Mother's Day in Cuba

Date: Mother's Day in Cuba is celebrated on the second Sunday of May, aligning with the United States and other countries' observance of the occasion.

History: The celebration of Mother's Day in Cuba was introduced in the early 20th century. It began to gain popularity after a campaign led by Victor Muñoz, a member of the Cuban House of Representatives, who was inspired by the Mother's Day movement in the United States initiated by Anna Jarvis.

Traditions: On this day, Cuban people honor and express gratitude to their mothers and maternal figures. The celebrations are marked with:

• Family Gatherings: Many families come together to spend time with their mothers.
• Gifts: Children often give gifts, flowers, cards, and handmade crafts as tokens of appreciation.
• Meals: Preparing and sharing special meals or taking mothers out to restaurants is common.
• Music & Dance: Music being a significant part of Cuban culture, serenades or live music performances may be organized for mothers.
• Recognition: Mothers are acknowledged for their role and sacrifices through various means, including social media posts and public acknowledgments.

People may also visit cemeteries to honor deceased mothers, paying tribute with flowers and prayers.

While commercialization has influenced the celebration with promotions and advertisements for gifts and services targeting Mother's Day shoppers, many Cubans maintain a focus on personal expressions of love and gratitude toward their mothers.