There’s no time like Mother’s Day to spend extra quality time with your mom (or motherly figure) in a special way. If you’ve yet to plan your Mother’s Day plans, it’s time to get to it! Whether your mom loves to explore nature, dine at a great brunch spot, or go on a little shopping spree, Toronto has plenty of options for things to do this Mother’s Day that are sure to make mom feel extra appreciated.
Here are 9 things to do with your mom on Mother’s Day!
Go Out For Brunch
You can never go wrong with a brunch date for Mother’s Day, and luckily, Toronto has no shortage of restaurants to visit! From Frenchy’s luxe Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet to The Drake Hotel’s multi-course brunch to Piano Piano’s special Mother’s Day brunch offerings, you and your mom are sure to leave feeling full and satisfied.
Partake In Stephflower’s Floral Workshop
Bond while creating a floral box arrangement at Stephflower’s Mother’s Day Floral Workshop! Held on May 12th (Mother’s Day), at Dlux Spa & Lounge, partake in creating a floral arrangement while enjoying snacks, drinks, pics, and making new memories with your mom.
Indulge In A Fancy Dinner
Show your mom how special she is by taking her out for a fancy dinner at one of Toronto’s best restaurants! Chotto Matte has launched an extravagant menu for Mother’s Day weekend (May 11th and 12th), featuring an array of Japanese-Peruvian cuisine.
Shop At Stackt’s Mother’s Day Pop-Up Market
This Stackt 3-day market is a full mother’s day experience, running from Friday May 10th to Sunday May 13th! There will be over 30 vendors, a candle making workshop, paint n sip classes, plus complimentary massages, makeup glam, and so much more! Did we mention it’s free to attend?
Tour Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE
A fun fact about moms is that they all seem to love flowers. Just in time for Mother’s Day, Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE is launching in the Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood! From May 8th to 12th, visit Bloor-Yorkville to see over 35 floral installations, including its famous floral mannequins. On the Saturday, you can enjoy floral refreshments and live music along the trail, attend a floral workshop, and shop for blooms from local florists at the flower market.
Enjoy A High Tea Experience
Nothing says special occasion like going out for high tea! The Windsor Arms Hotel is hosting an elegant high tea experience throughout Mother’s Day weekend. “Since 1927, Afternoon Tea at the Windsor Arms has been the paramount destination for discerning guests in pursuit of the perfectly indulgent, delectably elegant, and distinctly luxurious high tea experience. We invite you to travel back in time, enjoy for the simple sake of enjoyment, and share in joyful memories in our Parisian-inspired lobby tea rooms or by the fire in our historic, lush purple room.”
Relax At The Spa
Show your mom how much you appreciate her hard work by treating her to a relaxing spa day! Toronto has plenty of spas to go around, including Elmwood Spa, which has a variety of special Mother’s Day packages to choose from, including treatments from massages to facials.
See A Movie
If you’re looking to keep it simple this Mother’s Day while still treating your mom to a moment of relaxation and enjoyment, there are always the movies! If your mom is a movie buff, get her to choose any she wants to see, supply the movie theatre popcorn, and sit back, relax, and enjoy the show with your mom.
Catch Up Through A Nature Trail
Spending time with your family doesn’t need to cost a dime! For moms who enjoy exploring through nature, take them on a walk through their/your favourite trail and simply chat while you stroll. Really, what every mom wants for Mother’s Day is simply quality time. Check out some of our favourite Toronto trails here!
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and if you still haven’t decided how to spoil your mom this Sunday, a good brunch can be the best way to show how much you appreciate her. With so many amazing spots in Toronto, it may be hard to choose the right one, but OpenTable is here to help.
The world’s leading provider of online reservations has announced the 100 Best Brunch Restaurants in Canada to help celebrate mom with the best of the best. Canada’s 100 Best Brunch Restaurants is generated solely from more than 550,000 restaurant reviews collected from verified OpenTable diners between April 1, 2017 and March 31, 2018.
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Mother’s Day is just a few short spring weekends away, and if you’re lucky enough to share the GTA confines with your mom – or she happens to be in town for the occasion – you really should celebrate her and all our city has to offer.
Whether your mom is in the market for a quality brunch, an indulgent spa day, or a feel-good theatre production, here are the best places to celebrate Mother’s Day in Toronto.
