March Madness

Tokyo's Cherry Blossom Festival runs from March 25 through about April 10.

From Mardi Gras to St. Patrick's Day to Purim to Holi to Nowruz (and let's not forget Pi Day!), this month is a standout for its many reasons to celebrate or commemorate around the world (slideshow): http://www.bbc.com/travel/slideshow/20140227-ten-events-not-to-miss-in-march