Whether they admit it or not, most dads secretly love Father's Day! It’s their special moment to bask in the spotlight (cue the Father's Day gifts and Father's Day activities), but more importantly, it’s a chance to surround themselves with their children for a day filled with love and laughter—and what father wouldn’t cherish that?
Ladd Drummond surely enjoys being showered with appreciation year after year by his crew of kids. And Ree's son-in-law Mauricio is more than excited to celebrate his first Father's Day with Alex and Sofia. That said, Dad’s big day is just around the corner. But do you know exactly when it is? It's okay if your answer is no! After all, the date does change year after year.
Luckily, all the information you need (and some additional fun facts you didn't know you needed) is right here. Like, you probably weren't aware that America is going on its 53rd year of officially observing Father's Day as a national holiday. (How's that for some fun trivia?!) Read on for more about Dad's day in 2025, so you can get ahead of making those heartfelt Father's Day cards this year.
When Is Father's Day in 2025?
Whether you’re planning a big family gathering or a quiet day filled with thoughtful gestures, mark your calendar and get ready to celebrate the dads, grandfathers, and father figures who mean the world to you! This year, Father's Day is on Sunday, Jun 15, 2025. So, start planning those thoughtful gifts, fun activities, and a fabulous, grilling-centric menu in his honor.
Is Father’s Day the Same Day Every Year?
Not quite! Father’s Day always falls on the third Sunday in June, but the exact date changes annually. For example, last year, it landed on June 16, and the year prior, it took place on June 18. This means it's especially important to double-check your planner each year to make sure your celebrations are perfectly timed.
What is the History of Father's Day?
Father's Day in the U.S. has a fairly straightforward backstory (unlike Mother's Day, which isn't quite as cut and dry). But there is one fact that might surprise you: The holiday was dreamt up by a woman! According to History.com, the celebration of Father's Day as we know it today was spearheaded by a woman named Sonora Smart Dodd in 1909. She "tried to establish an official equivalent to Mother's Day for male parents," and it wasn't long before she won support from local businesses and beyond.
On June 19, 1910, the first-ever Father's Day was celebrated in the state of Washington. Furthermore, it wasn't until 1972 that the special day for dads became a nationwide holiday in the United States. Celebration ideas have evolved over the years, and at the start, men weren't especially interested in the holiday because of its sentimental nature. However, as of 2021, most Americans celebrated Dad's day in one way or another. The most popular way to celebrate? Giving a gift! Ree's special dinner idea was a close national second, though. 😂
Macie Reynolds is the assistant editor of E-Commerce and SEO for The Pioneer Woman.
