Friday
March 2, 2018
14 holidays and observances fall on this day.
World Day of Prayer
World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical event held annually on the first Friday of March.
National Day of Unplugging (Global Day of Unplugging)
National Day of Unplugging (Global Day of Unplugging) is a 24-hour digital detox starting the first Friday of March.
International Rescue Cat Day
International Rescue Cat Day promotes cat adoption and shelter support annually on March 2.
World Teen Mental Wellness Day
World Teen Mental Wellness Day promotes adolescent emotional health and reduces stigma every March 2.
The Toddle Waddle
The Toddle Waddle is a charitable walking event for young children held on tMarch 2.
National Employee Appreciation Day
National Employee Appreciation Day recognizes worker contributions on the first Friday of March.
Texas Independence Day
Texas Independence Day commemorates the 1836 signing of the state's declaration of independence on March 2.
National Read Across America Day
National Read Across America Day promotes youth literacy and diverse storytelling every March 2.
National Banana Cream Pie Day
National Banana Cream Pie Day celebrates the iconic custard and fruit dessert every March 2.
National Old Stuff Day
National Old Stuff Day encourages decluttering and breaking old routines every March 2.
National Dress in Blue Day
National Dress in Blue Day promotes colon cancer awareness on the first Friday of March.
National Speech and Debate Education Day
National Speech and Debate Education Day celebrates student oratory and occurs on the first Friday of March.
Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day celebrates hidden names on the Friday of the first full week in March.
James Ronald Webster Day
James Ronald Webster Day honors the Father of the Nation in Anguilla annually on March 2.
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World Wildlife Day
World Wildlife Day is celebrated on March 3rd every year, highlighting the critical importance of protecting our planet's wildlife.
International Ear Care Day (World Hearing Day)
World Hearing Day is a global health observance on March 3 to promote ear care and prevent hearing loss.
International Irish Whiskey Day
International Irish Whiskey Day is an annual celebration held on March 3 to honor the heritage and styles of Irish whiskey.
March Full Moon
The March Full Moon is a seasonal event marking the transition to spring on the first full moon of the month.
International Open Data Day
International Open Data Day promotes global transparency and data innovation on the first Saturday of March.
World Information Architecture Day
World Information Architecture Day is a global event celebrating information design on the first Saturday of March.
National I Want You to be Happy Day
National I Want You to be Happy Day is an annual observance on March 3 dedicated to performing selfless acts of kindness for others.
National Anthem Day
National Anthem Day is an annual observance on March 3 commemorating the 1931 adoption of The Star-Spangled Banner.