Gift calendar
Gift-Giving Calendar: Every Gift Occasion, Month by Month
Birthdays sneak up, and holidays always arrive faster than expected. This calendar lists the main gift-giving occasions of the year, month by month, with the next date for each and a link to gift ideas. Bookmark it and check back before each season.
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| Occasion | Date | Gift ideas |
|---|---|---|
| Boss’s Day | Friday, October 16, 2026 | Corporate gifts |
| National Cat Day | Thursday, October 29, 2026 | Gifts for cat lovers |
| Diwali | Sunday, November 8, 2026 | Gift cards |
| Thanksgiving | Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Coffee gifts for the host |
| Black Friday and Cyber Monday | November 27 and 30, 2026 | Tech gifts |
| Hanukkah | December 4–12, 2026 | For her · For him |
| Christmas | Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas gifts |
| Kwanzaa | December 26, 2026, to January 1, 2027 | Gifts for book lovers |
| Lunar New Year | Saturday, February 6, 2027 | Gift cards |
| Galentine’s and Valentine’s Day | February 13 and 14, 2027 | Valentine’s gifts for her |
Gift Occasions by Month
January
New Year’s Day
Friday, January 1, 2027
A fresh start, and a good time for gifts that build new habits.
Gift ideas: Tech gifts
Kwanzaa ends
Friday, January 1, 2027
Plan ahead for February
Order personalized Valentine’s and Galentine’s gifts by late January.
February
Lunar New Year
Saturday, February 6, 2027
The date changes each year.
Gift ideas: Gift cards
Ramadan begins
Evening of Monday, February 8, 2027
Expected date; it depends on the moon sighting.
Galentine’s Day
Saturday, February 13, 2027
Gift ideas: Beauty and self-care gifts
Valentine’s Day
Sunday, February 14, 2027
Gift ideas: For her · For him
March
International Women’s Day
Monday, March 8, 2027
Gift ideas: International Women’s Day gifts
Eid al-Fitr
Expected around March 9–10, 2027
The exact date depends on the moon sighting.
Gift ideas: Gift cards
Easter
Sunday, March 28, 2027
The date changes each year.
April
Administrative Professionals Day
Wednesday, April 21, 2027
Wednesday of the last full week of April.
Gift ideas: Corporate gifts
Passover begins
Evening of Wednesday, April 21, 2027
Earth Day
Thursday, April 22, 2027
May
Teacher Appreciation Week
May 3–7, 2027
The first full week of May.
Gift ideas: Gift cards for teachers
Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 9, 2027
Second Sunday in May.
Gift ideas: Mother’s Day gifts · Gifts for new moms
Graduation and wedding season
May through June
Gift ideas: Tech gifts · Gift cards
June
Father’s Day
Sunday, June 20, 2027
Third Sunday in June.
Gift ideas: Gifts for him · Coffee gifts
Graduations and weddings
All month
June is one of the busiest wedding months.
Gift ideas: Gift cards
Summer travel begins
Late June
Gift ideas: Practical travel gifts
July
Parents’ Day
Sunday, July 25, 2027
Fourth Sunday in July.
Summer trips
All month
Gift ideas: Gifts for travelers
August
National Book Lovers Day
Monday, August 9, 2027
Gift ideas: Gifts for book lovers
National Dog Day
Thursday, August 26, 2027
Gift ideas: Pet lover gifts
Back to school
Mid to late August
Gift ideas: Tech gifts for teens
September
Grandparents Day
Sunday, September 12, 2027
First Sunday after Labor Day.
National Coffee Day
Wednesday, September 29, 2027
Gift ideas: Coffee gifts
October
Boss’s Day
Friday, October 16, 2026
October 16. Many offices mark it on the nearest workday when it falls on a weekend.
Gift ideas: Corporate gifts
National Cat Day
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Gift ideas: Gifts for cat lovers
Halloween
Saturday, October 31, 2026
November
Diwali
Sunday, November 8, 2026
The date changes each year.
Gift ideas: Gift cards
Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Fourth Thursday in November. A small gift for the host is a nice touch.
Gift ideas: Coffee gifts
Black Friday and Cyber Monday
November 27 and November 30, 2026
Gift ideas: Tech gifts
December
Hanukkah
Evening of Friday, December 4, to Saturday, December 12, 2026
The dates change each year.
Office parties and Secret Santa
Early to mid-December
Gift ideas: Coworker gifts under $50
Christmas
Friday, December 25, 2026
Gift ideas: Christmas gifts · For him · For her
Kwanzaa
December 26, 2026, to January 1, 2027
Gift ideas: Books and gifts for readers
Year-Round Gift Occasions
- Birthdays: Gifts for her, gifts for him, tech gifts or, when you’re short on time, a gift card.
- Anniversaries: Think about what you do together, like travel, coffee or a shared hobby. Travel gifts and coffee gifts are easy wins.
- Weddings: The busiest months are usually May through October. The registry comes first, and travel and experience gift cards are a good fit for a honeymoon.
- New babies and new moms: Recovery and comfort gifts for new moms.
- Thank-yous for teachers, coworkers and hosts: Coffee and restaurant gift cards or small gifts under $50.
- Pet lovers and travelers: Gifts for cat lovers and practical travel gifts.
How Early Should You Shop?
- Most gifts: Start one to two weeks ahead so you have time to compare options.
- Personalized or engraved gifts: Allow three to four weeks, and longer before Christmas and Mother’s Day.
- Big holidays: Shop early. Retailers set their own holiday shipping cutoffs, so always go by the delivery date shown at checkout.
- Out of time? An eGift card can be sent by email on the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Mother’s Day 2027?
Mother’s Day in the US is the second Sunday in May, so in 2027 it falls on Sunday, May 9.
When is Father’s Day 2027?
Father’s Day in the US is the third Sunday in June, so in 2027 it falls on Sunday, June 20.
When are Galentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day 2027?
Galentine’s Day is Saturday, February 13, 2027, and Valentine’s Day is Sunday, February 14, 2027.
When is Boss’s Day?
National Boss’s Day is October 16. In 2026 it falls on a Friday. When it lands on a weekend, many offices celebrate on the nearest workday.
When should I start Christmas shopping?
There’s no fixed rule, but starting in October or early November gives you more choice and more time for delivery. Check each retailer’s holiday shipping cutoffs.
Why do some holidays change dates every year?
Holidays like Diwali, Hanukkah, Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Eid follow lunar or lunisolar calendars, so their dates move on the standard calendar each year.
Dates last checked September 2026. Holiday dates can vary by country and tradition. This calendar follows common US dates.