Celebrate March Holidays with Your Kids Every Day of the Month

How many March Holidays and Celebrations can you name? Besides St. Patrick’s Day. When I stopped to look them up, I was pleasantly surprised. More occasions to make memories.

In this blog, I’ll share March holidays, celebrations, and observations for every day of the month, with ideas and recipes that will make this a season your children will look forward to every year. Inside or outside.

The Unpredictability of March

March is one of my favorite months of the year. I have several “personal” March holidays to celebrate. But more than that, I look forward to the return of sunshine and flowers. Longer days. New growth. If you look up March Holidays, you might find Easter listed. Or you might not. So “unpredictable” if you don’t know how Easter is determined. It’s a math thing. Ick.

To say March is unpredictable is an understatement. It’s a fickle month. One week you can have sunshine and trees blooming and the next everything can be coated in snow. That can be frustrating for those who are ready for winter to be over. If you live in a warm climate, it’s not quite as noticeable as snowy areas. One year, we had four feet of snow fall during spring break, and for an area that never got more than two feet at a time, that meant we were snowed in for a week waiting for the snowplows to get to our remote home. Talk about cabin fever.

Luckily, I was raised by a mom who made everything fun. She taught me to look for creative ways to find joy. Making memories with my kids was the best part of mothering. Let’s take a look at the wonderous ways we can enjoy March every single day of the month.

Daily Celebrations vs. March Holidays

It seems like every time you turn around there’s a new holiday or observance. National Toothpick Day. Worldwide Dryer Lint Awareness Week. Be Kind to Your Imaginary Friend Month. I don’t know if those are real or not, but I wouldn’t be surprised if they are. But you know what? There’s no better month to embrace those observances than a month that either blows your mind with gorgeous tulips or blows your toupee off with 40 mph winds. You’re going to love “Make Up Your Own Holiday Day”. Yep!! That’s a March Holiday.

Below you’ll find two ideas each day to celebrate with your family. Get the kids in on it. Map out the month together. Will you choose something every day? Perhaps only once a week. Look through the list and choose your favorites. There is something for every age. I wish I had come up with this when I still had little ones at home. It’s not too late to start a new tradition with the grandkids, though! The most important thing is to enjoy the precious time you have together making memories.

March Holidays/ Celebrations/ Observances

March 1

National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day:

As a lover of Peanut Butter, I can think of a dozen ways to enjoy this day. Peanut butter on pancakes. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Reese’s peanut butter cups. (A little Screwball. wink wink)

Whether you like your peanut butter crunchy or smooth, there’s plenty of recipes to choose from. March 1st falls on a Saturday this year, so you could celebrate seeing how many different peanut butter recipes you can make together and maybe sharing them with your neighbors. For more information about this holiday, the history of PB, interesting facts, and a recipe for peanut butter noodles, click here.

World Compliment Day:

If you’re not up for baking or you’re allergic to peanut butter, try celebrating World Compliment Day. Nobody is allergic to compliments. Hans Poortvliet created World Compliment Day in the early 2000s to spread joy, appreciation, and recognition. To celebrate, try playing this game my mom passed on from her childhood. It’s called TL — for Trade Last. Listen for compliments (or ask for a compliment) about somebody in your household. Then go to the person the compliment is for and say, “I have a TL for you.” That person trades a compliment they heard about you for the one you heard about them. This game taught us to always be listening for and thinking of compliments we could give each other.

March 2

Namesake Day:

This March holiday falls on the first Sunday of the month. It’s significant that it’s in March — my birth month — since I was named after my grandmother. This March holiday would make for fun dinner conversation. Do your kids know who they were named after and who you were named after? Do they have ideas of what they want to name their kids?

World Teen Mental Wellness Day:

For those of you with teenagers at home, this is a wonderful opportunity to discuss mental health. According to nationaltoday.com, mental health struggles are unfortunately common in teens, making up 16% of disease and injuries in people aged 10 to 19. Visit their website for information and suggestions for celebrating. I know from my experience that keeping the lines of communication open is the most important thing you can do. On March 2nd you could plan some self-care activities to do with your teen. Go for a walk together. Do something you enjoy — together. Practice breathing exercises. Let them know it’s okay to not be okay. Take a look at my blog about emotions and share some of the techniques with your teen. Do they understand they can reach out to you or anyone they’re close to?

