Mother’s Day and ways to celebrate Mom this year

Treat your mom! We’ve gathered a list of gifts and fun events for Mother’s Day, including lots of local options!

If you’re planning to pickup flowers or plants for mom (or yourself), we have a list of local nurseries and garden centers to get her something pretty. We also have some suggestions on how to celebrate with your mom whether she’s near or far!

Moms shouldn’t have to cook on Mother’s Day, so it’s a perfect day to dine out! Check out this list for tons of options for Mother’s Day brunch or dinner (to go) in Columbus.

So many options for Mother’s Day Brunch in Columbus

Events and Ideas for Mother’s Day in Columbus

Mother’s Day Pop up Market at Polaris Fashion Place

May 11, 2024 from 11 am – 8 pm

Shop from over 30 curated vendors. Moms get a gift bag. Details.

Budd’s Bazaar at Budd Dairy Food Hall

Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Head to Budd Dairy Food Fall for a pop up mini market, featuring local vendors selling perfect gifts for Mother’s Day. Details here.

Mother’s Day weekend at Franklin Park Conservatory

Enjoy Blooms and Butterflies, and all of the gardens and exhibits with mom.

Mother’s Day Flower Craft: Saturday, May 11 from 11 am – 2 pm.
Decorate a flower pot and plant a flower for Mom or Grandma. Available while supplies last, not every guest is guaranteed craft supplies. $3 per person.

Mother’s Day Musical Performance: Sunday, May 12 at 2 pm. 
Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and treat mom to a jazz concert featuring Kelly Crum Delaveris & Trio. The concert is included in general admission. Reservations are not required.

There are also Chihuly Nights and Cocktails at the Conservatory are also going on in May, so these would may a great gift or delayed outing for Mother’s Day! See details and ideas here.

Mother’s Day at Easton

Easton has some fun in store for Mother’s Day on May 11-12 with shopping events, brunch, and more. See full details for each here.

Moms Roll for Free at Pins for Mother’s Day

At Pins Mechanical Co., Moms Roll for Free on May 12th! 

In addition, kids receive free bowling and soda until 9pm every Sunday, which means Dad’s the only one that has to pay his way this Mother’s Day!

Pins has also launched a new cocktail and AF (alcohol-free) drinks menu that you can treat Mom to, including:    

• Beach, Please (Gin, Pineapple, Coconut)
• Batanga Blast (Tequila, Lime, Mexican Coke)
• Kissed By A Rose (Garden 108, Hibiscus, Rose, Lemon)
• Lisa Simpson (Sprite, Grenadine, Cherry)

Book a fun yoga class with mom!

Schedule a unique yoga class with her. There are so many fun yoga classes in Columbus, including Goat Yoga, Alpaca Yoga, and Yoga + Beer or Wine.

Schnormeier Gardens

Make reservations to visit Schnormeier Gardens with Mom in June!

Located in the rolling hills northeast of Columbus is a stunning property featuring 75 acres manicured lawns, 10 lakes, themed gardens, sculptures, waterfalls, and more, surrounding a spectacular Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home designed by Ted and Ann Schnormeier.

This property is stunning! It’s only open to the public in June, and reservations per car are required. Book before they sell out!

Other great options for any day you want to celebrate with Mom

Visit one of these amazing public gardens with Mom, or make plans to check out one of these lavender fields in Ohio this Summer!

Go exploring at a Vintage Sale or Barn Sale. 

Search for wildflowers on these great wildflower hikes in Columbus. 

Take some fun memorable photos for Mother’s Day at one of the best locations for family photos in Columbus.

Gift ideas for Mother’s Day

Jeni’s Mother’s Day Collections are the perfect way to tell mom she deserves a break! An ice cream break to be exact. Who wouldn’t want this special delivery!

Winans Chocolates + Coffees has special options available for Mother’s Day pre-order at all 19 Winans locations. 

Chocolate Cafe: Selection of gift boxes for mom! Pick up, or order for shipping (not all items can ship)! They have lots of Mother’s Day gift packages ready now!

Mom’s Day is May 12; here are some Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Gift card deals

Red Lobster: Now through July 1, for every $50 spent on Red Lobster gift cards purchased in-restaurant or online, guests will receive a bonus coupon for $10 off an order of $40 or more in July or August.

Nurseries and garden centers in Columbus with curbside pickup

Want to buy mom (or yourself) some flowers or plants for Mother’s Day? These nurseries and garden centers are great places to visit!

• Oakland Nurseries (multiple locations)
• Baker’s Village (Powell)
• Strader’s Garden Center (multiple locations)
• Darby Creek Nursery & Landscaping (Hilliard)
• Wilson’s Garden Center (Newark)
• Timbuk Farms (Granville and Newark)
• Dill’s Greenhouse (between the suburbs of Groveport and Canal Winchester)
• deMonye’s Greenhouse home and garden store (East Columbus)

Ways to spend Mother’s Day

How you spend Mother’s Day will probably depend on whether you are a mom yourself, or if you live near your mom. 

If you can’t spend in person time with your mom, here are some ideas to make her feel special that day.

If you live far away from your mom…

• Get your gift in the mail! Delivery can still be a little slow, so leave extra time. 
• Send a sweet treat (some of our options above will ship)
• Send her a gift certificate so that you can dine together when you ARE together
• CALL HER! Facetime, Zoom, or chat with her with your preferred video app. Text or email is not enough for Mother’s Day. 
• Ask her what she needs. Like, what she REALLY needs as a mother. Does she need to talk to you more frequently? Does she need help with anything?

Over 50 options for Mother’s Day Brunch in Columbus (plus special dinner options)

So many options for Mother’s Day Brunch in Columbus

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