When is Father's Day?

Father's Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June in the US, UK, Canada, and many other countries, honouring fathers and fatherhood. It was first celebrated in the US in 1910, inspired by Mother's Day, and became a federal holiday in 1972. Traditions include giving cards, gifts, and spending time with family — ties remain the classic if clichéd gift. Some countries observe Father's Day on different dates: Australia and New Zealand celebrate it on the first Sunday of September.

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