When is it?
When is Mother's Day (Mothering Sunday) 2030 in United Kingdom?
Traditional celebration honoring mothers and mother churches, celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent
Local date
Sunday, March 31, 2030
Time zone · Europe/London
How it's calculated
Fourth Sunday of Lent
Updated through 2030
History & Origins
The Story Behind Mother's Day (Mothering Sunday)
Mother's Day originated in the United States when Anna Jarvis held a memorial for her mother in 1908. She then campaigned for a national holiday, which was officially established in 1914 by President Woodrow Wilson. The tradition spread globally, though many countries celebrate on different dates based on their own cultural traditions.
Traditions & Celebrations
How Mother's Day (Mothering Sunday) is Celebrated
Common traditions include giving cards, flowers (especially carnations), and gifts to mothers. Many families prepare special meals or take mothers out to restaurants. Children often make handmade cards at school, and it's one of the busiest days for restaurants and florists.
Date Calculation
How the Mother's Day (Mothering Sunday) Date is Determined
In the US, Canada, and Australia, Mother's Day falls on the second Sunday of May. The UK celebrates on Mothering Sunday, which is the fourth Sunday of Lent (usually in March). Other countries have their own fixed or variable dates.
Mother's Day (Mothering Sunday) worldwide
Compare 2030 dates across countries
Ireland
2030Sunday, March 31, 2030
Time zone · Europe/Dublin
Mexico
2030Thursday, May 9, 2030
Time zone · America/Mexico_City
Canada
2030Saturday, May 11, 2030
Time zone · America/Toronto
United States
2030Saturday, May 11, 2030
Time zone · America/New_York
Australia
2030Sunday, May 12, 2030
Time zone · Australia/Sydney
Philippines
2030Sunday, May 12, 2030
Time zone · Asia/Manila
China
2030Sunday, May 12, 2030
Time zone · Asia/Shanghai
Japan
2030Sunday, May 12, 2030
Time zone · Asia/Tokyo
Germany
2030Sunday, May 12, 2030
Time zone · Europe/Berlin
South Korea
2030Sunday, May 12, 2030
Time zone · Asia/Seoul
New Zealand
2030Sunday, May 12, 2030
Time zone · Pacific/Auckland
South Africa
2030Sunday, May 12, 2030
Time zone · Africa/Johannesburg
France
2030Sunday, May 26, 2030
Time zone · Europe/Paris
Argentina
2030Saturday, October 19, 2030
Time zone · America/Buenos_Aires