National Toast Day, celebrated on the last Thursday in February, honors one of the most versatile breakfast items around: toast. This day calls on everyone to celebrate a slice of bread’s potential, transforming it from a humble staple into a creative canvas. Toast is a blank slate, ready to be dressed up with butter and jam, smashed avocado, or even a hearty spread of peanut butter.
National Toast Day was first recognized in the UK in 2014 by the British Bread Bakers Association, and it quickly grew beyond British borders. Today, toast fans around the world take a moment to honor their favorite toppings, from savory to sweet and simple to extravagant.
This holiday isn’t only a chance to enjoy toast; it’s an opportunity to embrace culinary creativity and remember the cultural role that bread, especially toast, holds in kitchens everywhere.
♥️ Similar Days: World Nutella Day, National Peanut Butter Day, National Sandwich Day, National French Toast Day
When is National Toast Day Celebrated?
National Toast Day takes place on the last Thursday in February each year, inviting toast lovers everywhere to mark their calendars and plan some creative toast-making. .Below, you’ll find the upcoming dates for National Toast Day to ensure you never miss a chance to join in the celebration:
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2024 | February 29, Thursday |
| 2025 | February 27, Thursday |
| 2026 | February 26, Thursday |
| 2027 | February 25, Thursday |
| 2028 | February 24, Thursday |
| 2029 | February 22, Thursday |
| 2030 | February 28, Thursday |
Fun Facts About Toast
Toast may seem simple, but it has an unexpectedly rich history and some surprising trivia that give it a whole new depth. From ancient origins to modern trends, toast has evolved into a staple food across cultures and cuisines. Here are some fun facts that reveal how toast has made its way into breakfast tables worldwide—and into the hearts of food enthusiasts:
- Toast is one of the oldest processed foods, dating back to ancient Egypt, where bread was heated to prevent it from going stale.
- In France, toast has its own fancy name, “pain grillé,” and often appears as a base for the classic French dish, croque-monsieur.
- Americans eat about 35 pounds (around 16 kilograms) of bread per person per year, with much of it likely toasted at breakfast tables across the country.
- Avocado toast, a modern favorite, became popular in the 2010s but was actually first served in Australian cafes as early as the 1990s.
- Toastmasters International, the public speaking organization, takes its name from the act of “toasting” or offering a speech, connecting toast with celebration and connection.
Ways to Celebrate National Toast Day
National Toast Day invites everyone to experiment with toast in fun, creative ways. There are endless possibilities, whether you’re hosting a toast bar, exploring international toppings, or trying a new twist on an old favorite. Here are some enjoyable ideas to help you make the most of this tasty holiday, from artistic toast creations to learning about toast’s fascinating background:
- Explore a Global Twist: Enjoy an international toast experience by trying toppings from other cultures. Think of hummus and olives for a Mediterranean style or scrambled eggs with smoked fish for a Scandinavian touch.
- Make a Toast with a Twist: Experiment with different types of bread, from brioche to sourdough or gluten-free options, and play with unusual toppings like ricotta and figs or nut butter with dark chocolate shavings.
- Toast Art Challenge: Get creative by arranging toppings in patterns or shapes, and snap photos of your artistic breakfast to share online with #NationalToastDay.
- Learn the History of Toast: Look up toast’s history in different cultures—it’s a fun way to connect with food traditions from around the world!
Before You Go:
We have many more national days lists for you to explore.
- Food-related national days: complete list of national food days, pasta & noodles days, vegan & vegetarian days, mushroom days, ice-cream days, pizza days, coffee days, chocolate days, wine days, alcohol & drinking days.
- Non-food national days: National Days Calendars 2024-2025 (check out the printable calendars in my Etsy shop), National Days for Teachers, and a wide array of special lists such as cat days, dog days, animal days, cleaning & organizing days, book days, music days, family & relationships days, national days for women, stationery days and even Harry Potter days.
- Country-specific national days: Australian national days, more coming soon.
