World Fermie Day 2025
Overview
World Fermie Day is a celebration of fermentation, often observed on the first Sunday of September. While not a widely recognized official holiday, it’s a day where fermentation enthusiasts share their love for fermented foods and drinks, participate in events, and spread knowledge about fermentation, as seen in posts on Facebook and Instagram.
What is it?
- A day dedicated to celebrating all things fermented, including foods, drinks, and the processes used to create them.
- It is a community-driven event, not a globally recognized holiday.
When is it?
- It is held every year on the first Sunday in September.
- This year (2025) it is on September 7th.
Where is it?
- This year (2025), it is located at The Ferment Farm, which is at Glenmore Community Garden 2048 Union Rd, Kelowna BC, Plots #58-#60
What happens on this day?
- People share pictures of their fermented foods and drinks on social media.
- Communities and groups organize events like fermentation demos and documentary screenings.
- It serves as a platform to educate and raise awareness about fermentation.
What is a fermie?
A person who likes to make fermented foods and beverages such as sourdough bread, water kefir, kombucha and lacto-fermented vegetables. Their favorite books are Nourishing Traditions and Wild Fermentation.
You know a fermie when you go to their house and their kitchen counter is full of jars and crocks full of weird looking stuff.
by fermiegirl April 12, 2010 on Urban Dictionary
It seems there are special days for all kinds of people… this one is for us Fermies! We LIKE fermenting food. We know the health benefits.
Previous World Fermie Days
Social Media Posts
See all instagram posts with #worldfermieday
First Annual World Fermie Day
September 2nd, 2018
