- Number of holidays
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- Day of the year
- 75
- Days left in the year
- 290
National Artichoke Day celebrates a Mediterranean thistle that became a California agricultural institution — the state produces more than 99 percent of the U.S. crop, and Castroville crowns itself the Artichoke Capital of the World. Black Press Day marks the March 16, 1827 founding of Freedom’s Journal, the first African-American-owned newspaper, published in New York City. Freedom of Information Day is observed on the birthday of President James Madison, who drafted the First Amendment. National Panda Day drives conservation awareness for the giant panda, whose wild population numbers fewer than 2,000 individuals. From farm to newsroom to bamboo forest in one date.
All holidays on March 16
National Panda Day
Black Press Day
Freedom of Information Day
Lips Appreciation Day
National 3-D Day
National Ag Day
National Artichoke Day
National Vaccination Day
No Selfies Day
Robert Goddard Day
St. Urho's Day
Tea for Two Tuesday
World Social Work Day
Young Carers Action Day
About March 16
March 16 Q&As
What is the most popular holiday on March 16?
On March 16, National Artichoke Day is the most widely recognized U.S. food observance. Black Press Day commemorates the 1827 founding of Freedom’s Journal, the first African-American newspaper, and Freedom of Information Day is the most notable civic observance, honoring James Madison’s First Amendment legacy.
What awareness days are on March 16?
March 16 includes National Panda Day, National Vaccination Day, and Freedom of Information Day — spanning wildlife conservation, public health, and press freedom.
What countries celebrate holidays on March 16?
March 16 observances span India (National Vaccination Day) and the U.S., which hosts National Artichoke Day, Black Press Day, Freedom of Information Day, and Robert Goddard Day. National Panda Day is observed internationally by conservation organizations worldwide.
