Best Father's Day: Quotes, Messages, Images, Wishes, Cards, Greetings, Wallpapers, GIFs, PNG, and Pictures

Father's day is celebrated worldwide to honour the fathers and forefathers of our family as well as the nation's. We know it as the day when we acknowledge the sacrifices and hard work a father does to keep his family safe and secure. Although it is celebrated all across the globe, the date of celebration varies from country to country.

When is Father's Day Celebrated?

Most of the countries celebrate Father's Day on 3rd Sunday of June, including India. USA, UK, Canada, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Turkey, Malaysia, Pakistan, Ireland, Ethiopia, Japan, Columbia, China are few other nations who have adopted the same day for the celebration.

Countries like Australia, Fiji, New Zealand celebrate it on first Sunday of September, Latvia on second Sunday. Scandinavian countries of Iceland, Sweden, Finland and Norway celebrate it on second Sunday of November.

Father's Day 2023 Date

• When is Father's Day 2023?

Father's Day for the year 2023 is celebrated/observed on Sunday, 18 June.

• Father's Day dates for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027

Father's Day Quotes

• Lately all my friends are worried they’re turning into their fathers. I’m worried I’m not. – Dan Zevin
• A father is someone you look up to no matter how tall you grow – Unknown
• A father is neither an anchor to hold us back, nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way. - Unknown
• The greatest mark of a father is how he treats his children when no one is looking. – Dan Pearce
• By the time a man realizes that maybe his father was right, he usually has a son who thinks he’s wrong– Charles Wadsworth

Father's Day Wishes

• You know what they say: Real heroes don’t wear capes—they make bad dad puns. Thank you for being a real hero, Dad. Love you!
• Thank you for giving fatherhood your all. You've made me the person I am today.
• God took the strength of a mountain, the patience of eternity, and combined them to create the thing we call dad.
• It’s that time of year again when everyone tries to tell themselves that they had the best dad in the world. I really did have the best dad in the world, so they can’t be right.
• I know raising me took patience... to say the least. Thank you for all of yours!
• To my dad, the man who moves fire and earth for his family.
• Where would I be without you as my dad? I'm so grateful for you. Happy Father's Day.
• Thank you for always making something out of nothing. Happy Father's Day!
• You're the best dad ever. I mean, just look at how I turned out!
• Sending lots of love to the dad who did his best to keep me out of trouble… from the daughter who sure did have a knack for finding it!
• A dad is someone you look up to every day, no matter how tall you grow.
• Only a dad like you gives his all to make way for his children.
• Over the years, you’ve taught me so many of the important things I know—including a few choice words for certain situations! Happy Father’s Day, Pop!

Father's Day Messages

• Let’s be honest —you wouldn’t have this special day if it wasn’t for me! Happy Father’s Day!
• Dad, even when you aren't there, I feel you in the world all around me.
• Thank you for all the ways you go above and beyond every day.
• You’ve given your children someone to admire, respect, and honor. You are a fantastic dad, and we love you so much!
• Thank you for being my dad.
• Happy Father's Day to my hero and role model. Thank you for everything you have done for our family. We love you with all our hearts.
• Although time and distance may separate us, your guidance, advice, and love has stuck with me through it all. I would not be who I am today without you. Enjoy your special day.
• I love you, Dad—even if I never accept your friend request
• It turns out you were right about everything, Dad. Happy Father's Day!
• The man, the myth, the legend. Happy Father's Day, Dad!
• Popping open a cool one in your honor on Father’s Day, Pops. Cheers!
• Thank you for being there every day, offering just the love and guidance I’ve needed to find my way through life.
• You know that I like Batman, and Superman’s cool too, but I don’t really need them as long as I have you! Happy Father’s Day to my super Dad!

History & Celebration of Father's Day in Different Countries

Its origin is linked to the Sunday Of Forefathers which is celebrated on second Sunday before Nativity or birth of Jesus and falls between December 11 and 17. It is celebrated to commemorate the ancestors of Jesus Christ.

The Catholic Church started favouring celebration of fatherhood from the end of 14th century and asked to be celebrated on Saint Joseph's Day. Since then Spain, Italy and Portugal celebrate the day on March 19.

USA

In 1908, during a Sunday sermon, a Church in West Virginia, USA remembered 362 men who had died in a Coal Company Explosion previous year and in doing so, honoured all the fathers of the nation. 

The US celebrated its first father's Day on June 19, 1910, in Washington. It is said to be founded by Sonora Smart Dodd, a daughter of a civil war veteran who regarded her father highly. On learning about newly recognised Mother's Day, she promoted the idea of Father's Day to Spokane Ministerial Alliance. They decided the third Sunday of June instead of Dodd's suggested date of June 5, her father's birthday. But it didn't pick up immediately, a lot of trader groups and manufacturers rallied behind the concept promoting it even in the face of criticism and sarcasm. Finally, in 1972, President Nixon made it an official national holiday.