March 3

Read Across America Day (aka Dr. Seuss Day):

Reading is my favorite pass time. Not only that, but reading to children is crucial. The schools in our area celebrate this March Holiday by dressing up as your favorite Dr. Seuss character and reading Dr. Seuss books. Start the day with green eggs and ham for breakfast. Take a trip to the library (ahead of time this year) if you don’t have any and read your favorites with your children or grandchildren. Vote on which you like the best. I’m fond of “Horton Hears a Who” and “I Can Read With My Eyes Closed”, but my collection is large because I love his fun, whimsical rhymes and the meaning behind his stories. You can listen to his books on YouTube or even watch a Dr. Seuss movie. A Dr. Seuss movie marathon sounds fabulous!!

World Wildlife Day:

To celebrate this day, visit the website and see what they’re doing. Visit a zoo or wildlife center near you. My kids and now grandkids watch the Kratt Brothers, who bring attention to wildlife conservation through their entertaining and educational shows. As a family you can discuss ways you can promote wildlife conservation.

March 4

Sons Day:

Spend the day focusing on your son(s). Take time to do things they like to do, even if you don’t. Teach them something new that you enjoy. Write a note and leave it on your teen’s pillow if they’re busy. Make their favorite meal. Watch their favorite show with them. Get them to teach you something they can do that you can’t. Try to connect in a way you haven’t before.

World Obesity Day:

Obesity is a subject that can bring a lot of shame. Let’s talk about it. Since obesity is different for everyone, it’s important to learn about various strategies and factors for living a healthy life. On this day, you could choose a physical activity to do together. It can be as simple as going for a walk. Research and find a healthy recipe you want to try as a family. Check out the website and see how they are “Looking at health, youth and the world around us to see how we can address obesity together.”

March 5

Cheese Doodle Day:

Did you know that Morrie Yohai created the original Cheez Doodle in the 1930s? Now I know who to thank for the orange powder coating my children’s clothing. What creative ways can you think of to commemorate this snack and all its many variations? I watched a video where they made macaroni and cheese with water, cheese puffs, and macaroni. That’s it. I’m sure this will be a family favorite — especially if you incorporate the ever-popular fire-hot variety.

Discover What Your Name Means Day:

Names carry a lot of weight. This holiday, the Wednesday of the first full week of March, celebrates the uniqueness of names. Take time today to look up the meaning of each person’s name. Is it culturally significant? Does it say something about your personality? Perhaps it’s tied to nature or religion. Whatever the case, celebrate the meaning behind your name. (Mine means Peace — some useless trivia for you.)

March 6

Oreo Cookie Day:

There’s more than one way to eat an Oreo cookie, and there’s definitely more than one way to celebrate this day! Are you a milk dunker? A twist apart and eat the icing first person? Do you eat it whole (gasp!)? There are so many different flavors and types these days, you could have a fun evening taste testing and investigating everyone’s favorite way to eat them.

No Homework Day:

This is going to be a favorite!! The usefulness of homework has been debated for years. Regardless of your stand, have fun making a big deal of no homework on this day. I’m a huge believer in advocating for your kids and family traditions. If you choose to celebrate, send a fun note to your kids’ teachers letting them know about this observance and that your kids will be back at it the following day.

March 7

Middle Name Pride Day:

This holiday changes every year. It’s part of the Celebrate Your Name Week — and falls on the first full-week Friday of March. Some more useless trivia for you — I don’t have a middle name. My mom wanted to keep records simple, and she thought having a maiden name would serve as a middle name eventually. I don’t think that counts, actually. Today, share with your kids how you got (or didn’t get) your middle name. Talk about their middle name. If they could choose their own middle name, what would it be? Mine would be . . . Serin. But that’s a story for another day.

