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
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.