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Bring Flowers to Someone Day

May 15 Nature / Outdoors Updated 2025-12-17

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Overview

Bring Flowers to Someone Day, observed annually on May 15th, is an unofficial yet heartwarming holiday that encourages individuals to brighten someone's day by gifting them flowers. Whether given to a loved one, a friend, a coworker, or even a stranger, the gesture aims to spread joy, express appreciation, and foster connections through the simple beauty and sentiment of a floral arrangement, emphasizing kindness and thoughtful gestures.

Observed each year on May 15, Bring Flowers to Someone Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.

Why it matters: Bring Flowers to Someone Day on May 15 serves as a reminder of the power of small gestures in cultivating kindness and strengthening relationships. By sharing the beauty of flowers, individuals can uplift others and promote a sense of community and appreciation for nature.

Origin and story

This day is an unofficial observance, often promoted by florists and kindness initiatives, rather than a government-recognized holiday.

Scientific studies have indicated that receiving flowers can provide an immediate boost in mood and reduce stress, lasting for several days.

Quick facts

  • DateMay 15
  • TypeNature / Outdoors
  • Great forGardeners, Hikers, Eco clubs

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Ways to celebrate

  • Step outside for a themed photo or short walk, noting what fits the day.
  • Bring Bring Flowers to Someone Day to work or school with a short shout-out in a meeting or group chat.
  • Post a story with #bring-flowers-to-someone-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.
  • Pair music, snacks, or décor that match the theme and enjoy a small break.
  • Share one fast fact about Bring Flowers to Someone Day: This day is an unofficial observance, often promoted by florists and kindness initiatives, rather than a government-recognized holiday.

Fun facts

  • This day is an unofficial observance, often promoted by florists and kindness initiatives, rather than a government-recognized holiday.
  • Scientific studies have indicated that receiving flowers can provide an immediate boost in mood and reduce stress, lasting for several days.
  • The act of giving flowers as a gesture of goodwill and appreciation has been a significant cultural practice for centuries across many societies worldwide.

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FAQ

When is Bring Flowers to Someone Day?
It is observed on May 15 each year.
What is Bring Flowers to Someone Day?
Bring Flowers to Someone Day, observed annually on May 15th, is an unofficial yet heartwarming holiday that encourages individuals to brighten someone's day by gifting them flowers. Whether given to a loved one, a friend, a coworker, or even a stranger, the gesture aims to spread joy, express appreciation, and foster connections through the simple beauty and sentiment of a floral arrangement, emphasizing kindness and thoughtful gestures.
How do people celebrate Bring Flowers to Someone Day?
Step outside for a themed photo or short walk, noting what fits the day.

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