Donuts are so loved that there are special holidays dedicated just to celebrating them! Let’s take a look at some of these fun and delicious donut holidays from around the world.
National Donut Day (USA)
National Donut Day is celebrated on the first Friday of June each year in the United States. It was started by The Salvation Army in 1938 to honor the “Doughnut Lassies,” women who served donuts to soldiers during World War I. On this day, many donut shops give away free donuts to their customers.
International Jelly-Filled Donut Day
International Jelly-Filled Donut Day is celebrated twice a year, on June 8th and again on November 9th. This day honors the delicious jelly-filled donuts that are loved by many. It’s the perfect excuse to enjoy your favorite jam-filled treat!
Hanukkah and Sufganiyot
During the Jewish festival of Hanukkah, a special type of donut called sufganiyah is enjoyed. Sufganiyot are round, jelly-filled donuts that are deep-fried and dusted with powdered sugar. They are a sweet way to celebrate the holiday.
Fat Tuesday and Paczki
In Poland and Polish communities around the world, Fat Tuesday (the day before Ash Wednesday) is celebrated with paczki. Paczki are rich, filled donuts traditionally enjoyed before the start of Lent. They are often filled with sweet fruit preserves or custard.
Donut Day (UK)
In the United Kingdom, Donut Day is celebrated on the first Friday of June, similar to the US National Donut Day. It’s a day to enjoy all kinds of donuts, from classic glazed to fancy filled ones.
Donut Lovers’ Day
Donut Lovers’ Day is celebrated on October 19th. This day is all about indulging in your favorite donuts and sharing them with friends and family. Many donut shops offer special deals and new flavors to try on this day.
Donut holidays are a fun way to enjoy this beloved treat and learn about the different types of donuts enjoyed around the world. Celebrate these delicious days by downloading our free coloring pages designed for kids and bring the joy of donuts to life with your creativity!
