March 21

Observed on March 21, Early Music Day brings together ensembles, scholars, and enthusiasts of pre-classical music. Concerts, masterclasses, and lectures spotlight instruments such as the lute, recorder, and viola da gamba. Historical performance practices are explored through workshops on ornamentation, tuning, and repertoire. Early music festivals and academic institutions collaborate to promote research and audience engagement. This day fosters a deeper understanding of music history and its rich cultural legacy.

Established in 2008 by the International Colour Association, this observance falls on March 21 each year. The date coincides with the spring equinox, symbolizing balance and harmony through color. Color experts, artists, and designers host exhibitions, workshops, and talks on color theory and applications. Events explore color psychology, cultural symbolism, and the role of color in communication and technology. International Colour Day encourages creative experimentation and cross-disciplinary collaborations around color.

Established by UNESCO in 1999, World Poetry Day promotes reading, writing and teaching of poetry across diverse communities. Poets, publishers and educational institutions organize readings, workshops and open-mic events to share new and classic works. The day underscores poetry’s role in preserving intangible heritage, fostering intercultural dialogue and promoting linguistic diversity. Schools often hold competitions and community festivals to encourage youth engagement with poetic arts. World Poetry Day highlights how verse transcends barriers and connects people through shared rhythms of language.

World Puppetry Day is celebrated annually on March 21 to honor the art of puppetry worldwide. Established by UNESCO and the International Puppetry Association UNIMA in 2003, this day highlights the cultural significance of puppet theater and figure manipulation. Puppetry combines storytelling, craftsmanship, and performance through various techniques such as hand, rod, string, or shadow puppets. Around the globe, artists and cultural institutions host puppet festivals, workshops, exhibitions, and community events. The celebration promotes artistic innovation, cross-cultural exchange, and inspires audiences of all ages to discover the magic of puppets.