National Pizza Party Day
May 16, Friday
History of the holiday
Although the exact origin is unknown, National Pizza Party Day emerged as part of the culture of office parties and student gatherings in the US. Pizza was considered the perfect party food: simple, tasty, affordable, and suitable for large groups.
How the holiday is celebrated
Today, this day is actively celebrated in schools, workplaces, restaurants, and even at home. Typical ways to celebrate include:
- Hosting a pizza party with friends or colleagues
- Ordering pizza from a favorite pizzeria
- Making homemade pizza with family
- Holding a topping contest
- Watching movies together while eating pizza
Interesting facts about pizza
- Over 3 billion pizzas are consumed annually in the US
- The most popular topping is pepperoni
- The first pizza vending machine appeared in Italy but became popular in the US
Why celebrate this day?
Pizza brings people together, and the holiday is a great reason to take a break, have fun, and enjoy a favorite dish. Even if you're not in the US, it's easy to host your own Pizza Party Day.