National Toasted Marshmallow Day

National Toasted Marshmallow Day on August 30 is for browning a marshmallow over a fire, stove, or camp grill. It is a campfire food date, not s’mores day (a different observance on many calendars).

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National Toasted Marshmallow Day - National Toasted Marshmallow Day on August 30 is for browning a marshmallow over a fire, stove, or camp grill. It is a campfire food date, not s’mores day (a different observance on many calendars).

About National Toasted Marshmallow Day

History & origins

August 30 is the usual date for National Toasted Marshmallow Day. The named day’s founder is unclear. Marshmallow candy is industrial 20th-century food; toasting it is camp and backyard practice.

Why it matters

The date is specifically the toasted candy, not the whole s’more stack unless you choose to add it.

How to celebrate

Toast marshmallows safely over a fire or gas flame. Keep water nearby and never leave a fire unattended.

Facts

Toasting caramelizes the sugar on a marshmallow’s surface
August 30 is an informal U.S. food date
S’mores combine marshmallow with chocolate and graham cracker on other dates

Upcoming dates

Sunday, August 30, 2026
Monday, August 30, 2027
Wednesday, August 30, 2028
Thursday, August 30, 2029
Friday, August 30, 2030

Frequently asked questions

When is National Toasted Marshmallow Day in 2026?

National Toasted Marshmallow Day in 2026 falls on Sunday, August 30, 2026.

Is it s’mores day?

Not necessarily. This page is for toasted marshmallows.

Who started it?

No verified founder is documented.

How do you celebrate?

Toast marshmallows with a safe heat source.

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