Women's Day in Belarus is a national holiday that honors women's achievements, contributions and roles in society. Rooted in the international movement for women's rights, it has become a beloved occasion marked by expressions of appreciation and affection. Across Belarus, people give flowers, gifts, and warm wishes to mothers, daughters, colleagues and friends making it one of the country's most cherished and joyful spring holidays.

When is Women's Day?

Women's Day in Belarus is celebrated on March 8 every year.

The following is the list of Women's Day from 2020 to 2049.

The History of Women's Day?

Women's Day in Belarus traces its origins to the early 20th-century international women's rights movement. The holiday began as a day of political activism, focused on equality, suffrage and better working conditions for women. Its roots go back to 1910, when Clara Zetkin, a German socialist leader, proposed an annual "International Women's Day" during a conference in Copenhagen to promote women's rights and solidarity across nations.

The first observance took place in 1911 in several European countries, and by 1913–1914, women in Russia and the surrounding regions, including present-day Belarus, began marking the day with rallies calling for peace and equality. Following the Russian Revolution of 1917, March 8 became a major symbolic date in the Soviet Union—commemorating women's role in social change and their contributions to building socialist society.

When Belarus became part of the Soviet Union, International Women's Day was officially adopted as a public holiday, recognized both for its political significance and for celebrating women's achievements in all areas of life—industry, education, science and family. Over time, the day's focus shifted from activism to appreciation and celebration, emphasizing respect, love and gratitude toward women.

After Belarus gained independence in 1991, the tradition continued. Today, March 8 remains a national holiday, with government offices and schools closed. It is celebrated with flowers, gifts, concerts and family gatherings, blending its historical roots in equality with a cultural emphasis on kindness, beauty, and the central role of women in Belarusian life.