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Mother’s Day

Show your Mom some love this Mother's Day - make her breakfast in bed, give her a gift, or just spend quality time together!

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May 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATESecond Sunday in May

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYRelationships

SUBCATEGORYMother

INTRO

Introduction

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Celebrate the amazing moms in your life on Mother’s Day, which falls on the second Sunday of May every year. This special day provides an opportunity to show your mother how much you appreciate her and all she does for you. For centuries, it has been a tradition to honor mothers and express gratitude for their hard work, love and support. Whether it’s buying flowers or cooking a meal, there are countless ways to make Mother’s Day special. Let’s celebrate all the wonderful moms out there!

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TIMELINE

Mother’s Day Timeline

Julia Ward Howe's Appeal

Julia Ward Howe, famous for writing "The Battle Hymn of the Republic", issued an appeal for women to unite in promoting peace efforts around the world, which was the earliest known Mother's Day proclamation.

First Local Mother's Day

Anna Jarvis organized the first local Mother's Day in Grafton, West Virginia, as a way of honoring her own mother’s work, as well as mothers in general.

National Holiday Declaration

U.S. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the second Sunday in May as a national holiday to honor mothers.

Mother's Day Stamp

The United States Post Office issued a special stamp with a painting "Whistler’s Mother" by James McNeill Whistler, to commemorate Mother’s Day.

Google Doodle Celebration

Google honored mothers with a special doodle on their homepage for the first time, which became an annual tradition, reflecting the wide-spread digital recognition of the day.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Mother’s Day

Make breakfast in bed

Start the day off with a special breakfast for Mom. Cook her favorite meal and serve it up in bed for a surprise treat.

PLAN

Plan a spa day

Treat Mom to a day of pampering with a spa package. She'll love the massage, facial, and mani/pedi.

ORGANIZE

Organize a family photo shoot

Capture the love and memories of your family with professional photos. Plus, Mom can use them for her desk or office.

TAKE

Take her on a shopping spree

Nothing better than some retail therapy, so take Mom shopping for her favorite clothes, shoes, and accessories.

WRITE

Write her a heartfelt letter

Put pen to paper and tell Mom how much you appreciate all she's done for you. Her eyes will surely fill with tears of joy.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why Mother’s Day is Important

It reminds us of what an important role mothers play in our lives

Mothers are often referred to as pillars of strength and support in their families. Mother's Day is the perfect time to remind ourselves that although she may not always be present, her love will remain with us forever and always.

It's an opportunity to honor your mother

Mother's Day is a special time of year to take the time to appreciate and honor your mother for all her hard work and unconditional love throughout the year. Whether it's sending flowers or making a homemade card, sharing your appreciation and paying tribute to your mother will always make her day!

It gives us a chance to reflect on how we show our gratitude

We may not always express our appreciation as often as we should, but Mother's Day gives us the perfect excuse to give our mothers the recognition they deserve and consider ways that we can show more gratitude throughout the year.