February Food Dates 2026
February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s packed with food holidays that can drive big promotions. From chocolate and wine to hearty breakfasts and savory classics, this month gives restaurants, bars, and foodservice operators plenty of reasons to connect with guests.
Chocolate is the headliner this month, from National Dark Chocolate Day to Chocolate Soufflé Day and, of course, Valentine’s celebrations. But there’s balance too — from exotic produce features to breakfast specials and comfort foods like pie, pancakes, and soup. This mix lets you cater to indulgence and health-conscious customers alike.
Not every date will fit your menu, but the right ones can fuel social buzz, themed specials, and memorable guest experiences. Below, you’ll find February’s food holidays grouped into month-long themes and daily hooks. Use them as your roadmap to keep promotions sharp and customer engagement high.
All Month Long
- Berry Fresh Month
- Celebration of Chocolate 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 Hot Breakfast Month
- National Snack Food Month
- National Sweet Potato Month
- Vegan Cuisine Month
Daily Food Holidays
February 1 → National Baked Alaska Day
February 2 → National Tater Tot Day
February 3 → National Carrot Cake Day
February 4 → National Homemade Soup Day
February 5 → National Chocolate Fondue Day
February 6 → National Frozen Yogurt Day
February 7 → National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day
February 9 → Oatmeal Monday
February 10 → National Cream Cheese Brownie Day
February 11 → National Latte Day
February 12 → National Plum Pudding Day
February 13 → National Cheddar Day
February 14 → National Cream-Filled Chocolate Day (Valentine’s tie-in)
February 15 → National Gumdrop Day
February 17 → Fasnacht Day
February 18 → National Drink Wine Day
February 19 → National Chocolate Mint Day
February 20 → National Muffin Day
February 21 → National Sticky Bun Day
February 22 → National Margarita Day
February 23 → National Banana Bread Day
February 25 → National Chocolate Covered Nut Day
February 27 → National Kahlua Day
February 28 → National Chocolate Soufflé Day
From chocolate and wine to pancakes and poutine, February proves that big things come in small packages. Choose the dates that align with your brand, lean into Valentine’s promotions, and let this month’s food holidays create memorable customer moments. And get ready — March brings spring flavors, green-themed celebrations, and plenty of opportunities around St. Patrick’s Day.