Flapjack Day:

Commemorate this day by having flapjacks for breakfast. My kids loved having breakfast for dinner, so you can make a big deal out of this when you’re not so rushed to get out of the house in the morning. HOWEVER — if you’re not from America, these two items (a pancake and a flapjack) are not the same thing. Check out the AllRecipes.com article about the difference and recipes for both.
Regardless, how many different toppings do you put on your flapjacks?

March 8

International Women’s Day:

This March holiday has been around since 1911. Click the picture for more information. Whether you have daughters or not, you can celebrate this day with your family and help further gender equality. Celebrate women who have done great things. Our family loves movies, and Katie Couric’s top two pics are also mine. I will be watching Hidden Figures on March 8th. Feel free to watch with me.

Day of Unplugging:

In our modern world, so much time is spent plugged into our phones, TVs, tablets, gaming devices, and social media that we are unplugged from each other. From sundown on the 7th til sundown today, try unplugging from your electronics and plugging into each other. Play a game. Talk about your day. Go outside and explore. At the end of the day, discuss what it was like to be without your electronics.

March 9

Daylight Savings (2025):

If you live in Arizona in the USA, this holiday is a day to rub it in everyone’s faces that you don’t have to suffer through the jetlag of adapting to getting up an hour earlier — or trying to get your kids to go to bed an hour earlier — when it’s still VERY light outside. If you live in one of the many states the observes Daylight Savings, you could throw a party, similar to New Year’s Eve. Make a big deal of letting everyone stay up late and at midnight, move the cloth forward to 1 am. (or at 11, change the time to 12.) Thankfully, everyone can sleep in, but be prepared for that early bedtime. Another idea is to reward everyone who helps change the clocks in the house the night before with a treat — like an ice cream party.

Meatball Day:

Don’t know what to cook for dinner? No problem on this night. Teach your children your family’s traditional meatball recipe. Don’t have one? Choose one of many recipes from around the world – frikadellers, kofteh, polpette, albondigas.

March 10

Mario Day:

MAR10 — get it? MARIO. Sounds like it’s time for a Mario Marathon. What’s your favorite Mario game? Do you think you can beat your kids at the game? Have a Mario Olympics. Serve some pizza or other Italian food and have fun!!

Pack Your Lunch Day:

Did your mom pack you a lunch for school? Is it something you already do every day? Today, mix it up and let your kids pack your lunch while you pack theirs. Or let the kids pack their own lunch with whatever they want. Plan ahead so you have their favorites on hand. Will you be brave enough to eat whatever they pack for you? For healthy ideas that your kids can help make, check out this great article with pictures.

March 11

Johnny Appleseed Day:

Today we thank Johnny Appleseed for planting all those apple trees. Was there a real Johnny Appleseed? Yep. His name was John Chapman. His mission was to make sure no one went hungry. There are many ways you can celebrate with apples, or you can go a step further and donate to a food bank.

Promposal Day:

The teen years can be a lot of fun if you embrace the diverse ways of celebrating their stage of life. Prom can be especially fun. Promposal Day was created to encourage teens to ask their date to prom in fun and unique ways. I love these memories! They have involved chickens, hidden messages in cakes, stuffed animal surgery, candy posters, and treasure hunts. Hmmm — maybe that’s my next blog! Have fun with your high schooler today.

March 12

Plant a Flower Day:

There’s something about flowers that simply makes people glad. Whether it’s the pleasing scent, the beautiful blooms, or the amazing colors, flowers bring joy. On this National Plant a Flower Day, let’s celebrate that joy and make memories planting flowers together. Here are some ideas:

• Plant seeds or flowers for each person’s birth flower. Depending on where you live, you can start them inside or outside.
• Decorate a flowerpot to plant in.
• Take a walk in a garden or park and talk about what you see, hear, and smell. Discuss what your favorite thing about spring is.
• Visit a florist and learn about what flowers bloom when.

