Father’s Day is a holiday honoring one’s father, as well as fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. The holiday complements similar celebrations honoring family members, such as Mother’s Day and, in some countries, Siblings Day, and Grandparents’ Day.
Significance of Father’s Day It’s a day to celebrate not just biological fathers but also stepfathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other male figures who provide guidance, support, and love.1 day ago
Father’s Day is a holiday honoring one’s father, as well as fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. The holiday complements similar celebrations honoring family members, such as Mother’s Day and, in some countries, Siblings Day, and Grandparents’ Day.
Sonora Smart Dodd of Spokane, Washington, is usually credited for originating Father’s Day.
Why different dates? The date for Father’s Day is most commonly on the third Sunday in June, which was a tradition that originated from the US. However, globally this day falls on different dates due to many reasons, such as religion, traditions, seasons and so on.Jan 1, 2024
The first known Father’s Day celebration was held on J, in Spokane, Washington. It was organised by Sonora Smart Dodd, who was inspired to honour her father, William Jackson Smart, a Civil War veteran and a single parent who raised six children.1 day ago
Dodd and her five brothers were raised by their father after his wife died in childbirth. After speaking with the Spokane Ministerial Association, they set aside a Sunday in June to celebrate fathers on J, which would widely be considered as the first Father’s Day event.23 hours ago
History. Father’s Day was inaugurated in the United States in the early 20th century to complement Mother’s Day in celebrating fathers, fathering, and fatherhood. Father’s Day was founded in Spokane, Washington, at the YMCA in 1910 by Sonora Smart Dodd, who was born in Arkansas.
Over 60 year since its first celebrations, President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the first presidential proclamation honoring fathers in 1966, designating the third Sunday in June as “Father’s Day.” Six years later, it became national holiday in 1972 under President Richard Nixon.23 hours ago
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