Isänpäivä

Isänpäivä, or Father's Day, is a celebration honoring fathers and father figures. It is observed on different dates around the world, but it is most commonly celebrated on the third Sunday of June in many countries, including Finland, where it is known as Isänpäivä. The origins of Father's Day can be traced back to the early 20th century in the United States, where Sonora Smart Dodd, a daughter of a Civil War veteran, founded the holiday to honor her father. The first Father's Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910, in Spokane, Washington. The holiday spread to other countries, with Finland adopting it in the 1950s. Isänpäivä is celebrated with various activities, such as family gatherings, gift-giving, and special meals. In Finland, it is customary to give fathers a red carnation, symbolizing love and passion, and to wear a red carnation on the day. The holiday is an opportunity for families to express their love and appreciation for their fathers and father figures.