January Holidays for Work to Celebrate in Your Breakroom

January marks a fresh start, a reset button, and a chance to build momentum across your team. With wellness goals on the rise, colder temps calling for comfort, and Veganuary and Dry January shaping food and beverage habits, this month is full of meaningful opportunities to bring people together in your breakroom.

January Holidays for Work

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

For the Month

• National Soup Month: Soups are a great cost-effective, non-perishable lunch option for your team during these colder months. Warm up the workday with comforting options like Panera Bread's Broccoli Cheddar Soup or Dr. McDougall's Vegan Black Bean & Lime Soup.
• National Oatmeal Month: Oatmeal’s soluble fiber keeps energy steady and focus strong. Stock instant oats with simple toppings, plus favorites like Mylk Labs cups or classic Quaker Oats.
• National Hot Tea Month: Warm up the breakroom with premium blends from Rishi and Harney and Sons, offering black, green, herbal, and functional teas. Add lemon, honey, and plant-based milks so everyone can craft their perfect cup.
• National Meat Month: Don’t worry, we’re not suggesting you roll a steak into the breakroom, but jerky is absolutely fair game. Load up on protein-packed picks like Chomps and Think Jerky, plus a few plant-based options for anyone doing Veganuary...which is up next! 
• Veganuary: Plant-based eating has never been more accessible. Spotlight snacks like hummus cups, nut butter packets, veggie chips, and dairy-free yogurts. For the best breakroom-friendly vegan picks, check out our vegan snack guide.
• Dry January: Support employees skipping alcohol by offering functional beverages like kombucha, sparkling water, herbal teas, and more. You can even bring in some non-alcoholic beers for your team to try.

Day-Specific Celebrations

• January 1: New Year’s Day
  Most offices are closed, but use your December budget to prep your break room to support fresh-start habits. Stock protein-packed snacks, hydrating beverages, and breakfast options for teams returning after the holiday.
• January 6: National Shortbread Day
  Stock classic shortbread cookies alongside gluten-free and dairy-free varieties, including MadeGood Foods Snickerdoodle Soft Baked Mini Cookies. Simple, buttery flavors pair perfectly with coffee or tea for a cozy afternoon moment.
• January 9: National Apricot Day
  Celebrate with dried apricots, a naturally sweet, fiber-rich snack that supports digestion and delivers a bright boost of energy.
• January 11: National Milk Day
  Offer a variety of dairy and non-dairy milks at your coffee bar, including oat, almond, soy, and coconut. This is a great opportunity to restock and refresh your office refrigerator for the year.
• January 12: National Gluten-Free Day
  Feature snacks that are naturally gluten-free, such as fresh fruit, nuts, jerky, popcorn, and rice-based bars, plus check out our full list of gluten-free office snacks.
• January 12: National Hot Tea Day
  Double down on your office tea station and spotlight one of our favorite tea brands, such as Rishi Tea with flavors likePoached Pear or Organic Pink Lemon Ginger.
• January 15: National Bagel Day
  Bagels are a crowd favorite! Surprise your team with a spread with cream cheese and all the fixings.
• January 15: National Kombucha Day
  Kombucha is a functional favorite thanks to its probiotics, which support gut health, immunity, and overall digestion. Stock refreshing options like GT Synergy to give employees a flavorful, fizzy alternative to soda.
• January 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  Honor the day with black-owned snack brands and use your break room as a space for reflection, conversation, and connection.
• January 19: National Popcorn Day
  Whether your go-to is SkinnyPop or Lesser Evil, popcorn is the ultimate low-lift, high-enjoyment snack. Celebrate National Popcorn Day by testing out a few new flavors in your office, whether it's Kettle Corn, White Cheddar, Classic Salt, or more.
• January 20: National Cheese Lover’s Day
  Celebrate with cheese sticks or just a cheesy flavor of your favorite snack like LOVE CORN or Pirate's Booty.
• January 20: Coffee Break Day
  This is your moment to highlight your coffee station. Add seasonal creamers, syrups, or test out a different roast.
• January 21: National Granola Bar Day
  Granola is the staple of breakfast at work, so use today to celebrate by updating your bulk snack station with new granola flavors or bringing in grab-and-go options like MadeGood Granola minis.
• January 22: National Hot Sauce Day
  Add some spice to the workday by bringing in a little Sriracha to spice up your ramen or to add a little Cholula to give that popcorn a little kick.
• January 23: National Pie Day
  Sure, you can bring in actual pie, but you can also opt for Larabar's Cherry Pie bar to celebrate.
• January 24: National Peanut Butter Day
  Peanut butter makes everything better. Want to hear a Snack Hack? Take an Uncrustable and pop it in the toaster for a few seconds, then enjoy and be transported back to the good 'ole days.
• January 31: National Hot Chocolate Day
  Wrap up the month with something warm and comforting. Stock classic hot cocoa, dairy alternatives, and mix-ins like cinnamon or marshmallows. It’s the perfect treat for a winter afternoon slowdown.

Conclusion

January is all about intention, comfort, and renewal. Supporting employees through healthy habits, warm beverages, and energizing office snacks helps set the tone for the year. Each celebration is a small but powerful way to build community in the breakroom and encourage a fresh start that feels good for everyone.