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National Salami Day

Celebrate National Salami Day the right way - with delicious Italian recipes, fun activities, and lots of tasty salami!

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September 2026

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

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YEARLY DATESeptember 7

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYMeat

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to celebrate National Salami Day on September 7 with a delicious smorgasbord of cured meats! This special day has been around since the 1950s, when it was first created in honor of salami's long and storied history. From Italy to Germany and beyond, salami is one of the most popularly consumed cured meats in the world with many different types available. So don your party hats and get ready for some truly tasty festivities on National Salami Day!

TIMELINE

National Salami Day Timeline

Origins of Salami

The process of dry curing meats such as salami has origins in ancient Rome and Greece, utilizing salting and air-drying techniques.

Spread of Salami

During the 19th century, as immigration from Europe increases, salami becomes popular in other parts of the world, particularly in the United States.

Invention of National Salami Day

National Salami Day was first created in the 1950s to honor the history and popularity of salami as a favorite cured meat.

Craft Salami Movement

In the 1980s, a resurgence of interest in handmade, craft foods lead to a renaissance in artisanal salami production in the U.S.

Salami in the Digital Age

With the rise of internet food culture, ideas for celebrating National Salami Day spread online, leading to an increase in popularity of the holiday.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Salami Day

Make your own salami

Making salami is a fun, hands on activity that can be done in the comfort of your own kitchen. All you need is ground pork, salt, pepper and seasonings.

Go out for salami

Try out a new restaurant or deli that serves salami. Search online for the best places near you to get delicious salami.

THROW

Throw a salami tasting party

Invite all of your friends over for a fun night of salami tasting. Ask everyone to bring their favorite type of salami, some crackers and cheese, and have a great time trying out different types of this delicious meat.

VISIT

Visit a local meat market

Visit your local meat market to try out different types of salamis from around the world. Most local markets will have Salamis from Italy, Spain, France, Germany and more.

TAKE

Take a cooking course

Sign up for a cooking course and learn how to make your own salamis from scratch. You'll learn how to make different types of salamis and how to properly cure them at home.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Salami Day

It supports local businesses & farmers

By choosing to purchase salami from local producers and butchers, not only are you getting quality ingredients that have been raised responsibly and ethically, but also supporting small businesses within your community. This helps to create a strong local economy while promoting sustainable farming practices.

It's a flavorful and nutritious snack

Salami is packed with protein and loaded with flavor. It's a perfect snack to grab when you're on the go, as it's easy to store and even easier to eat! Plus, salami is full of vitamins and minerals that are essential for good health, making it a great option for those looking to take care of their bodies.

It's very versatile

This popular cured meat can be enjoyed in a variety of ways - think sandwiches, pizzas, pastas, salads, wraps, and more! Salami is such a delicious and all-purpose ingredient that it can be used in anything from breakfast to dinner dishes - the options are truly endless!

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