Mother's Day in Boston

Mother's Day is on Sunday, May 11, 2025.

Enjoy a wonderful Mother's Day celebration with special brunch, lunch and dinner offerings from a Boston area restaurant. Find restaurants offering special menus for indoor, outdoor, and take-out dining or enjoy a Mother's Day event or activity, whether it be a walk in the park, a cruise on the harbor or an entertaining show or concert.

 

Mother's Day Events and Activities

Mother's Day Market May 09

Join us for our Mother's Day Shopping Market to discover a delightful assortment of local gift options curated from our permanent vendors and additional small business pop-ups. Enjoy tasty treats and craft sips while you browse the Market's artisan offerings. Entry is free, and…

Lilac Sunday May 11
  • Arnold Arboretum

Experience the springtime bloom of our renowned collection of nearly 400 lilacs. Visit for tours with Arboretum experts, hands-on children’s programming, and more. Picnicking in the Arboretum landscape is permitted on this day only. Located primarily on the edge of Bussey Hill…

Mother's Day Brunch at The Hampshire House May 11

This Mother’s Day, treat the special women in your life to a luxurious brunch experience at the Hampshire House, an historic mansion nestled in the heart of Beacon Hill. Our prix fixe Mother’s Day brunch is designed to make Mom feel cherished, featuring a gourmet menu, elegant…