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National Stuffing Day

Celebrate National Stuffing Day with the family - delicious recipes and cozy moments await!

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

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YEARLY DATENovember 21

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYSide Dishes

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to stuff your face with delicious stuffing on National Stuffing Day, November 21! Celebrating this holiday is a great way to bring friends and family together for an enjoyable meal. It’s believed that the tradition of stuffing dates back thousands of years and has become one of the most popular dishes during Thanksgiving in America. Whether it's savory or sweet, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating the perfect stuffing recipe.

TIMELINE

National Stuffing Day Timeline

Stuffing's Ancient Beginnings

The practice of stuffing foods, particularly poultry and vegetables, has its basis in ancient cooking techniques.

Stuffing in Pilgrim Meals

Early settlers in America are believed to have included stuffing in their meals, possibly influenced by Native American cuisine.

Turkey and Stuffing Tradition

In the 1800s, the tradition of stuffing turkeys for Thanksgiving takes hold in the United States, making it a staple of the holiday meal.

Introduction of Boxed Stuffing

In 1972, Stove Top introduced boxed stuffing, giving home cooks a convenient option for a side dish that traditionally took hours to prepare.

Variations and Innovation

The 1980s saw increased interest in variations on traditional stuffing recipes and more gourmet options, including additions like wild rice, chestnuts, and oysters.

National Stuffing Day Celebration

National Stuffing Day started being celebrated in the early 2000s as a way to honor this beloved side dish ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Stuffing Day

Bake your own stuffing

Making stuffing is not as hard as it seems. Get your hands on some stale bread, mix in an egg, spices and other ingredients and get to baking.

ORDER

Order a special stuffing

See if there's any restaurants near you that offer specialty stuffings for National Stuffing Day. From savory to sweet, there's something for everyone.

HOST

Host a stuffing tasting party

Get friends together and have each person bring their own version of stuffing to the party. Have everyone vote on their favorite one at the end.

WATCH

Watch a movie about stuffing

From “The Great British Baking Show” to “Ratatouille”, there are plenty of movies out there about stuffing and baking that you can watch with friends.

TAKE

Take a cooking lesson

Search out your local cooking school and sign up for a course on cooking stuffings. Learn how to make the perfect stuffing every time.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Stuffing Day

Stuffing is customizable

The great thing about making stuffings from scratch is that you get to customize it however you'd like. Use different types of bread for a unique flavor or get creative with your seasonings to really make the dish stand out! Stuffing is your canvas - so go ahead and get creative!

Stuffing is delicious

Stuffing is a classic holiday dish that can be made in many different ways. From traditional recipes like sage and sausage stuffing to more creative options like cornbread and wild mushroom stuffing, it's impossible not to appreciate the savory flavors of this side dish!

Stuffing is easy to make

You don't have to be a culinary expert to make an amazing stuffing. In most cases, all you need are some pre-made bread crumbs, vegetables, herbs and broth - plus, the whole thing can often be thrown together in just a few minutes!

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