August Holidays for Work: Breakroom Snacks to Boost Employee Engagement

August might signal the wind-down of summer, but that doesn’t mean your workplace vibe has to fade. The month is full of quirky food holidays that offer easy, fun ways to brighten the office breakroom snacks and keep employees engaged during these final sunny weeks.

From watermelon treats to s’mores-inspired bites (no campfire required), these snackable moments let you sprinkle joy into the workday with minimal lift. Whether you’re refreshing your pantry lineup or planning a small team treat, this list will help you end summer on a high note. Let’s dig in!

August Holidays for Work

Here’s your guide to snackable office celebrations this month:

For the Month

• National Sandwich Month: Make your August catering theme sandwiches from around the world. Think banh mi, caprese, or your classic turkey. For a shelf-stable lunch option, Uncrustables are always a hit. Did you know, NFL teams go through anywhere from 3,600 to 4,300 Uncrustables a week? They provide a solid balance of carbohydrates, fats, and a bit of protein, crucial for fueling athletes and your team.
• National Peach Month: There are so many ways to enjoy peaches. You could stock fresh peaches in your office fruit station, or get creative with pantry and fridge upgrades like Hint Peach water, Chobani Peach Yogurt, Just Iced Tea Peach Oolong, or SmartSweets Peach Rings for a fun, peachy twist.
• Intersectionality Awareness Month: Stock snacks that reflect and support intersectionality, like Pipcorn, a Black-owned, woman-owned, LGBTQIA+-owned brand that’s changing the snack game. Pair these with a short TED Talk or article share to spark meaningful conversations on inclusivity and representation in the workplace.

Day-Specific Celebrations

• August 1: National Spritz Day
  You likely already have sparkling water on hand—whether that’s LaCroix, Bevi, or both. Just add a splash of prosecco and you’ve got an instant spritz bar to toast National Spritz Day.
• August 2: National Ice Cream Sandwich Day
  Stock up on ice cream sandwiches, including So Delicious Dairy Free Coconut Milk Mini Ice Cream Sandwiches, for an easy, crowd-pleasing treat that beats the heat.
• August 3: National Watermelon Day
  Nothing says summer like watermelon. Add a splash of summer to your sustainable breakroom with Bevi’s watermelon flavor, or stock watermelon-flavored Celsius or Aspire energy drinks for a summer-forward boost.
• August 4: National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day
  On a day like this, the first instinct is to go classic with Famous Amos cookies (always a great choice), but if you're looking to mix it up here are a few ideas: Pure Protein Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars for a high protein snack for the office or MadeGood Chocolate Chip Granola Minis that pack the nutrients of one full serving of vegetables.
• August 6: National Root Beer Float Day
  Go all out with a DIY float bar, or try a dirty soda bar—this TikTok-famous Utah trend mixes soda with cream and flavored syrups (you likely have everything at your office coffee station). Stick with classic root beer or go probiotic with Olipop or Poppi.
• August 10: National S’mores Day
  Skip the campfire and celebrate with s’mores-inspired snacks like Kodiak Cakes Chewy Granola Bars or Pop-Tarts Frosted S’Mores for a fun, nostalgic twist.
• August 18: National Fajita Day
  Go big by catering in fajitas from a local restaurant, or keep it simple with Quest Nutrition Tortilla Style Protein Chips in Loaded Taco for that fajita-inspired flavor.
• August 19: National Potato Day
  This is your sign to grab a bag of chips. Stock up on options like Siete Foods Kettle Cooked Potato Chips, The Good Crisp Company Potato Crisps, Food Should Taste Good Sweet Potato Chips, Kettle Brand Backyard Barbeque, or a Popchips Variety Pack.
• August 20: National Lemonade Day
  Celebrate with sweet, summery sips and skip the sugar overload. SunPax Classic Lemonade is a great lower-sugar option, while Bai São Paulo Strawberry Lemonade and Lemon Perfect Just Lemon bring a fresh, citrusy boost.
• August 21: National Sweet Iced Tea Day
  Nothing says summer like a cold glass of sweet tea. Stock nostalgic picks like AriZona Green Tea with Ginseng and Honey or Seven Teas Georgia Peach Iced Tea, and add fresh twists with Swoon Raspberry Tea and Just Ice Tea Half Tea & Half Lemonade for that perfect sunny sip.
• August 22: World Plant Milk Day
  You likely already have almond, oat, or soy milk at your coffee station, so use today as a reason to spotlight these more sustainable milk choices. Plant-based milks generally use less water, land, and energy to produce compared to dairy, making them a simple switch that supports your office’s environmental goals.
• August 26: Women’s Equality Day
  Mark the day by spotlighting women leaders in your company and stocking snacks from woman-owned office snack brands like The Good Bean for plant-powered crunch, Poppi for gut-friendly sodas, and SmartSweets for candy without the sugar crash.
• August 27: National Peach Day  
  Celebrate with fresh peaches or fun pantry picks like Hint Peach water, Chobani Peach Yogurt, or SmartSweets Peach Rings for a sweet, summery boost.
• August 27: National Banana Lovers Day
  Bananas are the #1 office snack, so why not have a little fun with them? Stock treats like Love + Chew Banana Bread Cookies, MadeGood Chocolate Banana Granola Minis, Verb Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Energy Bars, or Barnana Organic Plantain Chips for a salty-sweet twist.
• August 28: National Burger Day
  Cater in burgers for the team and pair them with pantry staples like Kettle Brand Backyard Barbeque Chips for that perfect burger-side crunch.
• August 31: Eat Outside Day
  Take lunch al fresco and give the team a reason to step away from their desks. Pair it with simple picnic-ready snacks like trail mix, chips, or fresh fruit for an easy outdoor win.
• August 31: National Trail Mix Day
  Stock up on breakroom favorites like Kar’s Nuts Trail Mix, Sahale Classic Fruit + Nut, or WildRoots Coastal Berry for an easy, grab-and-go snack that keeps energy up.

Conclusion

With 18 snackable holidays on the calendar, August is packed with easy wins for workplace engagement. Whether you’re switching up the snack shelf, bringing in a local lunch, or setting up a quick DIY station, these moments turn the everyday into something worth celebrating. As summer winds down, use these ideas to keep the breakroom fresh, fun, and full of connection.