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