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National Peach Pie Day

Celebrate National Peach Pie Day with a delicious homemade treat - the perfect way to show your friends and family some love!

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August 2026

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

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YEARLY DATEAugust 24

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYDesserts

INTRO

Introduction

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It's time to get your baking hats on and celebrate National Peach Pie Day on August 24! This day has been celebrated since the mid-1800s and is a tribute to the delicious combination of sweet peaches, buttery crust, and just a hint of spice. Whether you prefer it warm with a scoop of ice cream or straight out of the pie tin, there's no denying that peach pie is one of the best desserts around. So grab your rolling pin and get ready for an afternoon full of deliciousness!

TIMELINE

National Peach Pie Day Timeline

The Advent of Peach Pie

The earliest written recipe of peach pie dates back to the 1850s, highlighting the dessert's historical roots.

Canned Peaches Introduced

As canning technology improved, canned peaches became more accessible, allowing for year-round peach pie baking.

Frozen Food Advances

The invention of reliable home refrigeration allowed frozen peaches to be stored, furthering the availability of ingredients for peach pie.

Peach Pie Popularity Soars

With the boom of home baking in America during the 1970s, peach pie became even more popular as a traditional dessert.

Recognition of National Peach Pie Day

By the mid-1990s, August 24 was recognized as National Peach Pie Day, celebrating the long-standing tradition of this beloved dessert.

Celebrating with Peach Pie

Today, people across the country commemorate National Peach Pie Day by baking and enjoying this sweet treat with family and friends.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Peach Pie Day

Bake a Peach Pie

Nothing is more delicious than a homemade peach pie. Get creative and add some of your favorite ingredients, like walnuts or cinnamon, to give it an extra special touch.

VISIT

Visit a local Bakery

Take a trip to your local bakery and try one of their signature peach pies. You may even find one with a unique twist that you never knew existed.

MAKE

Make Peach Pie Milkshakes

Put a spin on the classic peach pie and make it into a milkshake. Blend together your favorite ice cream, fresh peaches, and some graham cracker crumbs for the perfect summer treat.

HOST

Host a Peach Pie Tasting Party

Invite your friends over for a tasting party! Have everyone bring their favorite peach pie recipe and have a taste test to see who has the best one.

THROW

Throw a Peach Pie Eating Contest

Get creative and host a peach pie eating contest! Invite your friends over and have them compete to see who can eat the most pieces of pie in the fastest time.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Peach Pie Day

It's a classic favorite

Nothing says "summer" quite like peach pie, and it has been enjoyed as a beloved dessert for generations. Whether you serve it warm or cold, its comforting flavor will help bring back fond memories of long summer days gone by.

Peach Pie is Delicious

There are few things more mouthwatering than a perfectly made peach pie. The buttery crust and soft, sweet peaches blend together flawlessly to make the perfect summer dessert. Enjoy it with a good scoop of ice cream and you'll have a surefire hit!

It's easy to make

You don't need any special skills to make an amazing peach pie - all you need is a basic pastry recipe and a can of sliced peaches. If you're feeling ambitious, you can even try making your own fresh peaches from scratch!