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18 holidays observed on this day
Wednesday, March 11 2026

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March 11 2026

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What March 11 celebrates

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

National Dream Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Health Self-Care United States

National Dream Day

A fun observance on March 11 encouraging people of all ages to pursue their dreams and aspirations, inspired by Robert Muller's legacy of turning visions into reality.

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Key Deer Awareness Day
Institutional Initiative
Key Deer Awareness Day

An environmental advocacy day on March 11 raising awareness about the endangered Key deer, their conservation needs, and threats like habitat loss, vehicle collisions, and sea level rise in the Florida Keys.

Animals Wildlife United States
03
Wash Your Nose Day
Corporate Initiative
Wash Your Nose Day

An awareness observance on March 11 promoting nasal irrigation and hygiene to clean nasal passages, prevent respiratory infections, and enhance upper airway health.

Health Wellness United States
04
Lantern Festival Taiwan
Government Proclamation
Lantern Festival Taiwan

A cultural observance on the 15th day of the first lunar month celebrating the traditional Lantern Festival with large-scale lantern displays, sky lanterns, fireworks, and folk activities promoting good fortune and Taiwanese cultural heritage.

Culture Asian Heritage Taiwan
05
National No Smoking Day
Institutional Initiative
National No Smoking Day

An awareness observance on the second Wednesday in March encouraging smokers to quit and raising awareness about the health risks of tobacco use.

Awareness Public Health International
06
National Promposal Day
Corporate Initiative
National Promposal Day

A fun observance on March 11 celebrating the creative and elaborate ways high school students ask each other to prom.

School Student Life United States
07
National Johnny Appleseed Day
Community Origin
National Johnny Appleseed Day

A cultural observance on March 11 celebrating the life and legacy of John Chapman (Johnny Appleseed), the pioneer nurseryman who planted apple trees across the American frontier and promoted conservation.

Culture Famous People United States
08
311 Day
Event Origin
311 Day

A fan observance on March 11 featuring marathon concerts by the rock band 311, honoring their music and dedicated fanbase with extended sets and rare performances.

Pop Culture Music United States
09
National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day
Legislative Resolution
National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day

An appreciation day on March 11 recognizing funeral directors and morticians for their compassionate service in helping families honor loved ones during times of grief.

Careers Healthcare United States
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National COVID-19 Day
Institutional Initiative
National COVID-19 Day

An awareness observance on March 11 honoring those who died during the COVID-19 pandemic, supporting those still struggling, expressing gratitude to essential workers, and promoting hope and healing.

Awareness Public Health International
11
World Plumbing Day
Institutional Initiative
World Plumbing Day

An awareness observance on March 11 highlighting the critical role plumbing plays in protecting public health, providing access to clean water and sanitation, and promoting environmental sustainability.

Careers Trades International
12
Moshoeshoe’s Birthday
Historical Origin
Moshoeshoe’s Birthday

A heritage observance on March 11 celebrating the legacy of King Moshoeshoe I, founder and first king of Lesotho, who united the Basotho nation and protected its sovereignty.

Culture Famous People Lesotho
13
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day
Institutional Initiative
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day

An appreciation day on the second Wednesday in March recognizing registered dietitian nutritionists as food and nutrition experts who translate nutrition science into practical solutions for healthy living.

Careers Healthcare United States
14
World Day of Muslim Culture Peace Dialogue and Film
Individual Initiative
World Day of Muslim Culture Peace Dialogue and Film

A cultural observance on March 11 promoting understanding and appreciation of diverse Muslim cultures through film, art, and dialogue to build bridges between faiths and combat stereotypes.

Culture Heritage International
15
Worship of Tools Day
Media Origin
Worship of Tools Day

A fun observance on March 11 celebrating tools used for building, repairing, and creating, honoring their essential role in daily life and DIY projects.

Lifestyle Tools United States
16
National No-Code Day
Corporate Initiative
National No-Code Day

A cultural observance on March 11 celebrating the no-code movement and technology that enables anyone to build apps, automate workflows, and solve problems without programming skills.

Tech Software United States
17
Young Carers Action Day
Institutional Initiative
Young Carers Action Day

National awareness day on the second Wednesday in March in the United Kingdom to highlight challenges faced by young carers and advocate for their support.

Awareness Youth United Kingdom
18
Independence Restoration Day (Lithuania)
Legislative Resolution
Independence Restoration Day (Lithuania)

A heritage observance on March 11 commemorating the adoption of the Act on the Re-establishment of the Independent State of Lithuania in 1990, restoring independence from Soviet occupation.

Culture Civics Lithuania
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This week & month

51 month-long observances and 6 week-long ones that include March 11.

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
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 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
Supply Management Month
All of March
Supply Management Month
Careers
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
National Salt Awareness Week
March 4–11
National Salt Awareness Week
Awareness
Ramadan
February 17 – March 19
Ramadan
Religion
Veggie Month
All of March
Veggie Month
Health
Girl Scout Week
March 8–14
Girl Scout Week
Awareness
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
World Glaucoma Week
March 8–14
World Glaucoma Week
Awareness
British Science Week
March 6–15
British Science Week
School
Hong Kong Arts Festival
February 28 – March 29
Hong Kong Arts Festival
Culture
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