National Pizza Day (February 9)
Check out the weird holiday National Pizza Day on February 9. Learn the history of National Pizza Day, and get ideas on how to celebrate.

One weird holiday on February 9 is National Pizza Day. Check out the other weird February holidays!
History of National Pizza Day
A weird and strange holiday that celebrates pizza? Count us in! Whether you like deep dish, stuffed crust, or any other kind, pizza is one of the top American favorites.
Flatbreads with toppings have been eaten by the ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians, but the idea of pizza as we kind of know it didn’t come around until the 1700s in Naples, Italy.
At the time, Naples was its own kingdom, and it was filled with poor day laborers (called lazzaroni). They needed food they could eat quickly and get back to work, and flatbread with toppings like cheese, oil, anchovies, and more fit the bill.
The first pizzeria, called Antica Pizzeria, opened in 1738 in Naples.
Italy didn’t become a united country until 1861, and then Naples itself remained unvisited by royaty until 1889. Queen Margherita fell in love with pizza mozerrella and requested it frequently while there. This is how the Margherita pizza (soft white cheese, green basil, and red tomatores) got its name.
Pizza didn’t expand outside of Naples until the 1940s and after WWII, when Italian immigrants began to share their lunches with their new coworkers in the United States.
In spite of that, the first pizzeria in the United States was actually opened in 1895 (or 1905) in New York City. It was called Lombardi’s, and it is still in business today in Little Italy in Manhattan!
In 1943, Pizzeria Uno in Chicago invented the deep dish pizza. Then in 1958, Pizza Hut was foundedin Wichita, Kansas.
The most popular pizza topping is pepperoni and is ordered on more than 1/3 of all pizza orders.
Over 3 billion pizzas are sold in the United States every year, with another billion being frozen. On average, Americans eat 23 pounds of pizza per person every year.
Ideas for National Pizza Day
Order out a pizza, or make one of these delicious recipes!
Easy Pepperoni Pizza Muffins Kids Can Make
Kids will love helping make dinner with this simple recipe for easy pepperoni pizza muffins! They take less than five minutes to put together, and are a quick lunch for National Pizza Day.
Savory Italian pizza donuts!
Pizza donuts are going to be your new favorite type of donut for National Pizza Day! This savory Italian recipe turns out doughnuts that taste like a light and airy mini pizza, but be sure to use the right ingredients!
Huevos Rancheros Mexican Breakfast Pizza
~ If you love huevos rancheros and other Mexican-inspired breakfast recipes, this is the next one to try for breakfast on National Pizza Day! Bursting with delicious Mexican flavors and loaded with protein and antioxidant-rich veggies, it’s a hearty power breakfast that’ll keep you fueled up all morning! Easily scalable for just one or a whole family … and even a Cinco de Mayo brunch bash! ~
Grilled Pizza with Arugula Pesto, Corn and Ham
This perfect National Pizza Day pizza is packed with the deliciousness of grilling and the inventive flavor combination of arugula, pesto and ham.
Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pizza
Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pizza ~ Flaky Crescent Rolls Piled with Cream Cheese, Buffalo Chicken, Lettuce, Cheese and Blue Cheese Dressing! A perfect snack or lunch for National Pizza Day.
Homemade Caprese Pizza Recipe
Caprese Pizza is a fun way to enjoy the traditional fresh, delicious flavors of a caprese salad as the main dish on National Pizza Day. You can make this pizza on a traditional pizza crust, or a cauliflower pizza crust to keep it low carb and gluten free.
Greek Pizza
Lighten up your lunch or dinner routine on National Pizza Day with this delicious Greek Pizza. Your favorite Greek inspired flavors of feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and arugula, are combined on a pizza for a healthy and delicious meal. This recipe takes your favorite Greek salad and adds it to pre-made pizza dough for an easy meal full of colorful ingredients.
Sausage and Mushroom {Cast Iron} Pizza
Take pizza to a whole new level on National Pizza Day using a cast-iron skillet. Sausage and Mushroom {Cast Iron} Pizza has a crispy crust with sausage, tasty mushrooms, caramelized onions, spinach, and cheese. A quick meal for all to enjoy.
Air Fryer English Muffin Pizzas
Air Fryer English Muffin Pizzas are the ultimate kid food; a mini version of their favorite dish! Here’s how to make English muffin pizzas on National Pizza Day in the air fryer so they don’t get soggy.
