March 2024

All Month

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.