Celebrate National Peanut Month with Festivals and Fun Facts

From peanut butter to peanut festivals, there are plenty of ways to honor this versatile legume in March.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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March is National Peanut Month, a time to celebrate one of America's favorite snack foods. With peanut consumption reaching 7.9 pounds per capita in 2021, there's plenty to enjoy about this versatile legume. From peanut butter to peanut festivals, there are many ways to join the celebration this month.

Why it matters

Peanuts are a nutritional powerhouse, providing 8 grams of protein per ounce, more than any other nut. As a legume that grows underground, peanuts are also high in antioxidants. Celebrating National Peanut Month helps raise awareness of the health benefits and versatility of this beloved snack.

The details

National Peanut Month features several key events, including National Peanut Butter Lovers Day on March 1st and National Peanut Butter Day on January 24th. The Peanut Proud Peanut Festival is also taking place on March 28th in Blakely, Georgia, offering a chance for peanut enthusiasts to come together and enjoy this versatile legume.

  • March is National Peanut Month.
  • National Peanut Butter Lovers Day is on March 1st.
  • National Peanut Butter Day is on January 24th.
  • The Peanut Proud Peanut Festival is on March 28th in Blakely, Georgia.

The players

National Peanut Board

An organization that promotes the consumption and health benefits of peanuts.

Peanut Institute

A non-profit organization that provides research and education about the nutritional value of peanuts.

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What they’re saying

“Peanut consumption increased to 7.9 pounds per capita in 2021.”

— National Peanut Board (southeastagnet.com)

“Peanuts provide a whopping 8 grams of protein per ounce, more than any other nut.”

— Peanut Institute (southeastagnet.com)

What’s next

The Peanut Proud Peanut Festival in Blakely, Georgia on March 28th will offer a chance for peanut enthusiasts to celebrate National Peanut Month with food, music, and other festivities.

The takeaway

National Peanut Month is a time to appreciate the health benefits and versatility of this beloved legume. From peanut butter to peanut festivals, there are plenty of ways for Americans to join the celebration and learn more about the nutritional power of peanuts.