March 19th Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide

March 19th is a day filled with various holidays, celebrations, observances, and historical significance around the world. From international events to national holidays and religious commemorations and saints, this date holds special meaning for many cultures and communities. Explore the list of holidays, observances and saints celebrated on March 19th.

Holidays on March 19th

  • Las Fallas in Valencia, Spain.
  • Roman Catholicism and Church of England - Saint Joseph's Day for Saint Joseph of Nazareth, spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, stepfather of Jesus; patron saint of Belgium, a good death, carpenters hence also (alternative) Father's Day in Spain, Portugal, Belgium
  • Mojoday in Discordianism
  • The swallows return to Mission San Juan Capistrano in California.
  • The first day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.

Saints celebrated on March 19th

  • Saint Adeltrudis (d.670)
  • Saint Landoald