No U.S. federal holiday in March 2027
There is no U.S. federal holiday in March 2027. Federal offices generally follow normal weekday schedules except for local closures, emergencies or agency-specific changes.
Monthly Holiday Hub · March
March Holidays
Explore March holidays by date, including U.S. federal holidays, national days, religious and cultural observances, awareness events, a 2027 calendar and practical open-or-closed planning.
March Holidays 2027: Key Dates at a Glance
Start with the dates most likely to affect travel, government services, family plans, school calendars, cultural events or seasonal schedules.
| Holiday / Observance | Date | Day | Type | Planning Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Women’s Day; Ramadan is expected to end in 2027 | March 8, 2027 | Monday | International / Religious | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Eid al-Fitr is expected in 2027 | March 9, 2027 | Tuesday | Religious | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Pi Day; daylight saving time begins in most of the U.S. in 2027 | March 14, 2027 | Sunday | Math / Time | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| St. Patrick’s Day | March 17, 2027 | Wednesday | Cultural / Popular | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| March equinox; International Day of Happiness | March 20, 2027 | Saturday | Seasonal / UN | Useful seasonal planning date; not a U.S. federal holiday unless separately stated. |
| Palm Sunday in 2027; World Down Syndrome Day | March 21, 2027 | Sunday | Christian / UN | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| World Water Day; Holi in 2027; Purim begins at sunset | March 22, 2027 | Monday | UN / Hindu / Jewish | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Good Friday in 2027 | March 26, 2027 | Friday | Christian | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Easter Sunday in 2027 | March 28, 2027 | Sunday | Christian / Popular | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Easter Monday in 2027; National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day | March 29, 2027 | Monday | Christian / Business | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
March Holidays by Date
A date-by-date guide to widely recognized federal, religious, cultural, awareness and informal observances. Informal national days may differ by organizer.
| Date | Selected Holidays & Observances | Day in 2027 | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 1 | Zero Discrimination Day; National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day | Monday | UN / Food |
| March 2 | Read Across America Day | Tuesday | Education / Literary |
| March 3 | World Wildlife Day | Wednesday | UN / Awareness |
| March 4 | National Grammar Day | Thursday | Education / Fun |
| March 5 | Employee Appreciation Day in 2027; National Cheese Doodle Day | Friday | Workplace / Food |
| March 6 | Laylat al-Qadr is expected around this date in 2027 | Saturday | Religious |
| March 7 | National Cereal Day | Sunday | Food / Fun |
| March 8 | International Women’s Day; Ramadan is expected to end in 2027 | Monday | International / Religious |
| March 9 | Eid al-Fitr is expected in 2027 | Tuesday | Religious |
| March 10 | Mario Day | Wednesday | Pop Culture |
| March 11 | Johnny Appleseed Day | Thursday | U.S. Culture |
| March 12 | National Plant a Flower Day | Friday | Seasonal / Fun |
| March 13 | National K9 Veterans Day | Saturday | Remembrance / Animals |
| March 14 | Pi Day; daylight saving time begins in most of the U.S. in 2027 | Sunday | Math / Time |
| March 15 | Ides of March | Monday | History / Culture |
| March 16 | National Panda Day | Tuesday | Awareness |
| March 17 | St. Patrick’s Day | Wednesday | Cultural / Popular |
| March 18 | Global Recycling Day | Thursday | Environmental |
| March 19 | National Let’s Laugh Day | Friday | Fun |
| March 20 | March equinox; International Day of Happiness | Saturday | Seasonal / UN |
| March 21 | Palm Sunday in 2027; World Down Syndrome Day | Sunday | Christian / UN |
| March 22 | World Water Day; Holi in 2027; Purim begins at sunset | Monday | UN / Hindu / Jewish |
| March 23 | Purim in 2027; National Puppy Day | Tuesday | Jewish / Fun |
| March 24 | World Tuberculosis Day | Wednesday | Health / UN |
| March 25 | Medal of Honor Day | Thursday | U.S. Remembrance |
| March 26 | Good Friday in 2027 | Friday | Christian |
| March 27 | Holy Saturday in 2027; World Theatre Day | Saturday | Christian / Arts |
| March 28 | Easter Sunday in 2027 | Sunday | Christian / Popular |
| March 29 | Easter Monday in 2027; National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day | Monday | Christian / Business |
| March 30 | National Doctors’ Day | Tuesday | Professional / Health |
| March 31 | César Chávez Day; International Transgender Day of Visibility | Wednesday | Civic / Awareness |
Federal Holidays in March 2027
There is no U.S. federal holiday in March 2027. Federal offices generally follow normal weekday schedules except for local closures, emergencies or agency-specific changes.
