Vancouver 
Mother’s Day is coming up! What do you have planned? Nothing yet?! Well, that won’t do. Mother’s Day comes once a year, and your mother is the most important woman in your life, so she deserves an incredible day of fun that she will love.
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Here are a few suggestions to save you – and give your Mom the grand celebration she deserves!
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Brunch
We curated an entire article for you with 25 of the hottest brunch spots in Vancouver to spoil mom and dig into a fabulous meal. There are both dine-in and dine-out options available in the city.
Shop For/With Mom
- Richmond Night Market — Night market comes alive with over 600 international food options that are waiting for you to explore, tempting your taste buds with an exotic journey of flavours. Explore more than 110 retail booths, each a treasure trove of unique finds, trendy fashion, and artisanal crafts. May 8 to 101 @ 8351 River Road, Richmond
- The Earring Show — The exhibition sees over 200 handmade earring submissions from around the world, made from an extensive variety of mediums. May 7 to 28 @ Craft Council of BC, 1386 Cartwright Street, Vancouver
- The Secret Plant Show — Expect a lively plant-focused event with 30+ local and international vendors offering rare, exotic, and everyday plants. Activities include pottery painting, workshops, a tattoo artist, handcrafted goods, and giveaways, creating a fun, hands-on experience for plant lovers. May 9 & 10 @ Bonsor Banquet Hall, 6550 Bonsor Ave, Burnaby
- Vancouver African Violet & Gesneriad Club Plant Show & Sale — The Floral Hall will showcase prize-winning African violets, alongside rare varieties available for purchase, offering a relaxed way to spend time among colourful blooms. Saturday, May 9 | 1 pm – 3 pm @ Van Dusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St., Vancouver
- Vancouver Postcard Club’s Postcard, Paper, and Photograph Show & Sale — There will be a number of dealers with a well curated selection of Postcards, Ephemera, Maps, Postal History, Photographs, Stereo cards, and more for sale. Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 9:30am to 3:30 pm @ Nikkei Cultural Centre, Lobby, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby
- BC Beauty & Wellness Expo — This event brings together 40+ local beauty and wellness brands, offering a mix of shopping, live demonstrations, and educational workshops. Attendees can explore skincare treatments, holistic wellness services, movement sessions, and expert-led talks focused on topics such as brain health, self-care, and overall well-being. Saturday May 9, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM @ The Pipe Shop Venue, 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
See a Show With Mom – Live Theatre & Concerts
- The Wedding Party: A Dinner Theatre Escape Room: For Mother’s Day, The Wedding Party offers an interactive mystery with puzzles, live performances by seven actors, and a three-course meal, placing participants inside a story of secrets, intrigue, and unfolding twists. @ Glowbal, 590 W Georgia St, Vancouver
- Eliades Ochoa: Mark Mother’s Day with an evening of music featuring Eliades Ochoa, founding member of Buena Vista Social Club, performing traditional Cuban styles with his recognizable stage presence. May 9 @ Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, 6265 Crescent Rd, Vancouver
- United Voices Choir: Experience a choral evening with United Voices Choir, alongside orchestra and soloists, performing works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Franz Schubert, highlighted by detailed harmonies and dynamic instrumental interplay. May 9 & 10 @ St Andrew’s-Wesley United Church and Pacific Spirit United Church, Vancouver
- Spring Strings: Eight string musicians from the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) will perform contemporary hits with a classical twist, featuring music by Coldplay, Adele, ABBA, and more. May 9 @ Address: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St, Vancouver
- The Music of James Bond: Spend Mother’s Day at the Orpheum, where Sean O’Loughlin leads the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra through iconic scores from James Bond, joined by guest vocalist Jimmie Herrod. May 8 & 9 @ Orpheum, 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
- Legally Blonde – The Musical: For Mother’s Day, Legally Blonde: The Musical brings Elle Woods’ journey from sorority life to Harvard Law, blending humour, music, and a story about identity, ambition, and challenging expectations while staying true to yourself. @ Metro Theatre, 1370 Marine Drive, SW, Vancouver
- Mel Robbins: Let Them Tour: Mel Robbins brings her Let Them Tour to the stage, sharing insights on mindset and motivation, drawn from her globally followed podcast, bestselling books, and years of personal and professional experience. May 10 @ Orpheum Theatre, 601 Smithe Street, Vancouver
- As You Like It: Enjoy an evening of mistaken identity, comedy, forestry, dress-up, a wee bit of romance, and a whole lot of Renaissance Faire fun! @ Vancouver Odd Fellows Hall, 1443 West 8th Ave, Vancouver
Handmade for Mother’s Day: Botanical Art Cards
Hosted by Vancouver-based artist Linnea Solomon, this workshop will cover the basics of pencil sketching and coloured pencil colouring, with a focus on botanical subjects. You’ll leave the workshop with a better understanding of how to approach sketching and colouring, as well as a lovely appreciation card for your mom, child, family member and loved one.
