Moms work hard and love deeply, so this Mother’s Day, it’s time to celebrate! Flowers, chocolate, and chubby little arms wrapped around your neck are always wonderful on Mother’s Day (or any day). But if you’re also looking for fun activities, delicious food, and a chance to make wonderful memories, keep reading and plan a special family day.
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FEATURED: Heritage Park Mother’s Day Brunch
Moms make our worlds go round. They are the knowledge keepers, the boo-boo kissers, and our biggest cheerleaders. Celebrate Moms this May with a special Mother’s Day brunch at Heritage Park! With a delicious meal, time with the family in the Gasoline Alley Museum, and no kitchen to clean up, everyone wins!
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Aspen Crossing Mother’s Day Train | May 11 – 12, 2024
This year, show your appreciation for Mom by booking tickets for yourself (and Mom) on a brunch or supper train ride at Aspen Crossing for an unforgettable experience.
Calgary Reads Big Book Sale | All Weekend
The Calgary Reads Big Book Sale is back and filling our lives with great books! The sale starts on May 10, 2024, and runs all through Mother’s Day weekend and until May 20, 2024.
Fort Calgary Mother’s Day | May 12, 2024
Need a plan for Mother’s Day? Plan a day of history, food, and fun at Fort Calgary! Enjoy an indoor picnic lunch in the Barracks, an outdoor walking tour around the parkland, and fun activities for the whole family.
The Hangar Flight Museum | May 12, 2024
Celebrate Mom at The Hangar Flight Museum with Pancakes, Puppets and Planes! Moms get in free when accompanying a paid admission and you can enjoy breakfast with the Batterboys. Plus, enjoy activities for the whole family.
Heritage Park: A Day Out With Thomas | May 10 – 12, 2024
Moms of little ones love to see their children’s faces light up and kids will love A Day Out With Thomas at Heritage Park. On Mother’s Day weekend, indulge your train lovers and spend a day in the spring sunshine. (But this event books up quickly, so hurry!)
Jubilations Dinner Theatre | All Weekend
Take Mom to see Journey to the 80’s at Jubilations Dinner Theatre on any night over Mother’s Day weekend. Perfect for families with teens, Jubilations offers a fun — and funny — night out. (Moms of littles might rather head to Jubilations Junior with the family, for the Teenage Mutant Kung Fu Turtles.)
Lougheed House Tea |May 11 – 12, 2024
Enjoy a lovely tea in one of Calgary’s most beautiful historic homes, the Lougheed House.
Michaels Kids’ Club | May 11, 2024
Take the kids to do a Mother’s Day craft for Mom at Michaels, with a free Kids’ Club session on Saturday morning.
Mother’s Day Brunch Guide | All Weekend
Personally, my favourite part of Mother’s Day is eating brunch out with the family! Find some ideas on where to make reservations with our Mother’s Day Brunch Guide.
RESET Society Used Book Sale | All Weekend
The RESET Society hosts another huge Used Book Sale in May and this year it takes place on Mother’s Day weekend. This sale supports women and children who face the violence of exploitation.
Stars on Ice | May 10, 2024
Take Mom to see Stars on Ice on Mother’s Day weekend. It’s the best opportunity to watch some of the world’s most talented and accomplished skaters performing in a celebration of athleticism and artistry. Even if you don’t follow figure skating, the opportunity to watch high-level sport and art meet, as athletes perform in individual and ensemble routines, is unmatched.
Storybook Theatre | All Weekend
The Music Man is opening at Storybook Theatre on Mother’s Day Weekend, for an upbeat, enjoyable night at the theatre with the whole family.
Whatever you do for Mom this year, make it special by making sure Mom doesn’t have to do any work and make the most of your time together. Happy Mother’s Day, Mom!
