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

Moms Love Movies at Alamo Drafthouse May 09
  • Alamo Drafthouse
  • Recurring daily

Alamo Drafthouse is celebrating Mother’s Day with mom-approved movies, a special themed menu, discounted gift cards, and a charming Blossom Mug. From April 29, guests can enjoy a limited-time menu featuring items like Spiced Fries, Peach Ginger Sangria, and Strawberry Shortcake…

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…

Paint Workshop: Mother's Day Cards May 10

Join us on Sat, May 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM at the Boston Public Market inside the Nook for our Paint Workshop: Mother's Day Cards event! Show your appreciation for your mom by creating a personalized and heartfelt Mother's Day card. Let your creativity flow as you paint and design…

Pairing Wine and Chocolate May 10

Come revel in the magical match that is wine and chocolate! Join wine educator and chocolate connoisseur, Erika Frey, on her quest for the perfect wine and chocolate pairings. This class will explore the fundamentals of wine tasting, chocolate production and pairing food and wine…

Duckling Day May 11
  • Parkman Bandstand, Boston Public Garden

A beloved tradition for more than 30 years, Duckling Day celebrates the children’s classic book, “Make Way for Ducklings” by Robert McCloskey. Every year on Mother’s Day, hundreds of children parade through Boston’s most picturesque parks, dressed like characters from the story…

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 Mimosa Cruise May 11

Join us on the River this Mother's Day to celebrate Mom with our 90-minute cruise of the Charles River that includes a mimosa! Sit back and relax while listening to music and our partially narrated tour. Your captain and crew will both entertain and educate while pointing out the…

A Special Mother’s Day Buffet at Harborside May 11
  • Legal Sea Foods Boston

Celebrate Mom with harbor views, white-linen tables, and a fine dining buffet this Mother’s Day, at an exclusive event on the second floor of Harborside location. Chef-curated buffet spread will feature starters, soup, salad, sides, mains, and desserts – so come ready to…

Mopther's Day at The Lexington May 11
  • The Lexington

The Lexington will host a special Mother’s Day brunch upstairs on Sunday, May 12, from 11 AM to 3 PM. Guests can enjoy a three-course prix fixe menu ($50 per person), with an à la carte menu available for children under 12. Please note: this will be the only brunch menu offered…

Mother's Day at Buttermilk & Bourbon May 11
  • Buttermilk & Bourbon

Buttermilk & Bourbon is celebrating Mother's Day with exclusive specials at both locations. The Watertown location will feature a flower bouquet-building bar, providing a fun and personalized experience for all moms, along with a brunch buffet priced at $40 per person.

Mother's Day at Clink May 11

CLINK at The Liberty Hotel will offer exclusive menu specials in addition to their regular offerings. Specials include Cinnamon Sugar Brioche French Toast, Spring Vegetable Quiche, Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Waffle, and more.

Mother's Day at Grill 23 & Bar May 11

This Mother’s Day, treat Mom to a meal of indulgence! We're opening our doors early to bring you a special Mother's Brunch from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM, followed by our regular dinner service from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Enjoy our full à la carte menu, along with exclusive brunch…

Mother's Day at Puritan & Company May 11
  • Puritan & Company

On Sunday, May 12, Puritan & Co. will offer a three-course prix fixe brunch menu ($65 per person) to celebrate Mother’s Day with family and friends. An à la carte menu will be available for children under 12. Please note: this will be the only menu offered for brunch on…

Mother's Day at Scampo May 11

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Scampo on Sunday from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM with a delicious lineup of specials perfect for the whole family. Treat Mom to seasonal favorites like soft-shell crabs, while little ones can enjoy something sweet with housemade pancakes. With something for…

Mother's Day at Sonsie May 11

Sonsie will be open for Mother’s Day reservations and is making the holiday effortless by pairing bookings with pre-ordered bouquets—guests can “skip the fuss” and let Sonsie handle the blooms, ensuring a beautiful arrangement is waiting at Mom’s table with no stress or…

Mother's Day at Summer Shack May 11

Summer Shack will be open for Mother’s Day reservations and is offering a build-your-own bouquet experience—guests can treat Mom to something sweet and seasonal by selecting stems together while supplies last, creating a handpicked arrangement that makes memories as beautiful as…

Mother's Day Brunch at Bistro du Midi May 11

In celebration of Mother's Day, we will be offering a three-course prix fixe brunch menu from 10:30 am to 2:45 pm. Additional raw bar & beverage features will also be available. Reservations will be accommodated in both our downstairs Bistro and our upstairs main dining room…

Mother's Day Brunch at Harvest May 11

Celebrate Mother's Day with us and enjoy a special Prix Fixe Brunch! We will be offering a three course prix fixe menu from Executive Chef Nicholas Deutmeyer and Executive Pastry Chef Tab Volpe. Our à la carte brunch menu will not be available. We will return to our à la carte…

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…