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National Lemon Juice Day

Celebrate National Lemon Juice Day with a refreshing glass of lemonade and a twist of fun - the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day!

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August 2026

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

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YEARLY DATEAugust 29

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYFruit

INTRO

Introduction

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Celebrate National Lemon Juice Day on August 29th with a refreshing, tart treat! Lemons have been used in cooking and medicine for centuries. Ancient Egyptians believed lemons were an antidote to all poisons, while ancient Chinese herbalists used it as a cure-all. Today we know that lemon juice is high in vitamin C and citric acid which makes it perfect for adding flavor to your favorite dishes or drinks. So grab some lemons and get ready to celebrate this special day!

TIMELINE

National Lemon Juice Day Timeline

Lemon Cultivation Starts

The cultivation of lemons, which would eventually lead to the creation of lemon juice, began in earnest in Persia, Ancient Rome and Ancient Greece.

Lemons in America

On his second voyage to the Americas, Christopher Columbus brought lemon seeds with him, introducing lemons on the new continent.

Lemons Against Scurvy

James Lind, a Scottish physician, conducted experiments indicating that lemon juice could be used to prevent scurvy.

Commercial Lemonade

William Henry Duffy and William son’s Coffee house in Paris gained fame for selling a form of lemonade from a highly concentrated juice they called 'lemon squash'.

Lemon Juicers Patented

The first electric citrus juicer was patented, providing an easy method to extract lemon juice.

National Lemon Juice Day

National Lemon Juice Day was first observed, celebrating the versatile and healthful properties of lemon juice.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Lemon Juice Day

Make a lemonade stand

Gather up some lemons, sugar, and water and make your own lemonade to sell. Set up a stand in your neighborhood or at a local park and let the lemon love flow.

CREATE

Create a lemon juice cocktail

Mix up some of your favorite liquors with some fresh squeezed lemon juice for a unique twist on classic cocktails.

BAKE

Bake something with lemon juice

Lemon juice makes the perfect ingredient to add to cakes, cupcakes, pies and other treats that could use a little tartness.

CLEAN

Clean with lemon juice

Lemon juice can be used as an all natural way to clean surfaces such as countertops and cutting boards. It's also great for removing hard water stains from glassware.

DRINK

Drink it straight

Something as simple as drinking a glass of freshly squeezed lemon juice can do wonders for your health. It helps improve digestion, boost metabolism and is loaded with vitamin C.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Lemon Juice Day

Lemon juice can be used for cleaning, too

Believe it or not, lemon juice is an amazing way to clean around the house. Its acidic properties make it perfect for cutting through dirt and grime - just mix one part water with two parts lemon juice and voila! You've got yourself a powerful, all-natural cleaning solution.

Lemon juice is healthy

Lemon juice is full of vitamins and antioxidants that are great for your overall health. It can help to boost your immune system, fight inflammation and even aid in digestion. Drinking one glass of freshly-squeezed lemon juice a day can make a huge difference in your health!

Lemon juice has many culinary uses

Lemon juice is not only healthy but also incredibly versatile in the kitchen. You can use it to marinate meat, add flavor to baked goods or to brighten up salads and other dishes with its unique tangy taste. And since it's naturally low in calories, you can feel good about adding more lemon to your recipes!