National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for March 22, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
March 22, 2026 celebrates National Goof Off Day, plus 3 more.
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Serving up a light and airy dish, March 22nd annually recognizes National Bavarian Crepes Day.
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March 22 is National Health Care Rights Day on the National Day Calendar. Today, we are raising awareness about the importance of making people aware of their health care rights, especially those who are facing a chronic or serious medical condition. Join in our conversation about important decision-making that will support the health and well-being of patients so they can focus on their recovery and maintain their quality of life.
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National West Virginia Day on March 22nd recognizes the last state to be created from one of the original thirteen colonies.
Read the full story →Events that occurred on March 22 throughout history
The first Stanley Cup championship series begins. Montreal defeats Ottawa.
The National Football League (NFL) officially adopts the 2-point conversion rule. The rule gives the offense the option to scrimmage after a touchdown from the 2-yard line to the endzone for 2 extra points versus kicking for a single extra point.
At the age of 14 years 10 months, Tara Lapinski becomes the youngest World Figure Skating Champion. Less than a year later, she would also become the youngest Olympic figure skating gold medalist when she competes at the Olympic Winter Games in Nagano, Japan.
The first international pillow fight flash mob took place in 25 cities around the world.
Longer-running observances that include this date.
National Craft Month
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National Women's History Month
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National Social Work Month
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National Nutrition Month
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National Kidney Month
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Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
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Irish-american Heritage Month
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National Trisomy Awareness Month
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Red Cross Month
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Music In Our Schools Month®
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National Celery Month
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National Noodle Month
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