The Feast of the Annunciation: What You Need to Know and How to Celebrate

“Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” — Luke 1:38

What Is the Feast of the Annunciation?

The Feast of the Annunciation is celebrated on March 25th, exactly nine months before Christmas. It marks the powerful moment when the Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her she would conceive Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit.

This beautiful Marian feast invites us to pause and reflect on the humility and courage it takes to say “yes” to God, even when we don't have all the answers.

Why Catholic Families Should Celebrate This Feast Day

This is such a great feast to celebrate at home, especially for Catholic moms looking to bring faith into everyday moments. When we observe these feast days with even the smallest rituals, we teach our children that faith is a living, breathing part of daily life.

5 Simple & Fun Ways to Celebrate the Annunciation

1. Pray the Angelus as a Family

The Angelus prayer recounts the Annunciation and is traditionally prayed at 6am, noon, and 6pm. Choose a time that works for your family and pray together—even just once that day!

2. Make Waffles for Dinner (Yes, Waffles!)

In some European countries (especially Sweden and Norway), this feast day is nicknamed “Lady Day” and celebrated with waffles because the Swedish word for "Our Lady’s Day" (Vårfrudagen) sounds a lot like "waffle day" (våffeldagen). Isn’t that fun?

Serve up waffles for dinner in honor of Our Lady!

3. Create a Marian Prayer Corner

Set up a small Marian altar with candles, a statue or image of Mary, and fresh flowers. Let your kids help decorate!

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4. Color + Craft with the Kids

Little ones learn best when their hands are busy. Use the day to color Marian images, create a paper lily (a symbol of Mary’s purity), or decorate a “yes jar” filled with ways your child can say “yes” to Jesus.

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5. Read the Scripture Story as a Family

Open your Bible to Luke 1:26–38 and read the story aloud. Then ask your children:

What would you do if an angel appeared to you?
Why do you think Mary said yes?
How can we say “yes” to God today?

Celebrate with Intention (and a Little Help!)

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Rosary Quiet Book – a soft, interactive way for littles to learn the Rosary
Hail Mary Prayer Mug – perfect for your morning coffee and prayer time
Marian Swaddle Blanket – wrap your little one in heavenly comfort

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Final Thought

You don’t have to go all out, one prayer, one simple dinner, or one coloring page is more than enough. The goal isn’t Pinterest-worthy perfection. It’s helping our kids (and ourselves) see the beauty of faith in the ordinary moments.

Let’s say “yes” to celebrating the Feast of the Annunciation, and let our homes reflect the joy of Mary’s yes.