Mom-honoring activities can be done with the entire family.

Mother’s Day is a great chance to show your appreciation for and spend time with the person who raised you, even though one day a year is really not enough to commemorate one of the most significant persons in your life. Therefore, may I suggest a thoughtful Mother’s Day activity if you wish to go above and beyond the required Mother’s Day card or Mother’s Day gift?

There’s no need to worry if you can’t see Mom or Grandma in person. There are several Mother’s Day online activities you may arrange to accomplish virtually, such as attending a MasterClass together or doing an at-home wine tasting. We are confident she would adore a phone call or a Zoom session. You can start new hobbies on your own time, like cross-stitching and pottery, and share notes later.

There are several Mother’s Day activities available if you choose to spend the holiday together in person. It’s customary to make her breakfast in bed or brunch together, but other options include hosting a barbecue or picnic in the backyard or even baking a cake. Looking for toddler-friendly Mother’s Day activities? Spend some time at home creating something unique to hang on her walls, or go out and gather berries at a nearby farm. Adult Mother’s Day activities might lean more nostalgic, with alternatives like a guided tour of mom’s family history or even a lengthy talk being possibilities she’ll cherish for years to come.

No matter how you choose to celebrate, our collection of thoughtful and enjoyable Mother’s Day activities will undoubtedly strengthen your relationship.

1

Prepare a family recipe

Every household has a recipe that is passed down from parent to child. Teach the younger members of the family how to make Grandma’s award-winning chocolate pie on Mother’s Day.

2

Plan a Getaway

Great restaurants, one-of-a-kind antiques, and more opportunities for mother-daughter enjoyment may be found in America’s small towns.

3

Be Creative

Plan a happy creating time with Mom for the afternoon. Pick a simple craft that will also freshen up her home, like this charming wreath to wear on your head.

4

Her To-Do List

On Mother’s Day, some mothers may want for some time off from their domestic duties, while others may only need a helping hand. Use the day as an opportunity to assist Mom in completing any tasks she has been putting off, such as cleaning the coffee maker or repairing a running toilet.

5

Pause for Serious Discussion

When was the last time you genuinely listened to Mom when she answered your question about how she was doing? There isn’t a better gift than a dialog that is meaningful for most parents. So make a pitcher of a refreshing drink, set it down in the rocking chairs on the porch, and get comfortable.

6

Honor Her Design Passion

Give your mother a virtual interior design class taught by the one and only Kelly Wearstler. She has long been a devotee of design magazines and all things gorgeous. Her 17-class series covers everything, from inspiration sources to design role models.

7

Promote self-care

Mom will appreciate some time to herself with you by her side, whether you go to a spa, take a yoga class, or indulge in a few at-home treatments.

8

Throw a Tea Party (Either Real or Virtual)

Why not relocate the celebration outside with a garden tea party—either in person or virtually—on Mother’s Day since it happens during that wonderful time of year when the weather is delightfully nice (but not hot) and the trees and flowers are flowering. Send a gift basket stocked with snacks, or even better, get two baskets and send one to her so that you can enjoy lemon shortbread cookies from lovely outdoor settings even if you can’t be together.

9

Make a playlist for mom

Songs about moms and daughters have been written for a very long time. To show her how much you value her, create a playlist of the best Mother’s Day music.

10

Watch a Mother-Daughter Film

Most likely, you’ve parked in front of the television quite a bit, so why not “alongside” your mother? If you really want to go above and beyond, mail her a coffee cup, some warm socks, and a suggested time to watch a favorite film—bonus points if it’s a film on mother-daughter relationships like Steel Magnolias. Then schedule a phone call or FaceTime session while quoting catchphrases.