There are countless ways to show your mom how much she means to you! Whether it’s checking out local attractions, browsing through markets, or enjoying a fancy dinner, the options are limitless.
Whether your mom craves alone time or wants to spend the day with the family, there’s something for everyone, so start planning to find the perfect way to say “I love you, Mom!” and create a unique and unforgettable Mother’s Day celebration.
Take Mom to a Sunday Brunch Event
Shower your mom with love and gratitude this Mother’s Day by treating her to a special brunch – whether you opt for her favorite restaurant or create a homemade feast, she’ll appreciate the thoughtfulness. With all the buffets, a la carte menus, and Mother’s Day specials at hotels, restaurants, pubs, and bars, the options are endless, so choose something you know your mom will adore!
Go Wine Tasting in and around London
This Mother’s Day, treat your mom to a tantalizing tasting experience if she’s a fan of beer or wine! The city has plenty of craft breweries, wineries, and meaderies just waiting to be discovered, so buckle up and get ready for a delightful afternoon of sampling and sipping.
- Taste your way through award winning beer, wine, cider and spirits during Ride the Bine Tours.
- Sign up your Mom for a two-hour tour with stops at the best local craft breweries and bars.
Take Mom Shopping
Forget mall shopping this Spring – head to the Farmers’ Markets or local shops for a chance to shop local, find the perfect gift for mom, and stuff your faces with tasty market eats!
- The Mom Market – Find one of a kind items and make memories with your family on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 3 pm to 7 pm @ Rotary Square
- Multicultural Sundays at the Market will showcase diverse cultures, live music, food vendors and artisan vendors. Sunday, May 14, 2023 from 11 am to 6 pm @ Rotary Square
- Come out to 100 Kellogg and support local makers, small businesses, artists, and young entrepreneurs. May 11 – 14, 2023.
- With 50+ local vendors, Yo Mama’s Market features gifts and goods of all kinds and sorts for the trendy mom in your life! Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 10 am to 2 pm at Komoka Community Centre.
Get Gifts for Mom:
- 15 Places to Get Exquisite Flower Bouquets in London
- Flower and Mother’s Day Gift Delivery Options in London
Give her a Spa Day in London
Give your mother the royal treatment she deserves this Mother’s Day by gifting her a spa package that offers relaxation, pampering, and tranquility or provide her with a gift certificate for her to choose her own treat.
- Enjoy a peaceful escape from the bustle of city life at the Spa at Idlewyld.
- Indulge in pure bliss at Fayez Spa with a range of rejuvenating treatments for the body and mind, including customized spa packages.
- Gift Mom a day of pure, decadent relaxation at Artistic Esthetic Spa.
- Relax, restore, revitalize at the Spa at Elm Hurst Inn.
Kid-Friendly Mother’s Day Activities
Spend quality family time this Mother’s Day by exploring a range of family-friendly activities that appeal to all ages, from small-scale entertainment to big-ticket attractions that guarantee an unforgettable experience.
- Enjoy lots of fun indoor activities, rocking, bumper cars, and climbing at East Park.
- Enjoy a day of adventure at Boler Mountain‘s Treetop Adventure Park.
Have a Mother’s Day High Tea Date
Elevate your Mother’s Day celebration by attending a high tea event that offers a range of delicious afternoon snacks such as finger sandwiches, pastries, and an extensive selection of teas to satisfy all tastes.
- Enjoy Tea and Treats and a stroll through the Heritage Village as the spring flowers bloom! Sunday, May 14, 2023 @ Fanshawe Pioneer Village
- Experience a unique afternoon tea from the comfort of your home. Enjoy Eldon House’s specialty tea blend with an assortment of sweets and savory nibbles. Mother’s Day Tea Box is available for pick up on Sunday, May 14 from 11 am to 1 pm.
- The Tea Lounge‘s Traditional English Afternoon tea offers multiple courses, elegant table settings, fresh, local foods expertly prepared, special flourishes. Sunday, May 14, 2023 from 12 pm to 2 pm.
- Follow us down the rabbit hole on Mother’s Day and enjoy a lovely tea service with sweet & savoury treats. The gallery will be decorated for this special event and we will have a decorated photo area for you to capture some memories. Sunday, May 14, 2023, 11 am and 1 pm at For the Love of Art.
Breast Cancer Canada’s Walk-a-Thon to Mother’s Day
Join the Virtual Walk-a-Thon. Set up a team, or move on your own. Rally pledges and support. Dollars for distance, time, reps. Raise money for a goal of one more gym day a week, or 30 more minutes of yoga every day, or one big 20km walk on one day. Whatever you like, as much as you like, whenever you like – from now, until Mother’s Day.
