National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for March 2, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
These observances run for a full week; this calendar day falls inside the week.
Showing the first 12 on this date; there are more weekly observances. See the full weeks list for March.
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 2 throughout history
Carnegie Steel Company and Federal Steel Company merge creating United States Steel Corporation.
ABC broadcasts the Academy Awards ceremonies for the first time. Viewers tuned in to see their favorite movie stars receive their Oscars, including host Jack Benny, Jennifer Jones for Best Actress in The Song of Bernadette, and Paul Lukas for Best Actor in Watch on the Rhine.
Sony and Phillips introduced the compact disc to the United States for the first time.