March Could Do List – Fun Ideas, Spring Crafts & Celebrations for Families

March is a time of transition, as we shake off the winter blues and welcome the longer, lighter days. Spring is just around the corner, bringing fresh starts, new blooms, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy simple pleasures. This March Could Do List for 2026 is packed with seasonal ideas, awareness days, and gentle prompts – no pressure, just inspiration.

As always, these are things you could do, not things you have to do 💛

🌿 Get Ready for Spring

Celebrate the Spring Equinox (March 20th) – mark the changing seasons with a nature walk or a bit of garden prep.
Plant early spring flowers – daffodils, crocuses, and tulips are perfect for adding a splash of colour! It is plant a flower day on March 12th.
Declutter your home in time for the new season – a mini spring clean can be a great mood booster – get the kids involved too.

☘️ Celebrate Special Days

St. David’s Day (March 1st) – If you’re in Wales or just love Welsh culture, why not enjoy a bowl of cawl, bake some Welsh cakes, or do some daffodil crafts?
World Book Day (March 5th, UK & Ireland) – Encourage reading by sharing a favourite book with your kids, dressing up as a book character, or visiting your local library.
St. Patrick’s Day (March 17th) – Embrace all things green or rainbow! Get crafting with shamrocks, enjoy a traditional Irish meal, or try baking soda bread.
Nowruz (March 20-21st) – The Persian New Year, a great time for fresh starts, cleaning, and celebrating renewal.
Mother’s Day (UK – March 15th) – Treat mum (or yourself!) to a homemade gift, a relaxing day, or simply make them a homemade card as a show of appreciation.
Palm Sunday (March 29th) – The start of Holy Week, often marked with palm crosses and celebrations. A lovely time to reflect, attend a service, or get crafty with homemade palm leaf decorations.

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🎨 Craft & DIY Fun

Make a DIY cake case daffodil bouquet – perfect for St. David’s Day or as a spring decoration.
Have fun with Holi-inspired colour play (March 3rd) – create bright paintings, experiment with colour mixing, or even try a DIY chalk powder craft.
Try a book-themed craft for World Book Day, like making big nose bookmarks or designing your own book cover.
We have some great Spring Craft ideas for kids.

🎗 Awareness Days & Acts of Kindness

International Women’s Day (March 8th) – Celebrate the amazing women in your life or learn about inspiring female figures in history. We have a great female faces colouring page.
World Wildlife Day (March 3rd) – Create a small wildlife-friendly spot in your garden with bird feeders or bug hotels.
World Water Day (March 22nd) – Teach kids about water conservation by making a rainwater collector or turning off the taps while brushing teeth.
International Day of Happiness (March 20th) – Write down 5 things that bring you joy or spread kindness with a simple compliment or note.

🏡 Spring Home & Garden

Start planning your spring/summer garden – even a small window box can bring fresh herbs and flowers into your home. Make some fun Herb pun plant pots or patchwork fabric ones.
Open the windows, air out the house, and give your home a good spring refresh.
Try making a DIY bird feeder to support wildlife as they prepare for nesting season.

🍽 Tasty Treats to Try

Celebrate Pi Day (March 14th) with a homemade pie – sweet or savoury, you decide!
Bake traditional Irish soda bread for St. Patrick’s Day – super simple and delicious.

🌙 Religious Festivals & Celebrations

Ramadan continues (evening of Wednesday 18th February – evening of Thursday 19th March 2026)– ) – A time of reflection, fasting, and togetherness for the Muslim community. We have some fab colouring pages for Eid and Ramadan.
Eid al-Fitr (March 20th – March 21th) – Marking the end of Ramadan with feasting and celebrations.
Purim (March 3-4th) – A Jewish festival filled with joy, storytelling, and delicious hamantaschen cookies.

💤 Look After Yourself

With World Sleep Day (March 13th), make an effort to improve your sleep routine by setting a regular bedtime or trying a relaxing wind-down routine.
Take a mental health walk – even 10 minutes outside can work wonders.
Treat yourself to a slow morning – enjoy a warm drink, a book, or just a moment of quiet before the rush of the day.

March is a month of new beginnings, fresh air, and simple joys. Whether you’re celebrating a festival, crafting with the kids, or just enjoying the change in season, there’s plenty to do. What’s on your March Could Do list? Let me know in the comments! 😊