March 2026 TikTok Trends: Viral Moments You Need to Know
What's Trending on TikTok in March 2026
March 2026 is one of the biggest TikTok trend cycles of the year, and it is already reshaping the For You Page.
Harry Styles returns March 6 with Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally., giving creators a full album of dance-ready audio built for viral edits. Megan Moroney’s Cloud 9 continues to dominate, with “6 Months Later” leading breakup content and her Ed Sheeran duet “I Only Miss You” driving emotional storytelling. Don Toliver’s Octane remains in heavy rotation, powering friendship edits and choreography trends.
Beyond music, major cultural moments are fueling content opportunities. The 98th Academy Awards air March 15, Taylor Frankie Paul’s The Bachelorette premieres March 22, and high-profile releases like One Piece Season 2 and Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man are driving conversation across entertainment TikTok.
This is not just viral noise. March 2026 is packed with trending audio, built-in formats, and high-engagement moments your brand can leverage now.
Below, we break down the trends already gaining traction this month — plus how brands are showing up in the mix. Missed last month? Catch up on February's top trends here. And if you're planning ahead, don't forget to check out our FYP Report and our monthly TikTok Trend Reports for deeper strategy and creative opportunities.
Week of March 1, 2026 – Sunshine Cravings, Octane Energy & Cleaning Delusions
Trend #1: Sunshine Boy Trend
The Sunshine Boy trend is trending on TikTok as creators channel their deepest winter yearning through Rihanna's "Kiss It Better." The magic is in one specific lyric — "been waiting on that sunshine boy, I think I need that back" — which creators are using as a love letter to their summer selves. Photos of beach days, bikini moments, and sun-soaked trips paired with the lyric hit different when you're doom-scrolling in February. It's seasonal nostalgia weaponized into content, and it works because everyone collectively misses the version of themselves that existed in golden hour. The comments are all variations of the same feeling: take me back.
How to do it: Use the Rihanna "Kiss It Better" audio and add the on-screen text "been waiting on that sunshine boy, I think I need that back" over your best summer photo or footage. The highest-upside format is the carousel — slide one is you bundled up in winter, slide two is your summer era in full effect. The contrast sells the emotion. One strong summer photo works too if the vibe is right. Pick your most golden, sun-drenched shot and let Rihanna do the rest. Post now while the seasonal longing is peaking — once spring hits, the window closes.
Trend #2: "Just Gonna Put Something On The TV While I Clean" Trend
The "just gonna put something on the TV while I clean" trend is one of the most relatable formats trending on TikTok right now. The setup is simple: you add on-screen text saying you're just putting something on in the background while you tidy up, then show yourself completely frozen — broom in hand, vacuum untouched, laundry basket abandoned — fully hypnotized by whatever's on screen. The punchline is the clip playing on the TV, which needs to be something so captivating that no one could possibly look away. Think Justin Bieber at the Grammys, Alyssa Liu landing a flawless skating routine, or a heated rivalry scene from your favorite show. It works because everyone has lived this exact moment. You had intentions. The TV had other plans. The comments are just people confessing what show or moment would ruin their productivity forever.
How to do it: Film yourself holding a cleaning prop — vacuum, broom, Swiffer, laundry basket — and stand completely still, eyes locked on the TV (or in the direction of the screen). Add the on-screen text "just gonna put something on the TV while I clean" at the top. The key is the clip you choose: it needs to be universally captivating or hilariously specific to your interests. Screen-record or embed the clip so viewers can see exactly what's got you stuck. Commit to the frozen pose — the more dramatic the stillness, the funnier it lands. Don't overthink the setup; one clean shot of you not moving with a great TV moment does all the heavy lifting. Post while this format is still picking up speed.
Trend #3: "Do You Actually Want To Do This Or Not" Trend
The "Do You Actually Want To Do This Or Not" trend is taking over TikTok with a trending audio that unlocks a very specific core memory — being dramatically scolded during something that was supposed to be fun. Creators lip-sync or react to the audio while on-screen text reveals the absurdly low-stakes situation that triggered the outburst, like forcing a younger sibling through homemade worksheets or messing up a living room dance routine. Joe Jonas jumped in with a Disney-era callback about forgetting his lines on set, proving this one hits across every level of relatability. It works because everyone has that memory of someone (or being someone) who took a casual activity way too seriously. The comments are a goldmine of unhinged childhood confessions.
