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March 2024
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Women's History Month
March is dedicated to women's history and celebrates the contributions of women in the United States.
8-9
Mar
Maha Shivaratri
One of the most important festivals observed by Hindus, this day honors the deity Shiva—the god of death, regeneration, and destruction.
8
Mar
International Women's Day
International Women's Day celebrates the achievements of women—whether it be economic, social, or cultural success.
10
Mar
Harriet Tubman Day
March 10 is dedicated to Harriet Tubman, an American Abolitionist most commonly known for her part in freeing slaves through the Underground Railroad.
10
Mar
Start of Ramadan
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is celebrated by Muslims with fasting, prayer, giving, and self-evaluation.
10
Mar
Calle Ocho Music Festival
Calle Ocho Music Festival, the largest Latin music festival in the United States, is part of Carnival Miami—a festive celebration of Miami's vibrant Caribbean and Latin cultures.
12
Mar
Aztec New Year
Aztec New Year marks the start of the new year according to the Aztec calendar and is celebrated primarily in Mexico.
17
Mar
St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, and this day celebrates his accomplishment of bringing Christianity throughout the country of Ireland.
19
Mar
Nowruz
Nowruz, meaning new day, marks the first day of spring and is celebrated by over 300 million people worldwide as the beginning of the new year. It's been observed for over 3,000 years in the Balkans, the Caucasus, the Black Sea Basin, Central Asia, the Middle East, and other regions.
21
Mar
World Down Syndrome Day
First recognized by the UN in 2012, World Down Syndrome Day is a global awareness day. The date (the 21st day of the 3rd month) was chosen to signify the uniqueness of the trisomy of the 21st chromosome that causes Down Syndrome.
23-24
Mar
Purim
Purim is a Jewish holiday that celebrates Jewish deliverance. It's celebrated by giving charity, being with friends and family, and sending mishloach manot—or Purim baskets—which are full of drinks, food, and treats.
25
Mar
Holi
To celebrate the winter harvest and the onset of spring, people gather together to throw colored powders. This is a Hindu holiday also known as the Festival of Colors.
28
Mar
Maundy Thursday
Maundy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ and the institution of Holy Eucharist as described in the Gospel of Luke, chapter 22.
29
Mar
Good Friday
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary.
31
Mar
International Transgender Day of Visibility
March 31 raises awareness for transgender justice and also celebrates the contributions transgender and gender nonconforming individuals have made to our world.
31
Mar
Easter
Easter is one of the most important Christian holiday as it celebrates Jesus' resurrection.