December is the month for a few food holidays that focus on cookies and sweet treats, so it’s probably no surprise that National Hot Cocoa Day is right in the thick of it on Dec. 13.
Not to be confused with the totally different National Hot Chocolate Day on Jan. 31, National Hot Cocoa Day is a day to celebrate the powdered cocoa, sugar, and additional flavorings mix.
Here's what you can expect to seen in 2026, based on what we found for the last event.
Offers, prices, savings, and local participation may vary.
National Hot Cocoa Day is a day when restaurants offer the popular drink for free or cheap.
National Hot Cocoa Day celebrates the popular cold-weather drink with deals — such as cheap or free cups of hot cocoa.
National Hot Cocoa Day happens every year on Dec. 13.
National Hot Cocoa Day takes place every year on Dec. 13. In 2025, this food holiday is happening today, Saturday. The Dec. 13 date holds no special significance, but we’re guessing the mid-December date was picked because colder weather months are prime time for drinking hot cocoa. In 2026, this food holiday falls on Sunday, Dec. 13.
Next year, watch for Jamba to celebrate National Hot Cocoa Day with a discount on a regular size Frozen Hot Chocolate Bowl.
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