Wednesday
March 8, 2017
12 holidays and observances fall on this day.
International Women's Day
International Women's Day is a global celebration of women's achievements held every March 8.
National No Smoking Day
National No Smoking Day is held on the second Wednesday of March to encourage smokers to quit and highlight the health benefits of stopping.
United Nations Day for Women's Rights and International Peace
The United Nations Day for Women's Rights and International Peace is observed on March 8 to advocate for gender equality and global security.
International Women’s Collaboration Brew Day
International Women's Collaboration Brew Day is held every March 8 to unite women in the brewing industry through global collaboration.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day is held on the second Wednesday of March to honor the contributions of food and nutrition experts.
National Proofreading Day
National Proofreading Day is observed on March 8 to promote the importance of error-free writing and careful review.
Be Nasty Day
Be Nasty Day is a tongue-in-cheek holiday observed every March 8 that encourages people to express their grumpy or assertive side.
Brain Injury Awareness Day
Brain Injury Awareness Day raises public knowledge about traumatic brain injuries annually in March.
National Retro Video Game Day
National Retro Video Game Day is observed on March 8 to honor Ralph Baer and celebrate classic video games and consoles.
National Peanut Cluster Day
National Peanut Cluster Day is a food holiday held on March 8 to celebrate the classic combination of peanuts and chocolate.
National Oregon Day
National Oregon Day is observed every March 8 to celebrate the history, culture, and natural beauty of the 33rd U.S. state.
Girls Write Now Day
Girls Write Now Day is celebrated on March 8 to empower young women and gender-expansive youth through writing and mentorship.
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World Kidney Day
World Kidney Day promotes global renal health and is observed on the second Thursday of March.
International School Meals Day
International School Meals Day promotes healthy eating habits and is observed on the second Thursday of March.
Joe Franklin Day
Joe Franklin Day honors the inventor of the television talk show and is observed on March 9.
National Napping Day
National Napping Day encourages rest after the start of Daylight Saving Time on the following Monday.
National Barbie Day
National Barbie Day celebrates the anniversary of the iconic doll's debut and is observed on March 9.
National Meatball Day
National Meatball Day celebrates the global history and culinary variety of meatballs on March 9.
National Get Over It Day
National Get Over It Day encourages the release of grudges and frustrations on March 9.
Popcorn Lover's Day
Popcorn Lover's Day is a celebration for snack enthusiasts held every second Thursday of March.