National Sundae Day
National Sundae Day is a US food day on 11 November celebrating the ice cream sundae and its many toppings.
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About the day
National Sundae Day is a US food day on 11 November. A sundae is usually one or two scoops of ice cream topped with syrup or sauce, whipped cream, a cherry or sprinkles. Its origin is debated: Two Rivers, Wisconsin says druggist Edward Berners served the first in 1881, while Ithaca, New York points to an 1892 advertisement in the Ithaca Daily Journal and a cherry sundae made at Platt and Colt Pharmacy.
People celebrate by ordering a sundae, making one at home or hosting a sundae bar where friends bring their favourite toppings. Posts use #NationalSundaeDay.
The day suits ice cream parlours, dessert shops, dairy brands, restaurants, food retailers and food media.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wednesday 11 November 2026 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2027 | Thursday 11 November 2027 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Saturday 11 November 2028 | USA | Same date every year |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Ice cream parlours
- Dessert shops
- Dairy brands
- Restaurants
- Food media
Questions and answers
When is National Sundae Day 2026?
National Sundae Day 2026 is on Wednesday 11 November 2026. It falls on the same date every year.
Who organises National Sundae Day?
National Sundae Day has no single organiser. Many organisations mark it independently.
Where is National Sundae Day marked?
National Sundae Day is marked in the USA.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against one source, including National Day Calendar: National Sundae Day. They were last checked on 7 November 2026.
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