Spicy Shrimp Pizza - Champagne Tastes
This easy spicy shrimp pizza is made with tomato sauce, chili crisp oil, and hot (spicy) honey! It’s sweet, savory, and perfect for National Pizza Day.
One Pan Chicken Pizza (Low Carb)
This one pan chicken pizza is a simple recipe that may just be your new pizza night obsession when you give it a try on National Pizza Day.
Instant Pot Pizza Dough Recipe Easy
This Instant Pot Pizza Dough Recipe is super easy and fail proof. It has a quick prep & rise time and is perfect for Family Pizza Night or National Pizza Day.
Barbecue Chicken Pizza with Mustard Green Pesto Recipe — Registered Dietitian Columbia SC
Barbecue chicken pizza with mustard green pesto recipe! This easy pizza recipe gets an upgrade on National Pizza Day with an easy homemade mustard green pesto! It’s super simple, and packed with tons of flavor from the pesto! This recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
Strawberry Pizza Recipe
This Strawberry Pizza has a buttery sugar cookie crust, sweet cream cheese filling, fresh juicy sliced strawberries, and topped with creamy whipped topping. This delicious sweet National Pizza Day treat is always a big hit and devoured anytime it is served.
Sausage & Balsamic-Caramelized Onion Pizza - & a homemade whole wheat crust recipe
Sausage & Balsamic-Caramelized Onion Pizza is one unique and fabulously tasty pizza flavor combination! It's will become your family's favorite National Pizza Day pizza, especially with a homemade whole wheat crust.
Chile Relleno Pizza The Perfect Appetizer
This chile relleno pizza is the perfect appetizer for your Cinco de Mayo party or your National Pizza Day family celebrations. It’s like a Mexican fiesta with authentic chile relleno flavor.
Old School Cafeteria Pizza
This Old School Cafeteria Pizza recipe captures the essence of all that was good in the school cafeterias of our youth. (Cafeteria ladies not included.) A nostalgic lunch on National Pizza Day!
Spicy Vegan Buffalo Chicken Pizza with Garlic Cashew Crema
This vegan buffalo chicken pizza is topped with simple yet spicy vegan buffalo chicken (or chickpeas), red onion, sweet corn, lots of fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of garlicky cashew crema. All the toppings sit on a soft yet chewy, golden brown homemade pizza dough. Perfect for a Super Bowl Party or a fun National Pizza Day dinner.
This Guilt Free Chicken Crust Pizza Recipe is a Game Changer
No flour, bread or yeast, this keto diet friendly chicken crust pizza recipe is gluten-free, high in protein and low in carbs. Perfect to satisfy your pizza craving on National Pizza Day without feeling guilty.
Spinach And Feta Pizza - The Littlest Crumb
This spinach and feta pizza is a tasty and healthy gourmet pizza recipe for National Pizza Day. A creamy béchamel white pizza sauce base topped with fresh spinach, onions, feta, mozzarella and toasted pine nuts for an extra crunch.
Italian Salami, Apple and Blue Cheese Pizza - a Gourmet Recipe
If you love gourmet pizza but are trying to trim your budget, try this easy homemade pizza recipe on National Pizza Day. If don’t love blue cheese, use goat cheese – it’s just as delicious! The garlic oil sauce and fruity apples are the perfect match for salty meat and creamy blue cheese.
Homemade Hawaiian Pizza Recipe
Homemade Hawaiian Pizza with pineapple chunks and ham. It can't get better than that for National Pizza Day!
Lobster Flatbread is Quick and Easy
Flatbread with Lobster is special enough to serve to company on National Pizza Day, but easy enough to make for your family on a weeknight.
Vegan Pizza Rolls
Looking for a delicious and easy appetizer or fun vegan kids recipe for dinner on National Pizza Day? These vegan pizza rolls are perfect! A must-make for vegan parents looking to add something new and fun to the meal time lineup.
Homemade Pesto Pizza with Fresh Veggies
There's nothing better on National Pizza Day than fresh, homemade pizza with lots of veggies! This pesto pizza has a light, tangy sourdough pizza crust and creamy homemade pesto, then it's loaded with fresh vegetables and arugula!
My Homemade Stuffed Crust Pizza Recipe That I Make Every Friday Night
Don't order out, it's easy to make your own homemade stuffed crust pizza recipe on National Pizza Day.
Sheet Pan Pizza
No pizza stone needed! Make delicious homemade pizza on National Pizza Day with this easy sheet pan pizza recipe.
