When is it?
When is Father's Day (Vatertag) 2028 in Germany?
Observed on Ascension Day with family outings
Local date
Thursday, May 25, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Berlin
How it's calculated
Ascension Day (39 days after Easter Sunday)
Updated through 2028
History & Origins
The Story Behind Father's Day (Vatertag)
Father's Day was inspired by Mother's Day and first celebrated in 1910 in Spokane, Washington, by Sonora Smart Dodd to honor her father who raised six children alone. It became a permanent national holiday in the US in 1972 under President Nixon.
Traditions & Celebrations
How Father's Day (Vatertag) is Celebrated
Families typically spend quality time together, often with outdoor activities like barbecues, fishing, or sporting events. Common gifts include ties, tools, electronics, and greeting cards. Many children create handmade gifts or cards at school.
Date Calculation
How the Father's Day (Vatertag) Date is Determined
In most countries including the US, Canada, and UK, Father's Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June. Australia and New Zealand celebrate on the first Sunday of September. Some countries have fixed dates based on religious or historical significance.
Father's Day (Vatertag) worldwide
Compare 2028 dates across countries
Canada
2028Saturday, June 17, 2028
Time zone · America/Toronto
United States
2028Saturday, June 17, 2028
Time zone · America/New_York
United Kingdom
2028Sunday, June 18, 2028
Time zone · Europe/London
Ireland
2028Sunday, June 18, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Dublin
Philippines
2028Sunday, June 18, 2028
Time zone · Asia/Manila
France
2028Sunday, June 18, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Paris
Argentina
2028Saturday, June 17, 2028
Time zone · America/Buenos_Aires
South Africa
2028Sunday, June 18, 2028
Time zone · Africa/Johannesburg
Australia
2028Sunday, September 3, 2028
Time zone · Australia/Sydney
New Zealand
2028Sunday, September 3, 2028
Time zone · Pacific/Auckland
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