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National Champagne Day

Celebrate National Champagne Day with a toast to good friends, great memories, and endless fun! Pop the bubbly and enjoy the day.

Thursday

December 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEDecember 31

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYAlcohol

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to pop the bubbly and celebrate National Champagne Day on December 31! This day has been around since the 19th century, when it was first created to honor the sparkling wine that is associated with celebration and joy. Whether you’re ringing in a new year or simply celebrating life in general, there's no better way than sipping some delicious champagne.

TIMELINE

National Champagne Day Timeline

Invention of Champagne

Dom Pérignon, a French Benedictine monk, is traditionally credited with inventing champagne.

Popularization of Champagne

Champagne came into vogue in the major royal courts of Europe, associating it with luxury and power.

Champagne Bottle Innovation

Adolphe Jacquesson invented the muselet, the wire cage that helps secure the cork in a bottle of champagne, thus making it safer for transportation and storage.

Champagne and New Year's Eve

The tradition of toasting the New Year with champagne became prevalent in America and other western countries during the Roaring Twenties.

Champagne Appellation Protection

The term 'champagne' was officially protected by the Treaty of Madrid, meaning only sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France could legally be called champagne.

National Champagne Day Recognition

Official recognition and widespread celebration of National Champagne Day began, culminating on December 31st each year.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Champagne Day

Host a champagne tasting

Gather some friends and family together and host a champagne tasting. Select a few different types of champagne to sample and savor the different notes in each glass.

SIP

Sip champagne at brunch

What better way to start a day than with bubbly? Enjoy a delicious brunch paired with your favorite champagne.

CREATE

Create your own champagne cocktail

Use your favorite spirit and mix it with some fresh fruit juice, simple syrup, and top it off with champagne for your own unique cocktail.

HOST

Host a dinner party with champagne

Invite your closest friends over for dinner and serve champagne throughout the night. Pair the food with an array of champagnes to bring out the flavors of each dish.

TAKE

Take a champagne tour

Visit some of the most famous champagne houses in the world and learn about their production process. There's nothing like drinking amazing champagne in its place of origin.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Champagne Day

Champagne can be enjoyed any time

Don't wait until a special occasion to enjoy some bubbly - Champagne isn't just reserved for celebrations anymore. It makes the perfect accompaniment to dinner parties or gatherings; try serving different types as an aperitif or pairing specific bottles with certain foods (like oysters or caviar)!

Champagne is a festive drink

When you think of celebration, it's hard not to think of champagne. This sparkling beverage has been the go-to drink for special occasions and parties for centuries, making it always feel like something special! Plus, it pairs perfectly with hors d'oeuvres and desserts.

Champagne is delicious

From dry to sweet, there are hundreds of different styles and types of champagne available that all offer unique flavors and experiences. Whether you prefer a Louis Roederer Brut Premier or a Moët & Chandon Imperial Rose Demi Sec, you're sure to find something that pleases your taste buds!

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