National Cereal Day

Start your day right with National Cereal Day! This beloved breakfast staple has been fueling mornings for over a century, from simple oats to colorful, crunchy varieties. Whether you prefer healthy whole grains or sweet treats, cereal brings nostalgia and convenience to the most important meal of the day.

History & Origins

Food-related celebrations often emerge from cultural traditions, marketing campaigns by food industries, or grassroots movements by food enthusiasts.

Why It Matters

Food celebrations promote culinary diversity, support local agriculture, and bring people together through shared dining experiences.

How to Celebrate

Try a new cereal variety you've never had before. Make homemade granola or cereal from scratch. Have cereal for dinner - it's not just for breakfast! Create cereal-inspired treats like cereal bars or cookies. Share your favorite childhood cereal memories on social media.

Fun Facts

• Americans eat about 2.7 billion boxes of cereal each year
• Corn Flakes were invented by accident in 1894
• The average American eats 160 bowls of cereal per year
• Cheerios was the first ready-to-eat cereal
• Cereal was originally marketed as a health food