Fathers' Day
Father’s Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting on different dates worldwide.
Mother’s Day is a day for many people to show their appreciation towards mothers and mother figures worldwide. It is an annual event but is held at different dates in the calendar, depending on the country.
Is Mothers' Day/International Women's Day a Public Holiday?
Mothers' Day/International Women's Day is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.
Flowers and other gifts are given to mothers on Mother's Day.
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About Mothers' Day/International Women's Day
Read more about Mothers' Day/International Women's Day.Mothers' Day/International Women's Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Fri | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2020 | Sun | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2021 | Mon | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2022 | Tue | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2023 | Wed | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2024 | Fri | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2025 | Sat | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2026 | Sun | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2027 | Mon | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2028 | Wed | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
| 2029 | Thu | Mar 8 | Mothers' Day/International Women's Day | Observance |
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