Printable March Coloring Calendar
March is here and it is time for our 2026 Printable March Coloring Calendar. This fun and practical printable is perfect for helping kids stay organized while enjoying creative coloring pages for kids at the same time.
A monthly coloring calendar is a wonderful way for children to keep track of birthdays, school events, vacations, and family celebrations. When kids can see the days laid out in front of them, it helps them understand time, build anticipation for special events, and feel more involved in family planning.
This printable calendar works beautifully for classroom activities, homeschool planning, or family organization at home.
Important March 2026 Dates
Here are some special days in March 2026 you may want to mark on your calendar:
March 1: First Day of Women’s History Month
March 8: Daylight Saving Time Begins
March 15: Mother’s Day (UK)
March 17: St. Patrick’s Day
March 20: First Day of Spring
March 29: Palm Sunday
Easter falls on April 5, so March is the perfect time to start planning spring crafts and Easter classroom activities.
Supplies
White paper
Crayons, colored pencils, or markers
Instructions
Print one March Coloring Calendar for each child.
Set the children up at a comfortable table with their favorite coloring supplies.
Encourage them to decorate their calendar with shamrocks, rainbows, flowers, or other spring designs.
Help them write in birthdays, school projects, sports events, and family plans.
Display the finished calendar on a bulletin board, refrigerator, or bedroom wall so they can check off each day as the month goes by.
Fun Facts About March
The name March comes from “Martius,” the first month of the earliest Roman calendar. It was named after Mars, the Roman god of war.
March marks the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, bringing longer days and warmer weather.
Source: Wikipedia – March
Patterns, Templates and Printables
Click on the March Coloring Calendar image below to open the printable template in a new window. Print at full size for best results.
This March Coloring Calendar is a simple way to combine creativity, planning, and seasonal learning. Be sure to check back for more printable templates and easy crafts for kids throughout the year.
Teacher Friendly Educational Extension
Turn this printable calendar into an easy educational activity.
Math Connection
Have students count how many days are between holidays. Practice skip counting or simple addition by using the calendar dates.
Writing Prompt
Ask children to write about what they are most excited for in March. Younger students can draw a picture and dictate their sentence.
Science Discussion
Talk about the First Day of Spring. Discuss changes in weather, plants, and animals during the season.
Classroom Display Idea
Create a large March bulletin board and let each student contribute a small drawing for a special date.
This calendar is great!