How to do it: Use the trending "do you actually want to do this or not" audio and choose your role — you can play the person delivering the line or the one receiving it. Film yourself with exaggerated reactions: an eye roll, hands thrown up, a defeated head shake. Add on-screen text that sets the scene with a specific, funny scenario. Specificity is everything here — "7-year-old me after I messed up our made-up dance routine" lands harder than anything vague. Keep it to one clean shot with strong facial acting and let the text carry the story. Post while the audio is climbing.
Trend #4: Don Toliver "E85" — "Like Dumber and Dumber" Trend
Don Toliver's "E85" is trending on TikTok, but it's the "like Dumber and Dumber" lyric that's truly running the app right now. Creators are using that specific moment in the track to showcase their most unhinged, chaotic friendship moments — the kind of clips that make you wonder how either person has survived this long. Think blurry videos of your best friend falling off a chair, failed cooking attempts that ended in smoke, or back-to-back clips of you both making the same terrible decision together. The format works because it celebrates the dumbest version of your friendships, and that's the version people love most. The comments fill up fast with "this is so us" tags, and the energy is pure joy. No one's trying to look cool here. That's the whole point.
How to do it: Use the "E85" by Don Toliver audio and time your content to the "like Dumber and Dumber" lyric. Pull together your funniest clips with your friend — saved Snapchats, camera roll chaos, screen recordings of unhinged FaceTime moments. Compile 3–5 clips and sync the best one to land right on that lyric. Carousel format works too if you've got photos that tell the story. The sillier and more specific the moments, the better it performs. Tag your friend, because duet reactions and stitched responses are driving a second wave of engagement. Post while the Octane album is still dominating FYPs.
Trend #5: Don Toliver "Call Back" Dance
Don Toliver's "Call Back" is fueling a viral TikTok dance trend with choreography originally created by @mai world that's taking over FYPs. The routine matches the track's smooth, hypnotic energy — fluid movements that feel effortless but look clean on camera. Dance trends tied to Don Toliver tracks have a history of blowing up (see: "No Idea," "No Pole"), and "Call Back" is following the same playbook. The Octane album rollout keeps feeding the app new sounds, and this one hit at the right time. Creators across skill levels are jumping in, which is the sign of a choreo that's approachable enough to learn but polished enough to flex. The comments are full of people tagging friends to learn it together.
How to do it: Search the "Call Back" by Don Toliver audio on TikTok and find @mai world's original video to learn the choreography. Watch it at half speed first to nail the timing — the moves sync to specific beats, so precision matters more than flair. Film in a space with enough room to move and use a front-facing angle so viewers can mirror the steps. Good lighting and a clean background let the dance speak for itself. Credit the choreographer with "dc: @mai world" in your caption. Post while the choreo is still spreading — early adopters always get the most traction on dance trends.
FAQ: March 2026 TikTok Trends
Q1: What major cultural moments will drive TikTok trends in March 2026?
March 2026 is stacked with trend fuel. The 98th Academy Awards air March 15 with Conan O'Brien hosting — expect glambot rankings, outfit tier lists, acceptance speech reactions, and Conan meme content to dominate FYPs for the full week surrounding the ceremony. Harry Styles releases Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. on March 6, his first album in nearly four years, which will flood the app with new audio for GRWM content, day-in-the-life montages, and transition videos. The Bachelorette Season 22 premieres March 22 with Taylor Frankie Paul — the first Bachelorette who didn't come from within the franchise — which means Bachelor Nation TikTok will be producing reaction content, contestant rankings, and drama breakdowns all month. Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 4 drops March 12 on Hulu, adding even more fuel to the Taylor Frankie Paul conversation. On the entertainment side, the live-action One Piece Season 2 hits Netflix March 10, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man debuts March 20, and Ryan Gosling stars in Project Hail Mary — all of which will generate cosplay, reaction, and edit content across the platform.
