National Quesadilla Day
September 25
About National Quesadilla Day
National Quesadilla Day is celebrated every year on 25 September. It honours one of Mexico’s best-loved dishes: the humble quesadilla, a folded tortilla filled with melted cheese and an endless variety of additions. The day was established in 2020 and falls during National Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States.
How to Celebrate National Quesadilla Day
The quesadilla is endlessly adaptable, which makes this one of the most enjoyable food days to mark. Here are eight ways to join in.
- Make your own from scratch – Fold a tortilla around plenty of good melting cheese, cook it on a hot griddle until golden, and enjoy the simplest version of the classic.
- Experiment with fillings – Add grilled chicken, steak, mushrooms, peppers, beans or spinach to build a quesadilla that suits your taste.
- Go traditional with Oaxacan cheese – Seek out authentic Mexican cheeses such as Oaxaca or Chihuahua for a stringy, genuine melt.
- Host a quesadilla bar – Lay out tortillas, cheeses, fillings and salsas and let friends and family assemble their own creations.
- Visit a Mexican restaurant – Support a local taqueria or Mexican kitchen and try their take on the dish, perhaps with a side of guacamole.
- Whip up the perfect dips – Serve your quesadillas with fresh salsa, sour cream and homemade guacamole. If you love avocado, you might also enjoy National Guacamole Day earlier in September.
- Try a sweet version – Fill a tortilla with chocolate, fruit or cinnamon for a dessert quesadilla that brings something different to the table.
- Share your creations online – Photograph your finished quesadilla and post it to inspire others to get cooking.
What is National Quesadilla Day?
National Quesadilla Day is a food holiday celebrating the quesadilla, a Mexican dish made by folding a tortilla around cheese and other fillings before grilling or frying it. The day invites food lovers across the United States to appreciate the dish’s rich heritage and its versatility, whether enjoyed as a quick snack, a hearty meal or a sharing plate. It is embraced by home cooks, restaurants and Mexican food brands alike.
When is National Quesadilla Day?
National Quesadilla Day falls on Friday, 25 September 2026. It is observed on the same fixed date every year, placing it firmly within National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from 15 September to 15 October.
The History of National Quesadilla Day
The quesadilla itself has a long history that reaches back to the sixteenth century. After Spanish settlers arrived in Mexico, the existing tradition of corn tortillas combined with newly introduced cheeses gave rise to the dish we know today. Classic Mexican quesadillas were made by folding a corn tortilla around melting cheese, often Oaxacan, and cooking it on a hot griddle known as a comal.
The modern awareness day is far more recent. National Quesadilla Day was founded by V&V Supremo Foods, Inc., a Chicago-based producer of authentic Mexican foods including its award-winning Chihuahua brand cheese. The company applied to formalise the celebration, and on 10 September 2020 the Registrar at the National Day Calendar proclaimed National Quesadilla Day to be observed annually on 25 September.
V&V Supremo deliberately positioned the day within National Hispanic Heritage Month, tying the celebration of the quesadilla to a wider recognition of Hispanic and Mexican culture and cuisine in the United States.
Fun Facts About National Quesadilla Day
- The word quesadilla comes from “queso”, the Spanish word for cheese.
- The dish dates back to the sixteenth century, when Spanish settlers introduced cheese to Mexico’s tortilla tradition.
- National Quesadilla Day was proclaimed by the National Day Calendar on 10 September 2020.
- The day was founded by V&V Supremo Foods, maker of Chihuahua brand quesadilla cheese.
- It is deliberately scheduled within National Hispanic Heritage Month.
- In parts of Mexico City, a “quesadilla” can traditionally be ordered with or without cheese, a point of friendly national debate.
Why National Quesadilla Day Matters
Beyond simply being delicious, the quesadilla represents centuries of culinary exchange and the enduring influence of Mexican food around the world. Celebrating it supports local restaurants and food businesses, brings people together around shared cooking, and offers a tasty way to recognise Hispanic heritage and tradition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Quesadilla Day?
It is an annual food holiday celebrating the quesadilla, a Mexican dish of cheese and fillings folded inside a grilled tortilla.
When is National Quesadilla Day in 2026?
It takes place on Friday, 25 September 2026, and is observed on the same date every year.
Who created National Quesadilla Day?
It was founded by V&V Supremo Foods and proclaimed by the National Day Calendar in 2020.
Spread the Word
Join the celebration and share your best quesadilla photos on social media with #NationalQuesadillaDay and #NationalQuesadillaDay2026. Tag your friends and challenge them to cook up their own!
Related Awareness Days
- National Guacamole Day – The perfect dip to serve alongside your quesadillas, celebrated earlier in September.
- World Kebab Day – Another globally loved handheld favourite worth celebrating.
- National Chocolate Eclair Day – One for those who like to round off a meal with something sweet.
Links
- Read more about National Quesadilla Day at National Day Calendar
- Explore more awareness days at AwarenessDays.com
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