Moms are superhumans who deserve all the love and appreciation, but are you struggling to find something special to do for her this Mother’s Day in Metro Vancouver? Fear not, as it’s never too late to pamper her! We’ve curated a list of fun events, places to brunch, where to find mouth-watering cakes, beautiful flowers, and more. Show your mom how much she means to you, and make her day unforgettable!

Events Happening For Mother’s Day in and Around the Lower Mainland

VSO Concert at VanDusen Botanical Gardens

Treat yourself (or hint loudly to your family) — VanDusen Botanical Garden is hosting an afternoon concert on the Great Lawn this Saturday, and it’s a pretty lovely way to spend Mother’s Day weekend. Eight string musicians from the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra will be performing contemporary hits with a classical spin.

Tickets include garden admission for the day, so you can wander the grounds before the show. Pack a blanket or a low chair, find your spot through Gate 2, and let the music do the rest. Gates open one hour before the performance, and the garden closes at 6pm.

When: May 9
Time: 12pm and 330pm
Where:  VanDusen Botanical Garden – 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: $29 or $25 for garden members. 
>>Get tickets

Mother’s Day in the City Of Langley

Keeping it local this Mother’s Day? Langley City has you covered.

Kick off May 10 with High Tea at Cozy Bean Bakery and Cafe — two seatings (11am – sold out and 1:30pm limited spots) at $45 per person. Pretty pastries, zero cleanup, total win.

Head over to BIPOC Market + Local Marketplace for a Mother’s Day weekend workshop (May 9 only & May 10 -sold out). At $125 per person, you’ll choose three experiences from candle making, crystal bracelets, permanent bracelets, and more — all while supporting local and BIPOC makers.

Want to give mom something handmade? Maker Cube has beginner-friendly workshops like cedar planter boxes, charcuterie boards, and glass etching that make genuinely great gifts.

>> Find the full lineup at discoverlangleycity.com.

Brunch? Let Someone Else Handle it.

Mom deserves a morning where nobody asks her what’s for breakfast. Skip the lineup and book her a Mother’s Day brunch worth showing up for. Check out our roundup of the best spots to take mom this weekend — because she’s earned a meal she didn’t have to cook.

>>Find your perfect Mother’s Day brunch here.

Mother’s Day Secret Garden Lunch at Rosewood Hotel Georgia

This one is for the mom who deserves more than just breakfast in bed. Spend Mother’s Day in a Secret Garden setting with a full hour of activities — craft your own bouquet, catch a magician, snap some photobooth moments — before sitting down to an elevated buffet brunch.

It’s the kind of morning that actually feels special, not just busy.

When: May 10
Time: First seating 11am-130pm (SOLD OUT)/ Second seating 2pm-430pm
Where:  Rosewood Hotel Georgia – 801 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC
Cost: $140 -Adults, $50.40 Child
>>Get tickets

Mommy and Me Goat Yoga

This special family edition of Goat Yoga is perfect for bringing mom, the kids, or honestly just your people. You’ll do an hour of Hatha yoga surrounded by baby goats, followed by a curry bowl or chicken strips and fries. Add on samosas, frozen curries, or wine to take home and you’ve basically got the whole day sorted.

A few things to know: kids 2 and under are free but food isn’t included. Anyone 3 and up needs a ticket. Kids 12 and under must have an adult with them — the baby goats are adorable but they’re also a little unpredictable, so eyes on your littles at all times.

When: May 10
Time: 3pm
Where: Maan Farms, 790 McKenzie Rd Abbotsford, BC
Cost: Adults $63.10, Children $37.10 (includes yoga, food and drink)

Flowers, Treats & Gifts

Flowers

April showers bring May flowers, and we’ve had a lot of showers lately. Grab mom a beautiful bouquet from any one of these gorgeous urban Vancouver florists. Click on the link below to see some of our favourites.

>> Gorgeous Urban Vancouver Florists

Give the Gift of Memories

If you’re still figuring out what to get mom this year, think beyond the flowers. FUJIFILM has two really lovely options for turning everyday photos into something she’ll actually hold onto.

The instax camera and printer lineup is great if you want to give her something to use — instant prints she can stick on the fridge, tuck in her wallet, or pass along to grandma.

For something a little more polished, the FUJIFILM Printlife Mother’s Day collection lets you turn a favourite photo into a framed print, plaque, greeting card, or photo magnets. Personal, thoughtful, and way more meaningful than another candle.

Sweet Treats

Yes, it’s ok to treat yourself! Skip the flowers and gifts to indulge with a cake. Orders can be made by phone or online and picked up in-store.

See some of our favourite places to order cakes here. We’ve made it easy and included the address and phone numbers; call ahead and check that they have ready-made cakes available.

>> VM Top Cake Picks

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