When is Mother's Day?

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Mother's Day is celebrated on different dates in different countries. Here are the dates for the next 10 years in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.

United States

1. 2024 - Sunday, May 12

2. 2025 - Sunday, May 11

3. 2026 - Sunday, May 10

4. 2027 - Sunday, May 9

5. 2028 - Sunday, May 14

6. 2029 - Sunday, May 13

7. 2030 - Sunday, May 12

8. 2031 - Sunday, May 11

9. 2032 - Sunday, May 9

10. 2033 - Sunday, May 8

Canada

1. 2024 - Sunday, May 12

2. 2025 - Sunday, May 11

3. 2026 - Sunday, May 10

4. 2027 - Sunday, May 9

5. 2028 - Sunday, May 14

6. 2029 - Sunday, May 13

7. 2030 - Sunday, May 12

8. 2031 - Sunday, May 11

9. 2032 - Sunday, May 9

10. 2033 - Sunday, May 8

United Kingdom

1. 2024 - Sunday, March 31

2. 2025 - Sunday, March 30

3. 2026 - Sunday, March 29

4. 2027 - Sunday, March 28

5. 2028 - Sunday, March 26

6. 2029 - Sunday, March 25

7. 2030 - Sunday, March 31

8. 2031 - Sunday, March 30

9. 2032 - Sunday, March 28

10. 2033 - Sunday, March 27

Ireland

1. 2024 - Sunday, March 31

2. 2025 - Sunday, March 30

3. 2026 - Sunday, March 29

4. 2027 - Sunday, March 28

5. 2028 - Sunday, March 26

6. 2029 - Sunday, March 25

7. 2030 - Sunday, March 31

8. 2031 - Sunday, March 30

9. 2032 - Sunday, March 28

10. 2033 - Sunday, March 27

Australia

1. 2024 - Sunday, May 12

2. 2025 - Sunday, May 11

3. 2026 - Sunday, May 10

4. 2027 - Sunday, May 9

5. 2028 - Sunday, May 14

6. 2029 - Sunday, May 13

7. 2030 - Sunday, May 12

8. 2031 - Sunday, May 11

9. 2032 - Sunday, May 9

10. 2033 - Sunday, May 8

New Zealand

1. 2024 - Sunday, May 12

2. 2025 - Sunday, May 11

3. 2026 - Sunday, May 10

4. 2027 - Sunday, May 9

5. 2028 - Sunday, May 14

6. 2029 - Sunday, May 13

7. 2030 - Sunday, May 12

8. 2031 - Sunday, May 11

9. 2032 - Sunday, May 9

10. 2033 - Sunday, May 8

Please note that Mother's Day dates can vary, and it's always a good idea to double-check for any changes or regional variations.

What is Mother's Day and what are the origins of this celebration?

The concept of honoring motherhood can be traced back to ancient civilizations. The Greeks and Romans held festivals dedicated to maternal goddesses, celebrating the divine feminine and the essence of motherhood. Early Christians celebrated a day known as "Mothering Sunday" during the fourth Sunday of Lent, where people returned to their 'mother church'—the main church in their vicinity.

Mother's Day in the United States

The modern Mother's Day we know today owes its origins to the efforts of Anna Jarvis, an American social activist. Stricken with grief after her mother's death in 1905, Jarvis envisioned a day to honor the sacrifices mothers make for their children. In 1908, the first official Mother's Day church service was held in Grafton, West Virginia, and the movement gained momentum.

Campaigning for Recognition

Anna Jarvis, along with the support of various organizations and influential individuals, tirelessly campaigned for the establishment of a nationally recognized Mother's Day. Her efforts paid off when, in 1914, President Woodrow Wilson officially proclaimed the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day, making it a national holiday to honor mothers.

Global Adoption

The idea of setting aside a day to honor mothers quickly spread beyond the borders of the United States. Countries around the world embraced the sentiment, adapting the celebration to their cultural practices and calendars. While dates may vary, the essence of expressing love and appreciation for maternal figures remains a universal theme.

Traditions and Customs

Mother's Day is celebrated with diverse traditions and customs globally. From breakfast in bed and handmade cards to lavish family gatherings, the day is an opportunity to spoil and pamper mothers. The exchange of flowers, particularly carnations—a favorite of Anna Jarvis's mother—became a popular tradition symbolizing love and gratitude.

Commercialization and Anna Jarvis's Concerns

As Mother's Day gained popularity, commercialization ensued, causing concern for its founder, Anna Jarvis. She resented the commercial exploitation of the day, expressing dismay at the excessive commercialization that deviated from the original sentiment of heartfelt appreciation.

Final word

Mother's Day, with its roots in ancient traditions and a modern evolution shaped by the efforts of passionate advocates, stands as a beautiful testament to the enduring power of a mother's love. As we continue to celebrate this special day, let us not only cherish the mothers in our lives but also reflect on the timeless history that has woven this celebration into the fabric of our collective appreciation for the incredible women who shape our world with love and selflessness.