Eggs Benedict Pizza
What could be better than combining two of the best foods on Earth into an Eggs Benedict Pizza? Packed with prosciutto, hollandaise sauce, and perfectly cooked eggs, you'll fall in love with this National Pizza Day brunch pizza.
Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
Taco Bell Mexican Pizza is finally back! This Mexican Pizza Taco Bell Copy-Cat is a National Pizza Day snack that's loaded with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and cheese between tortilla shells and topped with all your favorite toppings. This pizza is made right at home in your favorite air fryer.
Low Carb Portobello Pizza Snack
Love pizza but hate the carbs? Love mushrooms on your pizza but feel like there could always be MORE mushrooms than pizza? Well this snack recipe is for YOU to enjoy on National Pizza Day.
Neapolitan Pizza
Slice into heaven on National Pizza Day when you serve this Neapolitan Pizza! You only need pizza dough, plum tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil leaves and some rich extra virgin olive oil to make this masterpiece. Forget about take-out and delivery, because this easy homemade pizza is better than anything else out there!
Chicken Pesto Caprese Pizza
This Chicken Pesto Caprese Pizza is inspired by one of the most popular recipes on this site, Pesto Caprese Penne Pasta. A delicious crust is topped with basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, shredded chicken, and cherry tomatoes. Best part is it is so simple and ready in just 30 minutes for your National Pizza Day dinner!
Dessert Pizza
Grilled Dessert Pizza is a light and tasty ending to a fabulous dinner on National Pizza Day.
The Best Mediterranean Pizza Recipe
Mediterranean pizza is the ultimate fresh family dinner, ready in 30 minutes and everyone loves it. This is a delicious homemade pizza recipe for National Pizza Day with tasty Mediterranean toppings that will knock your socks off!
Wood Fired Meatball Pizza - In The Ooni Oven
Wood fired pizza, topped with lightly spiced meatballs, mushrooms, red onion, and provolone and a rich tomato sauce, what's not to like!? Making delicious restaurant quality pizza at home on National Pizza Day isn't hard.
Easy Shawarma Pizza (Chicken or Beef)
Shawarma Pizza? Is there even such a thing? The answer is a resounding YES! Make Individual-sized Shawarma pizzas on National Pizza Day with beef or chicken shawarma and add all the Mediterranean flavors you love like Tahini Sauce, goat cheese, and Kalamata olives. Add a sprinkling of Za'atar and a drizzle of Pomegranate Molasses and dig in!
Breakfast Pizza
Bacon and eggs on a deliciously herbed Greek yogurt pizza crust! This National Pizza Day breakfast pizza takes just half an hour to make and that includes making the crust from scratch! Yup, you read that right!
Copycat Olive Garden Pizza Bowls - Noshing With the Nolands
These Copycat Olive Garden Pizza Bowls are filled with layers of Alfredo Sauce, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, meatballs, and pizza sauce. All in an edible pizza bowl. So much fun for your family on National Pizza Day and so easy to make!!
Spring Pizza with Pesto, Asparagus and Fresh Lemon Zest
Get ready for National Pizza Day dinner with this pizza that has pesto, grilled asparagus and fresh lemon zest and basil, that can be made on a pizza stone or outdoor grill.
Watermelon Pizza
Watermelon pizza is an easy snack on National Pizza Day that uses fresh watermelon slices and fun toppings like greek yogurt, whipped cream, and fresh fruit.
Muffuletta Pizza recipe
Inspired by a favorite New Orleans treats, this a Muffuletta Pizza, as it's seasoned and topped with similar ingredients to the famous and delicious sandwich by the same name. Give it a try on National Pizza Day.
Tandoori Paneer Pizza
A no-knead dough with tandoori flavors for you to enjoy on National Pizza Day.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Flatbread Pizza
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Flatbread Pizza recipe is going to be a big hit with the whole family on National Pizza Day. Using a large skillet, you are going to have dinner on the table in no time!
Double Olive Pizza with Sausage and Arugula [Sponsored Post]
This double olive pizza with sausage and arugula is a great and easy National Pizza Day dinner when you make it with store-bought pizza dough!
Fig Caramelized Onion Pizza
This fig caramelized onion pizza is full of flavor and ready in no time on National Pizza Day. You’ll love this flavor-packed pizza and be craving it all the time!
