March 20th Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide
March 20th 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 20th.
Holidays on March 20th
- Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
- Canberra Day
- Meat Out Day
- International Astrology Day
- New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
- The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
- The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.
Observances on March 20th
- International Day of Happiness
- French Language Day
Saints celebrated on March 20th
- Saint Alexandra
- Saint Herbert (died 687)
- Saint Wulfram (d.704)