March 8 Holidays

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19
Day of the year
67
Days left in the year
298

International Women’s Day traces to the 1908 march of 15,000 women garment workers in New York demanding shorter hours, better pay, and voting rights — formally established by the UN and observed globally on March 8. Be Nasty Day celebrates assertiveness — being “nasty” in the sense of unapologetically direct, refusing unreasonable requests, and speaking truthfully when uncomfortable. Commonwealth Day shifts to the second Monday of March in 2027, the annual observance across Commonwealth nations celebrating shared heritage, values, and connection — marked with ceremonies, educational events, and a royal broadcast message. Nari Dibas is the Bangladeshi national day of women’s empowerment on March 8, coinciding with International Women’s Day.

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All Holidays On March 8

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Adelaide Cup Day

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Eight Hours Day
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Fill Our Staplers Day

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Nari Dibas

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Arts & Entertainment

National Retro Video Game Day

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New Moon March

What is the most popular holiday on March 8?

On March 8, International Women’s Day is the most globally observed holiday, tracing to the 1908 New York march. Commonwealth Day is the most significant multi-national observance, and Nari Dibas is the most significant national women’s observance.

What countries celebrate holidays on March 8?

March 8 observances span Bangladesh (Nari Dibas), Australia (Adelaide Cup Day, Canberra Day, Eight Hours Day), Commonwealth nations worldwide (Commonwealth Day), and the U.S., which hosts International Women’s Day, Be Nasty Day, and National Peanut Cluster Day. International Women’s Day is observed globally.

What awareness days are on March 8?

March 8 includes International Women’s Day, for the 1908 New York march demanding voting rights and fair wages, and Commonwealth Day, the annual celebration across Commonwealth nations of shared heritage and values.