Spoil Her (and Yourself) at the Spa at Four Seasons Toronto
She’s doted on you your entire life; play role reversal with a little pampering at the newly remodelled Spa at Four Seasons Toronto. Let your mom leave her endless to-do list behind and indulge in a day of body treatments, facials (including the popular rose gold facial), and water therapies at the pristine spa. Pre or post-treatment, hit Café Boulud (you’ll want to make a reservation) and enjoy their Mother’s Day Brunch Menu, which includes things like their sweet Lemon Ricotta Hotcakes or their savoury Eggs Benedict (and perhaps a mimosa).
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Hop on Board at Mariposa Cruise
Take in the city skyline (the perfect backdrop to take a cute pic with mom) from the water aboard a Mariposa Cruise for their Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise. You’ll enjoy a two-hour getaway on the newly renovated Northern Spirit as mothers enjoy the royal treatment with a brunch from new executive chef Andrew Capone’s (formerly of The Drake, Harbord Room and JW Marriott) elevated culinary offerings. This includes things like a decadent cinnamon French toast, gourmet smoked salmon platter, and an assortment of freshly baked goods. Added perks include a free family portrait, a complimentary glass of rose for moms, and a selection of beer, wine, and specialty cocktails.
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Stop and Smell the Flowers at Toronto Flower Market
The 2018 season of the Toronto Flower Market kicks off this Mother’s Day weekend on Saturday, May 12 at CAMH, providing both an opportunity to celebrate the occasion a day early with mom, or to pick her out the perfect bouquet. Offering both seasonal showstoppers like tulips, daffodils, gerbera, orchids, hyacinths, muscari, and lilacs, and an array of dahlia tubers, seedlings, garden planters, handmade pots and indoor plants, you can expect an uplifting experience that won’t leave you empty-handed. As a sweet added touch, The Pop Stand will be on-site to dish up their handcrafted ice pops.
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Bliss-Out at Blitz Facial Bar
If you want to celebrate your mom with a little pampering that doesn’t break the bank, hit one of Blitz Facial Bar’s sleek locations (most of which are conveniently located near brunch, boutique and gelato spots) for an afternoon of indulgence that cuts no corners. Treat the queen in your life to The Works, complete with microdermabrasion, steam, and a lymphatic massage. While you’re there, mom can leave with an added gift if you take advantage of the Mother’s Day Special on Blitz Facial Bar sheet masks, which includes a set of three skin revitalizing treatments for $35.
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Eat as Local as it Gets at Brunch at Montecito Restaurant
Treat your mom to a quality California-inspired farm-to-table meal at Montecito Restaurant. In addition to quality eats, you can provide your leading lady with a solid backstory; famed Canadian director and producer Ivan Reitman (Ghostbusters, Meatballs, Twins) owns the spot, and it’s a star-filled venue of choice once the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) rolls into town. Sample a variety of what the restaurant has to offer with the Mother’s Day Brunch buffet ($58 per person), which features everything from a fully stocked raw bar, to frittata and fried chicken, and is complete with a side of live music from Lady Be Good.
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Enjoy Beer and Bites at Northern Maverick Brewing Co.
For a quality, casual brunch, treat the beer-loving mom to a meal at the new(ish) Northern Maverick Brewing Co. In addition to quality craft beer, the family can enjoy things like a diet breaking-worthy Eggs Benedict, Vegan Banana Pancakes, a 30-day Dry-Aged Steak and Eggs, and $5 MOMosas. Stop at the spot’s retail store on the way out and arm your mom with brews to take home with you (so she’ll remember you each time she cracks one open).
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Sing Your Heart out at Mirvish’s Production of “Annie”
If your mom has a soft spot for musical theatre, book tickets to a performance of Annie the Musical at the Ed Mirvish Theatre. The feel-good, nostalgic family musical comes with an added bonus if your mom is also a fan of Downton Abbey; Lesley Nicol – best known as Mrs Patmore on the hit series – makes her Canadian debut as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan. It also stars Chicago‘s Alex Bourne as Daddy Warbucks.
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Browse Hidden Gems at Leslieville Flea Mother’s Day Market
For the mom who loves to shop, enjoy an afternoon of browsing vintage and handcrafted items from over 25 vendors, and take mom to the Broadview Hotel (the former Jilly’s strip club; another venue with a strong backstory) for the Leslieville Fleas Mother’s Day Market. Stay once you’re done and enjoy drinks and a barbeque on the spot’s Lincoln Terrace.
