FATHER'S DAY 2025
Father’s Day in Australia is a cherished occasion that falls on the first Sunday of September each year. In 2025, that date will be Sunday, September 7th.
This special day is dedicated to honouring dads, stepdads, grandfathers, and all the incredible father figures who shape our lives with strength, guidance, and love.
Father’s Day was first celebrated on June 19, 1910 in the USA. It was initiated by Sonora Smart Dodd to honor her father, William Jackson Smart, a Civil War veteran who raised six children as a single parent. Since then, Father's Day has been celebrated annually in various countries to recognize and appreciate the role of fathers and father figures in our lives.
About Father's Day Australia
Most Australia’s refer to their Father as ‘Dad’, however, Father’s Day in Australia is still formally named ‘Father’s Day’.
Father's Day is a time to express love and gratitude to fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and all father figures. It is an occasion to acknowledge their contributions, sacrifices, and their important role in our lives.
What is Father’s Day About?
In Australia, it’s common to call your father “Dad,” but formally, the day is known as Father’s Day. It’s an opportunity to express appreciation for the contributions, sacrifices, and guidance of fathers and those in father-like roles.
How is Father's Day Celebrated in Australia?
On Father's Day, families often celebrate by spending quality time together, sending or making thoughtful gifts. Some of the most popular gifts are handmade creations delivered on Father's Day alongside a big smile. Other popular gifts include sharing a special meal and organizing outings or a personalised Father's Day gift. Personalising Dad’s gift with his favourite, beer, craft beer, whiskey, gin, chocolate or gourmet foods lets him know that you’re thinking about him personally. No matter what the gift, no gift is too small for a father or father figure to enjoy.
Often in Australia, children don’t live in the same city or town as their Father so delivering a gift on Father’s Day is a popular choice.
How Do Australians Celebrate Father’s Day?
Celebrations can range from quality family time, to breakfast in bed, to the giving of personalised gifts. Many Australians opt for Father’s Day hampers, gift boxes, or chocolate bouquets delivered directly to their dad—especially when distance makes in-person visits tricky.
Popular celebrations include:
- Gifting dad with something unique and thoughtful
- Sharing a special meal
- Organising an activity like golf, fishing, or a BBQ
- Sending a surprise delivery filled with treats
Father’s Day Gift Inspiration – 2025
If you're looking to surprise Dad with something special this year, here are some on-trend ideas for 2025:
- Customised Gifts: From photo mugs to personalised socks or keyrings—these gifts say “you’re one of a kind.”
- Craft Beer & Snack Hampers: A winning combo that never goes out of style.
- Gourmet Gift Boxes: Curated collections of artisan treats, fine wine, or premium coffee.
- Sports-Inspired Gifts: Whether it’s golf balls, memorabilia, or his team’s jersey.
- Experience Vouchers: Think fishing trips, brewery tours, or spa days.
- Chocolate Bouquets: A sweet spin on the traditional bouquet, packed with his favourite chocolates and snacks.
💡 Pro tip: Popular gift price points range from $65–$99, with premium hampers and personalised boxes going $100+.
When is Father’s Day in Australia – 2025?
Father’s Day in 2025 falls on Sunday, September 7th.
In Australia and New Zealand, this date is fixed to the first Sunday in September, differing from countries like the US or UK that celebrate in June.
Interesting Father's Day Facts
- Inspired by Mother's Day, Sonora Smart Dodd is credited with establishing the modern celebration of Father's Day. She wanted to honor her father, a Civil War veteran who raised six children as a single parent.
- The first official Father's Day was celebrated in the United States on June 19, 1910.
- Father's Day is celebrated on different dates worldwide. In Australia and New Zealand, it is celebrated on the first Sunday of September. In The United Kingdom, the USA, China and Canada they celebrate Father’s Day on the Third Sunday of June each year.
- Ties are one of the most popular Father's Day gifts. The tradition of gifting ties originated in the early 20th century.
Best Dad Jokes That Are Great For Father's Day
- What’s orange and sounds like a parrot? A carrot.
- Did you hear about the woman who couldn't stop collecting magazines? She had issues.
- Why do bees have stick hair? Because they use a honeycomb.
- Did you hear about the guy who drank invisible ink? He's at the hospital waiting to be seen.
- What do you call a fake noodle? An Impasta
- What did the apple say to the kangaroo? Nothing. Apples can’t talk.
- Where do walls meet after work? The corner.
- Why don’t pirates take a bath? They prefer to wash up on shore.
Popular Father's Day Gift Card Messages
Our gift card messages come in a variety of forms. Some can be sincere, thoughtful, funny and a little sarcastic. We're sure Dad will appreciate them all.
- On Father's Day and every day, I hope you know how much you're loved.
- Dad, I love you from my head tomatoes!
- No matter the distance between our homes, the distance between our hearts will never change.
- Thanks for being a free Taxi! Love you...
In Australia, Father's Day is celebrated on the first Sunday in September, not in June like in the U.S.
Here’s a simple chart of Father's Day dates in Australia for the next five years:
Father's Day (Australia)
2025 September 7, 2025
2026 September 6, 2026
2027 September 5, 2027
2028 September 3, 2028
2029 September 2, 2029
Father's Day Dates Worldwide
Check out the table below for important Father's Day dates in various countries:
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| United States | Third Sunday of June |
| Australia | First Sunday of September |
| United Kingdom | Third Sunday of June |
| Canada | Third Sunday of June |
| China | Third Sunday of June |
| New Zealand | First Sunday of September |