Popular observances still matter
March can still include major religious, cultural, seasonal, school and retail dates. Those observances do not automatically close federal offices, banks, USPS or private businesses.
March 2027 Calendar with Holiday Highlights
Use the month grid to place major dates in context. The dedicated calendar page includes the full printable planning view.
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March holiday and calendar pages
Use the evergreen page for broad March holiday intent, the approved historical annual pages for exact 2025/2026 lists, and the 2027 calendar for upcoming planning.
What’s open and closed on March holidays?
Federal holiday status is only one layer. Banks, Federal Reserve services, USPS, schools, stores and restaurants can follow different calendars.
| Service | March Planning Status | Best Related Page |
|---|---|---|
| Federal offices | No month-wide federal holiday closure | Federal Holidays 2027 |
| Federal Reserve | Normal schedule unless otherwise announced | Federal Reserve Holidays |
| Banks | Usually open on normal banking days | Bank Holidays |
| USPS / Post Offices | Usually normal service except local or operational changes | USPS Holidays |
| Schools | District calendars vary; religious and seasonal breaks may still apply | School Holidays |
| Stores | Usually open; local and seasonal hours vary | Store Hours Today |
| Restaurants | Usually open; hours vary by location | Restaurant Hours |
Last updated: —. Always verify local branch, school, carrier, market, store and restaurant schedules for time-sensitive plans.
March holidays by type
Separate official closure holidays from religious, cultural, awareness, seasonal and informal observances so each date is easier to plan around.
Federal holidays
Official U.S. federal dates and observed-day rules for government schedules.
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Religious observances
Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh and other observances with tradition-specific date notes.
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Cultural observances
National, heritage and community dates with cultural significance.
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Fun & national days
Food days, social observances and informal national-day traditions.
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Store hours
Check local retail and grocery schedules when a holiday affects shopping or travel plans.
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Printable March calendar
See the complete 2027 month grid for appointments, holidays, school dates and events.
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Month-long March observances
These themes run across much or all of the month and are useful for school, workplace, nonprofit, wellness and editorial planning.
Women’s History MonthHistory and culture
Irish-American Heritage MonthCulture
National Nutrition MonthHealth and wellness
Developmental Disabilities Awareness MonthAwareness
March weekly planning themes
Weeks can carry strong travel, retail, school and cultural intent even when there is no federal closure.
First full weekWomen’s History Month and Ramadan/Eid planning in 2027
Week of March 17St. Patrick’s Day events and travel
Final weekHoly Week and Easter in 2027
Religious and cultural holidays in March
Jewish holidays begin at sundown. Islamic dates can vary by moon sighting and local authority. Hindu and Buddhist dates can vary by calendar, region and tradition. Informal national days can be promoted by different organizations; this page prioritizes widely recognized and useful observances.
Featured March pages
Move from the monthly overview into exact holiday pages for dates, meaning, annual timing and practical planning.
Previous and next month
Continue through the holiday calendar without losing monthly context.
Planning tools
Use calendars and date tools when you need to turn holiday dates into schedules, deadlines or travel plans.
March Holidays FAQ
What are the major March holidays in 2027?
Major March 2027 dates include St. Patrick’s Day, Holi, Good Friday, Easter. The complete date-by-date table on this page also includes religious, cultural, awareness and informal observances.
How many federal holidays are in March 2027?
There are no U.S. federal holidays in March 2027.
Are banks and USPS closed on March holidays?
Banks and USPS follow service-specific holiday schedules. Federal holidays can affect operations, but branch, delivery and retail-window schedules should be verified for the exact date and location.
More March questions
Are stores open on March holidays?
Many stores remain open for most observances, while major federal, family and shopping holidays can bring reduced, extended or location-specific hours. Check the store or local branch before traveling.
Where can I see a March 2027 calendar?
Use the March 2027 Calendar page for a full printable month grid and date planning.
Should I use March Holidays or March Holidays 2026?
Use March Holidays for the evergreen monthly hub and March Holidays 2026 for the exact 2026 date and weekday list. For upcoming 2027 planning, use this evergreen hub together with the March 2027 Calendar and the linked 2027 named-holiday pages.