Baked Scallop Day:

Scallops are a people pleaser no matter where you live. If you’re by the sea and can get them fresh, I’m super jealous. They are low fat, and they’re mild, buttery flavor goes great with almost any side dish. There are a variety of sizes and types. You can have the grilled, smoked, sauteed, or better yet, try them baked for National Baked Scallop Day. We almost always smoke ours, but you can bet today I’m trying this version (and many others she has) from Will Cook For Smiles. What’s your favorite way to have scallops?

March 13

Good Samaritan Day:

The term ‘Good Samaritan’ comes from the Bible. It is a parable about a person in need who is helped by the most unlikely of people. This holiday is linked to the tragic murder of Catherine Genovese in New York on March 13, 1964. It is believed that if people had intervened during that attack, she may have lived.

Today, talk about what it means to be a Good Samaritan. Encourage your family to look for ways to help someone that others might pass by. Share your own experiences of when someone showed kindness to you, or when you gave assistance to someone in need. On social media, use the hashtag #goodsamaritanday to bring awareness.

K-9 Veterans Day:

K-9s play an important role in many areas of service: border patrol, customs, military, FBI, Secret Service, and every day in our communities with law enforcement. I live near the I-40 and our county K-9 units detect drugs travelling this corridor all the time. On this day, each year, breeders and handlers honor these loyal companions. You can join them by:

• Learn about the war dogs in WWII.
• Watch movies or videos about dogs in the military. War dogs is a great one you can even donate to and help them with the series.
• Donate to an animal shelter near you.

March 14

National Children’s Craft Day:

As part of National Crafting Month, this day introduces kids to the useful hobby. Crafting is a great way to encourage motor skills, critical thinking, and self-esteem. If you’re a crafter, share a new technique with your child. Don’t worry if crafting is new to you, learning something together is a great bonding experience, as well. It doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be fun. Pick up some pom poms or pipe cleaners. Grab some glue. Why not try watercolors? You can always use yarn. For some great ideas for kids of all ages, click here.

Do you have too many craft items? Donate them to a school or foster care program. Invite kids and parents from your neighborhood and share your supplies with them.

Pi Day:

Got a math geek in the family? Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is the number 3.14 — the constant value in math that represents the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter. It also happens to be the birthday of Albert Einstein. Happily, a pie is a circle, as well as a great dessert to celebrate any occasion with. Check out my family’s favorite Grated Apple Pie recipe.

Check out these great Pi Day deals from stores that help you celebrate everything round — for $3.14. Then go for a 3.14 mile walk to work off those extra pizza, cookie, pie, and smoothie calories. If you’re a true math geek work a math lesson into the mix for fun!

March 15

Ides of March:

Ides is simply a word that means the middle day of the month in the ancient Roman calendar. Debts were settled on the Ides of each month. The Roman Emperor, Julius Caesar was ambushed and killed on the Ides of March. Debt and death . . . hmmm . . . no wonder this day seems unlucky. But it doesn’t have to be.

Throw a Toga Party and eat Little Caesar’s pizza — if you didn’t get your fill on Pi Day. Play monopoly and teach your kids about debt — and why you should avoid it. The Ides of March was mainly about politics, so you could discuss what politics is and watch the 2011 film of the same name with your older children.

Everything You Think is Wrong Day:

At first, I thought this day was for complaining about everything you think is wrong in the world. Nope. That’s not it. You have to say it correctly Everything you think . . . is wrong. It’s a day to realize that you make mistakes. Everyone has faults. Everyone does something wrong. Even you. BUT it can all be fixed, too. According to the creator of this day, you shouldn’t make any decisions on this day because everything will go wrong. It’s not an “official” holiday, but it’s a great day to discuss that it’s okay to make mistakes because we can work to correct them. I believe it’s an important concept to talk about with our kids.

• Tell a mistake you made when you were your kids’ age. What happened and how did you fix it?
• Think of something you don’t do well and how you’re going to improve.
• Share some strategies for making better decisions: getting enough sleep, making decisions early in the day rather than when you’re worn out, getting input from people who have experience, listing pros and cons, and taking your time instead of acting impulsively.

