Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is celebrated in Austria every second Sunday in May.Mother’s Day is celebrated in Austria, as in many other countries, every second Sunday in May.

The traditions of this day are very similar to the traditions of March 8 in Russia. Usually children on this holiday present small bouquets of spring flowers. In school and in special classes, children are helped to learn poetry and make gifts.

Numerous entertainment events are dedicated to this holiday, confectioners bake special cakes, and special dishes appear in the menu of restaurants.

Austrians also have Father’s Day, which is usually celebrated on the day of the Catholic Ascension.