Is Mother's Day a bank holiday?
No. Mother's Day (Mothering Sunday) is always a Sunday, so it is never a bank holiday. In the UK it falls three weeks before Easter Sunday.
NoNot a UK bank holiday
7 MarMother's Day 2027 · Sunday
26 MarNext bank holiday after: Good Friday
Is it a day off anywhere in the UK or Ireland?
| Nation | Mother's Day 2027 | Nearest bank holiday |
|---|---|---|
| England & Wales | Normal day | Good Friday Friday 26 March 2027 |
| Scotland | Normal day | Good Friday Friday 26 March 2027 |
| Northern Ireland | Normal day | St Patrick's Day Wednesday 17 March 2027 |
| Republic of Ireland | Normal day | St Patrick's Day Wednesday 17 March 2027 |
What it means for work and shops
The UK date is different from the US and many other countries, which celebrate Mother's Day in May.
Looking for a nearby bank holiday? See Good Friday.
Mother's Day dates
| Year | Date | Bank holiday? |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday 7 March 2027 | No |
| 2028 | Sunday 26 March 2028 | No |
| 2029 | Sunday 11 March 2029 | No |
| 2030 | Sunday 31 March 2030 | No |
| 2031 | Sunday 23 March 2031 | No |
Other days that aren't bank holidays
Frequently asked questions
When is Mother's Day 2027?
Mother's Day 2027 is on Sunday 7 March 2027.
Is Mother's Day a day off work?
Only if your employer or contract gives it as a day off. There is no legal right to time off, and no extra pay is required, because it is not a bank holiday.
Is Mother's Day the same date every year?
No. In the UK, Mothering Sunday falls three weeks before Easter Sunday, so it moves each year between early March and early April.