When is National Daughters Day?
National Daughters Day 2027 is on Saturday
Saturday, September 25, 2027
September 25 every year. That's in 355 days.
until National Daughters Day begins, in your time zone
National Daughters Day is an informal US day for parents and families to show their daughters how much they are valued. No founder has been documented, and a separate Daughters' Day, widely marked in India, falls on the fourth Sunday of September.
About National Daughters Day
The day invites parents, grandparents and other relatives to spend time with their daughters, tell them what they admire about them, and back their goals. Many families use it for a shared outing or meal, while others post a photo and a few words online.
No founder or founding organization has been documented. The National Day Calendar registry lists National Daughters Day on September 25 and says its history is still being researched. The date is not set by any law or proclamation, and the day has no official status in the United States.
Dates vary from place to place. In the United States, September 25 is the date most calendars use. In India, Daughters' Day is commonly held on the fourth Sunday of September, a date some calendars also call International Daughters Day, and it is often presented there as a way to value girls equally with boys. Families can pick whichever date suits them. The United Nations' International Day of the Girl Child on October 11 is a separate, official observance focused on girls' rights and opportunities.
Sources: National Day Calendar registry: National Daughters Day, United Nations: International Day of the Girl Child. How we check dates.
How to mark National Daughters Day
- Spend one-on-one time with your daughter doing something she chooses.
- Write her a letter about the qualities you admire in her, not only her achievements, that she can keep.
- Share stories about the women in your family who came before her.
- Ask about a goal she's working toward and offer concrete help, such as finding a mentor, a class or a good book.
- Support a program that helps girls stay in school or build skills, in your community or abroad.
National Daughters Day dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Thursday, September 25, 2025 |
| 2026 | Friday, September 25, 2026 |
| 2027 | Saturday, September 25, 2027 |
| 2028 | Monday, September 25, 2028 |
| 2029 | Tuesday, September 25, 2029 |
| 2030 | Wednesday, September 25, 2030 |
| 2031 | Thursday, September 25, 2031 |
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Frequently asked questions
When is National Daughters Day 2027?
National Daughters Day 2027 is on Saturday, September 25, 2027. It falls on September 25 every year. In 2028, it is on Monday, September 25, 2028.
Is Daughters Day on September 25 or the fourth Sunday of September?
Both dates are used. September 25 is the usual US date, while India and some international calendars mark Daughters' Day on the fourth Sunday of September.
Is there a National Sons Day?
Yes. National Sons Day is usually observed on March 4 in the United States, and some calendars also list a sons' day on September 28.
Is National Daughters Day a public holiday?
No. National Daughters Day is an observance, not a public holiday, so schools, banks, government offices and most businesses keep their normal hours.