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Celebrate Mother’s Day with a nature walk. Photo: iStock
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 11. We love any excuse to not only show appreciation for all the special moms in our lives, but also to bask in the attention of those who call us mom. And who could resist an excuse to get out of the house with (or without) the family?
From strolling through local gardens to indulging in special treats, our Mother’s Day roundup has everything you need for a weekend of celebrating. So start your day with a cup of coffee (that you don’t have to spend the morning reheating), and head out for an adventure.
Seattle-area Mother’s Day events for 2025
Carnation Spring Market, Carnation
Date and time: Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: Free; items for purchase
Start a Mother’s Day garden with plant-starts, pick up handmade goods from local vendors or enjoy a hot slice of pizza at this spring market. Arrive between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for a crop and livestock tour, where you can see sheep in the pasture and learn more from local farmers.
Mom & Daughter Special Event, Seattle
Date and time: Sunday, May 4, 3:30–6 p.m.
Cost: $85
Looking to spend quality time with your teen, tween, mom or grandmother? This unique workshop from Craft Cocktail includes step-by-step instructions and supplies for making your own Morse code necklace or bracelet (which you get to take home in a jewelry box). Plus, you can make a cocktail or mocktail to enjoy with light snacks. Other upcoming classes include making beaded earrings and leather catch-all trays — just note that spots fill up quickly!
Ballet Northwest Presents ‘Sleeping Beauty,’ Olympia
Date: Thursday–Sunday, May 8–11
Cost: $23–$45
If you want to surprise Mom with a day at the ballet, consider this gorgeous production. Ballet Northwest brings a classic fairy tale to life with outstanding choreography, beautiful costumes and stunning sets.
Mother’s Day Story Time at My Gym, Kent
Date and time: Friday, May 9, 11:15 a.m.–noon
Cost: Free for members; $10 for non-enrolled children/siblings
Moms with younger kids will delight in this special story time with games, dances, puppet shows and gymnastics. Let the kids get the wiggles out before the weekend begins!
Kruckeberg Mother’s Day Plant Sale, Shoreline
Date and time: Friday–Sunday, May 9–11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: Free; items for purchase
If plants and flowers are her thing, don’t miss the annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale with specially sourced offerings of native shrubs and ferns, spring bulbs, houseplants and more.
Block Printing Mother’s Day Card, Seattle
Date and time: Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.–noon
Cost: Free
Upgrade your handmade card for Mother’s Day with this workshop at a cozy local store. You can choose from a wide variety of pre-carved blocks, learn the basics of printmaking and leave with a handcrafted card to give someone special.
The Mom and Me Jubilee, Redmond
Date and time: Saturday, May 10, noon–2 p.m.
Cost: $40 for Redmond residents, $48 for nonresidents
Bring Mom, Grandma or another special mom figure to this fabulous tea party. There will be cookie decorating, yoga and more.
Enchanted Tea: A Wickedly Wonderful Event Inspired by Oz, Everett
Date and time: Saturday, May 10, 1–3 p.m.
Cost: $15
Transport the whole family to Oz for an imaginative tea party. There will be stories, live entertainment, creative crafts and more to enjoy. Partygoers are encouraged to dress up in their favorite sparkling pink or green outfits for the occasion.
Kids Plant for Mom’s Day, Edmonds
Date and time: Saturday, May 10, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Cost: $10
With the help of volunteers, little gardeners can pick a colorful pail and flowering plants, and then get their hands dirty creating a living bouquet for the special moms in their lives.
Edmonds Spring Fest, Edmonds
Date and time: Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: Free entry; items for purchase
Celebrate your favorite moms at Edmonds Spring Fest with vendors, food trucks and plenty of Mother’s Day gift ideas.
Mother’s Day Train Rides, Chehalis
Date and time: Saturday, May 10, 11 a.m. or 3 p.m. departure
Cost: $59–$84, depending on meal selection
Climb aboard a 1920s dining car for a river-view train excursion this Mother’s Day. Splurge on a brunch with gourmet sandwiches or a dessert dining experience with tea or coffee. After your treats, step into the open-air car for scenic views and a nostalgic experience.
Sip and Paint Plus Candle Pouring Class at Hyatt Regency Lake Washington, Renton
Date and time: Saturday, May 10, 6–8 p.m.
Cost: $60
Local artist Jonarra Swansom will be leading a Mother’s Day paint and sip class, with all materials included (plus food and beverage available for purchase). The class also includes candle pouring. Take in lakeside views while you create special keepsakes to take home.
