Mother's Day rules

Countries celebrating Mother's Day on the last Sunday of May

Some countries place Mother's Day at the end of May. France uses a related rule that can move to early June if the last Sunday of May coincides with Pentecost.

2026 coverage 2 countries

Mother's Day falls on the last Sunday of May, with country-specific exceptions where noted.

Which countries use this Mother's Day rule?

2 countries in this calendar match this rule group. Open a country guide for the exact 2026 date, future dates, public-holiday status, and verification sources.

Countries and 2026 dates

Country 2026 date Rule
France Sunday, May 31, 2026 Last Sunday of May, unless it falls on Pentecost, then first Sunday of June
Sweden Sunday, May 31, 2026 Last Sunday of May

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