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How are you going to celebrate Mother’s Day in Toronto? Let us know in the comments.
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Mother’s Day is fast approaching and if you haven’t made plans yet, get to it! Celebrating the most important lady in your life shouldn’t be taken lightly. She’s been with you through the worst times and the best times, so she certainly deserves a day of devotion. That being said, we know schedules are busy and coordinating can be hard, so we’ve compiled a list of activities she’s sure to love whether you’re celebrating on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Take a look at 10 things to do with your mom in Toronto this Mother’s Day below:
Holistic Beauty Expo (May 12)
Help keep your mom looking young and fresh, and spend some time together at the Holistic Beauty Expo on May 12. The expo brings together a community of Canadian Holistic brands, skin care formulators, self-care professionals, self-love experts, key speakers and general holistic beauty lovers all under the same roof. Tickets are being sold by entry time for $49.95.
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Blossom and Bloom Mother’s Day Market (May 12 – 14)
If we can be certain of anything, it’s that all moms love flowers! Take her to the Blossom and Bloom Mother’s Day market at Union Station, happening all weekend long. Along with abundant amounts of creative floral bliss, you’ll also get to see some of the city’s finest music, art installations, interactive workshops and more. For more market details and hours, head here.
Bellwoods Flea – Mother’s Day Edition (May 13)
Get ready for a special Mother’s Day edition of the Bellwoods Flea this Saturday, May 13. If you’re not sure what to get your mom, go together and buy her something unique from a number of Toronto’s best local artisans. Shop art, baked goods, beauty care, clothing, accessories. home decor, vintage, and more. Plus there’s a full food menu and lounge area for when you need to take a break, sit back and relax.
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Spring into Parkdale Sidewalk Festival (May 13)
If you’ve frequented the Bellwoods Flea before, why not pair up with mom and go explore one of Toronto’s up-and-coming neighbourhoods? The Spring into Parkdale Sidewalk Festival will be taking place on May 13 from 11 am to 6 pm and is the perfect opportunity to fit in some quality time with mom. Enjoy music, art, shopping, entertainment and more.
A Mother’s Day Paint Date (May 13 & 14)
Get creative this Mother’s Day and attend a Mother’s Day Paint Date at the Paint Lounge. Better yet, let mom be your muse – she’s taught you everything you know after all – and gift her with a painting at the end of the session. Register to reserve a space here and note that you pay by canvas so there are a number of options available starting at $25.
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Mother’s Day Food/ Chocolate Tour (May 13 & 14)
If your fondest memories of mom are her cooking in the kitchen, then take her on Tasty Tours Mother’s Day Food Tour. No doubt, this guided tour through Kensington Market (one of Toronto’s most rich food scenes) or The Chocolate Tour will enthrall the foodie within her. Pick up tickets for $39 here.
Mother’s Day Yoga (May 14)
Switch things up with Mother’s Day and get on a good sweat! YYoga on Queen West is hosting a special Mother’s Day yoga class with massage adjustments, aromatherapy essential oils, and treats from Saje Natural Wellness and Daily Press Juicery. Breathe, stretch, and enjoy each other’s company. Grab tickets for $20 here.
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Mother’s Day High Tea (May 14)
Treat mom like royalty on the special day and indulge in Mother’s Day High Tea at the Vandenberg House. Spend the afternoon chatting over a cup of tea along with some delightful tea sandwiches, scones, and delectable sweets in one of Toronto’s most historic Victorian houses. Grab tickets starting at $14.99 here and also note that street parking is free on Sundays!
See Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom the Musical
Plan a night out on the town this Mother’s Day and see Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom the Musical at Mirvish! Dubbed an absolute sensation, the show is a must-see and lucky for you, we’ve got cheap tickets. Head here to use our exclusive promo code.
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Take Your Mom Out for Brunch
Brunch is definitely a fail-proof way to your Mother’s heart! Whether she likes Eggs Benedict, pancakes, bagels, or any breakfast food under the sun, Toronto has brunch spots aplenty. See a list of 18 of the best restaurants for Mother’s Day brunch here.
Did we miss any events to do with your mom this Mother’s Day?
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