March 16

Everything You Do is Right Day:

What a great day to follow Everything You Think is Wrong Day. Today nothing is going to go wrong. Lift your chin and realize that you have plenty of things you do right. It makes me think of a fun game I heard about and have started to play with my grandkids. Unfortunately/Fortunately. You make up a scenario that unfortunately goes wrong and the other person finds a positive outcome to it. And you can switch. Like this:

Me: “I went to the store and unfortunately, there wasn’t any milk left.”

Kid: “Fortunately, there was a man giving away free milk in the parking lot.”

Turn this into a game you play all day long. If someone in the family has an “unfortunate” situation, find a way to turn it into a “fortunate” experience. You spill your drink on the table? Fortunately, you have a dad with a magic drink sucker upper (paper towels). Said a bad word? Fortunately, today you have a sudden loss of hearing. The house is dirty? Fortunately, you can play a cleanup game for 10 minutes and let the rest go for another day.

No Selfies Day:

Did you know that taking selfies can affect your mental health and become psychologically damaging? Research shows that a woman spends approximately 104 minutes a week trying to get the perfect selfie. They can be fun and capture great moments to remember for a long time, but today, let’s put those phones away and live in the moment. What can you do instead?

• Draw or paint portraits of each other and after 15 minutes reveal the pictures.
• Do an activity and enjoy being together without taking any pictures, just making memories.
• Go for a nature walk and enjoy taking pictures of nature without taking any photos of each other.

March 17 (The Official March Holiday Day?)

St. Patrick’s Day:

If you’re Irish, there’s a great cultural history in this holiday. For my family, who isn’t Irish, it was about all things green. Thank goodness for green food coloring. Green pancakes. Green milk. Green scrambled eggs. Spinach and cabbage and pistachio pudding. Be sure to wear green so you don’t get pinched. Click here for some other fun St. Patrick Day Ideas.

National Corned Beef & Cabbage Day:

Honestly, I’ve never had corned beef and cabbage. I fix cabbage, sausage, and rice all the time and it’s a family favorite. But seeing how Corned Beef and Cabbage DAY coincides with St. Patrick’s Day, I found a recipe I can throw in the crockpot and eat when I get home from a long day at work. MMMmmm!

March 18

March Madness:

Basketball fans know what this is all about. It’s not a holiday, but for college basketball fans in the United States it can feel like it. The single-elimination tournament for men’s college basketball consists of 68 teams and determines the NCAA Division 1 champion. If I’m counting correctly, it takes place in 13 different locations.

• Look at the schedule and locations and possibly get tickets to attend.
• Go to a basketball court at a park and invite friends and family to have your own tournament.
• Plan a TV watching party — like the Super Bowl — to watch the championship game.

National Ag Day:

In 2025, we celebrate National Ag Day on March 18th. Why is agriculture important? Nearly everything we eat, wear, or use is brought to us through agriculture. Cowboy Dan does a great job of explaining agriculture to kids.

1. To celebrate Ag Day, visit a local farm or farmer’s market.
2. Have a scavenger hunt and see how many different products in your home or around town that have the 4 Fs that Cowboy Dan talked about — locate the “grown” product on a label — loaf of bread, wool (blanket or sox), cotton (shirt), soybean (crayons), ethanol (at gas station), wood (table or chairs) etc.
3. If you have older kids in high school, watch this video together and discuss career choices that might come from agriculture.

March 19

Let’s Laugh Day:

One of my favorite sections of the Reader’s Digest (is my age showing?) is “Laughter, the Best Medicine”. Why is that saying so true? According to the Mayo Clinic, laughter actually causes physical changes in your body — for the better. In a world filled with stress, that’s important. And as I discussed earlier, our kids have plenty of stress too. Thanks to Laffy Taffy, we now have an official day to laugh til it hurts — or feels better, depending on how you look at it.

• Look up jokes on the internet and take turns telling them.
• Visit a comedy club or watch comics on YouTube.
• Play games together that make you laugh — Operation is a great one from my childhood. And if you haven’t watched Bluey yet, check it out because this show has a lot of games to make you laugh with your toddlers.
• Watch some comedies together before bed.

