March Holidays, National Days & Observances
March arrives with the first signs of spring, Women's History Month, St. Patrick's Day, major international observances, food holidays, nature celebrations and a wonderfully eclectic collection of quirky days. It is a month of green, growth, history, happiness and fresh starts.
Holiday Helper note: Some observances are official holidays, while others are cultural, religious, awareness-based or unofficial fun days. Dates for movable observances can change from year to year.
Major March Holidays & Observances
March: Women's History Month recognizes the achievements and contributions of women throughout history.
March 3: World Wildlife Day is a United Nations observance celebrating wild animals and plants and raising awareness of conservation.
March 8: International Women's Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women around the world.
March 17: St. Patrick's Day honors Ireland's patron saint and has grown into a worldwide celebration of Irish culture and heritage.
March 20 or 21: March Equinox marks the beginning of astronomical spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
March 20: International Day of Happiness is a United Nations observance recognizing happiness and well-being as universal goals.
March 22: World Water Day focuses global attention on freshwater and water-related challenges.
March Observances That Move
March contains several important celebrations whose numbered dates change from year to year. Keeping them separate helps this guide stay useful beyond a single calendar year.
- Daylight Saving Time begins: second Sunday in March in most of the United States.
- Holi: date changes each year according to the Hindu lunisolar calendar.
- Purim: date changes each year according to the Hebrew calendar.
- Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr: move through the Gregorian calendar each year.
- Palm Sunday, Holy Week and Easter-related observances: move according to the Christian liturgical calendar.
- March equinox: typically occurs March 19, 20 or 21 depending on the year and time zone.
Looking ahead: In 2027, Daylight Saving Time begins March 14 in most of the United States, St. Patrick's Day is March 17, the March equinox is March 20, Holi falls on March 22, and Purim begins around March 22–23.
31 Days of March Celebrations
Browse the daily list below for major holidays, international observances, food days, seasonal traditions, unusual celebrations and more.
March 1
March begins with Women's History Month, Irish-American Heritage Month and several observances focused on equality, culture and the natural world.
- Zero Discrimination Day
- World Seagrass Day
- St. David's Day
- Women's History Month begins
- Irish-American Heritage Month begins
- National Peanut Butter Lover's Day
- National Pig Day
March 2
- Texas Independence Day
- Read Across America Day
- National Banana Cream Pie Day
- Old Stuff Day
March 3
World Wildlife Day celebrates the remarkable variety of wild animals and plants around the world. Mark the day by learning about a favorite species, visiting a nature center, watching wildlife outdoors or talking with children about the importance of protecting natural habitats.
- World Wildlife Day
- National Anthem Day
- National Cold Cuts Day
- National Mulled Wine Day
March 4
- National Grammar Day
- National Pound Cake Day
- Marching Music Day
March 5
- International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness
- National Cheese Doodle Day
- National Absinthe Day
March 6
- National Oreo Cookie Day
- National Frozen Food Day
- National Dentist's Day
March 7
- National Cereal Day
- National Flapjack Day
- National Be Heard Day
March 8
International Women's Day is one of March's most recognized global observances, celebrating the achievements of women and highlighting continued efforts toward equality.
- International Women's Day
- National Proofreading Day
- National Peanut Cluster Day
March 9
- National Meatball Day
- National Barbie Day
- National Get Over It Day
March 10
- International Day of Women Judges
- National Pack Your Lunch Day
- National Ranch Day
March 11
- World Plumbing Day
- National Johnny Appleseed Day
- National Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day
March 12
- National Plant a Flower Day
- National Girl Scout Day
- National Baked Scallops Day
March 13
- National Good Samaritan Day
- National K9 Veterans Day
- National Coconut Torte Day
March 14
Pi Day turns March 14 into a playful meeting point for math and food because the date echoes the digits 3.14. Celebrate with a slice of pie, a math challenge or a few fascinating facts about one of mathematics' most famous constants.
- Pi Day
- International Day of Mathematics
- National Potato Chip Day
- National Learn About Butterflies Day
March 15
- International Day to Combat Islamophobia
- World Consumer Rights Day
- National Everything You Think Is Wrong Day
March 16
- National Panda Day
- National Artichoke Hearts Day
- National Freedom of Information Day
March 17
St. Patrick's Day fills March 17 with Irish heritage, parades, green traditions and festive foods. Celebrate by learning about Irish history and culture, preparing a favorite Irish-inspired meal, enjoying music or adding a little green to the day.
- St. Patrick's Day
- National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day
- Evacuation Day (Massachusetts, where observed)
March 18
- Global Recycling Day
- National Sloppy Joe Day
- National Biodiesel Day
March 19
- National Poultry Day
- National Let's Laugh Day
- Certified Nurses Day
March 20
The March equinox marks the astronomical beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, while the International Day of Happiness gives the date an especially cheerful spirit.
- International Day of Happiness
- French Language Day
- March Equinox (date may vary slightly)
- World Storytelling Day
- National Ravioli Day
March 21
March 21 is one of the busiest international-observance dates of the year, with major United Nations observances devoted to forests, poetry, racial justice, Nowruz, Down syndrome awareness and glaciers.
- International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
- World Poetry Day
- International Day of Nowruz
- World Down Syndrome Day
- International Day of Forests
- World Day for Glaciers
- National Common Courtesy Day
March 22
- World Water Day
- National Goof Off Day
- National Bavarian Crepes Day
March 23
- World Meteorological Day
- National Puppy Day
- National Chia Day
March 24
- World Tuberculosis Day
- International Day for the Right to the Truth concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims
- National Cheesesteak Day
- National Cocktail Day
March 25
- International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade
- International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members
- National Medal of Honor Day
- National Tolkien Reading Day
- National Waffle Day
March 26
- National Spinach Day
- National Nougat Day
- Purple Day
March 27
- World Theatre Day
- National Spanish Paella Day
- National Scribble Day
March 28
- National Something on a Stick Day
- National Black Forest Cake Day
- Respect Your Cat Day
March 29
- National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day
- National Lemon Chiffon Cake Day
March 30
- International Day of Zero Waste
- National Pencil Day
- National Take a Walk in the Park Day
- National Doctors' Day
March 31
March closes with César Chávez Day, World Backup Day and several lighter national observances, giving the month a mix of reflection, practical reminders and fun.
- César Chávez Day
- National Crayon Day
- National Tater Day
- World Backup Day
More Ways to Celebrate March
March is a wonderful month to welcome fresh energy, celebrate the arrival of spring and discover something new. St. Patrick's Day brings Irish traditions, festive foods and plenty of green, while World Wildlife Day offers a reason to learn about animals and the natural world. Pi Day adds a playful combination of mathematics and pie to the calendar.
As the weather begins to change, March is also a perfect time for planting flowers, taking nature walks, refreshing the home, enjoying seasonal foods or simply watching for the first signs of spring. Families can celebrate with crafts, outdoor adventures, baking days, gardening projects and activities inspired by the month's many observances.
From women's history and international celebrations to puppies, pandas, poetry, pancakes and the first days of spring, March offers 31 wonderfully varied reasons to learn, gather, create and celebrate.
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