Tilth Alliance’s May Edible Plant Sale, Seattle
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost: Free entry; items for purchase
Give Mom the gift of a growing garden this year. Bring the whole family to browse the largest selection of organically and sustainably grown vegetable starts, from cherry tomatoes to edible flowers and fresh herbs. If she’s new to gardening, there will be tools and books to help her get started.
Woodland Park Zoo Afternoon Tea in the Garden, Seattle
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Cost: $89 for ages 13 and older; $69 for ages 3–12; free for children 2 and younger
Enjoy a cup of tea on the Pollinator Patio, which is bursting with blooms this time of year. The menu includes gourmet tea sandwiches, petit fours, scones and more. Plus, tickets include zoo admission, so you can make a day of it.
Mother’s Day Picnic With Alpacas, Duvall
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost: $40 per person; free for infants younger than 2
What better way to celebrate spring (and moms!) than on an alpaca farm? This charming farm hosts a picnic with their friendly alpacas. You can feed and pet the alpacas, mini donkeys, goats, sheep and rabbits. Be sure to get your tickets in advance, and bring your own food and drinks to enjoy too.
Mother’s Day Stroll, Federal Way
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: $10; ages 12 and younger are free
Spend a relaxing day strolling through PowellsWood Garden, a 37-acre oasis with blooming flowers, tranquil forests and cheerful birdsong. You’ll want to bring a camera to capture the stunning setting (and a few photos with Mom).
Countryside Charm: An Elegant Mother’s Day Tea at Little Green Acres, Redmond
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. or 3–5 p.m.
Cost: $85 per person, ages 13 and older; $40 per child, ages 3-12; children younger than 2 free
Indulge in a countryside tea time catered by a private chef. There will be gourmet teas, delicate pastries, small sandwiches and more served on fine china. Craft a teacup terrarium to take home as a keepsake, and make sure to allow for extra time to visit with the sweet farm animals.
Olympic Ballet Theatre Presents ‘Coppélia,’ Edmonds
Date: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11
Cost: $29–$52
Seeing this classical three-act ballet is a delightful way to spend Mother’s Day. Prepare for a playful story with mistaken identities, a lifelike doll and plenty of secrets. The choreography and costumes are not to be missed.
Olympia Wooden Boat Fair, Olympia
Date: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11
Cost: Free
Head toward the water and check out wooden boats of all vintages and sizes displayed throughout Percival Landing. Saturday brings an evening block party and live performance from The Olson Bros Band, while Sunday celebrates Mother’s Day with art, music, and paint and sip experiences.
Baby Animals and Blooms Days at Maris Farms, Buckley
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: Advance tickets online cost $20 for adults, $18 for children ages 3–12; $25 on-site; ages 2 and younger free
Book tickets to enjoy a day on the farm during Maris Farms’ final weekend of its spring celebration. There is something for the whole family to enjoy, including a tulip field, big and baby critters, fun activities for kids and tasty treats for all.
BonsaiFest!, Federal Way
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Treat your special mom to the company of hundreds of beautiful bonsai at the height of spring bloom. Watch demonstrations, talk to artists, tour the collection and enjoy kids activities.
Remlinger Farms Family Fun Park Opening Weekend, Carnation
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Cost: 2025 prices TBA
Enjoy endless thrills and more than 25 rides and attractions at this local amusement park. Visit the animals in the petting farm, enjoy the arcade, float in a canoe and make memories.
Mother’s Day Weekend in the Garden, Federal Way
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: $10 adults; $7 seniors (age 65 and older) and students (with school ID); free for children 12 and younger and military personnel
Take a beautiful outing to the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden and experience the blooms at their peak. Food trucks will be on-site so you can enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on the patio.
Mother’s Day Weekend Train Rides, Snoqualmie
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: $38 for adults; $19 for children (2–12), free for children younger than 2
The whole family will enjoy a scenic steam train ride through the upper Snoqualmie Valley to view beautiful Snoqualmie Falls. Book tickets in advance to depart from either the Snoqualmie or North Bend depot.
Mother’s Day at NAAM, Seattle
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: Included with admission ($10 adults; $5 youth); ages 3 and younger are free
The Northwest African American Museum honors Black mothers, mother figures, caretakers and nurturers. Visit the museum on Mother’s Day and get a free copy of Tricia Hersey’s book, “Rest Is Resistance” (while supplies last).