National Poultry Day:

What do you call a chicken that crosses the road? Poultry in motion. What better holiday to share with Let’s Laugh Day than National Poultry Day? There are so many chicken jokes!!! Choose one of these amazing 92 poultry dishes, share some maybe not-so-amazing poultry jokes. For more fun Poultry Day information and ideas, click here.

March 20

Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®:

Celebrated on the third Thursday of March each year, Camp Fire knew kids need this day. We might not think they have stress because they’re just kids, but they blame themselves more than you think when things go wrong. True, we need to let them know they’re Absolutely Incredible more than one day a year, but today is the perfect day to focus on how awesome your children are. On this day, write a note to your child, letting them know why they are amazing. Encourage grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends to join in. Leave little notes hidden under pillows, in lunch boxes, inside their backpacks — anywhere they’ll find them throughout the day. Send them a text message. Write it on the bathroom mirror. Blast them with positive words they can keep with them forever.

March Equinox:

March 21

International Day of Forests:

Join the world in recognizing the importance of forests today. I’m lucky enough to live close to the forests and I spend a great deal of my recreational time in them. The sound of the wind, the smell of warm bark in the summer, the sense of peace that comes from walking among the giant trees that have been here for hundreds of years. Take your children to the forest and collect some leaves or pinecones. Plant a tree in your yard or buy a plant for your home. Teach your children about the different types of trees and why they are so important — from redistributing water, to preventing soil erosion, to trapping carbon dioxide.

World Poetry Day:

Who’s your favorite poet? Do you have one? Is it Willliam Shakespeare — or Emily Dickinson — or Shel Silverstein? On World Poetry Day, have fun reading and learning some fun poetry from famous poets. Remember to make it fun as well as educational. One of my fondest memories is of my Momma reciting poetry — and not because it was super inspirational. Here’s one of the best.

There once was a man from the Amazon
Who slept with his wife’s pajamas on.
The reason for that
He was too fat
To sleep with his own pajamas on.

Unknown

March 22

Bavarian Crepes Day:

A Bavarian crepe is actually called a palatschinke. And like all crepes it’s a very thin pancake. Crepes are a wonderful dish that can be used for breakfast, a savory dish, or a dessert. My kids love me to make Norwegian pancakes — our version of crepes — for their birthday breakfast. The biggest difference in French crepes and Bavarian crepes is that you don’t let Bavarian Crepes rest before cooking. If I’m in a hurry, I don’t let mine rest.

Bavarian crepes are also known for being filled with Bavarian Cream. There are a variety of recipes for crepes. Feel free to use mine and fill it with a quick and easy recipe of Bavarian cream by mixing 1.5 c. whipping cream with 1 box (3.4 oz) of vanilla pudding. This is so easy, your little kids can make it. Or you can make it for real from this authentic recipe. For dinner, fill your crepe like an enchilada with any desired filling — chicken, beef, seafood, etc.

Goof Off Day:

Thankfully, National Goof Off Day falls on a Saturday in 2025. Unlike Ferris Bueller, you won’t need to skip school or work. Today, put off all the serious stuff — if you’re reading this another year, consider sluffing off work and pulling your kids from school — and just goof off.

• Be silly — wear your clothes inside out or backwards. Dance in the rain or do something you don’t normally do. My mother was once criticized for tap dancing with us on the carport and “looking foolish”. Let your silly out and have fun with your kids.
• No chores. Let the dishes go. Don’t clean the bathroom or do laundry. Let the beds go unmade. Today you’re all just goofing off.
• Have a movie marathon. What better day to watch all 7 Mission Impossible or Harry Potter movies. (It’s also Gryffindor Pride Day.) Make some popcorn and order a pizza.

March 23

Chips & Dip Day:

Every year, Chips and Dip Day is celebrated on March 23rd. There are so many different varieties of chips and dip out there, that the possibilities are endless. Potato chips, tortilla chips, bagel chips, banana chips. Ranch dip, salsa dip, hummus dip, cream cheese dip. Make homemade or buy it from the store.We like mixing our salsa with cream cheese and having it with corn torilla chips! Click here for a great shrimp dip recipe. It’s great with wavy potato chips.

