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National Chewing Gum Day

Celebrate National Chewing Gum Day with a smile! Get your favorite flavor and share it with friends, family, or just keep it all to yourself!

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September 2026

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

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YEARLY DATESeptember 30

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYCandy

INTRO

Introduction

PHOTO

Celebrate National Chewing Gum Day on Sep. 30 with a piece of your favorite gum! Did you know that chewing gum has been around for centuries, dating all the way back to ancient civilizations like Egypt and Greece? It was originally made from tree sap, but nowadays it's usually made from synthetic materials. This holiday is perfect for those who love to keep their breath fresh and get some flavor out of every day!

TIMELINE

National Chewing Gum Day Timeline

Spruce Tree Gum

John B. Curtis creates the first commercial chewing gum, named "The State of Maine Pure Spruce Gum".

Patent For Chewing Gum

William Semple files the first patent for chewing gum, patent number 98,304.

Wrigley's Gum Founded

William Wrigley Jr. founded Wrigley Company and began selling chewing gum.

"Bubble Gum" Invented

Walter Diemer invents the first successful bubble gum, named "Dubble Bubble".

Sugarless Gum Approved

The FDA approves the use of the artificial sweetener, aspartame, leading to sugar-free gum products.

National Chewing Gum Day

National Chewing Gum Day is celebrated for the first time on September 30.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Chewing Gum Day

Taste test different gums

Go to the store and buy a variety of gum flavors, then organize a taste testing party with family or friends! You can rate each flavor on a scale of 1 to 10.

MAKE

Make your own gum

You can make your own chewing gum at home with ingredients like sugar, corn syrup, gelatin, and flavoring! It's fun and easy to do.

HOST

Host a bubble blowing contest

Gather up your friends and family for a fun competition to see who can blow the biggest bubble! You can make it even more challenging by adding obstacles or making teams.

EAT

Eat some flavored gum

Create your own special treat by eating a piece of flavored gum! Try out different flavors like mint, berry, or cinnamon.

Share some with others

Spread the joy of National Chewing Gum Day by giving away pieces of gum to friends, family, co-workers, or strangers! It's a small gesture that will bring a smile to someone's face.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Chewing Gum Day

Chewing gum is convenient

It's easy to keep a few sticks of chewing gum on hand for whenever the urge strikes. Just toss out the wrapper when you're done and you'll be ready for your next piece in no time - it's the perfect snack for busy days!

Chewing gum is tasty

From fruity bubblegum to minty gumballs, there's something for everyone when it comes to chewing gum. Plus, it's a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without adding any calories!

Chewing gum can help with stress

Chewing gum is known to have a calming effect on people, so you can use it to help relieve stress and anxiety. It stimulates the production of saliva and oxygen in your mouth, which can help reduce tension in your jaw and offer some relief from mental exhaustion.