Q2: Which songs and albums are trending on TikTok in March 2026?
Harry Styles' lead single "Aperture" is already a go-to sound for cinematic day-in-the-life and GRWM content, and the full Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. album (March 6) will unlock 11 more potential trending audios. Megan Moroney's Cloud 9 (released February 20) is dominating country TikTok — "6 Months Later" hit No. 1 on country radio, "Beautiful Things" is climbing the Billboard Hot 100, and tracks like "Wish I Didn't" and her Ed Sheeran duet "I Only Miss You" are fueling breakup content and emotional carousels. Don Toliver's Octane continues to drive trends through tracks like "E85" (friendship compilations on the "like Dumber and Dumber" lyric) and "Call Back" (viral dance choreography by @mai world). Expect March to be one of the most musically rich months for TikTok audio in 2026, with three major album rollouts competing for FYP real estate simultaneously.
Q3: How will the Oscars affect TikTok content in March?
The Oscars generate a full week of TikTok content across multiple formats. Pre-ceremony, creators post prediction videos, nominee rankings, and "films you need to watch before the Oscars" watchlists. During the ceremony, glambot rankings and red carpet outfit breakdowns dominate — creators stack slow-motion red carpet footage with rating overlays, sort looks into best dressed and worst dressed tiers, and react to winner announcements in real time. Post-Oscars, the meme content explodes: acceptance speech audio gets remixed into relatable formats, awkward moments become reaction templates, and Conan O'Brien's hosting will almost certainly produce quotable audio that creators repurpose for weeks. Brands in fashion, beauty, and entertainment should prepare content templates in advance and post within 24–48 hours of the ceremony to catch the engagement wave.
Q4: Should brands create content around The Bachelorette premiere?
If your audience skews female, 18–34, and pop culture–engaged — absolutely. Taylor Frankie Paul already has a massive TikTok following from Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, meaning her Bachelorette season comes with a built-in creator army ready to produce reaction content, contestant rankings, outfit breakdowns, and drama recaps from night one. The March 22 premiere on ABC (streaming next day on Hulu) will generate weekly content opportunities through at least mid-May. Food and beverage brands can create watch party content, beauty brands can build Bachelorette-themed tutorials, and lifestyle brands can tap into the weekly recap cycle. The "Before the First Rose" special airing after the Oscars on March 15 offers an early entry point before the season even begins.
Q5: What TikTok trend formats work best for spring transition content?
Spring transition content thrives in March as creators shed winter aesthetics for warmer tones. Expect seasonal glow-up carousels (winter outfit vs. spring fit), "romanticize your life" montages set to euphoric audio like Harry Styles' "Aperture," spring cleaning transformations (room makeovers, closet purges), and goal-check content where creators revisit their January resolutions. GRWM content shifts toward lighter makeup looks and transitional fashion. For brands, spring transition formats work across nearly every vertical — fashion (seasonal wardrobe refreshes), beauty (lighter routines), food (seasonal recipe shifts), and home (refresh and organization content). The key is pairing the seasonal narrative with a trending sound to capture both search intent and algorithmic momentum.
Q6: What entertainment releases should content creators watch for in March 2026?
March is loaded with content opportunities beyond music. Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 drops March 4 on Disney+, which will spark superhero cosplay, edit, and reaction content. One Piece Season 2 (Netflix, March 10) will drive anime TikTok into overdrive with side-by-side manga comparisons, cosplay transitions, and character ranking debates. Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man (Netflix, March 20) brings Tommy Shelby back for a feature film — expect edit content and audio pulls from the trailer. Project Hail Mary (March 20) stars Ryan Gosling in a sci-fi adaptation that book lovers have been anticipating for years. Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 4 (Hulu, March 12) will generate reality TV reaction content that dovetails perfectly with Taylor Frankie Paul's Bachelorette premiere ten days later. Brands and creators should monitor which releases generate the strongest audio and format opportunities in the first 48 hours after each debut.