Invite friends over and everyone bring their favorite variety to share — pot luck chips and dip — while you play games outside. Play a card or table game and munch on this delicious and easy to serve snack. Whatever you do, do it as a family and make a fun memory.

OK Day:

This slang term is more than 150 years old, although there’s debate over the origin. Is it spelled okay or OK? When you’re texting, is it okay to use okay or OK or should you now use Kk? (My boss responded “potassium” once because it is “K” on the elemental table.) You can say it without speaking a word — simply use your hands. (You might need to adapt the way you say it, based on the country you live.) And the meanings are numerous, too. It’s a noun/verb/adverb/adjective/interjection.

For fun you can explore the history of this word. Make it the word of the day and see how many times and ways you can use it. Check on a friend or loved one and see if they’re OK. Okay?

March 24

International Day for Achievers:

This global event honors those who have made amazing contributions; doctors, scientists, politicians, artists, etc. Today, honor the achievements of your family. Display your child’s art on the wall. Present an award (lightbulb) to Mom or Dad for their amazing contributions in keeping the lights on. Serve the kids favorite dessert in celebration of their ability to make their beds every day this week — or at least today. Celebrate the achievers, no matter how big or small.

Cheesesteak Day:

You don’t have to live in Philly to enjoy a good Cheesesteak. Today you know exactly what’s for dinner! Make it at home with this recipe or stop by your favorite Cheesesteak joint on the way home. And be sure to practice that famous Philadelphia accent while you eat together.

March 25

American Diabetes Alert Day:

Diabetes Alert Day is observed annually on the fourth Tuesday of March. It is sponsored by the American Diabetes Association to raise awareness about symptoms and risks of diabetes. Did you know that diabetes can affect almost every part of your body, including your brain, heart, skin, kidneys, nerves, and ears? Find out more and share the information with your family. Plan healthy meals together. Get out and exercise — whether it’s walking, playing basketball, or simply dancing crazy together before bed time.

International Waffle Day:

It’s interesting that this holiday has religious ties. In Sweden the pronunciation of Waffle Day (Våffeldagen) sounds very similar to the pronunciation of “Our Lady Day”, (Vårfrudagen) which was a celebration of the Virgin Mary’s conception. So why not celebrate both on the same day — March 25th? Religious or not, I’ll jump at any chance to eat waffles. I love making protein waffles with four simple ingredients: 6 lg eggs, 2 c. cottage cheese, 2 c. old fashioned oats, 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract (and a pinch of salt). Okay, that’s five ingredients, but everyone has that on hand, right? Your kids can help you make these. Throw everything in the blender or food processor and mix. The waffle iron does the rest. Top with whatever your family likes and enjoy!

March 26

Make Up Your Own Holiday Day:

This one’s my favorite because it can be whatever you like! Let your kids suggest what they want to celebrate and then everyone votes. Wear No Shoes Day (that’s already May 10th). Don’t Do Your Hair Day? Sleep in a Hammock Day? Go to School with Your Kid Day? Have fun being creative and doing it YOUR way!

If you want to make it official, here’s how.

Epilepsy Awareness Day (PURPLE DAY):

Over 50 million people are diagnosed with epilepsy worldwide. Today is the day to increase awareness about this brain disorder and decrease the fear and stigma that’s associated with it. If purple is your color, today is the day to wear it. Learn more about epilepsy and share that information with others. Wear purple with a sticker that says, “Ask me why I’m wearing purple.” Your family could make a short video and share it on social media. Become a Purple Day Ambassador.

