March 1-1

International Ideas Month

A fun observance in March celebrating the power of ideas and encouraging creativity, brainstorming, and innovation.

Yearly Date

All of March

Observed

Introduction

Let's get those creative juices flowing because March is International Ideas Month! This month-long celebration encourages people to share their ideas and think outside the box. The concept of this holiday originated in 2000 when a group of students from University of Wisconsin-Madison wanted to promote innovation and idea generation. From brainstorming sessions to workshops to simply jotting down your thoughts, there are endless ways to participate in this global movement. So let's embrace our imaginations and see what amazing ideas we can come up with this month!

International Ideas Month Timeline

2000

Holiday Inception

International Ideas Month was initially proposed by a group of students from the University of Wisconsin-Madison to encourage creative thinking.

2001

First Global Observance

The idea quickly spread and March's International Ideas Month was celebrated globally for the first time.

2005

Inspired Events & Activities

Events such as brainstorming sessions, idea-generation workshops, and creative thinking panels join in celebrating the holiday.

2010

Corporate Participation

Businesses around the world start to recognize International Ideas Month, hosting events and encouraging their employees to think creatively.

2015

Social Media Boost

The rise of social media gives International Ideas Month a significant boost, with hashtags such as #InternationalIdeasMonth trending globally.

2020

Virtual Celebrations

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many events celebrating International Ideas Month moved online, resulting in increased engagement and participation.

How to Celebrate International Ideas Month

1 Brainstorm with friends

Get together with some friends and have a brainstorming session! This is a great way to generate new and creative ideas, and it's also a fun way to spend time with friends.

2 Attend a TED talk

Check out the TED website and attend a talk in your area. TED talks are all about sharing innovative and inspiring ideas, making it the perfect way to celebrate International Ideas Month.

3 Start a creative project

Use this month as an opportunity to start a new creative project. It could be anything from writing a book to starting a blog or even learning a new skill like photography or painting.

4 Create an idea jar

Get a jar and fill it with slips of paper that have different creative ideas written on them. Whenever you need inspiration, just pull out a slip and work on that idea for the day.

5 Host an idea exchange party

Invite some friends over for an idea exchange party! Ask everyone to bring one or two unique ideas to share with the group, and have a fun and interactive discussion about them.

Why We Love International Ideas Month

It encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking

International Ideas Month celebrates the power of ideas and their ability to change the world. It's a great opportunity to tap into your imagination and explore new ways of thinking, problem-solving, and innovating.

It promotes collaboration and teamwork

Sharing ideas and collaborating with others can lead to even more amazing creations. International Ideas Month emphasizes the importance of working together and learning from one another in order to achieve success.

It inspires change and progress

Many groundbreaking ideas have come from people who were brave enough to think differently and challenge the status quo. This month encourages individuals to embrace their unique perspective and use their ideas to make a positive impact on the world.

Holiday Dates

Year	Dates	Days
2023	Mar 1 to 31	Wednesday to Friday
2024	Mar 1 to 31	Friday to Sunday
2025	Mar 1 to 31	Saturday to Monday
2026	Mar 1 to 31	Sunday to Tuesday
2027	Mar 1 to 31	Monday to Wednesday