March 8 Holidays & Observances
5 holidays observed on March 8 in the 2026–2030 window.
Floating holidays on March 8
These observances only land on March 8 in certain years.
| Holiday | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daylight Saving Time Begins | Mar 8 · Sun | — | — | — | — |
| World Sleep Day | — | — | — | — | Mar 8 · Fri |
| World Kidney Day | — | — | — | Mar 8 · Thu | — |
| Commonwealth Day | — | Mar 8 · Mon | — | — | — |
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March calendar →March 8 — quick answers
- How many holidays fall on March 8?
- In the 2026–2030 window, 5 holidays and observance fall on March 8: International Women's Day, Daylight Saving Time Begins, World Sleep Day, World Kidney Day, Commonwealth Day.
- What is celebrated on March 8?
- March 8 is home to International Women's Day, Daylight Saving Time Begins, World Sleep Day and other observances. Each one has its own page with history and a live countdown.
- Are any March 8 holidays public holidays?
- None of the observances on March 8 are US federal holidays; they are celebrated informally by people, brands and communities.