Holidailys

It's National Cotton Candy Day in the U.S.A! Cotton Candy is a favorite melt-in-your mouth sugary treat served up at county fairs, fests, amusement parks and carnivals during the dog days of summer. While the origins are unknown, National Cotton Candy Day is celebrated twice a year, today and December 7th. Four men, Thomas Patton, Josef Delarose Lascaux, John C. Wharton and William Morrison, are usually credited as inventing cotton candy, originally called “Fairy Floss.” Morr

Have you heard the big foodie news? One of the most delicious days of the entire year is right around the corner and Americans are ready to celebrate! If layers of pasta smothered in a rich tomato sauce and topped with ooey gooey cheese sounds good to you right about now, go grab your fork! July 29 is National Lasagna Day, an annual food holiday dedicated to the immensely popular pasta dish. Whether you spell it "lasagne" or "lasagna," lasagna is a long pasta noodle and a

When it comes to delicious food holidays, July 29 takes the cake! Not only is it National Lasagna Day, it's also National Chicken Wing Day! This annual food holiday that celebrates the popular appetizer perfect for parties, potlucks, sporting events and just about any other occasion. Chicken Wings History While wings are all the rage today, it wasn’t all that long ago when chicken wings were destined for the soup pot or considered throw-away meat. But the Anchor Bar in Buf

When it comes to delicious holidays, July 28 has got to be one of the best days in the entire year! Not only is it National Hamburger Day, but it is also National Milk Chocolate Day. Sweet! While the origins of this melt-in-your-mouth holiday are unknown, one thing is for certain. Americans sure do love chocolate. About 41 percent of Americans consume chocolate about two times a week. According to the NCA Sweet Insights, the majority, about 71 percent, get their chocolate f

If you're in the 'mooood' for something nice and juicy, you're in luck. July 28 is National Hamburger Day, an annual "holiday" that celebrates the all-American burger! While the origins of this food holiday are unknown, who needs an excuse to indulge in a delicious burger or two? Whether you prefer yours topped with all the trimmings, smothered in ooey gooey cheese or smokin' hot off the grill, Americans love their burgers. In fact, Americans consume more than 40 billion ham

Just in case you didn't know - a very refreshing holiday is right around the corner and Americans are in the mood to celebrate! On the heels of National Tequila Day and National Wine and Cheese Day, it's time to celebrate another favorite spirit. July 27 is National Scotch Day, an annual beverage holiday that celebrates a popular beverage enjoyed around the world - Scotch whiskey. Whether you spell is “whiskey” or “whisky,” scotch has been consumed for centuries and was on

If you love the smell of fresh-baked bread, and who doesnt, it's your lucky day! July 26 is National Bagelfest Day, an annual food holiday celebrating those crunchy-on-the-outside yet chewy-on-the-inside bagels. It all started nearly 90 years ago when Harry Lender made bagels in his garage in Connecticut. Later, the “father of the frozen bagels” opened the first bagel bakery on the east coast. Today, the company owns the world’s largest bagel factory located in Mattoon, Illi

If you’re a HoliDailys fan, you know there is a holiday for just about everything under the sun! From amazing inventions, American pioneers, four-legged friends, fabulous food and drink and important awareness days, to downright weird and wacky days. July 26 not only celebrates a delish food, it also shines the spotlight on our parents’ siblings. It’s Aunt and Uncle's Day. While the origins of this family-inspired holiday are unknown, today is the perfect day to do something

If you're a regular reader of HoliDailys, you know we celebrate all sorts of traditional and not-so-traditional holidays. From historical and religious events, important inventions, famous people and all sorts of wild and wacky occasions, this holiday honors a few of the most important people in our lives – our parents. It's National Parents' Day. In 1994, United States President William Clinton, with unanimous approval by the United States Congress, signed National Parent’s

July 25 celebrates a delightful combination of food and drink. It’s National Wine and Cheese Day in the U.S.A., an annual holiday created by freelance writer and wine-lover, Jace Shoemaker-Galloway. Sometimes unlikely duos become great big hits. Like peanut butter and jelly, chocolate and peanut butter, salt and vinegar chips, bacon and maple syrup and French fries covered in gravy (Poutine), drinking wine and eating cheese are delightful combinations. When the right wine is

July 24 celebrates an aviation pioneer. Amelia Earhart Day celebrates the birth of one of the most famous female aviators in American history. Search engine giant, Google,even created a special Google Doodle in honor of Earhart! Amelia Earhart Born in Kansas on July 24, 1897, Amelia Earhart was fascinated with flying ever since she was a little girl. Earhart would go on to become the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic and set a slew of other aviation records as well

Have you heard the big buzz? If you're in the mood for a little something to whet your whistle, you’re in luck. A very special beverage holiday is hours away and thirsty Americans are ready to celebrate! Get ready to raise your glass, America! July 24 is National Tequila Day in the U.S.A! While the origins of this annual event are unknown, who needs an excuse to get into the holiday "spirit?" Tequila, touted as North America’s “oldest distilled spirit, " is produced from the

July 23 is Gorgeous Grandma Day. Alice Solomon came up with the Gorgeous Grandma concept after graduating from college at the age of 50. The former model, beauty queen, newspaper columnist and author was not too fond of being labeled “senior citizen” the day she turned 50. According to the website, Gorgeous Grandma celebrates women who believe their lives are ahead of them, not behind them. Gorgeous Grandma celebrates women in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond, who choose to thr

If the dog days of summer have got you down-and-out, how does a relaxing snooze under a cool breeze sound right about now? July 22 is for swingers - literally! it's National Hammock Day! While the origins of this annual "holiday" are unknown, folks have been enjoying hammocks for centuries! Today is the perfect day to grab a few of your all-time favorite ice cold beverages, grab your favorite fella or gal pal and head on over to that big oak tree in the back yard and ge

If you consider yourself a connoisseur of ice cream, hot dogs, greasy burgers, jelly-filled donuts, cookies, chocolates and/or chips and dip, today may just be your favorite food holiday of the year! Put the scale and calorie counter away, folks – July 21 is National Junk Food Day! While many people are trying to lead a healthy lifestyle, today is the perfect opportunity to indulge that sweet tooth or chocolate craving! Just for one day. Whether you prefer sweet or salty or