumbo Day - October 12
National Yorkshire Pudding Day - October 13
National Dessert Day - October 14
National Chocolate Covered Insects Day - October 14
National Chicken Cacciatore Day - October 15
National Roast Pheasant Day - October 15
World Food Day - October 16
Four Prunes Day - October 17
National Pasta Day - October 17
Meatloaf Appreciation Day - October 18
National Chocolate Cupcake Day - October 18
National Seafood Bisque Day - October 19
National Brandied Fruit Day - October 20
National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day - October 21
National Nut Day - October 22
National Boston Cream Pie Day - October 23
National Canning Day - October 23
Food Day - October 24
Good and Plenty Day - October 24
National Bologna Day - October 24
National Greasy Foods Day - October 25
Mince Meat Pie Day - October 26
National Chicken Fried Steak Day - October 26
Pumpkin Day - October 26
National Potato Day - October 27
National Chocolate Day - October 28
Wild Foods Day - October 28
National Oatmeal Day - October 29
Buy a Donut Day - October 30
National Candy Corn Day - October 30
National Caramel Apple Day - October 31
November National Food Day
National Deep Fried Clams Day - November 1
National Vinegar Day - November 1
National Deviled Egg Day - November 2
National Sandwich Day - November 3
National Candy Day - November 4
National Donut Day - November 5
National Men Make Dinner Day – November 6, 2026 (First Thursday of November)
National Nachos Day - November 6
National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day - November 7
National Men Make Dinner Day - November 4
Cook Something Bold & Pungent Day - November 8
National Greek Yogurt Day - November 9
National Pork Belly Day - November 10
National Vanilla Cupcake Day - November 10
National Mussels Days - November 10
National Sundae Day - November 11
National Pizza with Everything Day (Except Anchovies) - November 12
National Indian Pudding Day - November 13
National Pickle Day - November 14
National Bundt Day - November 15
National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day - November 15
National Raisin Bran Cereal Day - November 15
National Fast Food Day - November 16
Homemade Bread Day - November 17
National Baklava Day - November 17
National Vichyssoise Day - November 18
Beaujolais Nouveau Day - November 19, 2026 (Third Thursday of November)
National Macchiato Day - November 19
National Peanut Butter Fudge Day - November 20
Gingerbread Day - November 21
National Stuffing Day - November 21
National Cashew Day - November 22
Eat a Cranberry Day - November 23
National Sardines Day - November 24
National Parfait Day - November 25
National Cake Day - November 26
National Bavarian Cream Pie Day - November 27
Sinkie Day - November 27, 2026 (Day after Thanksgiving)
National French Toast Day - November 28
Chocolates Day - November 29
National Lemon Cream Pie Day - November 29
National Mousse Day - November 30
December National Food Day
Eat a Red Apple Day - December 1
National Fritters Day - December 2
National Apple Pie Day - December 3
National Cookie Day - December 4
National Sacher Torte Day - December 5
World Pear Day - December 5, 2026 (First Saturday in December)
Microwave Oven Day - December 6
National Gazpacho Day - December 6
National Cotton Candy Day - December 7
National Chocolate Brownie Day - December 8
National Donair Day - December 8
National Opal Apples Day - December 9
National Pastry Day - December 9
National Lager Day - December 10
National Noodle Ring Day - December 11
National Pho Day - December 12
National Cocoa Day - December 12
Ice Cream and Violins Day - December 13
National Bouillabaisse Day - December 14
National Cupcake Day - December 15
National Chocolate Covered Anything Day - December 16
National Maple Syrup Day - December 17
National Roast Suckling Pig Day - December 18
National Hard Candy Day - December 19
National Fried Shrimp Day - December 20
Kiwi Fruit Day (California) - December 21
National Hamburger Day (May 28, July 28 and also December 21)
National Date Nut Bread Day - December 22
National Pfeffernuesse Day - December 23
National Eggnog Day - December 24
National Tamales Day - December 25
National Pumpkin Pie Day - December 25
National Candy Cane Day - December 26
National Fruit Cake Day - December 27
National Box of Chocolate Day - December 28
Pepper Pot Day - December 29
Bacon Day - December 30
National Bicarbonate of Soda Day (Baking Soda) - December 30
National Champagne Day - December 31
National Food Days give people a reason to celebrate and try something new. Menufy helps restaurants turn one-time guests into lifetime fans with built-in marketing that runs in the background while you focus on what you love — the food.