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29 holidays observed on this day
Sunday, March 1 2026

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March 1 2026

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What March 1 celebrates

29 holidays observed around the world. Sorted by what people are loving today.

National Pig Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Animals Farm Animals United States

National Pig Day

An appreciation day on March 1 honoring pigs and recognizing their intelligence, domesticity, and cultural significance.

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National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day
Community Origin
National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day

A food observance on March 1 celebrating peanut butter and the devotion of its many fans, encouraging enjoyment of this beloved spread.

Food Snacks United States
03
World Music Therapy Day
Institutional Initiative
World Music Therapy Day

An awareness observance on March 1 celebrating the profession of music therapy and the healing power of music to improve physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being globally.

Health Alternative Health International
04
National Welsh Corgi Day
Individual Initiative
National Welsh Corgi Day

A fun observance on March 1 honoring Welsh Corgi dogs, celebrating their friendly, playful, loyal, and energetic nature as beloved family pets.

Animals Dogs United States
05
World Compliment Day
Individual Initiative
World Compliment Day

A fun observance on March 1 dedicated to giving sincere compliments to promote positivity, happiness, and appreciation among people worldwide.

Awareness Values International
06
Share a Smile Day
Community Origin
Share a Smile Day

A fun observance on March 1 encouraging people to share smiles to spread joy, positivity, and kindness, highlighting the emotional and health benefits of smiling.

Awareness Values United States
07
International Women of Color Day
Institutional Initiative
International Women of Color Day

A cultural observance on March 1 recognizing the achievements, contributions, and issues facing women of color from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Culture Women International
08
National Horse Protection Day
Individual Initiative
National Horse Protection Day

An awareness observance on March 1 raising awareness for horse protection, welfare, rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption to combat abuse, neglect, and slaughter.

Animals Farm Animals United States
09
Yap Day
Enacted Law
Yap Day

State holiday on March 1 to recognize and celebrate the traditional culture of the people of Yap State in Micronesia.

Culture Regional Micronesia
10
National Wedding Planning Day
Corporate Initiative
National Wedding Planning Day

A fun observance on March 1 encouraging newly engaged couples to begin their wedding planning journey with inspiration, advice, and resources.

Relationships Romance United States
11
Plan a Solo Vacation Day
Community Origin
Plan a Solo Vacation Day

A fun observance on March 1 encouraging people to plan a solo vacation and embrace the adventure, independence, and self-discovery of traveling alone.

Travel Vacation Planning United States
12
Self-Injury Awareness Day
Institutional Initiative
Self-Injury Awareness Day

An awareness observance on March 1 raising awareness about self-injury and self-harm, breaking down stigma, and promoting understanding and empathy for those who self-harm as a coping mechanism for emotional distress.

Awareness Mental Health International
13
Zero Discrimination Day
Institutional Initiative
Zero Discrimination Day

International awareness day on March 1 to promote equality before the law and end discrimination in all forms worldwide.

Awareness Social Justice International
14
National Black Women in Jazz and the Arts Day
Institutional Initiative
National Black Women in Jazz and the Arts Day

A cultural observance on March 1 celebrating the contributions and achievements of Black women in jazz music, visual arts, and performing arts.

Culture Black History United States
15
National Hotel Slipper Day
Corporate Initiative
National Hotel Slipper Day

A fun observance on March 1 celebrating the cozy comfort of hotel slippers and encouraging relaxation and appreciation of small hotel luxuries.

Careers Hospitality United States
16
World Seagrass Day
International Body Recognition
World Seagrass Day

An environmental advocacy day on March 1 raising awareness about seagrass ecosystems' vital roles in marine biodiversity, carbon sequestration, coastal protection, and fisheries support, while promoting their conservation.

Nature Ocean International
17
Baby Sleep Day
Institutional Initiative
Baby Sleep Day

An awareness observance on March 1 promoting the importance of healthy sleep habits for babies and young children to support their growth, development, and overall family well-being.

Health Sleep International
18
National March First Day
Individual Initiative
National March First Day

A cultural observance on March 1 celebrating individuals who are the first in their family to achieve personal or professional milestones, encouraging others to break intergenerational limitations.

Fun Silly United States
19
National Minnesota Day
Institutional Initiative
National Minnesota Day

A cultural observance on March 1 celebrating Minnesota as the 32nd state, highlighting its history, natural beauty, culture, and state pride.

Culture Regional United States
20
National Dadgum That’s Good Day
Corporate Initiative
National Dadgum That’s Good Day

A food observance on March 1 celebrating sharing delicious home-cooked meals with family and friends, inspired by the Southern expression of delight at great cooking.

Health Wellness United States
21
World Civil Defense Day
Institutional Initiative
World Civil Defense Day

An awareness observance on March 1 promoting civil defense and disaster preparedness, honoring civil protection personnel, and raising awareness of measures against natural and man-made disasters.

Awareness Public Health International
22
Endometriosis Awareness Day
Institutional Initiative
Endometriosis Awareness Day

An awareness observance on March 1 raising awareness about endometriosis, a chronic condition causing severe pain and infertility, promoting early diagnosis, education, research, and reduced stigma.

Awareness Health Conditions United States
23
Independence Movement Day
Historical Origin
Independence Movement Day

A heritage observance on March 1 commemorating the 1919 nationwide non-violent protest by Koreans demanding independence from Japanese colonial rule.

Culture Civics South Korea
24
National Sage Day
Community Origin
National Sage Day

A fun observance on March 1 celebrating the unisex name Sage, its historical roots meaning wise one, and the medicinal herb sage.