Beer Pizza Dough with Brie, Basil and Salami or Prosciutto
This homemade pizza featuring beer pizza dough is sure to satisfy any Friday night pizza craving! It’s perfect for pizza night, a casual dinner with friends on National Pizza Day, or game day party. You can even make this beer pizza crust without yeast!
Homemade Taco Pizza
Taco Pizza is the best of both delicious food worlds in one flavorful, hearty dish! Enjoy it on National Pizza Day!
Homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza
A fun twist on traditional pizza, this recipe is totally customizable to whatever ingredients you have on hand: on National Pizza Day! This can be made with leftover BBQ chicken *or* a rotisserie chicken with BBQ sauce. You can use store-bought pizza dough or the 2-ingredient pizza dough, your choice!
Easy Prosciutto Pizza
This Prosciutto Pizza with fresh mozzarella is an absolute favorite! A true treat for your taste buds on National Pizza Day. This EASY pizza recipe is ready in just over 30 minutes using homemade dough!
Pizza Fritta (Italian Street Food)
Pizza Fritta is a wonderful version of pizza with the most scrumptious flavor! This classic Italian street food from Naples will transport you directly to Italy. The undeniably authentic flavors of tomato, mozzarella and basil will have your National Pizza Day guests begging for more!
Brie, Prosciutto, and Caramelized Onion Pizza
Brie, Prosciutto and Caramelized Onion Pizza has the perfect balance of ingredients: salty prosciutto, sweet caramelized onions, and melty brie cheese all cooked to perfection on National Pizza Day.
Birria Pizza
Birria Pizza is made of layers of flour tortillas, tender beef, and lots of melted cheese. Serve on National Pizza Day with consommé for dunking. It’s a must for any meat lover.
Pizza Rustica
Pizza Rustica is a wonderful way to enjoy the combination of quiche and pizza all in one easy meal. This savory celebration of Italian flavors is usually served around Easter but you can make it for National Pizza Day!
Lasagna Pizza Recipe Homemade Meat Sauce
This Lasagna Pizza Recipe is the best of both worlds on National Pizza Day. Layers of ground beef, ricota and gooey cheese will feed your next craving.
Canadian Bacon Breakfast Pizza Recipe
This Canadian Bacon Breakfast Pizza recipe is so easy for your breakfast on National Pizza Day! This is a simple recipe your whole family will love.
Nacho Pizza
Mix up your pizza nights and National Pizza Day with this delicious Mexican nacho pizza recipe. Loaded with seasoned ground beef and topped with tortilla chips and all your favorite nacho toppings, this is one delicious piece of pie!
Whole Wheat Chorizo Spinach Skillet Pizza
Somewhere between deep dish and regular pizza, this whole wheat chorizo spinach skillet pizza starts off with a quick homemade tomato sauce and is topped with plenty of fresh cheese, spicy chorizo, spinach and onions. National Pizza Day just got a whole lot better!
Smoked Pizza
Smoked pizza is a delicious, easy tutorial for National Pizza Day that teaches you how to make smoked pizza on your smoker!
Gorgonzola Pizza With Pear And Prosciutto
Gorgonzola pizza with pears and prosciutto is a simple thin crust pizza that will definitely elevate your National Pizza Day! In this family of cheese lovers, any type of blue cheese is very popular in this house.
Spinach and Tomato White Pizza with Garlic Butter Sauce
This healthy and light spinach and tomato white pizza recipe makes a perfect National Pizza Day lunch or quick dinner!
The Best Chicken Pesto Pizza
This homemade chicken pesto pizza is the perfect addition to Friday night pizza night or National Pizza Day. With this easy homemade crust, your family will be begging for it every pizza night!
Authentic Italian Pizza Dough Recipe
This simple and quick authentic Italian pizza dough recipe will make you wish you would have discovered it earlier than your next National Pizza Day.
Mediterranean Hummus Pizza (Vegan, Gluten-free)
How about a delicious Mediterranean pizza for your next pizza National Pizza Day? Take some quintessential ingredients like olives, feta, hummus, cherry tomato, and fresh basil to turn your regular pizza night into a Mediterranean feast.
Pide Recipe - How To Make 'Turkish Pizza' • Turkey's For Life
This recipe for pide is quite simple and a fun alternative for National Pizza Day. You can make your pide fillings whilst your dough is proving. Make your fillings from meat or vegetables or a mix of both.
Apple Brie Pizza with Caramelized Shallots and Rosemary Candied Walnuts
Apple brie pizza with caramelized shallots, fig jam, and candied rosemary walnuts. This is an easy but classy meal or appetizer for National Pizza Day, combining fresh, creamy, sweet and herbal flavors.
