Super Bowl Sunday: The Ultimate Guide to America’s Second Biggest Food Holiday!

On February 9, 2025, millions of people will watch as the Kansas City Chiefs go up against the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl. This game is special because the Chiefs are trying to win their third title in a row. Super Bowl LIX is more than just a football showdown; it’s a national event.

Many viewers look forward to the halftime show, which will feature Kendrick Lamar this year. Others enjoy the unique commercials created just for the occasion. Fans of Taylor Swift are also excited to see if she supports the Chiefs from the stands. Ultimately, for many, Super Bowl Sunday is a reason to gather with friends and munch on delicious snacks. It’s no wonder that this day ranks as one of the biggest for food consumption in the U.S., right after Thanksgiving!

According to the National Retail Federation, Americans will spend an average of about $91.58 each on Super Bowl Sunday, adding up to a total of around $18.6 billion! A significant chunk, over 80%, will be spent on food and drinks.

The feasting kicks off well before the game starts. This year, it’s estimated that Americans will munch on 107 million pounds of snacks, with tortilla chips, potato chips, and pretzels being the top choices. Once the game begins, pizzas become a game-day favorite, with around 12.5 million pies consumed during the event.

Chicken wings are another popular snack, with estimates suggesting Americans will eat about 1.45 billion wings. That’s enough to wrap around the Earth three times! Other favorites include ribs, burgers, hot dogs, and foot-long subs. As everyone enjoys their food, millions of gallons of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, will flow.

However, all this food and drink can lead to a bit of a hangover. Each year, over 16 million Americans take off work the Monday after the Super Bowl, costing around $6.5 billion in lost productivity. This day is sometimes called “Super Sick Monday,” and there have been several attempts to make it a national holiday, but so far, none have succeeded.

Go Chiefs! Go Eagles!

Resources: CNN.com, NRF.com, CNBC.com