Father's Day In Brazil

Unlike the US and many other parts of the world, Father’s Day in Brazil is actually celebrated in August.

Father's Day In Brazil

Like Mother’s Day, it is not a public holiday; nevertheless, it is still celebrated nationwide with gift-giving and family activities.

Why Father's Day Is Different In Brazil

The official date for celebrating Father’s Day in Brazil was established rather recently.

Father's Day History In Brazil

In the 1950s, a journalist named Roberto Marino and his colleague, Sylvio Behring, (not the jiu-jitsu expert!) named the second day in August “Dia dos Pais.”

Father's Day History In Brazil

This date coincided with the feast of Saint Joachim, who is the patron saint of fathers and believed to be the biological father of the virgin Mary.

Father's Day History In Brazil

This is in keeping with many of Brazil’s national holidays, which tend to align with the Catholic Christian tradition.

Father's Day History In Brazil

The original Portuguese Catholics who arrived in Brazil observed a feast in honor of father’s on March 19.

Father's Day History In Brazil

This is the feast of St. Joseph, and it dates back to at least the early 15th century.

Father's Day History In Brazil

It is not known exactly why Sylvio Behring and Roberto Marino chose a different date, nor why they had the authority to do so.

Father's Day History In Brazil

The theory is that Marino wanted to boost newspaper sales and Behring suggested the feast of Saint Joachim as a marketing ploy.

Father's Day History In Brazil

The theory is that Marino wanted to boost newspaper sales and Behring suggested the feast of Saint Joachim as a marketing ploy.

Father's Day History In Brazil

Whether or not this story is true, Father’s Day does happen to be one of the most consumer-driven holidays in Brazil, so perhaps Behring’s tactic worked!

How Do Brazilians' Celebrate Father's Day

Father’s Day in Brazil is observed in similar fashion to other countries.

How Do Brazilians' Celebrate Father's Day

The day is dedicated to spending time with loved ones, eating good food, and giving gifts.

How Do Brazilians' Celebrate Father's Day

Children will often prepare a homemade present at school on the Friday before Father’s Day.

How Do Brazilians' Celebrate Father's Day

If the family is Catholic, they may start the day with Sunday Mass. Then, a special lunch will be prepared, or the family may go to a favorite restaurant.

How Do Brazilians' Celebrate Father's Day

The rest of the day is spent together, doing outdoor activities like hiking, biking, or grilling.

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