On what date is National Guacamole Day celebrated in the United States?

National Guacamole Day is celebrated in the United States on September 16. The date coincides with Mexican Independence Day, linking the popular avocado dip to its Mexican culinary roots.

Guacamole is based on avocado, usually mashed or ground with ingredients such as lime juice, onion, chili, cilantro, and salt. Its name comes through Spanish guacamole from the Nahuatl word ahuacamōlli, commonly interpreted as “avocado sauce” or “avocado mixture.” The dish has deep Mesoamerican roots, although modern recipes vary widely by region and household.

September 16 is not the anniversary of guacamole’s invention. It is primarily a promotional and food-observance date, and it is distinct from Mexican Independence Day itself, which commemorates the beginning of Mexico’s War of Independence in 1810. The pairing helps explain why restaurants, food brands, and media often feature guacamole on that day.

Guacamole became especially prominent in the United States as avocado availability expanded. It is now closely associated with Mexican-American cuisine, Super Bowl gatherings, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, tacos, nachos, and tortilla chips.