National Hot Cocoa Day 2026
Stir a mug of hot cocoa on National Hot Cocoa Day! December 13 is commonly used for cocoa made with cocoa powder or melted chocolate and milk — a non-alcoholic winter drink day.
About National Hot Cocoa Day
History & origins
National Hot Cocoa Day / National Cocoa Day is commonly listed on December 13. It is an informal U.S. food observance, and the exact founder is unclear. Hot cocoa usually means a drink made with cocoa powder (sometimes melted chocolate) and milk or water, often topped with marshmallows or whipped cream.
Keep this page non-alcoholic. It is separate from coffee days and from International Chocolate Day in September.
Why it matters
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How to celebrate
Make cocoa from powder or a chopped chocolate bar. Add marshmallows. Try a pinch of cinnamon. Share a thermos on a cold walk.
Facts
- December 13 is a common U.S. date for National Hot Cocoa / Cocoa Day
- Hot cocoa is typically cocoa powder or chocolate with milk
- Marshmallows are a classic topping in the United States
- The food-day founder is unclear
- This page is non-alcoholic
Upcoming dates
- Sunday, December 13, 2026
- Monday, December 13, 2027
- Wednesday, December 13, 2028
- Thursday, December 13, 2029
- Friday, December 13, 2030
Frequently asked questions
When is National Hot Cocoa Day in 2026?
National Hot Cocoa Day in 2026 falls on Sunday, December 13, 2026.
Is today National Hot Cocoa Day?
No. National Hot Cocoa Day in 2026 falls on Sunday, December 13, 2026, not today.
Is hot cocoa the same as hot chocolate?
People use the names loosely; cocoa often implies powder-based drinks, while hot chocolate may mean melted chocolate. Either fits this day.
Who started the day?
The exact founder is unclear.
How do you celebrate?
Make a mug and drink it while it is still steaming.
Kids version?
Yes — it is a natural all-ages drink day.
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