March 27

Scribble Day:

All you doodlers out there, listen up. Today is your day. If you’re 3 years old, today is your day. No artistic ability? Today is your day. Let’s celebrate the art of scribbling/doodling — the stress-releasing, boredom breaker, and no-pressure art expression. Grab the crayons, the markers, the pencils, and paper. Put butcher paper on the wall and everyone create a mural. One of my favorite activities as a child was to scribble on a piece of paper and then my artistic sister would create a picture out of it. No matter your skill level, have fun

Major League Baseball Opening Day:

This isn’t the same day every year, but in 2025, it is March 27th. My husband looks forward to baseball season every year. For ten years in a row, our family attended the Diamondback’s home opener. We had to travel 3 hours, but we made a March Holiday out of it. Hot dogs, 7th inning stretch ice cream, sunflower seeds. When we couldn’t attend, we had those things at home. Set out blankets on the floor. Make banners and popcorn. Buy the best hot dogs you can afford — all beef, baby! Put on your team’s colors and cheer together. Believe me, when they are 30 years old, they will still talk about it.

March 28

Weed Appreciation Day:

Weeds are hard to appreciate. I know. But did you know that some are actually beneficial? They have medicinal properties and can be used as nutritional food and herbs. Dandelions are particularly important for bees, as it’s their first food source after a long winter.

• Learn why weeds are important to our ecosystem.
• Go on a nature walk and take pictures of beautiful weeds you find.
• Find edible weeds and put them in your salad.

Something on a Stick Day:

Have you been to a fair recently? It’s amazing what you can find to eat on a stick. Today, have fun eating every meal and even dessert from a stick — from shish-kabob to candy apples. Build a campfire and have hot dogs and smores. Is there a restaurant near you that serves food on a stick?

March 29

Smoke & Mirrors Day:

When I was little, every time I saw my Uncle Sterling, he would make a quarter disappear and then pull it out of my ear. Today is a great day to celebrate the wonder of magic. There are many skilled magicians in the past and present. It’s also a day to discuss the numerous practices of deception and how we can be wary of them. Here are some suggestions for celebrating this day together.

• Visit a magic shop and learn some magic tricks and help your children put on a magic show.
• Watch a movie about Houdini, or “Now You See Me”.
• Learn about scams going on in your area and talk about ways to avoid being tricked.

Vietnam War Veterans Day:

The Vietnam War was one of the longest wars for America — lasting from 1955 to 1975. It was controversial and many veterans came home to a not-so-friendly welcome. To make up for that wound, in 2017 this holiday was created so we can show our support and respect for anyone who fought during those 20 long years. As a family, you can fly a flag on this day. Donate money to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund. If you know someone who served and is comfortable talking about it, ask them to share stories. Watch a Vietnam War documentary together.

March 30

Take a Walk in the Park Day:

This sounds pretty self-explanatory, right? Taking a walk in the park is a great way to stay healthy without spending any money. Grab your shoes and the family and go to the park. Since it falls on a Sunday in 2025, you can plan a trip to a national park if there’s one close by. Enjoy nature and getting healthy together.

Virtual Vacation Day:

There are plenty of reasons people can’t take actual vacations. They might be too ill, disabled, lack the finances or time. In 2016 Terrance Talks Travel started this holiday. You can use a virtual reality headset or choose a YouTube channel to take you where you want to go. Go on a virtual tour of famous places. Make food that is special to the place you’re visiting. Wear tourist clothes. Let your imagination go wild and have fun making REAL memories.

March 31

Crayola Crayon Day:

Close your eyes and imagine opening that brand new box of Crayons. As a kid there was nothing better than a new box and fresh coloring book. When was the last time you sat down and colored with your kids? Well, today you can. Go to the store together and let everyone choose a new coloring book. Dollar stores have a pretty good selection. Then decide whether you’re going to get everyone their own box, or splurge on a giant box that has a multitude of shades. With over 400 colors to choose from, you’ll create some amazing pictures. Visit the Crayola website for ideas.

Eiffel Tower Day:

Enjoy Your March Holidays

I hope you found something you’re planning to do with your loved ones in March. Whether you celebrate only one thing together this month, something every week, or every day, I hope you make some wonderful memories with your family. Those are what get us through the rough patches. Enjoy your little ones, your teenagers, and your grown children.

Your Turn

Is there a March Holiday I didn’t mention that you enjoy every year? Tell me something you plan on doing. Share your experiences after the fact. What did you enjoy the most?