March 21 Holidays & Observances
7 holidays observed on March 21 in the 2026–2030 window.
Palm Sunday religious · International 2027: Mar 21 International Day of Forests awareness · International Every year World Poetry Day culture · International Every year World Down Syndrome Day awareness · International Every year International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination awareness · International Every year National Tiramisu Day food drink · National Every year Benito Juárez Birthday national · National Every year
Floating holidays on March 21
These observances only land on March 21 in certain years.
| Holiday | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Sunday | — | Mar 21 · Sun | — | — | — |
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March calendar →March 21 — quick answers
- How many holidays fall on March 21?
- In the 2026–2030 window, 7 holidays and observance fall on March 21: Palm Sunday, International Day of Forests, World Poetry Day, World Down Syndrome Day, International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, National Tiramisu Day, and more.
- What is celebrated on March 21?
- March 21 is home to Palm Sunday, International Day of Forests, World Poetry Day and other observances. Each one has its own page with history and a live countdown.
- Are any March 21 holidays public holidays?
- None of the observances on March 21 are US federal holidays; they are celebrated informally by people, brands and communities.