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National Tortilla Chip Day

Celebrate National Tortilla Chip Day with a tasty snack! From dips to tacos, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the crunchy deliciousness!

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February 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEFebruary 24

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYSnacks

INTRO

Introduction

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Celebrate National Tortilla Chip Day on February 24 with a delicious crunch! This day was started in 1994 to recognize the popularity of one of America's favorite snacks. While tortilla chips have been around since the late 1940s, it wasn't until the 1970s that they really caught on and became mainstream. Today, you can find every imaginable flavor from classic salted to jalapeño cheddar and more!

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TIMELINE

National Tortilla Chip Day Timeline

Tortilla Chips Inception

The tortilla chip, likely derived from Mexican tostadas, is popularized in Los Angeles by Rebecca Webb Carranza as a way to repurpose misshapen tortillas from her factory.

Doritos Goes Nationwide

Frito-Lay begins selling Doritos, the first nationally-distributed tortilla chip brand, originally debuted at Disneyland in 1964.

Nachos Gain Popularity

The nacho, a dish featuring tortilla chips as a main ingredient, gains popularity across the US, boosting tortilla chip recognition and sales.

Guinness World Record Set

Anandita Dutta Tamuly from India sets a Guinness World Record for eating the most (51) tortilla chips in one minute.

National Tortilla Chip Day Established

In the US, National Tortilla Chip Day is established and celebrated on February 24, recognizing the extensive cultural and culinary influence of this beloved snack.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Tortilla Chip Day

Create your own salsa

Take National Tortilla Chip Day to the next level by creating your very own homemade salsa. This is a great way to get creative and show off your culinary skills.

THROW

Throw a tortilla chip themed party

Invite friends and family over for a delicious and fun tortilla chip themed party. Create a variety of dips, such as guacamole or queso, and serve them with your favorite chips.

HOST

Host a taco night

Tortilla chips are the perfect accompaniment to tacos, so host a taco night and invite friends and family over to celebrate National Tortilla Chip Day. Serve up some delicious tacos with all the fixings and don't forget the chips!

MAKE

Make nachos

You can never go wrong with nachos! Layer some chips in an oven safe dish, top with cheese, jalapeños, tomatoes, onions, beans, or whatever toppings you desire. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees until cheese is melted.

VISIT

Visit your local Mexican restaurant

If cooking isn't your thing, take yourself out for dinner at your favorite Mexican restaurant. Chances are they will be serving up some delicious chips with guacamole or salsa for you to enjoy.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Tortilla Chip Day

Tortilla chips are versatile

There's more to tortilla chips than just snacking - you can also use them in recipes like salads, casseroles and even nachos. Plus, you can buy flavored varieties (like lime or jalapeno) to really spice things up and make your meals even more exciting!

Tortilla chips are delicious

Tortilla chips have a delicious flavor that is sure to please any palate - they're salty, savory and just the right amount of crunchy! You can use them as a snack on their own, or with dips like salsa or guacamole for an added flavor kick.

Tortilla chips are healthy

Despite being tasty, tortilla chips are actually quite healthy. Unlike other snacks that are high in saturated fat and calories, tortilla chips are low in fat, sodium and cholesterol, making them a great alternative if you're looking for something to munch on without feeling guilty about it.

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