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National Macadamia Nut Day

Celebrate National Macadamia Nut Day with the most delicious recipes - from crunchy snacks to decadent desserts, there's something for everyone!

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September 2026

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

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YEARLY DATESeptember 4

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYSnacks

INTRO

Introduction

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Celebrate National Macadamia Nut Day on Sept. 4 with some tasty treats! This day is celebrated in honor of the delicious nut, which has been enjoyed for centuries by people all over the world. The macadamia tree originated in Australia and was introduced to Hawaii in 1882, where it quickly became a popular crop and part of their economy. Nowadays we can find these crunchy nuts across many countries around the globe!

TIMELINE

National Macadamia Nut Day Timeline

Discovery of Macadamia Nut

British colonists discover the macadamia nut in Australia and named it after scientist and politician, John Macadam.

Macadamia in Hawaii

The macadamia nut was introduced to Hawaii by William H. Purvis who planted seeds at Kapulena on the Big Island.

Commercial Production Begins

Ernest Van Tassel starts a macadamia nut processing factory, marking the beginning of the commercial macadamia nut industry.

Official State Nut

The macadamia nut was declared the official state nut of Hawaii, reflecting its cultural and economical importance to the state.

Macadamia Nut Flowering Phenomenon

Scientists discovered the 'mass flowering' phenomenon where a large number of macadamia trees flower at the same time, greatly increasing production.

Recognition of National Macadamia Nut Day

National Macadamia Nut Day established to celebrate the beloved nut, now observed annually on September 4.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Macadamia Nut Day

Bake a Macadamia Nut Pie

One of the best ways to celebrate National Macadamia Nut Day is to bake a pie filled with macadamia nuts. This can be a traditional pie or even a tart. Adding some chocolate chips to the mix makes it even better!

MAKE

Make Macadamia Nut Brittle

Grab some macadamia nuts and get ready for some tasty treats. Making macadamia nut brittle is an easy way to celebrate this day and enjoy a delicious snack.

CREATE

Create a Trail Mix

Mix together your favorite dried fruits and nuts - including macadamia nuts - to create a tasty trail mix perfect for snacking on the go.

PREPARE

Prepare Macadamia Nut Cookies

Combine macadamia nuts, butter, sugar, egg, flour, baking soda and salt in a bowl and bake in the oven for about 10 minutes. Enjoy warm or cold with a glass of milk.

ROAST

Roast Macadamias in the Oven

Spread shelled macadamias on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprinkle with sea salt. Roast for about 10 minutes or until golden brown for an easy and tasty snack.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Macadamia Nut Day

Macadamia nuts are versatile

Whether you use them to top salads and desserts or simply toss them into your favorite trail mix, macadamia nuts are an incredibly versatile ingredient that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. Plus, their creamy texture makes them a great substitute for other ingredients like butter or oil in baking recipes!

Macadamia nuts are delicious

Macadamia nuts have a rich, creamy flavor that makes them irresistible! They're great straight out of the bag as a snack or they can be used in recipes for added texture and flavor. Whether you prefer them roasted, salted or honey glazed, you're sure to find something to enjoy!

Macadamia nuts are healthy

These nuts are full of essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients like protein, fiber and vitamins B1 and E. Eating macadamias on a regular basis can help keep you energized throughout the day and boost your immune system!