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When is Mother's Day 2027? Dates by country

Mother's Day 2027 is on Sunday, May 9, 2027 in the United States, Canada, Australia, India and most other countries. In the UK, Mothering Sunday 2027 is on Sunday, March 7, 2027.

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Mother's Day isn't one global date. Most countries follow the American tradition of the second Sunday in May, but others tie it to the church calendar, a fixed day or a national holiday. Use the table below to find the right date for 2027 — and to make sure Mom's card arrives on time if your family lives abroad.

Mother's Day 2027 dates around the world

CountryMother's Day 2027Rule
NorwaySunday, February 14, 2027Second Sunday in February
United Kingdom & IrelandSunday, March 7, 2027Mothering Sunday — 4th Sunday of Lent (3 weeks before Easter)
Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon & UAESunday, March 21, 2027Fixed date — March 21
Spain & PortugalSunday, May 2, 2027First Sunday in May
United StatesSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
CanadaSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
Australia & New ZealandSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
IndiaSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
Germany, Italy & NetherlandsSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
BrazilSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
Japan & ChinaSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
South AfricaSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
Pakistan & PhilippinesSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
Singapore & MalaysiaSunday, May 9, 2027Second Sunday in May
MexicoMonday, May 10, 2027Fixed date — May 10
PolandWednesday, May 26, 2027Fixed date — May 26
FranceSunday, May 30, 2027Last Sunday in May (first Sunday of June if Pentecost)
ThailandThursday, August 12, 2027Fixed date — August 12
ArgentinaSunday, October 17, 2027Third Sunday in October
RussiaSunday, November 28, 2027Last Sunday in November
IndonesiaWednesday, December 22, 2027Fixed date — December 22

Mother's Day 2027 by country

Read how each country celebrates, with local greetings and the dates for the next years:

Arab worldAustraliaBrazilCanadaEgyptFranceGermanyIndiaIrelandItalyJapanLebanonMalaysiaMexicoNetherlandsNew ZealandNigeriaNorwayPakistanPhilippinesPolandPortugalSingaporeSouth AfricaSpainSwedenThailandTurkeyUAEUKUSA

Plan ahead for Mother's Day 2027

If you're sending a printed card by mail, post it at least a week before May 9. If you're sending a digital card, you can create it in a few minutes on the day — Mother's Day Studio exports a high-quality image ready for WhatsApp, Instagram stories or text messages.

Need words? Browse 200 Happy Mother's Day 2027 wishes or read what to write in a Mother's Day card.

FAQ

What date is Mother's Day 2027 in the USA?

Mother's Day 2027 in the United States is on Sunday, May 9, 2027. It always falls on the second Sunday in May.

When is Mothering Sunday 2027 in the UK?

Mothering Sunday 2027 is on Sunday, March 7, 2027. It is the fourth Sunday of Lent, exactly three weeks before Easter Sunday (Sunday, March 28, 2027).

When is Mother's Day 2027 in the Arab world?

Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, the UAE and many other Arab countries celebrate Mother's Day on March 21 — Sunday, March 21, 2027.

When is Mother's Day 2028?

In the US and most countries, Mother's Day 2028 will be on Sunday, May 14, 2028.

Why is Mother's Day always on a Sunday in May?

In 1914 the United States made the second Sunday in May a national holiday honoring mothers, following Anna Jarvis's campaign. Many countries adopted the same date.