Ireland

When is Mother's Day in Ireland?

Mother's Day in Ireland is Mothering Sunday, observed on the fourth Sunday in Lent.

2026 date Sunday, March 15, 2026

Fourth Sunday in Lent

Mother's Day dates in Ireland

Year Date Rule
2026 Sunday, March 15, 2026 Fourth Sunday in Lent
2027 Sunday, March 7, 2027 Fourth Sunday in Lent
2028 Sunday, March 26, 2028 Fourth Sunday in Lent
2029 Sunday, March 11, 2029 Fourth Sunday in Lent
2030 Sunday, March 31, 2030 Fourth Sunday in Lent

Other countries celebrating Mother's Day on Sunday, March 15, 2026

How Ireland sets the date

Ireland celebrates Mothering Sunday with cards, flowers, gifts, and family visits.

Status: informal observance. Confidence: high. Last verified: 2026-05-03.

For comparison, browse the Mother's Day dates by country table.

Verification

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