The sun is beating down, the days are getting longer, and the temptation of jumping into the pool is becoming more and more apparent. In the midst of jobs, internships, and summer classes, it can be hard to find time to just relax and enjoy a care-free life. Despite 92 days of scorching weather, the summer is full of reasons to celebrate. From June to August, nearly every day commemorates a food holiday that will leave you with a full stomach and a big smile. Whether it’s National Fried Chicken Day or National Toasted Marshmallow Day, here is the ultimate guide to this summer’s food holidays that’ll keep you in a festive mood all season long.
June
June 8th: National Jelly Filled Doughnut Day
June 9th: National Rosé Day
June 10th: National Iced Tea Day
–Free Tea? Yes Please-
June 13th: Cupcake Lovers’ Day
June 15th: National Lobster Day
June 16th: National Fudge Day
June 18th: International Sushi Day & International Picnic Day
June 19th: National Eat an Oreo Day
June 20th: National Vanilla Milkshake Day & Plain Yogurt Day
June 22nd: National Onion Rings Day & Chocolate Eclair Day
June 25th: National Strawberry Parfait Day & Catfish Day
June 26th: National Chocolate Pudding Day
June 27th: International Pineapple Day
July
July 1st: National Gingersnap Day
July 3rd: National Chocolate Wafer Day
July 4th: National Caesar Salad Day
July 6th: National Fried Chicken Day
July 7th: National Chocolate Day
July 8th: National Blueberry Day
July 9th: National Sugar Cookie Day
July 10th: Cow Appreciation Day
(Time to dress like a cow and celebrate with free Chick-fil-A)
July 11th: 7-Eleven Day
(Did someone say free slurpees?)
July 12th: National Pecan Pie Day
July 13th: National French Fry Day
July 14th: National Mac & Cheese Day
July 15th: National Ice Cream Day
July 18th: National Hot Dog Day
July 20th: National Lollipop Day
July 21st: National Junk Food Day
July 22nd: National Mango Day
July 23rd: National Peanut Butter & Chocolate Day
July 24th: Drive-Thru Day
July 25th: National Hot Fudge Sundae Day
July 26th: Bagelfest Day
July 28th: National Milk Chocolate Day
July 29th: National Chicken Wing Day
July 30th: National Cheesecake Day
August
August 2nd: National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
August 3rd: National Watermelon Day
August 6th: National Root Beer Float Day
August 8th: National Frozen Custard Day
August 9th: National Rice Pudding Day
August 10th: National S’mores Day
August 11th: National Panini Day
August 13th: National Filet Mignon Day
August 14th: National Creamsicle Day
August 15th: National Lemon Meringue Pie Day, National Relaxation Day, & Julia Child’s Birthday #TripleThreat
August 16th: World Bratwurst Day
August 18th: Chef’s Appreciation Day
August 19th: National Soft-Serve Ice Cream Day & Potato Day
August 20th: Bacon Lovers’ Day
August 21st: National Sweet Tea Day
August 22nd: National Eat a Peach Day
August 23rd: National Cuban Sandwich Day
August 24th: National Waffle Day
August 25th: National Banana Split Day
August 27th: Banana Lovers’ Day & National Pot de Creme Day
August 29th: National Chop Suey Day
August 30th: National Toasted Marshmallow Day
August 31st: National Trail Mix Day & Eat Outside Day
Whether you’re an avid foodie just living out your dreams, or a workaholic in need of a break, there’s no wrong way to adore these extraordinary holidays. So grab some food, tell your friends, and celebrate like there’s no tomorrow, because this summer has food filled surprises around every corner.