The History of International Women's Day For more than 100 years, March 8 has been known as a special day for women.
This year marks the 108th International Women's Day.
It was first celebrated in 1911 in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland.
The United Nations made March 8 the official date in 1975.
It is a national holiday in Russia, and sales of flowers double around March 8.
In China, many women only work a half-day on March 8.
There is also an International Men's Day, celebrated on Nov.
19.
International Men's Day is not recognized by the United Nations.
