March 8th, 2025, take note peeps! It’s not just another day; it’s the day that the world takes a halt to honour the pulse of humankind, Women. From your mother who never allowed you out the door without having food in your belly (no matter if you didn’t even like it then) to your best friend who has your six when you’re complaining about life (you know who you are), this day is dedicated to every woman on the planet—International Women’s Day 2025.
But why do we celebrate Women’s Day on March 8th?
It’s not a random date on the calendar either. March 8th is International Women’s Day, officially, and it has been observed for over a century. The day has origins in the labour movement, but today it is celebrated globally as a day for women’s triumphs, resilience, and strength. Since 1908 when women marched initially for better work conditions and voting rights, this day has emerged as a symbol of what it means to be stronger together. And guess what, the battle isn’t over yet, but March 8th allows us the opportunity to catch our breath, take a look around, and keep fighting towards equality. And that’s the history of International Women’s Day.
Why on March 8, you might ask, do we honour International Women’s Day? It is because March 8 is when we remember the struggles of what women overcame, what women still overcome day after day. From historic pioneering leaders and champions to back-seat warriors doing quietly the best child-rearing and community tilting to challenge the existing conditions in unthought-of and unrestrained means, March 8th is our collective word cry.
Women’s Day Celebration Ideas: Let’s Make It Fun!
So, whether you’re a happy mom, a teenager discovering your voice, or an adult simply looking for an entertaining way to participate in Women’s Day celebration ideas, the possibilities are truly endless for ways to make the day memorable. Here’s the lowdown of International Women’s Day activities that’ll keep everyone smiling (and photo-bombing for the ‘gram, too):
- This IWD 2025, wear Your Superpower (aka Purple, Green, and White) Wear your go-to purple dress or shirt because purple is a symbol of justice and dignity. Dress proudly, because today we celebrate YOU.
- Give a Little “You Got This” Feeling. Need to know a present idea that’ll capture hearts? Personalized International Women’s Day gifts for employees, buddies, or loved ones can be anywhere from bespoke totes to compassionate notes. The secret to the heart is personalization, especially if you stick in a snarky note that says something like, “Don’t let anyone dull your sparkle.”.
- Brunch Like a Boss Whether you brunch in person or virtually, go ahead and have brunch with the girls (and guys who back women). Celebrate, catch up, enjoy each other’s company, look back and see how many women have come, and even get them international Women’s Day gifts. Bonus if your breakfast contains waffles with empowered women motivational quotes printed on them. (Get those waffles to mouth: “You matter,” or “Strong women make history!”)
- Host a Women’s Day celebration idea in the office, Here’s the deal with the office vibe for a second. Whether you’re working in or out of the office or working from home, don’t forget to carry the IWD 2025 energy to work. You may have a lunch-and-learn session on how International Women’s Day came into being or bring in an inspirational speaker to hear their story. Or hey, just post a cute collage of powerful women all around the office, from Marie Curie to Serena Williams, and let everyone be reminded that we’re all part of something BIG.
- Stand Behind Women-Owned Enterprises Go big by shopping at your neighbourhood women-owned enterprises or buying some international Women’s Day Theme 2025 gear. Those earrings, candles, and tote bags might just be the ultimate present for yourself – because, honestly, we deserve it!
The International Women’s Day Theme 2025: Let’s Get Inspired
Each year, there is a theme that represents the heartbeat of the day. For IWD 2025, the theme is #AccelerateAction. It’s a call to action to each and every one of us, not only to women, to challenge inequality and bias. To respond to worldwide setbacks, including employment losses, heightened unpaid care work, and home violence that disproportionately hit women during the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to avoid leaving behind women in the post-pandemic recovery. To call on immediate action to accelerate progress toward gender equality.
Wrap It Up with a Sweet Note
Ladies, gentlemen, teenagers, and queens, let’s get something straight: International Women’s Day 2025 is not about a single day. It’s about building a world in which the voices of women are heard, honoured, and valued every single day.
So, either dancing in the house to your go-to woman-empowering playlist, typing an empowering tweet or Facebook update, or even simply sending out a “thanks” message to the women who brought you up where you stand today – let it be worthy.
Happy International Women’s Day 2025. Let us continue to shatter the ceiling, raise the bar, and do it in style.
