National Lobster Day

Dive into luxury with National Lobster Day! Once considered poor man's food in colonial America, lobster has become a premium seafood delicacy. Celebrate New England's signature dish and the fishing communities that bring this ocean treasure to our tables.

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National Lobster Day - Dive into luxury with National Lobster Day! Once considered poor man's food in colonial America, lobster has become a premium seafood delicacy. Celebrate New England's signature dish and the fishing communities that bring this ocean treasure to our tables.

About National Lobster Day

History & origins

National Lobster Day is observed on September 25 and is tied to Maine’s lobster industry and seafood culture. The observance was pushed in the early 2010s by Maine’s lobster community and Senate supporters; a 2015 resolution designated September 25, 2015, as National Lobster Day, and later congressional resolutions repeated the date. The exact origin is somewhat informal in practice, but the day has become a New England-focused celebration of lobster fishing, processing, and dining.

Why it matters

National Lobster Day highlights a seafood that is economically important, especially in Maine, where lobster supports coastal jobs and local businesses. It also draws attention to sustainable fishing and the changing conditions facing lobster populations, prices, and harvests in the Gulf of Maine. For diners, it is a chance to appreciate lobster as both a regional food tradition and a premium seafood product.

How to celebrate

Enjoy a lobster roll or steamed lobster. Visit a seafood restaurant. Learn about lobster fishing and sustainability. Try cooking lobster at home. Support Maine lobster fishermen and share recipes on social media.

Facts

Maine produces over 130 million pounds of lobster annually
Lobsters can live to be over 100 years old
Lobster was once fed to prisoners and servants
Red lobster shells turn red only when cooked
The lobster industry contributes over $1 billion to Maine's economy

Upcoming dates

Friday, September 25, 2026
Saturday, September 25, 2027
Monday, September 25, 2028
Tuesday, September 25, 2029
Wednesday, September 25, 2030

Frequently asked questions

When is National Lobster Day in 2026?

National Lobster Day is on September 25, 2026. It falls on the same date each year.

What is National Lobster Day?

National Lobster Day is a food observance that celebrates lobster, especially Maine lobster and New England seafood traditions. It encourages people to enjoy lobster dishes and recognize the fishing communities behind them.

Who started National Lobster Day?

The observance was promoted by Maine lobster advocates and U.S. senators from Maine, with a 2015 resolution formally designating September 25 as National Lobster Day. Its roots are tied to Maine’s lobster industry rather than a private founder.

How do you celebrate National Lobster Day?

You can celebrate by eating a lobster roll, steamed lobster, or another lobster dish at home or at a seafood restaurant. Many people also use the day to learn about lobster fishing and support sustainable seafood.

Is National Lobster Day official or just a food holiday?

It is an observance with a formal congressional resolution, but it is still mainly a celebratory food holiday rather than a public holiday. In practice, it is most closely associated with Maine and the broader New England seafood culture.

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