National Peach Ice Cream Day

Celebrated on 07/17/2026

Quick Fact

Did you know that peach ice cream was a favorite of Thomas Jefferson? He even brought back a recipe for ice cream from France and is said to have served peach ice cream at the White House. National Peach Ice Cream Day on July 17th celebrates this deliciously fruity frozen treat.

Origins and Establishment of National Peach Ice Cream Day

National Peach Ice Cream Day is celebrated annually on July 17th. The exact origins of this food holiday are unclear, but it is believed to have been created by ice cream enthusiasts and the dairy industry to promote peach-flavored ice cream during the peak of peach season. The date was likely chosen to coincide with the height of peach harvest in many parts of the United States, making fresh peaches readily available for homemade and commercial ice cream production.

Evolution and Modern Commemoration

Over the years, National Peach Ice Cream Day has grown in popularity, with ice cream parlors, restaurants, and home cooks alike celebrating by creating their own versions of peach ice cream. Today, it is commonly observed by sharing recipes on social media, visiting local ice cream shops for special deals, and making homemade peach ice cream using fresh, ripe peaches. Some communities even host peach-themed festivals or ice cream socials to mark the occasion.

Facts & General Observations

• Peach ice cream is the third most popular fruit-flavored ice cream in the United States, after strawberry and cherry.
• Georgia, known as the "Peach State," produces over 130 million pounds of peaches annually, many of which are used in ice cream.
• The first known recipe for peach ice cream appeared in a cookbook by Mary Randolph in 1824, titled "The Virginia Housewife."

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