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National Pizza Month takes over the calendar every October, inviting everyone to indulge in one of the world’s most beloved foods. From classic pepperoni to gourmet vegetarian, there’s a slice for every palate. Preheat your oven, order from your favorite local spot, or try crafting your own masterpiece to celebrate!
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National Pizza Month timeline
Indiana pizza shop owner Gerry Durnell published a magazine called "Pizza Today" and declared October as National Pizza Month.
America got its first pizzeria when Lombardi's opened a joint on Spring Street in Manhattan. It's still there.
The word "pizza" first appears in a Latin text written by someone in what is now central Italy.
The ancient Greeks were known to bake bread, dunk it in oil, then top it with herbs and cheese.
Humans have been using toppings to flavor baked bread since the Neolithic Age, which spans many thousands of years, beginning about 10,000 BC.
National Pizza Month FAQs
When is National Pizza Month?
National Pizza Month 2026 runs throughout October, from Thursday, October 1, to Saturday, October 31. It’s a full 31 days dedicated to enjoying slices of cheesy goodness.
How many pizzas are eaten in the U.S. each year?
Americans consume approximately 3 billion pizzas annually, with roughly 350 slices eaten every second. This staggering figure highlights pizza’s status as a beloved staple in the American diet.
Who invented pizza?
While flatbreads with toppings have existed for millennia, modern pizza as we know it originated in Naples, Italy. Raffaele Esposito is often credited with creating the Margherita pizza in 1889 for Queen Margherita of Savoy.
What are the most popular pizza toppings?
Pepperoni consistently ranks as the most popular pizza topping in the United States, followed closely by plain cheese, sausage, mushrooms, and onions. These classic choices dominate menus nationwide.
National Pizza Month Activities
Make your own pizza pie
Pizza is fun to eat and to share. So why not share in the fun of making one together with family or friends? It will be fresh and tasty — and right out of the oven!
Tip your pizza delivery person
They work hard to get our pizzas to us fast, fresh and delicious. If you open the box and the cheese is still a-bubblin,' then be sure to give the delivery person a solid tip for the swift and stellar service.
Treat the team!
One of America's most cherished traditions is going out for pizza with the kids' sports team. Your local pizza place will appreciate it, and the kids will have a good ol' time!
5 Chewy Pizza Facts
Americans eat a whole lotta pizza
According to Pizza.com, 94 percent of Americans eat pizza at least once a month. That adds up to about 45 slices per person per year.
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In 2009, Mamma Mia! Pizza Kitchen in Levelland, Texas, created a Rattlesnake Pizza in honor of National Pizza Month.
Just one slice for me, please
The world's largest pizza was baked in 2012 in Rome, Italy. It measured 13,570 square feet.
None for me, please
Nino's Bellissima pizzeria in New York City is known for selling a caviar pizza that costs $1,000.
Eat pizza everyday
A survey released by California Pizza Kitchen found that 20 percent of Americans would choose pizza if they were forced to eat just one food for the rest of their lives.
Why We Love National Pizza Month
Pizza is ridiculously, deliciously yummy
Few foods offer the kind of delectable dining experience as pizza. Keep your fancy-schmancy restaurants with their hoity-toity menus. Give us a real treat — a melty slice of hot, cheesy pizza!
National Pizza Month is for all of us
One of the great things about pizza culture is that it inspires competition. Every town from Cheyenne to Cherbourg has a whole host of pizza joints. There's something for everybody!
Pizza dining is communal
Unlike other dining experiences in which people order different things form the menu, pizza dining requires cooperation. Pepperoni or pineapple? Extra mozzarella or a thin layer of Parmesan and Romano? Let's vote. Then let's eat!
