When Is Mother's Day 2026?

Sunday, May 10, 2026

Mother's Day honors mothers and mother figures. Anna Jarvis founded it, and it has been a national observance since 1914.

Day of the week

Sunday

Day off

Not a federal holiday

Countdown

Day 130 of 2026

129 days after January 1.

How the Date of Mother's Day Is Determined

The second Sunday of May in the US, so it always falls between May 8 and 14. (The UK celebrates Mothering Sunday in Lent instead.)

Mother's Day Dates 2026–2031

YearDateWeekday
2026May 10Sunday
2027May 9Sunday
2028May 14Sunday
2029May 13Sunday
2030May 12Sunday
2031May 11Sunday

Mother's Day 2026 FAQ

When Is Mother's Day 2026?

Mother's Day 2026 is on Sunday, May 10, 2026.

Is Mother's Day a federal holiday?

No. Mother's Day is not one of the 11 US federal holidays, so it is not a paid day off by law; employers decide whether to give time off.

How is the date of Mother's Day determined?

The second Sunday of May in the US, so it always falls between May 8 and 14. (The UK celebrates Mothering Sunday in Lent instead.)

When Is Mother's Day 2027?

Mother's Day 2027 is on Sunday, May 9, 2027.

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