Little boys definitely enrich parents’ lives, so it’s no surprise that there’s a special day to celebrate them and all that they are! But when is National Sons Day in 2025, exactly?
National Sons Day is a great way to not only celebrate the love and joy a boy brings to his family but to reestablish core values within him—emphasizing the importance of respecting others, how to make good decisions for their futures, communicating their feelings and more.
We’re covering everything you need to know about this annual holiday, including how and when to celebrate!
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Is There an Official National Sons Day?
Yes! National Sons Day is definitely real. Like National Daughters Day, the point of this day is to celebrate sons all around the country with plenty of recognition and shared appreciation.
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When Is National Sons Day 2025?
This year, National Sons Day falls on Sunday, September 28, 2025. It is celebrated on the 28th of September every year in the United States.
However, there is more than one day set aside to celebrate your little boy (even if he’s all grown up!) as an additional National Sons Day has been celebrated on March 4th since 2018.
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Why Is National Sons Day Celebrated Twice a Year?
While most individuals celebrate National Sons Day in September, others have started recognizing it in March. The latter began in 2018, after a mother, Jill Nico, created a Facebook page to recognize sons and the efforts of those who raise them.
Is National Sons Day and Daughters Day on the Same Day?
No, National Daughters Day and Sons Day are celebrated on different days. This year, National Daughters Day is on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
However, every day is a great opportunity to celebrate your children!
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What Do You Do on National Sons Day?
The beauty of celebrating your son is that you can do whatever he loves most! Is he into sports? Maybe plan a day around watching a game, or even playing with him and his friends. Does he enjoy video games? Take him to an arcade, or buy a few new games to play together at home. There are plenty of options when it comes to figuring out how to celebrate National Sons Day. Here are some of our favorites:
- Take photos together, especially during those really important moments.
- Make (or take him to) his favorite meal.
- Write him a letter, or give him a card.
- Gift him something special that’ll remind him of your time together.
- Post a sweet tribute to him on social media.
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