Celebrating 15 Years of Bitcoin Pizza Day: A Global Slice of Crypto Culture

On May 22, 2010, Laszlo Hanyecz made history by purchasing two pizzas for 10,000 BTC, marking the first real-world transaction using Bitcoin. Fast forward to 2025, and this momentous occasion is commemorated worldwide as Bitcoin Pizza Day, celebrating the evolution of cryptocurrency and its impact on global communities.

🍕 The Birth of Bitcoin Pizza Day

Laszlo Hanyecz’s purchase wasn’t just about satisfying a craving, it demonstrated Bitcoin’s potential as a medium of exchange. At the time, 10,000 BTC was worth about $41; today, it’s valued at over a billion. This transaction has since become a symbol of Bitcoin’s journey from a niche digital asset to a global financial phenomenon. 

🌍 Global Celebrations and Promotions

Bitcoin Pizza Day has grown into a worldwide celebration, with various organizations hosting events and promotions:

  • HTX Exchange: Offering nearly $1 million in rewards through a series of Pizza Day-themed promotions across its platforms.

  • BTCC Exchange: Launching a $52,000 USDT prize pool challenge and co-hosting the 5th Annual Global Pizza Party with PizzaDAO in Monaco.

  • MEXC Exchange: Hosting a “BTC Pizza Day Party” promotion with an 80,000 USDT prize pool, including trading competitions and giveaways.

🍕 PizzaDAO’s Global Pizza Party

At the heart of the celebrations is PizzaDAO, a decentralized community of artists, developers, and pizza enthusiasts. Founded in 2021, PizzaDAO aims to bring people together through pizza and blockchain technology.

This year, PizzaDAO is hosting its fifth annual Global Pizza Party, distributing free pizza in over 400 cities across six continents . The event is expected to serve more than 20,000 attendees, fostering community spirit and supporting local pizzerias. Each event is organized by local volunteers who partner with independent pizzerias, ensuring that the celebrations benefit small businesses and local communities.

PizzaDAO’s mission is encapsulated in their motto: “Pizza should be free.” Through their efforts, they’ve distributed over $1 million worth of pizza since inception, using proceeds from their Rare Pizzas NFT collection to fund these global events.

🎉 Join the Celebration

Whether you’re a crypto veteran or new to the scene, Bitcoin Pizza Day offers a unique opportunity to engage with the community, enjoy free pizza, and celebrate the journey of cryptocurrency. To find a Global Pizza Party near you or to learn more about hosting one, visit globalpizza.party.

As we mark 15 years since the first Bitcoin transaction, let’s raise a slice to the past, present, and future of decentralized finance and community-driven initiatives.