Mother’s Day Around Seattle: 30+ events and activities for 2026

This year, Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10, 2026. What do moms really want? Sometimes they’re not great at telling us. But in many cases, they don’t want a lot: maybe a chance to sleep in, a heartfelt show of appreciation, or something handmade. (Lavender sachet, anyone? Here’s a how-to.)

If you do decide to go on a outing, we’ve given you plenty of ideas about where to go this weekend to have fun celebrating motherhood..

Happy Mother’s Day!

Best Mother’s Day Events in Seattle

Friday, May 8

North of Seattle

• Mother’s Day Plant Sale  | May 8-10 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Kruckeberg Garden, Shoreline | Free | Join their annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale. Enjoy their selection of native trees and shrubs, woodland ephemerals, ferns, houseplants, and much more.
• Sip & Shop at Vita Nova Spa | Friday, May 8 | 3-7 p.m., RSVP here | The Lodge at St. Edward’s Park | Free to attend, specials on express treatments | An afternoon of indulgence featuring wine, house-made bites, 15% off spa retail, and exclusive express treatments, this Sip & Shop event is filled with connection, sips, and self-care, each experience is crafted to feel both meaningful and memorable.
• Paint ‘n’ Sip Floral Vase | Friday, May 8 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Descendant Cellars, Woodinville | $55.20 tickets here | Come unwind, sip wine, and create something thoughtful and personal just in time for Mother’s Day. No prior art experience needed—just bring mom and yourself or just yourself and enjoy the process.

Saturday, May 9

Seattle

• Storytime at Kubota Garden | Saturday, May 9 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. | Kubota Garden | Free | For kids and families | Engage in stories and hands-on art activities that connect kids and families to nature at Kubota Garden. At this program, local storyteller Tobey Ishii-Anderson will share Japanese folktales.
• Spring Preview Farmers Market | Saturday, May 9 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Queen Anne Farmers Market | Free | All ages | The market hosts the Spring Preview Market to share a glimpse of the season to come! Welcome the bounty of spring in the PNW by shopping with your favorite farmers and food artisans.
• Petals and Poses | Saturday, May 9 | 11 a.m. | Lulumon, Seattle | $55.13 tickets here | A morning of self-care with gentle yoga, a sound bath, herbal facial mist bar, and a DIY floral bouquet.
• Beacon Arts Street Fair | Saturday, May 9 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Roberto Maestas Festival St | Free | Join this active street fair on the Second Saturday of the month, with vendors, live music, family activities, community dancing and more.
• Mother’s Day Crafts | Saturday, May 9 | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | JCPenney 5+ locations | Free | All ages | Join JCPenney in-store for a free craft activity + extra-savings coupon. Craft a flower bouquet Mothers Day.
• Annual Flower Festival  | May 9-10 | 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Pike Place Market | Free | Find seasonal bouquets from over 30+ local flower farmers, exclusive shopping deals, and lively music performances from Market buskers! This event is for all ages.
• Mommy and Me Candle Making Class | Saturday, May 9 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Noir Lux Candle Bar, Seattle | $37.42+ tickets here | During this guided session, you and your child will each create your own custom candle, blending fragrances that reflect your personalities and the moment you’re sharing. You’ll also take a few quiet moments to write letters to each other; words you can hold onto, revisit, and cherish as they grow.
• Mother’s Day Glassybaby Centerpiece | Saturday, May 9 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Glassybaby Madrona, Seattle | $125 tickets here | create a one-of-a-kind centerpiece! Includes personalized floral instruction, all floral supplies, Glassybaby votive, and floral materials.
• Mother’s Day Pressed Flower Event at Alki | Saturday, May 9 | 1-4 p.m. | Alki Bathhouse, Seattle | $99.59+ tickets here | Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with a beautiful afternoon at Alki Beach. Guests will create their own pressed flower artwork in elegant floating gold frames while enjoying Persian tea and sweet treats in a peaceful coastal setting.

Eastside

• Mother’s Day Celebration | Saturday, May 9 | 4-7 p.m. | Seema’s Cafe, Sammamish | $55.11 tickets here| Walk the ramp together like queens of the same story. Enjoy fun games and beautiful moments together, indulge in gourmet delights, music, and laughter, and win exciting prizes while creating new memories.
• Mother’s Day Pairing | May 9 & 10 | Saturday, May 9, 1-6 p.m., Sunday, May 10, 1-4 p.m. | Barnard Griffin, Woodinville | $35 tickets here | Join us Mother’s Day Weekend for a delicious cheese, chocolate, and wine pairing. We’ll have 4 wines paired with 3 cheeses and 1 chocolate bonbon.

