If you are a fan of hamburgers , then Wednesday, May 28, is a good day to grab one – it's National Hamburger Day.

No one knows how May 28 became the unofficial hamburger holiday, according to the National Day Calendar , but its proximity to Memorial Day and the outdoor grilling season could be a reason.

Hamburgers don't really need a special day as they are a staple of dining out and eating at home. Americans eat an estimated 50 billion burgers . The average U.S consumer eat 26 burgers per year from restaurants, drive-throughs and other food service operations, according to Circana , based on research from the 12 months ending March 2025.

Burgers and cheeseburgers, are among America's favorite entrées, according to YouGov's regularly updated list of The Most Popular American

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