February 24, 2026, is the 55th day of the year, with 310 days remaining, and it falls on a Tuesday in the ninth week of the year.
From enjoying steak burgers and tortilla chips to recognizing bartenders and debating cilantro, the day brings together food and fun in many different ways.
National & International Days on February 24
Below is a list of all 7 national and international days observed on February 24, each explained briefly.
I Hate Coriander Day
I Hate Coriander Day is a humorous global observance for people who think coriander (also called cilantro) tastes like soap. This reaction is linked to a gene called OR6A2, which makes some people more sensitive to certain smells in the herb. The day was started by the creators of the “I Hate Coriander” Facebook community, which has more than 200,000 members. It gives fans and critics of the herb a fun way to share their opinions and ask for clearly labeled dishes on menus.
National Steakburger Day
National Steakburger Day was officially declared in 2025 by Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. The brand created the day to honor its namesake, Freddy Simon, and to highlight its signature style of cooking steakburgers—made from lean beef pressed thin on the grill to create crisp edges. Although Freddy’s founded the observance, the steakburger itself is credited to Gus Belt, founder of Steak ‘n Shake, who introduced the term in 1934 to set his premium, hand-ground burgers apart from regular hamburgers.
National Tortilla Chip Day
National Tortilla Chip Day celebrates the crunchy snack in all its forms, from plain salted chips to loaded nachos served with salsa, guacamole, or queso. The holiday also shares the chip’s commercial beginnings in the 1940s, when Rebecca Webb Carranza fried leftover corn tortilla pieces at the El Zarape Tortilla Factory in Los Angeles, helping turn them into a popular appetizer.
National Trading Card Day
National Trading Card Day encourages fans to open new card packs, visit their local card shop, and trade with others. The day celebrates the fun of collecting sports cards from leagues like Major League Baseball, National Football League, and National Basketball Association, as well as popular trading card games such as Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering, and many other.
Twin Peaks Day
Twin Peaks Day marks the exact date and time—11:30 a.m.—when FBI Special Agent Dale Cooper first arrives in the town of Twin Peaks in the 1990 TV series Twin Peaks, created by David Lynch and Mark Frost. The day is officially recognized by the Snoqualmie and the North Bend, where much of the show was filmed. Fans celebrate by visiting filming locations or enjoying the show’s famous coffee and cherry pie.
World Bartender Day
World Bartender Day honors one of the oldest service professions. Bartending can be traced back to the 1400s, when European innkeepers served ale and spirits. In 1862, Jerry Thomas published The Bar-Tender’s Guide, the first cocktail recipe book in the United States. Even during Prohibition, bartenders remained an important part of American nightlife. Established in 2018 by The Perfect Blend in Australia and New Zealand, the day highlights the skill of mixing drinks and the important role bartenders play in social life.
World Spay Day
World Spay Day* (Last Tuesday of February) is a global campaign that promotes the benefits of spaying and neutering pets. It was established in 1995 by the Doris Day Animal League to help reduce pet overpopulation and lower the number of healthy animals euthanized in shelters. The day also raises awareness about affordable sterilization services and explains that these procedures can improve long-term pet health by lowering the risk of certain cancers and behavior problems.
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