Germany

Germany celebrates Father's Day on the 40th day of Easter which is also known as Ascension Day or Christi Himmelfahrt. The tradition started around the 18th century, honouring ascent of Jesus to heaven on the day, men went to towns on carriages and rewarded whoever had produced most children with ham. Slowly, the occasion became less about religion and more about celebrating fathers and men in general. 

A major part of Father's Day celebration in Germany is alcohol. Men go out on hikes and bike rides and stroll around with their booze-carts, conveniently so since it's a national holiday. This also makes it a peak time for alcohol-related accidents.

Nepal

In Nepal, Father's Day celebration is part of Gokarna Aunsi day. It is commonly known as Buwaako mukh herne din or 'the day for looking at father's face'. Celebrated on the new moon day, people honour the deceased fathers and go to temples. It is observed by both Hindus and Buddhists, mostly in north-western regions of the country.

Scandinavia

Earlier, Scandinavian countries adopted 3rd Sunday in June for Father's day due to American influence, but it was later shifted to November. The date change was partly to increase sales in the period before Christmas which is otherwise a dry spell for businesses. Another reason was to keep half a year gap between Father's day and Mother's Day which is celebrated in May.

Taiwan

Taiwan adopted the eighth day of the eighth month as Father's day because 'eight/eight' in mandarin sounds like 'ba-ba' which is Chinese for father. On this day people go out for dinners with their fathers, send them gifts and wishes. 

Thailand

Thailand celebrates Father's Day on December 5 in remembrance of their late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who was born on December 5, 1927, which was a Monday. On this day people wear yellow as they believe Yellow to be the colour of Monday. Earlier, people also gifted canna lily, which symbolises masculinity, to their fathers and grandfathers on this day. Nowadays, people gather at the front garden of the Royal palace- Sanam Luang to hear the annual king's speech and light candles to show their faith. Similarly, the mother's day in Thailand is celebrated on the occasion of Queen Sirikit's birthday.

Denmark

Unlike other Nordic nations, Denmark celebrates it on June 5, which is also celebrated as Danish Constitution Day. Hence, this day the nation sees many Church congregations and furling Danish Flag with speeches and singings. The celebration ends with coffee and traditional buns.

France

In France, the first time idea of Father's Day was introduced in 1949 by Flaminaire, a lighter manufacturer company. Its concept was promoted to market their product and also used it for their slogans- "Our daddies told us, for father's day, they all want a Flaminaire'

The holiday was made official in 1952, and a committee for same was set up to honour those fathers who deserved it the most.

India

In India, Father's Day is celebrated as in any other country. People wish their fathers and gift them greeting cards, coffee mugs, watches, clothing apparel etc. Restaurants and stores have special offers for fathers and kids. Gift shops stock up too. Many people, including celebrities and politicians, also take it to social media to post heartwarming messages for their dads. 

Interesting Facts About Father's Day

• Some believe that the first father's day card was made 4000 years ago in Babylonia. A youth named Elmesu carved wishes for his father's good health and long life on a clay tablet.
• Father's Day is the fourth-largest card selling occasion with around 93 million sales, according to the largest greeting cards seller – Hallmark. However, it is still behind Mother's Day sales which are around 141 million cards.
• According to statistics, 50% of father's day cards are bought by sons and daughters, 20% by wives and remaining for grandfathers and uncles.
• Roses were suggested as the official flower for Father's Day. Sonora Dodd encouraged everyone to wear red rose to honour their living fathers while white one to honour those who have passed away.
• The most popular Father's Day gift is a tie. However, it might not be the most desired one. In fact, according to a survey, only 19% desire for any clothing item for fathers day.
• India is home to the oldest father in the world. Ramit Raghav from Haryana was blessed with his first child in 2010 when he was 94 years old. Two years later he broke his own record by becoming a father to his second child.

Conclusion

A father is an important part of a child's life. It is their unconditional support and affection that makes a kid grow into a confident, happy adult. Fathers provide security and emotional support and play a vital role in a family's overall well-being. 

The coming Father's Day will fall on June 20, 2021. Let it not pass unrecognised. Acknowledge the troubles and sacrifices our fathers and forefathers went through to provide us with a secure life that we enjoy today. Express your love for them with a nice thoughtful gift or a luscious meal with his favourite dishes. Flowers and cards would also work just fine. Fathers are the one who will always stand by you, who will always have your back. Don't forget to appreciate them.

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Co-author:  Shreya Arya

A digital marketing enthusiast with experience in HR and hospital management, Shreya has wide interests ranging from philosophy, psychology to latest trends in automation. She is also a freelance content writer and loves lending beautiful words to ideas and feelings.