Spring Forward: March 2026 Holidays and Observances

A cut paper composition on a light green envelope that reads,

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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An illustration of the Pisces zodiac sign

Pieces (February 19-March 20)

Aries with symbol

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:

 

Time to stock up?

What is Holi?

Holi begins at sundown on March 3.

Little girls with dreams become women of vision.

March is Women’s History Month.

March Holidays and Observances  

All of March

Women’s History Month

 

March 3

Caregiver Appreciation Day

 

Holi begins at sundown

 

March 6

National Day of Unplugging

 

March 8

Daylight Savings Time begins

St. Patrick's Day free printable games & activities

St. Patrick’s Day is March 17.

Eid mubarak with moon

Eid al-Fitr begins at sundown on March 19.

March 17

St Patrick’s Day

 

March 19

Eid al-Fitr begins at sundown

 

Absolutely Incredible Kid Day

 

March 20

First Day of Spring

 

March 31

National Crayon Day

More Ideas for March  

A cheeseball shaped like a leprechaun hat and covered in green cream cheese.

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.

A Signature card depicting a cake with layers of real fringe, on top of a bright pink envelope and surrounded by pink and white party food and decorations.

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.

Gift wrap style quiz: What kind of wrapper are you?

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.

A DIY spring wreath with felt flowers and a cute bunny.

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!