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National Pastry Day

Celebrate National Pastry Day in delicious style - indulge in your favorite treats, share with friends, and discover new flavors!

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December 2026

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

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YEARLY DATEDecember 9

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYDesserts

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Introduction

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Bake up some sweet treats and celebrate National Pastry Day on December 9! This holiday has been around since the mid-1990s, when it was created to recognize the delicious pastries that have delighted us over centuries. From classic desserts like croissants and cream puffs to modern creations like cake pops and macarons, there's something for everyone to enjoy on this special day.

TIMELINE

National Pastry Day Timeline

Origin of Pastry Making

The art of pastry-making started in Europe particularly in France and Italy during the 17th century, influencing the rest of the world's pastry creation thereafter.

Debut of Austrian Pastries

August Zang, an Austrian baker, opened a bakery in Paris introducing pastries such as croissants and Madeleines to the French public.

Eclairs Entered Pastry Scene

The famous Eclair made its first appearance in France around this time and became a sensation amongst pastry lovers.

Birth of Oreo

The Oreo, a popular American sandwich cookie considered a type of pastry, was created by Nabisco and hit the market.

Cronut Craze

The Cronut, a half doughnut, half croissant creation by New York City pastry chef Dominique Ansel, brought a new trend in pastry hybrids.

National Pastry Day Established

National Pastry Day was founded in the mid-1990s to celebrate and recognize the joy and history of pastries.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Pastry Day

Bake a pastry

Head to the kitchen, pick out your favorite pastry recipe, and bake it up for National Pastry Day. Whether it is a classic croissant, a raspberry tart, or a cream puff, you are sure to have a sweet treat.

VISIT

Visit a bakery

What better way to celebrate National Pastry Day than with an array of pastries from your local bakery? From baklava to éclairs and tarts, you can have a taste of something new and delicious.

HAVE

Have a pastry party

Invite some friends over for a pastry party! Have everyone bring their favorite pastry to share and try each other's desserts. You can also make it into a competition by having everyone vote on their favorite.

Go to a cooking demonstration

Check out what's happening in your area and find out if there are any cooking demonstrations or classes that feature making pastries. You can watch experts create their own masterpieces and learn tips and tricks for making the perfect pastry.

MAKE

Make DIY pastries

Make your own version of pastries using some store bought ingredients and get creative with flavors, colors, and decorations. Have some fun with it and come up with your own creations.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Pastry Day

Pastries are easy to enjoy

One of the best things about pastries is that they don't require a lot of skill or effort to make. You can easily pick up a pre-made pastry at your local bakery or grocery store, or whip one up yourself with the help of some simple ingredients and a few minutes of time. Either way, you'll be enjoying some delicious delectability in no time at all!

Pastries are delicious

Whether it's a classic apple pie or a unique cronut, pastries are just plain delicious. They're perfect for everything from sweet snacks to light desserts, and their buttery dough and sugary fillings make them absolutely irresistible!

Pastries come in many varieties

No two pastries are the same - there are so many flavors and combinations to choose from! From savory empanadas to decadent eclairs, you can have something different every day of the week!

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