In Argentina, the Father’s day is celebrated on third Sunday in June of each year, and this case will fall on the 16th, very soon.
It should be noted that this date is not official, since it is not established by law. However, It has become a popular tradition that is celebrated throughout the country.
In some provinces, such as Misiones, the Father’s day also celebrated 19th of Junein honor of General Manuel Belgrano, who is considered “Father of the Nation.”
How is Father’s Day celebrated in Argentina?
In Argentina, Father’s Day is an occasion to celebrate fathers and express how much they are loved and appreciated. Families often gather to eat, talk, and spend time together.
It is also common to give parents a present, such as a card, clothing, perfume or some other object that they like.
Why is Father’s Day celebrated?
The origin of Father’s Day dates back to 1908, when a woman named Sonora Smart Dodd, from Spokane, Washington, United States, proposed celebrating a special day to honor her father, William Jackson Smart.
His father had raised his six children alone after the death of his wife, and Sonora wanted to recognize his effort and dedication.
The Sonora idea was supported by several organizations and, In 1910, Father’s Day was first celebrated in Spokane.
Over time, the celebration spread to other countries around the world.including Argentina.
