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Father’s Day

Father’s Day 2025, 2026 and 2027

In Spain, Father’s Day falls on 19 March instead of the third Sunday of June as in many other countries. The reason for this is to make it coincide with Saint Joseph’s Day, the day that honours Joseph the husband of Mary and the adoptive father of Jesus. He is considered the ultimate example of a good father.

YearDateDayHoliday
202519 MarWedFather's Day
202619 MarThuFather's Day
202719 MarFriFather's Day
Please scroll down to end of page for previous years' dates.

To celebrate, Spaniards usually have a big family dinner to honour their father, grandfathers, and other father-like figures in their life.

This day is only a public holiday in certain regions of Spain, however. It is especially celebrated in Valencia, where it coincides with Las Fallas, a traditional festivity held to honour Saint Joseph.

Previous Years

YearDateDayHoliday
202419 MarTueFather's Day
202319 MarSunFather's Day