Mother’s Day is coming up fast.
The special day to honor moms is celebrated on the second Sunday in May, which means you have less than six days to figure out how to show mom how much you appreciate her and everything she does.
If your plans include a special meal, maybe breakfast in bed or her favorite lunch or supper at home, will you be able to swing into Publix?
Here’s what you should know.
When is Mother’s Day 2026?
Mother’s Day will be celebrated Sunday, May 10, this year.
Why is Mother’s Day so early this year?
Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May. The earliest date it could be is May 8. The latest date would be May 14.
So you’re not too far off in thinking Mother’s Day feels a little early this year. Get ready, though. In 2027, Mother’s Day will be on May 9.
It became an official U.S. holiday in 1914, according to history.com.
Countdown to Mother’s Day
Is Publix open on Mother’s Day?
Whether it’s a card, flowers or a last-minute ingredient for a favorite meal, Publix has you covered on May 10.
The Florida-based grocery store is closed for three days during the calendar year and Mother’s Day is not one of them.
Publix is closed on:
Mother’s Day gift ideas
Don’t panic. We have gift ideas for you:
➤ Last-minute Mother’s Day gift idea: Tickets to concerts, comedy shows
➤ Spoil mom for less with these 10 Mother’s Day gift ideas under $50
➤ Shop the best gourmet gift sets for Mother’s Day
➤ Mother’s Day gift guide for moms who deserve a real break
➤ Get Mother’s Day gifts delivered from 1-800-Flowers, save up to 40%
➤ Shop custom photobooks, frames and more for Mother’s Day
Shop the perfect Mother’s Day gift … tickets!
Some shipping deadlines have already passed but …
Shipping options, to get something in time for Sunday, May 10, are getting tougher. Some deadlines have already passed, but if you’re ordering online, here are options still available:
Mother’s Day trivia to enjoy
Contributor: Rachel Cortez, USA Today
Cheryl McCloud is a journalist for the USA TODAY Network-Florida’s service journalism Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content directly in your inbox each weekday day by signing up for the free newsletter, Florida TODAY, at https://floridatoday.com/newsletters.
This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Mother’s Day coming fast. Will Publix be open? Gift ideas
Reporting by Cheryl McCloud, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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