Fathers' Day
Father's Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September in New Zealand.
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 Mother's Day a Public Holiday?
Mother's Day is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, May 11, 2025 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in New Zealand.
Flowers and other gifts are given to mothers on Mother's Day.
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About Mother's Day
Read more about Mother's Day.Mother's Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Sun | May 12 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2020 | Sun | May 10 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2021 | Sun | May 9 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2022 | Sun | May 8 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2023 | Sun | May 14 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2024 | Sun | May 12 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2025 | Sun | May 11 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2026 | Sun | May 10 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2027 | Sun | May 9 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2028 | Sun | May 14 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| 2029 | Sun | May 13 | Mother's Day | Observance |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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