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Pi Day Celebrates Math and Hope on March 14

3/15/2026

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  • Pi Day is celebrated annually on March 14 to mark the mathematical constant ?, whose first three digits are 3.14.
  • The holiday began in 1988 at the Exploratorium in San Francisco, organized by physicist Larry Shaw.
  • It has evolved into a global event promoting mathematics through competitions and educational programs.
  • This year coincides with International Mathematics Day, and its theme is 'Mathematics and hope,' highlighting math's role in addressing challenges.