March 2026 Observances
March brings many meaningful opportunities for recognition and celebration. By acknowledging these observances, your organization can promote learning about diverse cultures and strengthen your workplace community.
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List of Observances in March 2026
Here is a list of noteworthy observances happening in March. Getting to know your employees is crucial in determining which observances to acknowledge at your workplace.
March 1 International Wheelchair Day began in 2008 and is recognized globally. The purpose of this day is to celebrate the positive impact of wheelchairs on the lives of those who use them.
March 3 Māgha Pūjā Day commemorates the spontaneous gathering of 1,250 enlightened monks, all ordained by Buddha, serving as a day for spiritual renewal through meditation, ethical commitments, and community fellowship.
March 3 World Hearing Day raises awareness regarding the prevention of hearing loss and deafness the promotion of ear and hearing care.
March 3 Lantern Festival marks the first full moon of the new lunar year and is celebrated two weeks after Chinese New Year, marking the end of those celebrations. Celebrations involve enjoying lanterns, lantern riddles, eating tangyuan/yuan xiao (ball dumplings in soup), lion dances, dragon dances and more. The use of lanterns signifies letting go of the previous year.
March 4 Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors, celebrates the victory of good over evil. It is particularly popular among Hindu people across the world. Activities include throwing colored powder into the air as each color has a special meaning.
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March 8 International Women’s Day amplifies the call for gender equality and women's empowerment, serving as both a reflection on progress made and a rallying cry for the transformative changes still needed.
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March 17 St. Patrick’s Day is a vibrant festival that honors St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, through a kaleidoscope of parades, green-themed festivities, and cultural expressions of Irish heritage.
March 21 World Down Syndrome Day aims to uplift awareness and champion the rights, inclusion, and well-being of individuals with Down syndrome, symbolically chosen for the date 3/21 to represent the three copies of chromosome 21 characteristic of the condition.
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March 21 International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination On March 21, 1960, police opened fire on a peaceful demonstration against apartheid "pass laws" in Sharpeville, South Africa. Dozens of people died that day. The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination serves as a reminder of this tragedy by encouraging tolerance, equality and anti-discrimination.
March 20 - March 21 Eid al-Fitr is a significant Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. The exact celebration date depends on the sighting of the moon. Celebrated with feasts, prayers, and giving to the needy, it's a joyous occasion that emphasizes gratitude, charity, and community bonding.
March 25 International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and Transatlantic Slave Trade African people were enslaved for more than 400 years. The transatlantic slave trade forcibly removed millions of Africans from their homes, transporting them to the Americas. This day honors all those who lost their lives during this time period and it raises awareness about racism today.
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March 30 World Bipolar Day strives to dismantle the stigma surrounding bipolar disorder while fostering global awareness and empathy, providing a platform for dialogue and education about this complex mental health condition.
March 31 International Day of Transgender Visibility was created by transgender activist Rachel Crandall Crocker. The purpose of the International Day of Transgender Visibility is to celebrate transgender lives and the contributions of transgender people to our society.
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