North of Seattle 

• Picnic with Alpacas | May 9-10 | 12:30 p.m. | Enchanted Farms Duvall | $40 (ages under 2 are free) | Tickets here | In addition to petting and feeding alpacas, you also have the option to visit with their mini donkeys, goats sheep, and feed, pet, and learn about them.
• Edmonds Spring Fest | Saturday, May 9 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Frances Anderson Playfield | Free | Enjoy this spring family-friendly festival, with lots of vendors, great food trucks, and, as always, a GREAT place to shop for Mother’s Day.

South of Seattle

• Mother’s Day Weekend at Rhody Garden | May 9-10 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, Federal Way | $12/ adults, $9 seniors and students, free for under 12 or military with ID | Explore 13 unique garden features, enjoy a musical performance as you shop from vendors, dine on cuisine from a food truck, or browse rare and beautiful botanicals for purchase from the onsite nursery.
• Pacific Bonsai Museum: BonsaiFest | May 9-10 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Pacific Bonsai Museum, Federal Way | Free | See hundreds of beautiful bonsai in an enchanting, woodsy setting. Live bonsai-making demonstrations, Docent-led tours of the collection, pop-up shopping, kids’ activities, and food trucks.
• Baby Animals and Bloom Days | May 9-10 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Maris Farm, Buckley | age 3+/$20 | Tickets here | All ages | There will be lots of cute farm animals, fun activities, and the Farmers Market. There is also a tulip field and fun activities for the kids.
• Mother’s Day Train Ride | Saturday, May 9 | 11 a.m. | Chehalis Railroad & Museum | $59/ person, children under age 2 ride free on a parent’s lap | Tickets here | Celebrate Mother’s Day on a 1920s coach train for a river-view excursion and or a tea and dessert train ride. Guests can choose between the dessert option and the catered brunch (at an additional cost) for this serene and relaxing excursion.
• Second Saturday Playdate | Saturday, May 9 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drum Roll Wine, Renton | Free | Inspired by a wine club member who liked the idea of bringing her son to the tasting room but also felt self-conscious having the only child in the place, they have decided to open early once a month and invite parents to come in with their children in tow. Feel free to bring a game, toy, or snacks.

Sunday, May 10

Seattle

• Ballard Farmers Market | Sunday, May 10  | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Every Sunday, year-round | Ballard | Free | The market is open rain or shine year-round, in the heart of Ballard. Features live buskers, local vendors, and shopping! Some vendors offer free samples, which is perfect for the little ones to try something new.
• “Giselle” | Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10 | Hours vary | Edmonds Center for the Arts | $29-$52 | Tickets here | Ages 7+, but keep in mind this story is a bit spooky and tragic | This romantic masterpiece tells the haunting story of a young peasant girl deceived by her lover. After her untimely death, she is summoned by the vengeful Wilis, yet her enduring love and forgiveness save the man who betrayed her, leaving a timeless tale of passion, heartbreak, and redemption.
• Mama Mommy Mom Bruh Virtual Race | May 10-31 | Virtual, do anytime | Cost: starts at $28.52, register here | The Mama Mommy Mom Bruh Virtual Race is a lighthearted Mother’s Day–themed challenge that honors moms of every kind, stage, and sense of humor. Choose your distance, run or walk at your own pace, and complete your race anytime in 2026. Grab your family or another fellow mom and go for a run or walk. 15 percent of registration fees go to Vitamin Angels.
• Mother’s Day Shuck Fest | Sunday, May 10 | 2 p.m. | Stoup Ballard | $39.19 tickets here | Treat Mom to the ultimate salty-sweet pairing: fresh-shucked gems and cold Stoup brews (or some festive bubbles).
• Mother’s Day Vibe Bingo and Soul Food Buffet | Sunday, May 10 | 3-6:30 p.m. | Lakewood Seward Park Community Club | $73.87 tickets here | Crowned in Soul: The Mother’s Day Experience: bingo in the building, Paint & Sip, and a soulful buffet that hits every time with local vendors bringing the heat.
• Mother’s Day Inprov Show | Sunday, May 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Unexpected Productions, Seattle | $22.35 (Moms get in for just $10 with promo code IMAMOM) tickets here | A one-of-a-kind improv comedy show performed by real moms from our resident ensemble. These hilarious, quick-thinking mothers will turn the wild, wonderful, and downright chaotic world of parenting into side-splitting comedy — completely unscripted and totally relatable!
• BYOB Paint ‘n’ Sip Mother’s Day Extravaganza | Sunday, May 10 | 9-11 a.m. | Wecelium Creative Lab, Seattle | $62.02 tickets here | Mothers, paintbrushes, a beverage of your choosing, and two hours to put it all together — it just makes sense. All materials and instructions are included in the price of the ticket, though you will have to BYOB.
• Mother’s Day Tea Blending and Candlemaking Experience | Sunday, May 10 | 1-4 p.m.| Entity Candles Seattle | $96.41 tickets here | Create your own 9 oz luxury candle using our signature fragrance selections. You’ll pour, customize, and design a candle that’s uniquely yours. Craft your own custom tea blend using a curated selection of herbs, florals, and premium ingredients.
• Mother’s Day Paint and Sip | Sunday, May 10 | 1-3 p.m. | Tapster, Seattle | $43.32 tickets here | Paint and Sip as Master Artist Maxine Jung walks you through this beautiful Mother’s Day painting during a 2-hour live event and you take home your masterpiece. Aprons, instruction, and all supplies are included.

