Spring Forward: March 2024 Holidays and Observances
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Color us excited! From the wearin’ of the green and more sunny fun to colorful Holi festivals and celebrating crayons, this month is the full spectrum of happy.
It’s time to flip the calendar page, check out March holidays and observances and start thinking about who we’re connecting with this month. We’ve shared some ideas to help you celebrate.
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Pieces (February 19-March 20)
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Special Days in March
Grab your calendar and a notepad. For your personal list of notes to write and cards to send, think about:
- Birthdays
- Weddings and anniversaries
- New babies and showers
- New jobs, promotions and retirements
- Thank-you notes
- Special events
- People you’re thinking about or praying for
- Folks you’ve been meaning to get in touch with
- Friends who need some extra care
Time to stock up?
March 8 is International Women’s Day.
Ramadan begins on March 10.
March Holidays and Observances
All of March
Women’s History Month
March 1
World Compliment Day
Black Women’s Appreciation Day
National Employee Appreciation Day
National Day of Unplugging
Want some ideas for keeping your day device-free? Try these:
March 3
Caregiver Appreciation Day
- Tips for caregivers
- Ways to help a caregiver
- Ways to show appreciation
- Shop cards and gifts for caregivers
March 4
National Sons Day
March 8
International Women’s Day
National Proofreading Day
Pi Day is March 14.
St. Patrick’s Day is March 17.
March 10
Ramadan begins (Islam)
Daylight Saving Time begins
March 11
National Napping Day
March 14
Pi Day
Popcorn Lover’s Day
- Browse popcorn recipes
March 19 is the first day of Spring.
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day is March 21.
March 17
St Patrick’s Day
- What is St. Patrick’s Day?
- Shop St. Patrick’s Day cards
- Check out a Hallmark Channel St. Patrick’s Day movie
- Browse recipes and printable activities
March 18
National Awkward Moments Day
March 19
First Day of Spring
National Let’s Laugh Day
- Shop funny cards
Purim begins at sunset on March 23.
Holi begins at sundown on March 24.
March 21
World Poetry Day
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day
March 22
National Goof Off Day
March 23
Purim begins at sunset (Jewish)
National Puppy Day
March 24
Purim ends at sunset (Jewish)
Holi begins at sundown (Hindu)
March 25
Holi ends at sundown (Hindu)
International Transgender Day of Visibility is March 31.
Easter is March 31.
March 26
National Make Up Your Own Holiday Day
March 30
National Doctor’s Day
March 31
Easter
- What is Easter?
- Shop Easter cards
- Shop Easter gifts, decorations and wrap
- See what to write in an Easter card
- Browse recipes, crafts, decorations and more Easter ideas
International Transgender Day of Visibility
National Crayon Day
- Shop Crayola crayons
- Download free printable coloring pages
World Backup Day
More Ideas for March
St. Patrick’s Day Quick and Easy Recipes
Whether you’re planning a party or just celebrating with family, these 4 recipes will enhance your luck. No blarney! Rainbow Crunch, Happy Lepre-cones, Green Clover Pretzels and Leprechaun’s Lucky Hat Cheese Ball.
What to Write in a Birthday Card
Occasionally you feel like the card you picked pretty much has your message covered and now you’re stumped for something to write inside. Not to worry. The Hallmark writers have your back. Check out some ideas, from sincere to hilarious, to add to that birthday card before you put it in the envelope.
Helpful Tips on Gift Wrapping
What the heck? Someone used up all the tape and didn’t tell you? We feel you. Watch this video on how to wrap a gift WITHOUT TAPE. It’ll still look great. We promise.
Welcome Spring to Your Doorstep
Show Old Man Winter the way out with this adorable wreath that you can make in an afternoon. Think an afternoon of crafting sounds amazing? Well then, hop to it!
March Celebration Planner
Download this March Celebration Planner page to help you keep all your special moments organized. IT’S FREE!
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Digital Wallpapers
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Download your free March 2024 digital wallpapers below, illustrated by a Hallmark artist.
March Birthday Cake Toppers
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Show some love to the lucky March babies you’re celebrating with these free downloadable cake toppers!
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