National Chop Suey Day
National Chop Suey Day on August 29 is for the Chinese American stir-fry of meat, vegetables, and a savory sauce, often served over rice or noodles. It is a diaspora dish history date, not a festival from China.
About National Chop Suey Day
History & origins
August 29 is listed as National Chop Suey Day. The named day’s founder is unclear. Chop suey became widely known in the United States through Chinese immigrant restaurants, especially in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Do not invent a single ‘inventor’ in San Francisco or New York.
Why it matters
The day is about a Chinese American menu classic, including the arguments over authenticity, not a joke spelling.
How to celebrate
Order chop suey from an American Chinese restaurant, or stir-fry leftover vegetables with a simple sauce at home.
Facts
- Chop suey is a Chinese American restaurant dish
- The name is usually linked to a Cantonese phrase for mixed leftovers
- August 29 is an informal U.S. food date
Upcoming dates
- Saturday, August 29, 2026
- Sunday, August 29, 2027
- Tuesday, August 29, 2028
- Wednesday, August 29, 2029
- Thursday, August 29, 2030
Frequently asked questions
When is National Chop Suey Day in 2026?
National Chop Suey Day in 2026 falls on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
Is chop suey from China?
It is a Chinese American restaurant dish with debated origins; it is not a single regional ‘official’ feast from China.
Who started the food day?
No verified founder is documented.
How do you celebrate?
Eat chop suey or cook a mixed stir-fry.
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