National Egg Day is on Thursday, June 3, 2027, and it falls on June 3 every year. It celebrates one of the most versatile foods in the kitchen, scrambled, poached, baked or boiled. It’s a good excuse to try a new egg dish.
When Is National Egg Day?
It’s always June 3. It’s an unofficial food day, not a federal holiday.
Who Started National Egg Day?
No founder or start year has been documented.
Why Celebrate Eggs?
Eggs are a staple in most American kitchens. Americans ate an estimated 274 eggs per person in 2024, according to USDA figures cited by the Congressional Research Service.
They’ve also been in the news. Bird flu has hit flocks hard: by May 2025, it had affected 173 million birds since February 2022, the CRS reports. The national average price for a dozen eggs hit a record $6.23 in March 2025, then eased.
The day is a chance to appreciate a versatile, everyday protein and the farmers who produce it. Eggs show up at every meal, from breakfast scrambles to dinner frittatas and dessert custards.
They also do a lot of quiet work in baking. Eggs bind batters, help cakes rise and give custards their silky set.
How to Celebrate National Egg Day
- Master one technique: practice a soft scramble over low heat, stirring constantly.
- Make a frittata: use up leftover vegetables, cheese and herbs in one pan.
- Try shakshuka: poach eggs in spiced tomato sauce and serve with bread.
- Boil a batch: hard-cook a dozen for quick breakfasts and snacks this week.
- Bake with eggs: whip egg whites into meringue or a light angel food cake.
- Visit a farm stand: buy eggs from a local farm and compare yolk colors.
- Make deviled eggs: mash yolks with mayo, mustard and paprika for an easy party snack.
Egg Safety Basics
Keep eggs at 40°F or below in their carton, in the coldest part of the fridge rather than the door, the USDA says. Raw eggs in the shell keep 3 to 5 weeks. Hard-cooked eggs should be eaten within a week.
Cook eggs until both the white and yolk are firm. Casseroles and other egg dishes should reach 160°F.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are U.S. eggs refrigerated?
U.S. eggs are washed and sanitized to reduce contamination. Once cold, an egg left out can “sweat,” which helps bacteria move inside, so the USDA says to keep them refrigerated.
How long can eggs sit out?
Refrigerated eggs shouldn’t be left out more than 2 hours, according to the USDA.
Can you freeze raw eggs in the shell?
No. The USDA says not to freeze eggs in their shells. Beat them first and freeze in a covered container.