MOTHER’S Day is a holiday which celebrates the important role that a someone’s mum or mother figure has in their life.
However the occasion is marked on different days all around the world.
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Why is Mother’s Day on a different date in every country?
Mother’s Day is an international celebration honouring mothers and their influence in society.
The date of Mother’s Day changes from country to country but always falls on a Sunday.
It has been celebrated since the 16th century with some countries giving it a religious meaning – which, however, has been gradually lost over the years.
The holiday, formally known as Mothering Sunday, was a traditionally a day on which Christians were encouraged to visit their “mother church”.
In other countries, the date is based on seasons or times of the year, rather than religious festivities.
In the Middle East, the celebration first started in Egypt in 1956, and it is now celebrated on the first day of spring.
In the United States and several other countries, Mother’s Day is on the second Sunday in May.
In China, Mother’s Day used to be a day to help poor mothers and to remind people of mothers in rural areas.
It falls on the fourth month of the lunar calendar, but is often celebrated on the second Sunday of May.
In France the occasion is celebrated on the last Sunday of May.
However, if it coincides with Pentecost Day, it is moved to the first Sunday of June.
When is Mother’s Day around the world?
Around the globe, Mother’s Day is celebrated on different days throughout the year.
In the UK, Mother’s Day is always held on the fourth Sunday of Lent, and in 2024 is taking place on March 10.
Other countries celebrating Mother’s Day in 2024 include:
US – May 12
Australia – May 12
Ireland – March 10
France – May 26
Spain – May 5
Italy – May 12
Portugal – May 5
Middle East – March 21
Hungary – May 5
Germany – May 12
Austria – May 12
Switzerland – May 12
Greece and Cyprus – May 12
How is Mother’s Day celebrated?
Many children make handmade cards for their mums on Mother’s Day as well as cooking them breakfast in bed.
Often gifts of flowers, chocolate and jewellery are also given, as well as a card.
Older children might take their mums out for coffee, lunch or dinner – others will cook a homemade meal.
There is no set way to celebrate but the emphasis is on doing what makes your mum happy.
What to buy this Mother’s Day
Your essential guide to what get your mum this year:
Tried and tested Mother’s Day gifts – click here
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The best flowers to buy for your mum – click here
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