Mother's Day 2027 date
Mother's Day 2027 is on Sunday, May 9, 2027. In the US, Mother's Day is the second Sunday of May. The UK celebrates Mothering Sunday in March. Counting from October 12, 2026, that's 209 days, or 29.9 weeks, or roughly 6.9 months away. The live counter above uses your device's clock, so it's always accurate for where you are.
Mother's Day dates for the next five years
Planning ahead, maybe a wedding, a trip or a long weekend? Here's when Mother's Day falls through 2031, with the number of days from today.
| Year | Date | Weekday | Days from Oct 12, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | May 9 | Sunday | 209 |
| 2028 | May 14 | Sunday | 580 |
| 2029 | May 13 | Sunday | 944 |
| 2030 | May 12 | Sunday | 1,308 |
| 2031 | May 11 | Sunday | 1,672 |
Because the date follows a weekday rule, it always lands on the same kind of day, but the calendar date moves around. In 2027 it's a Sunday; in 2028 it's a Sunday.
Is Mother's Day 2027 a long weekend?
It's on a weekend in 2027, so check whether your employer gives an observed day off on the nearest Friday or Monday.
Nearby dates in 2027
Other dates close to it in 2027: April Fools' Day is Thu, Apr 1 (38 days before); Earth Day is Thu, Apr 22 (17 days before); Cinco de Mayo is Wed, May 5 (4 days before); Memorial Day is Mon, May 31 (22 days after). Handy if you're trying to line up time off or avoid peak travel days.
Planning tip
If you're buying anything for it, whether flowers, food, costumes or decorations, shopping a week or two early is cheaper and way less stressful than the last-minute rush.
2026 vs. 2027
In 2026 it was on Sunday, May 10, 2026; in 2027 it's Sunday, May 9, 2027, 364 days later. For this year's full countdown, history and traditions, see our main Mother's Day countdown, or check how many weeks until Mother's Day.
Frequently asked questions
What day is Mother's Day 2027?
Sunday, May 9, 2027.
When is Mother's Day 2028?
Sunday, May 14, 2028.