Day Guide for Sunday March 22nd 2026 What are the holidays on March 22nd 2026?

This is our day guide for Sunday March 22nd 2026 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Holidays on March 22nd 2026

International: Nevruz

Novruz celebrates the Persian New Year, and the beginning of Spring

International: Eid al-Fitr Holiday

The festival of Eid al-Fitr, the Festival of Fast breaking, marks the end of Ramadan

Azerbaijan: Novruz Holiday

Novruz Bayrami is the most important holiday in Azerbaijan. It celebrates the Persian New Year, and the beginning of Spring

Regional

India (regional): Bihar Divas

Bihar Divas marks the formation of the state of Bihar on March 22nd 1912

Kazakhstan: Nauryz Holiday

Nauryz means 'new day', it is celebrated over several days from March 21st and marks Persian New Year which begins on the Vernal Equinox.

Malaysia: Hari Raya Aidilfitri Holiday

Marks the end of the fasting period of the Islamic month of Ramadan

Puerto Rico: Emancipation Day

Commemorates the abolishment of slavery in Puerto Rico on this day in 1873.

Observances on March 22nd 2026

USA: National Bavarian Crepes Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Bavarian Crepes Day

USA: National Goof Off Day

Goof Off Day is a Chance to Unwind and Embrace Playfulness.

United Nations: World Water Day

Join the global effort on World Water Day to tackle water issues, promote sustainable practices, and secure clean water access for everyone.

International: International Day of The Seal

Celebrate International Day of The Seal by discovering the vital role seals play in ocean health and learn how you can help protect these marine wonders.

United Kingdom: Daffodil Day

Celebrate Daffodil Day and learn how this bright spring bloom became a powerful symbol of hope and a vital fundraiser in the fight against cancer.

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General Information for March 22nd 2026
There are 7 public holidays today.
Day 81 of 2026
284 days left in 2026
Week 12 of the year
On this Day in History
2008 - The French swimmer Alain Bernard sets a world record of 47.50 seconds for the 100-metre freestyle long course after winning the European LC Championships.
1933 - Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp opens. Soon after, Anne Frank and her family flee Germany for neutral Holland.
1878 - The HMS Eurydice sinks off the coast of the Isle Of Wight.
1829 - The three protecting powers (Britain, France and Russia) establish the borders of Greece.