Mario Day 2026: New classics on Switch Online, limited‑time deals, and a final Galaxy Movie trailer

Mario Day 2026: What’s happening right now

It’s March 10, 2026—MAR10 Day—and Nintendo is marking the occasion with new classics on Nintendo Switch Online, nationwide discounts, competitive Mario Kart World events, in‑store celebrations, and a final look at The Super Mario Galaxy Movie ahead of its April theatrical release. (nintendo.com )

Why March 10 is “Mario Day”

The name is a visual pun: March 10 → “MAR10,” which looks like “MARIO.” Nintendo has leaned into the fan‑made tradition with annual activities, bundles, and digital sales. (nintendo.com )

The big picture for 2026

• Super Mario Bros. turns 40, and Nintendo is extending the anniversary spirit into MAR10 Day with fresh content, events, and promotions across its platforms. (nintendo.com )
• The Super Mario Galaxy Movie gets its final trailer in a dedicated Nintendo Direct that aired on March 9, 2026; the film opens in U.S. theaters on April 1, 2026. (nintendo.com )

New classics on Nintendo Switch Online today

Three retro titles arrive March 10 for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members: the Game Boy Advance version of Mario vs. Donkey Kong and two Virtual Boy titles, Mario Clash and Mario’s Tennis. Virtual Boy access requires the Virtual Boy app for Nintendo Switch/Nintendo Switch 2. (nintendo.com )

What to know

• Availability: Live March 10, 2026 (today) for active Expansion Pack members.
• Platform notes: Virtual Boy titles require the Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics collection on Switch/Switch 2. (nintendo.com )

Deals and dates: how to save this week

• eShop digital sale: The MAR10 Day Sale runs through Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT on Nintendo.com and the Nintendo eShop. (nintendo.com )
• Retailer promos: From March 8–14, select U.S. retailers are offering discounts on physical copies, including Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury at a suggested $39.99. Nintendo also spotlights Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV at $59.99 as the first first‑party Switch 2 title to go on sale. Check local listings for availability and pricing. (nintendo.com )

Tips to maximize savings

• Prioritize digital before March 15 (PT) if you want instant access and My Nintendo Gold Points on qualifying purchases. (nintendo.com )
• Compare retailer flyers for March 8–14 bundles or extras (some stores include bonuses or limited stock items). (nintendo.com )

Mario Kart World: three weeks of competition

Nintendo is running a My Nintendo Open Series inside Mario Kart World with three themed weeks. Enter via the in‑game Event IDs and earn 310 My Nintendo Platinum Points for participating (Americas). Key dates (all times PT):

• Week 1 — VS Race (Event ID 3101): Mar 5, 9:00 a.m. – Mar 11, 9:00 a.m.
• Week 2 — Coin Runners (Event ID 3102): Mar 11, 9:00 a.m. – Mar 18, 9:00 a.m.
• Week 3 — Knockout Tour (Event ID 3103): Mar 18, 9:00 a.m. – Mar 25, 9:00 a.m.

Platinum Points are claimable on or about April 1, 2026 via the Missions page. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to participate. (nintendo.com )

In‑person festivities and sweepstakes

• Nintendo Stores: Nintendo NEW YORK and Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO are hosting MAR10 Day activities and meet‑and‑greets with Mario. The San Francisco store posted a week of celebrations and a Mario Tennis Fever doubles tournament announcement in late February. (nintendo.com )
• Retail demos: Nintendo is scheduling retail demos—such as select Walmart locations—around MAR10 Day. Check the Mario portal for local details. (nintendo.com )
• Super Nintendo World sweepstakes: Through May 31, 2026, My Nintendo members in the U.S. can enter for a chance to win a trip for four to Super Nintendo World at either Universal Studios Hollywood or Universal Orlando. Official rules and entry are on My Nintendo. (nintendo.com )
• Theme park tie‑ins: Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando are rolling out limited‑time Super Nintendo World experiences to coincide with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, running daily from MAR10 Day (Mar 10) through April 13, 2026. (insideuniversal.net )

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie: what’s next

Nintendo’s final pre‑release Nintendo Direct for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie aired on March 9, 2026, capping months of trailers and reveals. The movie—produced by Illumination and Nintendo—opens April 1, 2026 in the U.S., with additional territories following in April. Official pages list the film’s date and cast and host the latest trailers. (nintendo.com )

How to celebrate today (March 10, 2026)

• Grab the Switch Online classics (including Mario vs. Donkey Kong on GBA and the two Virtual Boy titles) and try a level or two before the evening. (nintendo.com )
• Pick a discounted title before March 15, 11:59 p.m. PT, and compare retailer deals if you prefer physical copies. (nintendo.com )
• Jump into the Mario Kart World Open Series—Week 1 is live until March 11 at 9:00 a.m. PT. (nintendo.com )
• If you’re near New York or San Francisco, check the store pages for today’s activities; snag a Warp Pipe Pass if required. (nintendo.com )
• Rewatch the final trailer from yesterday’s Direct and circle April 1 on the calendar for the film’s U.S. opening. (nintendo.com )

Bottom line

This year’s MAR10 Day blends nostalgia with momentum: classic games land on Switch Online; discounts close on Sunday, March 15 (PT); competitive events run through March 25; and Mario’s big‑screen return hits U.S. theaters on April 1. Whether you celebrate digitally or in person, it’s a packed week for the Mushroom Kingdom. (nintendo.com )