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National Potato Chip Day

Celebrate the crispy goodness of potato chips with us this March 14, it's a day for all snack lovers.

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Sunday, March 14Every year on March 14

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Roots: According to legend, invented in 1853 by George Crum in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Vibe: A day to indulge in crispy, salty snacks.
Also on Mar 14: International Day of Mathematics · Children’s Craft Day · Learn About Butterflies Day
Hashtag: #NationalPotatoChipDay

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3 ways to celebrate

AT HOME

Make them fresh

Slice potatoes thin, fry or bake them, and salt to taste.

WITH FRIENDS

Rank the flavors

Buy a bunch of chip flavors and vote for the best one.

AT WORK OR SCHOOL

Bring chip variety

Set out assorted chips and dips for everyone to graze on.

Plan ahead

National Potato Chip Day is observed on March 14 every year. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

2026Sat, Mar 14this year

2027Sun, Mar 14

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2029Wed, Mar 14

2030Thu, Mar 14

2031Fri, Mar 14

2032Sun, Mar 14

2033Mon, Mar 14

2034Tue, Mar 14

2035Wed, Mar 14

2036Fri, Mar 14

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Fast facts

Americans consume about 1.5 billion pounds of potato chips annually.

The average American eats around 4 pounds of chips each year.

The story

The crispy potato chip has a rich history that, according to legend, dates back to 1853, when George Crum, a chef at Moon’s Lake House in Saratoga Springs, New York, created them as a response to a customer’s complaint about soggy fries. Crum sliced potatoes very thin, fried them until crisp, and seasoned them with salt, leading to an instant hit that would evolve into the snack we know and love today.

Read the full story

Since their inception, potato chips have skyrocketed in popularity, especially in the United States. They became mass-produced in the 1920s with the introduction of machines that could slice and fry potatoes quickly. By the 1930s, brands like Lay's and Ruffles began to dominate the market, establishing potato chips as a quintessential American snack food.

Today, potato chips are available in a plethora of flavors, from classic salted to exotic varieties like dill pickle and sriracha. The snack has transcended borders, inspiring international variations such as the British crisp and the Spanish patatas fritas, showcasing the global love for this crunchy delight.

National Potato Chip Day serves as a reminder to appreciate this simple yet satisfying snack. Whether enjoyed at a picnic, movie night, or as a late-night indulgence, potato chips provide a crispy escape that appeals to snack enthusiasts of all ages.