Father's Day in the Dominican Republic Date in the current year: July 28, 2024

Father's Day in its modern form was created in the United States. On June 19, 1910, Sonora Smart Dodd held a memorial service in Spokane, Washington to honor her father. William Dodd was a civil war veteran and widower who single-handedly raised six children after his wife's death in childbirth. Sonora was his eldest child and only daughter, she helped William raise her younger brothers and admired his devotion.

Father's Day in the United States is celebrated on the third Sunday in June. Many countries have adopted the same date, but some have opted for celebrating on another day. For example, Father's Day in the Dominican Republic always falls on the last Sunday in July. It is not a public holiday, but many Dominicans still consider it an important event.

On Father's Day, many Dominican families have special reunions. They gather together, have family meals and enjoy quality time with each over. Fathers are presented with greeting cards and small gifts meant to express their children's love, gratitude, and appreciation for what they've done for their family.