National Punch Day

National Punch Day on September 20 is for shared bowls of punch — fruit, tea, or a party mix. Alcohol is optional and only for legal-age drinkers.

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National Punch Day - National Punch Day on September 20 is for shared bowls of punch — fruit, tea, or a party mix. Alcohol is optional and only for legal-age drinkers.

About National Punch Day

History & origins

September 20 is listed as National Punch Day. Origin is unclear. Punch as a communal drink has a long English and colonial American party history.

Why it matters

The date is a bowl drink, not a boxing holiday.

How to celebrate

Mix a fruit punch for a gathering, or keep it non-alcoholic. Label bowls if anything contains alcohol.

Facts

Punch is a shared mixed drink, historically with spice and citrus
September 20 is an informal U.S. date
The founder is undocumented

Upcoming dates

Sunday, September 20, 2026
Monday, September 20, 2027
Wednesday, September 20, 2028
Thursday, September 20, 2029
Friday, September 20, 2030

Frequently asked questions

When is National Punch Day in 2026?

National Punch Day in 2026 falls on Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Must punch have alcohol?

No.

Who started the day?

No verified founder is documented.

How do you celebrate?

Make a punch bowl.

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