National Grandparents Day

History & origins

National Grandparents Day is listed in this site's 2026 calendar for September 7. Informal "national days" are often promoted by communities, trade groups, and brands; origins and official proclamations vary by country and year. Honor grandparents! The first Sunday after Labor Day celebrates grandparents and the special role they play in families. Because many such observances are cultural or promotional rather than statutory, treat dates as a planning guide and confirm local events separately.

Why it matters

Observing National Grandparents Day gives people a shared anchor to explore national themes—grandparents, family, September, elderly, appreciation—and to coordinate learning, gatherings, or giving around that focus. Honor grandparents! The first Sunday after Labor Day celebrates grandparents and the special role they play in families. Show appreciation for their wisdom, love, and the memories they create with grandchildren.

How to celebrate

Visit or call grandparents. Share meals or activities together. Ask them about family history. Help with tasks or errands. Create intergenerational memories. Express love and gratitude.

Facts

• Established as a national holiday in 1978
• Over 70 million grandparents in the US
• Many grandparents help raise grandchildren
• The official flower is the forget-me-not
• Grandparents pass down family stories and traditions

Upcoming dates

• Monday, September 7, 2026
• Tuesday, September 7, 2027
• Thursday, September 7, 2028
• Friday, September 7, 2029
• Saturday, September 7, 2030