National Red Wine Day

National Red Wine Day on August 28 is a color-specific wine date, separate from National Wine Day (May 25 on this site). Drink only if you are of legal age; skip it if you do not drink.

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National Red Wine Day - National Red Wine Day on August 28 is a color-specific wine date, separate from National Wine Day (May 25 on this site). Drink only if you are of legal age; skip it if you do not drink.

About National Red Wine Day

History & origins

August 28 is listed as National Red Wine Day on popular calendars. It is unofficial. This site already has National Wine Day in May; the August date is the red-wine-specific observance, not a merge.

Why it matters

Splitting red wine from generic wine day matches how people actually search.

How to celebrate

If you drink legally, open a red you already like, or taste two inexpensive bottles side by side. Non-drinkers can cook with grape juice reductions without calling it wine day.

Facts

This date is for red wine, not all wine
National Wine Day is a different page on May 25
The August 28 label is informal

Upcoming dates

Friday, August 28, 2026
Saturday, August 28, 2027
Monday, August 28, 2028
Tuesday, August 28, 2029
Wednesday, August 28, 2030

Frequently asked questions

When is National Red Wine Day in 2026?

National Red Wine Day in 2026 falls on Friday, August 28, 2026.

Is it National Wine Day?

No. Wine Day is May 25 here; this page is red wine on August 28.

Who started it?

No verified founder is documented.

Must I drink?

No.

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