August Food Holidays 2025
August is peak summer — and with it comes plenty of chances to keep your guests engaged. Food holidays aren’t just quirky dates on a calendar; they’re built-in prompts for creative specials, quick social posts, and themed promotions that spark traffic when you need it most.
A well-timed pie feature, a frozen treat giveaway, or even a craft beer pairing can turn a slow night into a buzzworthy one. Not every holiday will fit your brand, but the right ones can connect with your customers and remind them why your place is the one to visit.
From the bar to the kitchen, these opportunities cover it all. Whether you’re serving signature cocktails, testing new desserts, or simply running a fun social media poll, leaning into the month’s food holidays helps you stay relevant, visible, and top-of-mind.
Below, you’ll find August’s food holidays grouped into month-long themes and daily hooks. Think of it as your roadmap for specials, campaigns, and guest engagement. Use it to plan ahead — or just grab a few dates that line up perfectly with your menu.
All Month Long
- Afternoon Tea Week
- National Coconut Week
Daily Food Holidays
August 1 → National Raspberry Cream Pie Day
August 2 → National Mustard Day
August 3 → National Watermelon Day
August 4 → National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day · National White Wine Day
August 5 → National Couscous Day
August 6 → National Root Beer Float Day
August 7 → India Pale Ale Day
August 8 → National Frozen Custard Day
August 9 → National Rice Pudding Day
August 10 → National S’mores Day
August 11 → National Raspberry Bombe Day
August 12 → National Gooey Butter Cake Day
August 13 → National Filet Mignon Day
August 14 → National Creamsicle Day
August 15 → National Lemon Meringue Pie Day
August 16 → National Rum Day
August 18 → National Ice Cream Pie Day
August 19 → National Soft Ice Cream Day
August 20 → National Bacon Lovers Day
August 21 → National Spumoni Day
August 22 → National Pecan Torte Day
August 23 → National Sponge Cake Day
August 24 → National Waffle Day
August 25 → National Whiskey Sour Day
August 26 → National Cherry Popsicle Day
August 28 → National Burger Day
August 29 → National Chop Suey Day
August 30 → International Cabernet Sauvignon Day
From burgers and bacon to wine and whiskey, August is loaded with flavors your guests already love. Lean into the days that match your menu, make them your own, and give people a reason to come back for more. And get ready — September brings Food Safety Education Month along with even more seasonal opportunities to connect.
