Mother's Day
Honor the amazing women who raised us on Mother's Day! This beloved American holiday celebrates mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures who have shaped our lives. From breakfast in bed to heartfelt cards, show your appreciation for the unconditional love, sacrifice, and guidance that mothers provide every day.
About Mother's Day
Honor the amazing women who raised us on Mother's Day! This beloved American holiday celebrates mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures who have shaped our lives. From breakfast in bed to heartfelt cards, show your appreciation for the unconditional love, sacrifice, and guidance that mothers provide every day.
History & origins
Mother's Day in the United States traces back to Anna Jarvis, who organized a memorial observance for her mother in Grafton, West Virginia, in 1908. Her campaign helped push the holiday into national recognition, and President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day in 1914. The modern observance is American in origin, though similar celebrations of mothers exist in many countries.
Why it matters
Mother's Day is a major cultural day for expressing gratitude to mothers and mother figures, often through cards, flowers, meals, and family time. It also has a significant consumer impact in the U.S., making it one of the biggest gift-giving occasions of the spring season.
How to celebrate
Spend quality time with your mother or mother figure. Give thoughtful gifts, cards, or flowers. Prepare a special meal or take her out to dinner. Call or video chat with your mom if you can't be together. Share memories and photos of your mother on social media.
Facts
- Mother's Day was officially established in 1914 by President Woodrow Wilson
- Anna Jarvis created Mother's Day to honor her own mother
- Americans spend over $25 billion on Mother's Day gifts each year
- Mother's Day is celebrated in over 50 countries worldwide
- The most popular Mother's Day gift is flowers, followed by greeting cards
Upcoming dates
- Sunday, May 10, 2026
- Monday, May 10, 2027
- Wednesday, May 10, 2028
- Thursday, May 10, 2029
- Friday, May 10, 2030
Frequently asked questions
When is Mother's Day in 2026?
Mother's Day in 2026 is Sunday, May 10, 2026. In the United States, it falls on the second Sunday in May.
What is Mother's Day?
Mother's Day is a holiday that honors mothers, grandmothers, and other mother figures. It is a day for showing appreciation for care, sacrifice, and guidance.
Who started Mother's Day?
Anna Jarvis is credited with founding the Mother's Day movement in the United States. She organized an early memorial observance in 1908 to honor her mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis.
How do you celebrate Mother's Day?
Common ways to celebrate include giving flowers or a card, sharing a meal, or spending quality time together. If you cannot be there in person, a phone call or video chat is still a meaningful gesture.
Is Mother's Day an official holiday in the United States?
Mother's Day is an established U.S. observance, but it is not a federal public holiday. The holiday is widely recognized each year on the second Sunday in May.
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