Donut Miss It! Why June 6th is the Tastiest Day of the Year

Get ready, America—National Donut Day is rolling in hot and sweet on Friday, June 6, 2025, and it’s everything your sweet tooth dreams about.

From the old-school classics like powdered sugar and jelly to today’s Instagram-worthy monstrosities topped with cereal, candy bars, or bacon—this is a day that brings all generations of donut lovers together.

A Deeper Hole (In a Good Way)

You might think this day is just about indulgence (and, well, it is), but it’s also about honoring history. Back in WWI, Salvation Army volunteers known as “Donut Lassies” served donuts to boost soldiers’ spirits. That legacy was officially honored in 1938 with the launch of National Donut Day.

Tastiest Traditions

✅ Go on a Donut Run – Pick up a dozen from your favorite shop and surprise coworkers, friends, or even your mail carrier.

✅ Create a Donut Bar at Home – Frosting, sprinkles, fillings—let the donut DIY madness begin!

✅ Instagram It – Stack ’em, snap ’em, eat ’em. Make your donut moment social-media famous.

✅ Try Something New – Ever had a mochi donut? Or a savory donut sandwich? Expand those tastebuds.

Donut Forget!

The only rule on National Donut Day? There are no rules. Eat one, eat six, share them or hoard them—we won’t judge. It’s a guilt-free excuse to celebrate the most universally loved pastry with sprinkles on top.