Celebrating July 7: National Macaroni Day and More
July 7 is a diverse day on the National Day Calendar, featuring a variety of unique celebrations. On this day, we observe the National Day of Rock 'n' Roll, National Dive Bar Day, National Father Daughter Take a Walk Day, National Strawberry Sundae Day, National Macaroni Day, and National Koi Day.
Spotlight on National Macaroni Day
Each year on July 7, pasta lovers across the nation dig into one of their favorite noodles on National Macaroni Day. Made with durum wheat, macaroni is a large variety of dry pasta, which typically does not contain eggs. While many people think the shape gives macaroni its name, the kind of dough used to make the noodles gives it the name. The noodle is formed into shells, spirals, straight and many other shapes, too.
And in the U.S., we like our macaroni! In fact, elbow macaroni is the most common form found in the United States. We use macaroni in many different dishes from casseroles and hot dishes to soups and salads. This versatile noodle makes prepping meals a cinch, too. Many dishes made with macaroni can be made ahead, making mealtime a lot less stressful. Using macaroni in dishes is also an excellent way to stretch a recipe to feed more people. These convenient noodles serve as a base for cheese dishes as well as meat dishes, too. So, whether you're a vegetarian or a meat lover, you can celebrate the day.
A Variety of July 7 Celebrations
Beyond pasta, July 7 offers many other ways to celebrate. July 7 is National Day of Rock 'n' Roll on the National Day Calendar and it's time to put on your dancing shoes to dance the day away! On National Day of Rock 'n' Roll we plan to help you get your groove, starting with when rock 'n' roll first hit the charts. For those looking for community, on July 7th, raise a toast to the place where friends gather and memories are made for National Dive Bar Day.
Family and health are also prioritized today. National Father Daughter Take a Walk Day is observed annually on July 7th. This day promotes the benefits of family bonding time between fathers and daughters as well as the benefits of physical activity.
If you have a sweet tooth, it is time to indulge on National Strawberry Sundae Day. Each year on this day, Americans combine vanilla or strawberry ice cream, strawberry sauce, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream. You can make several strawberry sundaes, and enjoy this delicious treat with friends and family.
Finally, we are honoring the Koi fish today! Today is July 7 and National Koi Day on the National Day Calendar. Join us as we learn about the colorful Koi fish and celebrate the life of Hanako, the world's oldest Koi fish.
Summary of July 7 Observances
- National Macaroni Day: A day for pasta lovers to enjoy dishes made from durum wheat noodles.
- National Day of Rock 'n' Roll: A time to put on dancing shoes and celebrate the history of rock music.
- National Dive Bar Day: A day to raise a toast to local gathering spots and shared memories.
- National Father Daughter Take a Walk Day: A day promoting family bonding and the benefits of physical activity.
- National Strawberry Sundae Day: A day to indulge in ice cream, strawberry sauce, and fresh strawberries.
- National Koi Day: A day to honor the colorful Koi fish and celebrate the legacy of Hanako.
How to Observe National Macaroni Day
To participate, make your favorite dish using macaroni noodles! Whether it's hot or cold, it won't matter as long as it's delicious. And when you're using macaroni, you really can't go wrong. Share your recipes using #NationalMacaroniDay and join the conversation. National Day Calendar continues researching the origins of this delicious food holiday.