Eastside

• Mother’s Day Gond Art | Sunday, May 10 | 1-3 p.m. | Yuan Ru Art Gallery, Bellevue | $49.11 tickets here | Step into the vibrant world of Gond art — an intricate Indian folk tradition rooted in storytelling and nature — and create your own beautiful painting in a calm, guided setting. This intimate, hands-on workshop is designed for all skill levels. Whether you’re completely new or already enjoy art, you’ll be guided step-by-step to create a piece you’ll be proud to take home.
• Held, a Mother’s Day Sauna, Movement and Reflection Experience | Sunday, May 10| 4-6 p.m. | Fyre Sauna, Redmond | $92.55 tickets here | Accessible movement to help the body soften and settle. From there, you’ll be guided through soothing sauna and cold plunge sessions, with space to warm, cool, rest, or opt out as needed. Quiet guidance and moments of reflection invite you to move at your own pace and listen inward.
• Mother’s Day Painting Celebration (Mommy and Me event) | Sunday, May 10 | 3-5 p.m. | Dorna Music and Arts, Bellevue | $31.46 tickets here | Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special painting experience designed for moms and kids to enjoy together. In this warm and creative workshop, participants will paint side by side, explore colors, and create a meaningful artwork inspired by love, family, and spring.

North of Seattle

• Lake Forest Park Farmers Market | Sunday, May 10 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Every Sunday, opens on Mother’s Day | 17171 Bothell Way NE | Free | The Lake Forest Park Farmers Market is a fresh market with locally grown and produced food (including many organic options), flowers, and a very limited number of crafts vendors.
• Nature’s Nurturers: A Celebration of Mothers | Sunday, May 10 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | IslandWood, Bainbridge Island | Ages 6-12 $27.64, 12+ $ 63.77, packages available | Tickets here | Join for trail-side ‘drop-in’ activities for your family that you can visit and a special Mother’s Day Brunch for the family.
• Mother’s Day at the Reserve | | Sunday, May 10 | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Bloedel Reserve, Bainbridge Island | $5 plus admission price: $9-$26| Register here | Join us on Sunday, May 10th, for a fun-filled, family-friendly celebration with a variety of exciting events. Food vendors, lawn games, pick your own Mason jar bouquet, and more.
• Mother’s Day Mini Retreat | | Sunday, May 10 | 2-3:15 p.m. | Lakeview Yoga and Wellness Center, Kenmore | $43.30 tickets here | This Mother’s Day mini-retreat moves you through a 45-minute vinyasa flow and 15-minute deep stretch, and closes with a 15-minute guided journaling practice designed to reconnect you with who you are — not only as a mom, but on a deeper level. Bring your yoga mat, a notebook, a pen, and your curiosity.

Mother’s Day Brunch in Seattle

• One popular option is the Mother’s Day brunch. Let someone else cook for you and dine inside or out around Seattle. If you’re going to take Mom out, call ahead. Like right now! Check out our Mother’s Day Brunch Guide with spots around the Seattle area.
• Of course, it can be pretty adorable when the kids cook. A few years ago, we talked to some kids with some ambitious plans for Mom.

Outdoor Mother’s Day Ideas

• If mom is into plants and gardening, head over to the annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale at the Kruckeberg Botanic Garden. It’s a fundraiser for the garden and a place where you will find some special plants. There are activities for the kids, too! Have them play while you browse.
• Sometimes, a walk in the garden around town and enjoying a few moments among the spring blooms is the perfect way to spend the day — with family or without. Check out our list of gardens and choose a few to explore.
• Go on a hike! Enjoy some time in nature — alone or with the family. Fresh air and a little exercise can put a lot into perspective and are good ways to bond with one another. Try one of these easy spring hikes for all ages and abilities.
• Try something new, like visiting one of the many family farms and petting zoos around Seattle, where kids can meet friendly animals up close — from goats and sheep to bunnies and cows. Or go to the Wallaby Ranch and have a cuddly encounter with a kangaroo.

There’s so much more to do! Check out our calendar for more Mother’s Day events and family outings.

Mother’s Day Weekend Getaways Near Seattle

How about treating Mom to a weekend away? Sometimes, a little time to yourself or a weekend to celebrate motherhood with friends is needed. Check out these local destinations that aren’t too far from Seattle. These are great family destinations, too! Or have a staycation at a hotel with an amazing pool. Take a look at these hotels that offer a variety of amenities.