Los grandparents They occupy a fundamental place in families. They are the ones who always have a story to tell, advice to give or a hug at the right time.
Many times they also help raise their grandchildren, take care of them when their parents work, and are present at the most important moments in their lives. With their experience, love and dedication, they become essential support for the entire family.
That’s why, Every July 26, Grandfather’s Day is celebrated in Argentina and in several countries around the world. The date invites us to recognize and thank them for everything they do daily, whether with a visit, a call, a gift or simply sharing a moment with them.
Grandparents’ Day is celebrated every July 26, since On this date, the Catholic Church commemorates Saint Joachim and Saint Anne, who, according to tradition, were the parents of the Virgin Mary and the grandparents of Jesus.
Both are considered the patron saints of grandparents because they represent values such as love, solidarity, kindness and hope. Furthermore, they are remembered for having accompanied Mary’s education in the faith.
Although it is not a holiday nor does it appear on the official calendar, the date became a opportunity to recognize the fundamental role that grandparents they have in families.
In Argentina, in addition to July 26, Grandfather’s Day is also celebrated, the third Sunday in August, and Grandmother’s Day, the second Sunday in November.
When is Grandparents Day celebrated in other countries
He Grandparents Day It is not celebrated on the same date around the world. Since 1978, several nations, such as Spain, commemorate it every July 26. On the other hand, others chose different days to pay tribute to them.
In Mexico it is celebrated on August 28, while in Canada it is commemorated on the second Sunday in September. In Chile, the tribute takes place on October 15 and, in Ecuador, on the last Sunday of August.
For its part, Colombia celebrates it on August 24, Costa Rica on September 14, Bolivia on August 26 and Uruguay on June 19. In Europe there are also differences: France celebrates grandparents on the first Sunday in March and the United Kingdom does so on the first Sunday in October.
Beyond the differences in the calendar, the goal is the same: recognize the affection, dedication and important role that grandparents play within families and society.
Furthermore, in the world there is International Day of Older Persons, which is October 1st. Is promoted by the UN and is dedicated to raise awareness against discrimination against the elderlycalling attention to negative stereotypes and misconceptions about aging.
The best dedications to share on Grandparents’ Day
- «Happy Grandparents Day! Thank you for being the heart of our family and for all the love you give us.»
- «Grandparents, your wisdom and love are a true treasure. Happy day!»
- «Thank you for every story, every advice and every hug. I love you very much, grandparents.»
- «Grandparents are as necessary for a child’s growth as vitamins.»
- «Who needs superheroes having grandparents?»
- «With your stories the books fall short.»
- «Thank you for the infinite patience and unconditional love.»
- «Grandparents create memories that the heart keeps forever. Happy day.»
The best phrases from thinkers and writers to share on Grandparents’ Day
- «There is no more beautiful accomplice in our lives than the grandfather. In him we have a father, a teacher and a friend.» – Leticia Yamashiro, writer.
- «One of the joys of being a grandparent is seeing the world again through the eyes of a child» – David Suzuki, scientist
- «There are parents who do not love their children; there is no grandfather who does not adore his grandchildren» – Victor Hugo, French writer and poet.
- «Grandparents drop stardust on the lives of young children» – Alex Haley, American journalist.
- “The two most satisfying experiences in life must be becoming a grandparent and becoming a grandchild” – Donald A. Norberg.
- “Love is the greatest gift that one generation can leave to another” – Richard Garnett, librarian.
