National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for March 22, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
These observances last the full month; this date is part of that month-long celebration.
Showing the first 12 on this date; there are more month-long observances. See the full months list for March.
International and other global observances on this date (may include days, weeks, or months).
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.