17th Annual Pike Place Market Flower Festival, Seattle
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: Free
This year’s Flower Festival will include more than 30 tents featuring local farmers selling bouquets of their best blooms. Make a day of it and shop the local vendors and retail shops at the market, enjoy the live music, and grab a bite to eat at one of the fantastic restaurants. (See our handy Pike Place Market guide for more insider tips!)
Mother’s Day Botanical Brunch Event, Seattle
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Cost: Starts at $130 per adult; $65 per child younger than 12
Splurge on a fancy brunch for Mom this year at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. There will be live jazz music accompanying the floral-themed brunch, with a menu of savory quiches, fancy salads and sweet desserts. After brunch, you can shop from local, women-owned businesses, make your own bouquet and snap family photos.
Lakeside Mother’s Day Brunch and Pop-Up Flower Show, Renton
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost: $75 for adults, $25 for children 5–12, free for children 4 and younger
Celebrate Mom with a lakeside brunch featuring all her breakfast favorites. Choose a doughnut from the wall, indulge in house-made pastries and order an omelet with all the fixings. Make sure to pick up a customized bouquet from the pop-up flower shop — and consider booking a spa treatment for the mom who could use a little extra pampering.
Bloom With Love at Imagine, Everett
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: Included with admission ($22; ages 12 months and younger are free)
This sweet event at Imagine Children’s Museum celebrates every person who helps kids grow. Kids can create unique artwork, make thoughtful coupons, dance with friends, and enjoy more games and activities.
Blooms, Bubbles & Bees: Mother’s Day at Bloedel Reserve, Bainbridge Island
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: Included with admission ($9–$26; ages 4 and younger free) or membership
Spend the day outside, strolling through the garden and playing lawn games. A local beekeeper will be on-site to share more about the pollinators, and there will be live music and engaging activities. Kids can get their faces painted, make a card, and enjoy lawn games and bubbles. And don’t miss the chance to get a tintype family portrait!
Mother’s Day Stroll at Lakewold Gardens, Lakewood
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Cost: $12 adult; $6 youth
Lakewold Gardens is extending their hours for Mother’s Day, so you can spend the day exploring the gardens and smelling the flowers. There will be children’s activities and light refreshments.
Mother’s Day Paddle, Tacoma
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 9 a.m.–noon
Cost: $50
Book your spots now and treat mom to some quality time with the fam out on the waters of Commencement Bay. Launch your kayaks from the south end of Foss Waterway and experience the Tacoma skyline from a different perspective while you take in all the sights and sounds of this working waterway. Ages 10 and older.
Visit Morse Wildlife Preserve, Graham
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Explore the trails throughout 90 acres of preserved wildlife habitat. Mom will enjoy the serene, natural habitat as she learns about the open prairie and forest and spots local birds and mammals.
Nature’s Nurturers: Mother’s Day at IslandWood, Bainbridge Island
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Cost: $52 for teens and adults; $20 for ages 6–12; ages 5 and younger free; preregister
For the mom who loves the outdoors, IslandWood offers 6 miles of trails with the soothing sounds of nature. The Mother’s Day brunch includes a delightful smorgasbord for the whole family, followed by outdoor activities that offer a closer look at how wild animal moms nurture and raise their young. Tickets are on sale through May 6, so reserve your spot soon!
Mother’s Day With the Mariners, Seattle
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 1:10 p.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: Starting at $34
Take her out to the ballgame! The Mariners play the Toronto Blue Jays this Mother’s Day, with fun at the stadium planned for the whole family. Plus, the first 10,000 moms will receive a clear Mariners purse.
Mother’s Day Improv Comedy Show, Seattle
Date and time: Sunday, May 11, 7–8:15 p.m.
Cost: $20; moms are half price with discount code IMAMOM
Celebrate with a good laugh this Mother’s Day. Gather your mom squad for a night of off-the-cuff comedy about the joys (and horrors) of parenthood. Plus, all moms get half-price tickets.
Peony Festival, Seattle
Date and time: Saturday–Sunday, May 17–18, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: Donations welcome
Visit the Seattle Chinese Garden to take in the sight of peonies in full bloom. There will also be crafts to make and performances to enjoy.
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Editor’s note: The article was originally published in 2017 and is updated every year to include new activities and events for Mother’s Day in Seattle. It was most recently updated on April 29, 2025, by ParentMap’s family fun editor, Meredith Charaba. Over the years, Tiffany Doerr Guerzon, Devon Hammer and Julie Dodobara have contributed to this article.
