When is Mother’s Day in 2025 and Everything You Need to Know

Mother’s Day stands as one of the most touching and beautiful celebrations, dedicated to the person who brought us into this world. Celebrated on different dates around the globe, typically in March or May, Mother’s Day in Greece and many other countries falls on the second Sunday of May (this year it will be on May 11th). Millions of people express their gratitude toward their mothers during this special day. The earliest references to Mother’s Day and motherhood trace back to ancient Greece, where Rhea was worshiped as the ‘Mother of Gods’ and considered the first mother due to her natural childbirth and breastfeeding practices. The modern version of Mother’s Day began in the 20th century in the United States, initiated by activist Anna Jarvis. Following the death of her own mother in 1905, Jarvis campaigned for a day dedicated to mothers. On May 10, 1908, the first official Mother’s Day was celebrated in Grafton, West Virginia, marking three years since her mother’s passing. In 1914, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson declared the second Sunday in May as ‘Mother’s Day,’ and soon the celebration spread worldwide. In Greece, Mother’s Day was originally linked to the Orthodox feast of the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple (February 2nd), but by the 1960s, the celebration shifted to align with the global tradition of the second Sunday in May. Mother’s Day doesn’t necessarily require extravagant gifts; thoughtfulness and sincerity are what truly matter. A heartfelt card, a bouquet of flowers, or a warm hug can convey love and appreciation. Importantly, Mother’s Day isn’t just for biological mothers—it honors any woman who has played a maternal role: grandmothers, foster mothers, aunts, and all women who have shown love and care. Whether through simple gestures or something unique, the goal is to show them they are valued and loved. After all, a mother is irreplaceable.