When: until May 14, 2023
Where: Wherever You Are, Canada
How much: Free
Fill Your Cup, A Labour of Love – Mother’s Day Juried Art Show & Sale
Celebrate Mother’s Day with the juried art show and sale! Join the Art Gallery of Lambeth, 2454 Main Street, from May 6 to June 3, 2023. View and purchase exceptional works of art from talented local artists, exploring the many facets of motherhood.
When: May 6 – June 3, 2023
Where: Art Gallery of Lambeth, 2454 Main Street
How much: Free
Mother’s Day Edition of Intro to It All
In this edition of Intro to It All, children and caregivers will fashion felt crowns, create a bonkers bouquet, and explore painting, drawing and sculpture to craft keepsakes for years to come.
When: Friday, May 12, 2023 | 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
Where: Museum London, 421 Ridout St. N., London
How much: $10 (1 adult and 1 child, $2.50 each additional child)
Jayne Hysen Quartet: An Afternoon of Music for Mother’s Day Weekend
Jayne and her quartet will present an afternoon of jazz originals for this special Mother’s Day Weekend Concert. Their instrumental music is uplifting, energetic, dreamlike, and will be performed in London for the first time by the JHQ. Themes that have inspired the music for this concert are rooted in the celebration of mothers, nature, self-exploration, the blues and spirituality.
When: Saturday, May 13, 2023 | 1:30 PM
Where: Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas Street East
How much: $25 – $30
State & Main’s For Mom
This Mother’s Day, This Mother’s Day, State & Main is helping families celebrate Mom while fundraising for a great local cause. is helping families celebrate Mom while fundraising for a great local cause.
When: May 6 – 14, 2023
Where: State & Main London, 671 Wonderland Road North, London
How much: Varies
Mother’s Day at Storybook Gardens
Celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, and mother-figures in your life by treating them to FREE admission at Storybook on May 14. Pizza Hut London will be onsite serving the first 100 guests free pizza at the new Pizza Hut Playhouse!
When: Sunday, May 14, 2023 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Storybook Gardens, 1958 Storybook Lane, London
How much: Free admission to Moms
London Run For Ovarian Cancer
The London Run for Ovarian Cancer is dedicated to raising funds for research on this disease. This year, the London Run for Ovarian Cancer is on Sunday, May 14 (Mother’s Day) because the run aims to protect women, including mothers, from ovarian cancer.
When: Sunday, May 14, 2023 | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Springbank Gardens, 205 Wonderland Rd S
How much: $25
Mothers Day Train Ride
Enjoy a train ride through the scenic Kettle Creek Valley. This will be a 60-minute, 13.6 km round trip from Port Stanley to Whytes Park and return with lots to see at Whytes Park including the world famous Circus Car!
When: Sunday, May 14, 2023 | 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM
Where: Port Stanley Terminal Rail, 309 Bridge Street, Port Stanley
How much: $9 – $15; Moms ride for half price; Ages 1 and under Free
Mothers Day Mom-osas
There’s no bond stronger than that of a Mom and their child! So come out and support Moms this Mothers Day with Drag Brunch at Toboggan! There’s nothing better than Brunch with Mom and a plate of eggs, bacon, homefries and a side of DRAG!!
When: Sunday, May 14, 2023 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: Toboggan Brewing Company, 585 Richmond Street, London
How much: $17.31
Outdoor Fun
Seeking some fresh air adventure this weekend — the good news is there are lots of natural areas for you to explore.
- Take a leisurely bike ride around the city for a peaceful way to soak up some stunning views, and it’s also a great idea to kick off your day before a picnic!
- Spring migration is here! If your mom loves taking a stroll through nature, consider going bird-watching in the city’s natural spaces. Sign up for a multi-day adventure with Indigenous naturalist Emily Porter, photography guru Phil McRoberts, and adventurer Robin Tapley to explore the ecologically diverse birding scene in Long Point.
Get Tickets to Dinner and a Show
Give your mom a special surprise by gifting her tickets to a live show for her and a guest or treating her to a memorable evening of dinner and theatre.
- The Donnellys, based on Canada’s most infamous vigilante murder, plays at Palace Theatre from May 4 to 14.
- Winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Book and Best Original Score, The Drowsy Chaperone is a loving send-up of the Jazz Age musical, featuring one show-stopping song and dance number after another. May 11 – 20, 2023 at Grand Theatre