National Burnt Ends Day
National Burnt Ends Day on September 1 is for the crispy, sauced cubes of brisket point associated with Kansas City barbecue. It is a regional meat date, not a generic grilling holiday.
About National Burnt Ends Day
History & origins
September 1 is listed as National Burnt Ends Day. The named day’s founder is unclear. Burnt ends as a menu item grew from Kansas City barbecue practice: the well-done, fatty point of a brisket, cubed and sauced.
Why it matters
The date isolates a specific barbecue item from generic steak or burger days.
How to celebrate
Order burnt ends from a Kansas City–style joint if you can, or cube leftover brisket point and glaze it in a pan.
Facts
- Burnt ends come from the brisket point
- Kansas City barbecue made the dish famous
- September 1 is an informal food-calendar date
Upcoming dates
- Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- Wednesday, September 1, 2027
- Friday, September 1, 2028
- Saturday, September 1, 2029
- Sunday, September 1, 2030
Frequently asked questions
When is National Burnt Ends Day in 2026?
National Burnt Ends Day in 2026 falls on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
What are burnt ends?
Cubed, sauced pieces of brisket point, a Kansas City barbecue classic.
Who started the day?
No verified founder is documented.
How do you celebrate?
Eat burnt ends from a barbecue restaurant or make a small pan at home.
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