Mother's Day

Mother's Day

Observance Variable

Mother's Day honors mothers and motherhood, celebrated on the second Sunday in May. It is a day to show appreciation for mothers with cards, gifts, and quality time together.

Mother's Day - Date

Year Date Day week
2026 05/10/2026 Sunday week 19
2027 05/09/2027 Sunday week 18
2028 05/14/2028 Sunday week 19
2029 05/13/2029 Sunday week 19
2030 05/12/2030 Sunday week 19

History

Anna Jarvis founded Mother's Day in 1908 to honor her own mother. President Woodrow Wilson made it a national holiday in 1914. It has since become one of the most commercially successful holidays in the United States.

Traditions

  • Giving cards and flowers to mothers
  • Taking mothers out to brunch or dinner
  • Giving gifts and showing appreciation
  • Making breakfast in bed
  • Spending quality time with family