March brings us Dr. Seuss' Birthday (March 2), the beginning of Daylight Saving Time (March 10), and St. Patrick's Day (March 17)! The days continue to get longer and summer feels like it's right around the corner! March is one of those in-between months of transitioning from winter to spring, when we can start to smell spring in the air!
But this change of seasons isn't the only reason to celebrate March. Here are family-friendly holidays and events you and your kids can celebrate this month:
Celebrate these things all month long:
- Music in Our Schools Month
- National Celery Month
Enjoy ants on a log as a snack. Start with your celery. Add peanut butter or cream cheese. Then top with raisins, blueberries, grapes, chocolate chips, pretzel pieces or whatever you like. - National Craft Month:
Try these crafts: - National Irish American Heritage Month
- National Nutrition Month
Read Across America Day & Dr. Seuss' Birthday, March 2
Many schools celebrate Read Across America Day each year. You can celebrate at home too by visiting your local library or reading together as a family. Need some book suggestions? Check out these books suggested by the National Education Association, which celebrates an array of experiences and cultures.
Did You Know? Dr. Seuss' actual name was Theodor Seuss Geisel. He was born on March 2, 1904.
- Page to Plate: Book-Inspired Eats for Read Across America
- Dr Seuss' Thing 1 and Thing 2
- Green Eggs & Ham
- Curl up with Dr. Seuss!
- Celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday March 2 With a Cat in the Hat Craft
International Women's Day, March 8
International Women's Day is a global day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women while also marking a call to action for gender parity. Mark the day by celebrating women's achievements, raising awareness about women's equality, or fundraising for women-focused charities. March is also Women's History Month.
Daylight Saving Time, March 10
It's time to spring forward! That means you set your clocks ahead an hour, which means the sun sets at a later hour, which means ... summer is on its way! Second Sunday in March
Pi Day, March 14
3.1415926535... But most people shorten it to 3.14 (the same as March 14). How should we celebrate? With pie, of course! Try this amazing apple pie recipe that is sure to add up to a totally happy family (see what I did there?) Fun Fact! March 14 also happens to be Albert Einstein's birthday. Here's 4 other ways to Celebrate Pi Day.
St. Patrick's Day, March 17
Did you know? Wearing green is a tradition that dates back to a story written about St. Patrick in 1726. St. Patrick (c. AD 385–461) was known to use the shamrock to illustrate the Holy Trinity and to have worn green clothing. Looking for St. Patrick's Day fun for your kids?
- 17 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
- Interview with a Leprechaun
- Easy Glitter Slime Recipe for St. Patrick’s Day
- A St. Patrick's Day Favorite: The Triple Decker Corned Beef Special
- St. Patrick’s Day Sweets
- St. Patrick's Day Play Dough
- Leprechaun Masks - St. Patrick's Day Craft
- Three Easy Saint Patrick's Day Crafts for Preschoolers
First Day of Spring, March 19
Oh, happy day. Watch the National Geographic video above to learn about equinoxes.
World Down Syndrome Day, March 21
World Down Syndrome Day is observed the 21st day of the 3rd month each year to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome causing Down syndrome. On this day, people with Down syndrome along with their families and friends participate in activities and events to raise public awareness and advocate for people with Down syndrome. You can start at home by helping your child learn to embrace differences in all.
National Single Parent's Day, March 21
Support a single parent today! How? Let them know you see how many self-sacrifices they make for their kids. Bring them a meal. Offer childcare. Listen, so they know they're not alone. Share Macaroni KID with them so they can make the most of the time they have to spend with their children.
National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day, March 29
National Mom & Pop Business Owners Day is an opportunity to celebrate the family-owned businesses that make communities diverse and vibrant. These are the small businesses that might not make the news often, but are creating jobs, reinvesting in our community, and supporting local nonprofits and initiatives. Support your favorite mom and pop business today! March 29
Easter, March 31
This holiday marks the date Christians believe Jesus was resurrected. It's also a day kids look forward to because the Easter bunny visits! Check our event calendar for local Easter Egg Hunts!
Other fun days and activities for your family to enjoy:
March 1 - Peanut Butter Lovers Day
John Harvey Kellogg invented a peanut butter paste in 1895 to make an easily digestible food for patients at the Battle Creek Sanitarium. Fun Fact! It takes about 540 peanuts to make a 12-ounce jar of peanut butter.
- No-Bake Peanut Butter, Oatmeal and Chocolate Chip Energy Balls
- Peanut Butter Brownie Cupcakes
- Easy Peanut Butter Roll Ups
- Chewy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Snowballs
- Peanut Butter & Jelly Smoothie
March 6 - Dentist’s Day
March 12 - Plant a Flower Day
Gardening is a great way to get the kids outside and improve your health. With spring around the corner, it's time to plants flowers.
March 25 - Waffle Day
March 27 - World Theatre Day
March 30 - Take a Walk in the Park Day
Fayette and Coweta Counties have lots of parks and hiking trails that are perfect for taking a walk.
- Coweta Parks & Playgrounds Guide
- Fayette Parks & Playgrounds Guide
- Hiking Trails around Coweta & Fayette
