Every year my family attempts to surprise "MOM" with a different event or restaurant for Mother's Day and this year the Atlanta area has plenty of great ideas, events, and restaurants from which to choose:
Festival Fun
The Georgia Mineral Society’s 54th Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Gem, Mineral, Jewelry and Fossil Show at Cobb Civic Center
Explore more than 30 dealers with gems, minerals, jewelry and more, watch demonstrations, participate in the scavenger hunt for kids and more. May 12-14.
Mother’s Day at Halcyon
Celebrate mom all weekend long with Groovin’ on the Green, bouquet making, brunch specials and more. May 12-14.
Cherokee County Indian Festival & Mother’s Day Powwow at Boling Park
Shop Native American crafters and wares, watch drum performances, taste delicious cuisine and more. May 13-14.
Sweet Auburn Springfest at Sweet Auburn Historic District
Entertain Mom with this festival featuring music, a kids’ zone, an international food court, comedy, prizes and more. May 13-14.
Dunwoody Art Festival at Dunwoody Village Parkway
Shop an artist’s market, play in the kids’ zone, taste food, and listen to live music. May 13-14.
Chastain Park Arts Festival at Chastain Park
Enjoy fine arts and crafts, a children’s area, gourmet food trucks and acoustic musicians. May 13-14.
Georgia Renaissance Festival in Fairburn
Artist demonstrations, juggling, games, rides, festival foods and more. May 13-14.
Food Fare
Reservations are recommended or required for most events; call for availability.
Mother’s Day Picnic with Tertulia at Serenbe
Celebrate the special women in your life at this gorgeous open-air pavilion surrounded by an evergreen forest. May 13.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Zoo Atlanta
Indulge in a delicious brunch buffet at the ballroom overlooking the African Savanna. May 14.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Georgia Aquarium
Enjoy brunch from Chef Thomas Gagliardi from Wolfgang Puck Catering with a view of the magnificent Oceans Ballroom. May 14.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Park Tavern
Enjoy brunch favorites with a delightful view overlooking Midtown and Piedmont Park. May 14.
The Capital Grille
This restaurant will be serving their full dinner menu, along with four brunch specials. May 14.
Seasons 52
Enjoy a brunch menu with French toast, quiche, cocktails and more, or order a Mother’s Day Green Box an at-home celebration. May 14.
TWO urban licks
Enjoy Mother’s Day Specials all day on the BeltLine. May 14.
Cosmo’s Pizza + Social
This brunch includes a Bloody Mary bar, mimosa bar and Italian brunch menu. May 14.
Events
Sip & Pour: Candle Making Workshop: Mother’s Day Edition at Altruistic Love Candle Company
Curate a customizable 12-oz. candle, enjoy light refreshments and champagne, listen to music, take fun photos and more. May 13.
Mother’s Day Special: Laugh-Lines & Stretch-Marks at MadLife Stage & Studios
Mom and comedian Heather Tolley-Bauer delivers the right mix of funny and realism for an exciting Mother’s Day date. May 14.
Mother’s Day Celebration at Fox Theatre
Celebrate Mother’s Day with gospel music’s biggest names, including Marvin Sapp and Shirley Caesar, along with comedian Jonathan Slocumb. May 14.
Family Activities
Mother’s Day DIY Terrarium Building at PlantHouse Decatur
Celebrate mom with a DIY terrarium. May 12-14.
Second Sunday at the High
Families can enjoy free admission to the High Museum of Art. May 14.
Mother’s Day – Mommy and Me! at Painting with a Twist
Bond over creativity by painting giraffes. May 14.
Mother’s Day Special at Chattahoochee Nature Center
Moms get in free – bring a picnic, enjoy programs, walk the Wildlife Walk and explore the River Boardwalk Trail to celebrate. May 14.
Petals & Parasols at Alpharetta City Center
Enjoy a design-your-own parasol workshop, custom sugar cookies, live music, photo opportunities and more in honor of Mother’s Day. May 14.
Mother’s Day Celebration at College Football Hall of Fame
Moms will enjoy free admission all day and relaxing massages provided by Pamper Perfect. May 14.
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