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Mother's Day is the perfect time to show your love and appreciation for Mom in creative and fun ways. Check out these Mom-inspired in-person events that the whole family (but especially Mom) will enjoy. Plus, there are more ideas below, including homemade gifts and treats just for Mom.

Mother’s Day Teas. Finger sandwiches, tea and more. Through May 13. 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30pm. $19.95– $44.95. Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 2124 Third St., Julian. Reservations required: www.juliantea.com 

Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise. Treat your mom with a memorable experience that will make her feel like a queen. May 12, 10 am & 2 pm. $74.63–$99.50; under 4 free. 990 N. Harbor Dr. www.flagshipsd.com

Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise. Live entertainment, scenic views and more. May 12, 11 am & 12 pm. $94.90–$114.90. Pier 1 Hornblower Landing, 1800 N. Harbor Dr. www.cityexperiences.com 

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Mother's Day Brunch. May 12, 10 am-3 pm. $28-$77. Celebrate the moms in your life with an indulgent three course brunch. We've got the kids covered, too, with a two-course menu sure to delight. The Desmond, 1047 5th Ave. https://thedesmondsandiego.com/events 

Mother's Day Tea. May 1-5 and 8-12, 1-5 pm. Enjoy quality time with Mom over freshly brewed pots of tea, delicate tea sandwiches and a selection of handmade pastries, French macarons and cakes. A live harpist will serenade throughout tea service and a take-home gift for Mom will make the day especially sweet. The Westgate Hotel, 1055 Second Ave. www.westgatehotel.com/activities/hotel-events/mothers-day-tea

Mother's Day Tea. May 12, 10 am-3:30 pm. Celebrate Mom with an elegant afternoon tea featuring an array of fine tea selections paired with finger sandwiches and pastries. The experience will include a make-your-own bracelet gift for the mom in your life and a glass of bubbly. Seatings at 10 am, 12:45 pm and 3:30pm. $125/adult, $65/children ages 4-11. Kids 3 and under are free with paid adult. Fairmont Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand Del Mar Ct. www.granddelmar.com/mothers-day 

Mother's Day Dining at Dockside 1953. May 12, 10 am-3 pm. Treat mom to a delicious champagne brunch with free-flowing champagne, buffet offerings to satisfy all palates, live entertainment, a craft corner for kids and picture-perfect views of Mission Bay. Dockside 1953-Bahia Resort, 998 West Mission Bay Dr. www.bahiahotel.com/mothers-day-brunch

Coronado Art & Wine Festival. May 11, 12-5 pm. Art festival admission is free. VIP packages available. 1125 10th St. www.coronadoartandwinefestival.com/#hotel-offers

The Shout! House All Ages Mother's Day Show. May 12. Doors open 1 pm. Pianos, 1:30-3 pm. Join us for our Mother's Day, ALL AGES Shows. Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun event with a family friendly dueling piano show. Walk-ins  welcome for standing room by the bar. $15 cover at the door. We are open at 7 pm for our normal 21+ show with pianos starting at 8 pm. 655 Fourth Ave. www.theshouthouse.com/events/2024-05-12  

Stone Mother's Day Brunch. May 12, 9 am-3pm. 1999 Citricado Pkwy., Escondido and Liberty Station. www.stonebrewing.com/events/mothers-day-stone-brewing-0

Mother's Day at Cafe Sevilla. May 12. Treat mom to brunch and bottomless mimosas from 10 am-3 pm while listening to live Latin music. All moms will receive a complimentary glass of champagne. Our dinner menu is also available all day and we will have another live performance in the evening by Cuban4Ever from 8-11:30 pm. We are also hosting a very special Mother’s Day Flamenco & Champagne Brunch Show which includes a 2-part flamenco performance and 3-course Spanish brunch and complimentary champagne. Show starts at 12:30 pm, doors open at noon. 353 Fifth Ave. www.cafesevilla.com  

More Mother's Day Fun

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Make the celebration even sweeter by whipping up an irresistible Flower Power Cakea fun baking activity that stimulates creativity and satisfies a sweet tooth.

Learn how to make a colorful drip painting, an awesome work of art that will surely earn a place on Mommy’s wall.

Not sure what to get Mom this year? Pick out the perfect gift from our list of unique Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Let your creativity shine and give Mom the gift of joyful memories with a Mother's Memory Gift or a Mother's Day Mason Jar.

Flip through the May issue of San Diego Family Magazine to read about local moms who are also business owners. 


Updated: April 2024

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