There are no federal holidays in March 2027. Banks, post offices and federal offices stay open all month, but several well-known observances still land on the calendar, including Daylight Saving Time on March 14, St. Patrick’s Day on March 17 and Easter on March 28.
The sections below list every date worth knowing, split into federal, state and popular observances, so you can plan work schedules, travel and events.
March 2027 Holidays List USA at a Glance
| Date | Day | Holiday or Observance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 1 | Monday | Women’s History Month begins; Casimir Pulaski Day (Illinois) | National observance / State holiday |
| March 2 | Tuesday | Texas Independence Day; Read Across America Day | State holiday / Observance |
| March 5 | Friday | Employee Appreciation Day | Observance |
| March 8 | Monday | International Women’s Day | Observance |
| March 9–10 | Tue–Wed | Eid al-Fitr (date depends on moon sighting) | Religious |
| March 14 | Sunday | Daylight Saving Time begins; Pi Day | Time change / Observance |
| March 17 | Wednesday | St. Patrick’s Day | Cultural |
| March 20 | Saturday | First day of spring (March equinox) | Seasonal |
| March 21 | Sunday | Palm Sunday | Religious |
| March 22 | Monday | Holi | Religious / Cultural |
| March 23 | Tuesday | Purim (begins at sundown March 22) | Religious |
| March 25 | Thursday | Maryland Day | State holiday |
| March 26 | Friday | Good Friday; Prince Kuhio Day (Hawaii) | Religious / State holiday |
| March 28 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Religious |
| March 29 | Monday | Seward’s Day (Alaska) | State holiday |
| March 31 | Wednesday | Cesar Chavez Day | State holiday |
For a full-year view with every federal holiday and major observance, use the 2027 US holiday calendar.
Federal Holidays in March 2027
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management confirms that there are no federal holidays in March 2027. Federal law recognizes 11 public holidays each year, and none of them fall in March.
State and Regional Holidays in March 2027
Some states mark their own holidays in March. Whether your employer closes depends on state law and company policy, so confirm with HR before you plan around them.
- Casimir Pulaski Day (March 1): Observed in Illinois on the first Monday of March.
- Texas Independence Day (March 2): A state holiday in Texas, though many state offices stay open.
- Maryland Day (March 25): Celebrates the 1634 arrival of the first settlers in Maryland.
- Prince Kuhio Day (March 26): A Hawaii state holiday honoring Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole.
- Seward’s Day (March 29): Alaska observes it on the last Monday of March.
- Cesar Chavez Day (March 31): Recognized as a state holiday in California and Colorado, and an optional holiday in Texas.
Good Friday, on March 26, is a paid state holiday in a handful of states, including Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Indiana, New Jersey, North Dakota and Tennessee. The New York Stock Exchange also closes that day.
Also see: March 2027 Calendar
Popular Observances and Events in March 2027
Daylight Saving Time (March 14). Clocks move forward one hour at 2 a.m. local time, so you lose an hour of sleep. Most of the country follows the change, but Arizona (except the Navajo Nation) and Hawaii do not.
St. Patrick’s Day (March 17). It is not a day off, but it is a major spending event. The National Retail Federation projected a record $7.7 billion in spending for 2026, with about three in five consumers planning to celebrate.
Easter and Holy Week (March 21–28). Easter falls on March 28, which is earlier than in many recent years. Palm Sunday is March 21, Holy Thursday is March 25 and Good Friday is March 26.
Women’s History Month (all of March). Presidents have issued a proclamation for this month every year since 1995. International Women’s Day follows on March 8.
Eid al-Fitr, Holi and Purim. Eid al-Fitr ends Ramadan and is expected around March 9 or 10, depending on the lunar calendar and moon sighting. Holi is on March 22, and Purim begins at sundown on March 22 and continues through March 23.
First day of spring (March 20). The March equinox arrives on a Saturday, which makes it an easy weekend to schedule outdoor events.
FAQs About March 2027 Holidays
Are there any federal holidays in March 2027?
No. The U.S. Office of Personnel Management lists no federal holidays in March 2027. The next one after Washington’s Birthday on February 15 is Memorial Day on May 31.
What holidays are in March 2027?
The main dates are Daylight Saving Time and Pi Day on March 14, St. Patrick’s Day on March 17, Holi on March 22, Good Friday on March 26, Easter on March 28 and Cesar Chavez Day on March 31. Women’s History Month runs all month.
Is St. Patrick’s Day a federal holiday?
No. St. Patrick’s Day is a cultural holiday, so banks, schools and government offices stay open. Only Suffolk County, Massachusetts, treats March 17 as an official local holiday, tied to Evacuation Day.
When is Easter in 2027?
Easter Sunday is March 28, 2027. Good Friday is March 26 and Palm Sunday is March 21.
Is Good Friday a federal holiday?
Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 14, 2027, at 2 a.m. Clocks jump forward to 3 a.m.
Are banks open in March 2027?
Yes, banks follow the Federal Reserve holiday schedule, which has no holidays in March. Some branches may adjust hours on Good Friday or Easter Sunday.
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