When: Sunday, May 10, 2026 | 1:00pm-3:00pm
Where: Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver
How Much: $20-$25 (plus fees and taxes)
Moms Special
Bring your mom or mom-figure to The Improv Centre on Mother’s Day for a special afternoon that’s all about her! Treat them to a drink on our waterfront patio, and then sit back and enjoy this high-energy, improvised laugh fest that’s going to be fun not only for moms, but for the whole family!
When: Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 2:00 pm
Where: Improv Centre, 1502 Duranleau Street, Vancouver
How Much: $26.50 to $38.50 +fees
Mother’s Day Traditional Pow Wow
There will be traditional performances featuring various drumming groups and dancers and an Indigenous market with local vendors.
When: Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Trout Lake Community Centre, 3360 Victoria Drive, Vancouver
How Much: Free
Mother’s Day Cocktail Cruise
Celebrate the most important women in your life with an unforgettable evening on the water! Enjoy a beautiful sunset, delicious food, music, and capture priceless memories with your loved ones. Experience Includes: Buffet-Style Dinner, Complimentary Glass of Wine or Champagne (for 19+ guests), Soft Musical Night with Top DJs
When: Sunday, May 10, 2026 | Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Burrard Queen, 760 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
How Much: $17.31 & up
Royal Canadian International Circus
When: May 7 to 10, 2026
Where: Lansdowne Centre, 5300 Number 3 Road, Richmond
How Much: $35 – $60
Sushi & Dumpling Making
Spend time with mom learning to make dumplings or sushi, with workshops inviting participants to learn new recipes, explore Asian culture, and share a small meal together in a heritage house museum setting. Details
When: May 9, 2026
Dumpling Making: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Sushi Making: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Where: Mackin House Coquitlam Heritage, 1116 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam
How Much: $25
Visit Bloedel Conservatory
One of the most beautiful places in Vancouver is the cool biodome in Queen Elizabeth Park. Place a visit here, and plants, trees, and beautiful settings will make you feel you are in a tropical region. etails
Address: Bloedel Conservatory Plaza, 4600 Cambie St, Vancouver
Where: Garden: Daily | 10 am – 5 pm
How much: Regular admission
Mother’s Day at Glades Garden
A beautiful setting accompanied by live classical music makes this the perfect scene for an afternoon with a special Mom. Enjoy coffee, tea or hot chocolate while you are passing the time here and take advantage of all the spring blooms like rhododendrons, vibrant azaleas and more! Details
When: May 9 & 10, 2026 | 10 am – 4 pm.
Where: Glades Woodland Garden, 457 – 172 Street, Surrey
How Much: $9.20
VanDusen Botanical Gardens
Spend time with Mom at VanDusen Botanical Gardens — a special place in Vancouver with more than 50 acres of trails, lakes and beautiful flowers. Details
When: May 9 & 10, 2026
Where: 5251 Oak St, Vancouver
How Much: Free
Enjoy a Walk
Why not enjoy a relaxing walk at one of Vancouver’s many fabulous parks and trails?
Horse-Drawn Tours
Stanley Park offers a great atmosphere to enjoy a great afternoon with Mom, taking in the sights with good conversation and good laughter – by horse! You will get on board old-fashioned vehicles and enjoy the natural beauty of Stanley Park, which is fully narrated and one hour long. Details
How Much: Varies
When: May 9 & 10, 2026
Where: 715 Stanley Park Drive