Easy Pita Pizzas 3 Ways
Pita pizza is an easy dinner idea that will quickly become a favorite in your weekly rotation or on National Pizza Day. Try these three different vegan pita pizza varieties or customize your own with the veggies you have on hand and make a healthy and delicious dinner in no time!
BIANCA PIZZA | WHITE PIZZA
Bianca Pizza is a unique National Pizza Day white pizza that is very simple to make yet so delicious, prepared using fresh homemade dough, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, olive oil, roasted garlic, tomatoes, and basil.
Prosciutto Pizza Recipe – Oven or Grill
Crispy prosciutto, melty mozzarella, and zesty tomato sauce make for the tastiest Prosciutto Pizza. Simple, yet flavourful ingredients make this a family favourite pizza recipe on National Pizza Day.
Shortcut Grilled Chicken Pizza
Shortcut Grilled Chicken Pizza is a shortcut recipe perfect for National Pizza Day. This easy recipe for halfway homemade pizza starts with store bought pizza dough or Naan bread. Make it with Thai flavors or Southern BBQ pizza version.
One Hour Focaccia Pizza
Elevate your National Pizza Day with this Focaccia Pizza! This homemade focaccia bread crust is soft and fluffy with crispy edges, it’s easily customized with your favorite toppings, and it’s ready in one hour!
Puff Pastry Pizza - Easy 30 Minute Dinner!
Easy puff pastry pizza -- Margherita, mushroom, vegetarian or any toppings you choose! Or make puff pastry pizza bites for National Pizza Day! Read on to make this puff pastry pizza tart in 30 minutes!
Chicken Peach Ricotta Pizza with Arugula and Balsamic Glaze
Chicken Peach Ricotta Pizza with Arugula and Balsamic Glaze is bursting with flavor! The perfect combination of savory and sweet that’s not only great for dinner on National Pizza Day, but a tasty appetizer as well!
Easy Garlic Scape Pesto Pizza for a Quick Weeknight Dinner
Easy garlic scape pesto is slathered on a keto cauliflower crust, sprinkled with generous smears of goat cheese and juicy, fragrant sundried tomatoes. The easiest National Pizza Day dinner!
Fresh Fruit Pizza - Easy & Impressive!
The next time you order celebrate National Pizza Day, finish your meal with this vibrant, delicious Fresh Fruit Pizza! Easy and a stunning showstopper!
Grilled Flatbread Pizza with Pesto Tomatoes & Fresh Mozzarella
Grilled Pesto Tomato and Mozzarella Flatbread Pizza is restaurant-worthy pizza that’s so fast and easy to whip up on National Pizza Day.
Greek Lamb Pizza
Hearty, flavorful ground lamb, slow-roasted tomatoes, salty kalamata olives and feta, and Greek seasonings... The flavors of this Greek Lamb Pizza may have you dancing the kalamatiano on National Pizza Day.
Zucchini Pizza
This Baked Zucchini Pizza recipe is loved by everyone! You'll love making it for National Pizza Day, because it's healthier than normal pizza, and super quick and easy to make. It's a great summertime meal to make with fresh zucchini from our garden.
Easy Chicken Veggie Pizza for Dogs Recipe
Chicken Veggie Pizza for Dogs is a tasty National Pizza Day treat for your furry friend! The homemade crust, sweet potato pizza sauce, chicken, and vegetables are dog-friendly and healthy too. This DIY pizza for dogs is loaded with yummy toppings.
The Best BBQ Chicken Pizza
Have you ever made BBQ Chicken Pizza at home? Take this as a hint to change up your National Pizza Day with this Barbecue Chicken Pizza. The homemade crust of this chicken pizza is slathered in BBQ sauce and topped with sliced chicken, red onion, cilantro, and 2 types of cheese.
Sheet Pan Margherita Pizza
This easy Sheet Pan Margherita Pizza will be your go-to for pizza night or National Pizza Day! Use homemade or store bought dough and a few fresh ingredients!
Hot Honey Pizza with Ricotta (Gluten Free)
This Hot Honey Pizza with Ricotta and a homemade, gluten free pizza crust is great for National Pizza Day! Perfect in the oven or in your Air Fryer!
Cheeseburger Pizza
This homemade pizza recipe features the flavors of a cheeseburger! Great compromise for burger lovers on National Pizza Day.
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