Names International
25
Refired Not Retired Day
Individual Initiative
Refired Not Retired Day

An observance on March 1 encouraging retirees to pursue new careers, passions, and adventures rather than withdrawing from active life.

Business Entrepreneurship United States
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St. David’s Day
Religious Origin
St. David’s Day

A religious observance on March 1 honoring Saint David (Dewi Sant), patron saint of Wales, a 6th-century bishop, ascetic, and monastic founder.

Culture Regional United Kingdom
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Asiatic Fleet Memorial Day
Legislative Resolution
Asiatic Fleet Memorial Day

A heritage observance on March 1 honoring the service, courage, and sacrifices of the U.S. Navy Asiatic Fleet (1902-1942), especially its role defending the Philippines during World War II.

Culture Civics United States
28
Public Risk Management Awareness Day
Institutional Initiative
Public Risk Management Awareness Day

An awareness observance on March 1 raising awareness about public risk management and recognizing professionals who identify, assess, and mitigate risks in public entities like cities, counties, schools, and ports.

Awareness Public Health United States
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Mărțișor
Historical Origin
Mărțișor

A cultural observance on March 1 celebrating the beginning of spring, renewal of nature, and protection for health, beauty, and prosperity through wearing red-and-white amulets.

Culture Regional Romania
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This week & month

52 month-long observances and 10 week-long ones that include March 1.

National Reading Month
All of March
National Reading Month
School
National Women’s History Month
All of March
National Women’s History Month
Culture
National Crochet Month
All of March
National Crochet Month
Hobbies
Berries and Cherries Month
All of March
Berries and Cherries Month
Food
Dolphin Awareness Month
All of March
Dolphin Awareness Month
Animals
National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
All of March
National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Awareness
Irish-American Heritage Month
All of March
Irish-American Heritage Month
Culture
National Nutrition Month
All of March
National Nutrition Month
Health
March Madness
All of March
March Madness
Sports
National Optimism Month
All of March
National Optimism Month
Health
National Social Work Month
All of March
National Social Work Month
Awareness
Adopt a Rescued Guinea Pig Month
All of March
Adopt a Rescued Guinea Pig Month
Animals
National Kidney Month
All of March
National Kidney Month
Awareness
National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
All of March
National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
Awareness
Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
All of March
Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
Awareness
Orthodox Lent
February 23 – April 11
Orthodox Lent
Religion
National Noodle Month
All of March
National Noodle Month
Food
Chocolate Chip Cookie Week
March 1–7
Chocolate Chip Cookie Week
Food
National Breast Implant Awareness Month
All of March
National Breast Implant Awareness Month
Awareness
American Red Cross Month
All of March
American Red Cross Month
Awareness
National Caffeine Awareness Month
All of March
National Caffeine Awareness Month
Awareness
Gender Equality Month
All of March
Gender Equality Month
Awareness
National Bed Month UK
All of March
National Bed Month UK
Health
Youth Art Month
All of March
Youth Art Month
School
National Music in Our Schools Month
All of March
National Music in Our Schools Month
School
Greek-American Heritage Month
All of March
Greek-American Heritage Month
Culture
Spiritual Wellness Month
All of March
Spiritual Wellness Month
Health
Women’s Month (Philippines)
All of March
Women’s Month (Philippines)
Culture
Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month
All of March
Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month
Awareness
National March Into Literacy Month
All of March
National March Into Literacy Month
School
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month
All of March
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month
Awareness
Employee Spirit Month
All of March
Employee Spirit Month
Careers
Mental Retardation Awareness Month
All of March
Mental Retardation Awareness Month
Awareness
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
All of March
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness
Brain Injury Awareness Month
All of March
Brain Injury Awareness Month
Awareness
Expanding Girls’ Horizons in Science and Engineering Month
All of March
Expanding Girls’ Horizons in Science and Engineering Month
School
Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal
All of March
Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal
Awareness
NZ Book Month
All of March
NZ Book Month
Pop Culture
National Athletic Training Month
All of March
National Athletic Training Month
Careers
National Credit Education Month
All of March
National Credit Education Month
Business
National Pasty Week
February 27 – March 4
National Pasty Week
Food
National Professional Social Worker’s Month
All of March
National Professional Social Worker’s Month
Careers
Poison Prevention Awareness Month
All of March
Poison Prevention Awareness Month
Awareness
Trisomy Awareness Month
All of March
Trisomy Awareness Month
Awareness
Workplace Eye Wellness Month
All of March
Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Health
International Ideas Month
March 1–1
International Ideas Month
Health
Supply Management Month
All of March
Supply Management Month
Careers
Hearing Awareness Week
March 1–7
Hearing Awareness Week
Awareness
Mad for Plaid Month
All of March
Mad for Plaid Month
Style
National Celery Month
All of March
National Celery Month
Food
National Green Week
February 7 – April 30
National Green Week
Nature
Ramadan
February 17 – March 19
Ramadan
Religion
Veggie Month
All of March
Veggie Month
Health
Listening Awareness Month
All of March
Listening Awareness Month
Awareness
National Endometriosis Awareness Month
All of March
National Endometriosis Awareness Month
Awareness
National Ethics Awareness Month
All of March
National Ethics Awareness Month
Awareness
Teen Tech Week
March 1–7
Teen Tech Week
School
National Aplastic Anemia & MDS Awareness Week
March 1–6
National Aplastic Anemia & MDS Awareness Week
Awareness
Hong Kong Arts Festival
February 28 – March 29
Hong Kong Arts Festival
Culture
NEDA Week
February 23 – March 1
NEDA Week
Awareness
North Dakota Winter Show
March 1–7
North Dakota Winter Show
Culture
Women in Construction Week
March 1–7
Women in Construction Week
Careers
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