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Maize Day

Every year on the day after Thanksgiving, a golden, delicious tribute to the mighty kernel that fed the Americas. In 2026 it falls on November 27. All across the country, corn lovers fire up the grill, pop a fresh batch, and celebrate a plant that has been feeding people for thousands of years.

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Friday, November 27Day After Thanksgiving
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3 ways to celebrate

AT HOME

Cook a Maize-Centered Meal at Home

Build tonightu2019s dinner around corn in at least two forms, like grilled corn on the cob plus cornbread, or tacos with fresh tortillas and a side of elote-style salad. Try an heirloom variety if your market carries one, and taste how different blue, red, or glass gem corn can be.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Host a Corn Tasting with Friends

Invite friends over for a corn-themed gathering with popcorn seasonings, different salsas, and a cornbread bake-off. Ask everyone to bring a corn dish from a different tradition, from tamales to polenta to hush puppies. Share photos with #MaizeDay.

AT WORK OR SCHOOL

Share Maize Facts at Work or School

Bring a bowl of popcorn and a one-page handout of fun maize facts, like the 800-kernel ear or the six types of corn. Challenge classmates or coworkers to name all the corn products hiding in the break room, from corn syrup to corn starch.

Plan ahead

Maize Day is observed on Day after Thanksgiving. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

2026Fri, Nov 27this year
2027Fri, Nov 26
2028Fri, Nov 24
2029Fri, Nov 23
2030Fri, Nov 29
2031Fri, Nov 28
2032Fri, Nov 26
2033Fri, Nov 25
2034Fri, Nov 24
2035Fri, Nov 23
2036Fri, Nov 28

Fast facts

An average ear of corn holds about 800 kernels in 16 rows, and a cob always has an even number of rows.
Cook a dish made with corn and share it with #MaizeDay.

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