Photo: The Spa at Woodcliff
No matter how you plan to celebrate this year, be sure to check out the following round up of Mother's Day activities that will be sure to make for a special day for that special someone in your life.
MOTHER'S DAY ACTIVITIES & GIFT IDEAS
Gettin' Figgy with Mom | Figgy Studio & Shop
Join Figgy and Unwine'd for a Mother’s Day experience where you can celebrate the special bond with your momma or special lady in your life in a unique and creative way! Treat your mom to a delightful afternoon of gemstone jewelry designing, captured memories, and delectable treats.
Rochester Lilac Festival | Highland Park
The 128th Rochester Lilac Festival kicks off on Mother's Day weekend 2026, and with beautiful flower blooms, can't-miss live music, delicious food and beverage options, and so much more, a trip to the Lilac Festival is the perfect way to show some love to mom this Mother's Day.
Erie Canal & Genesee River Cruises | Rochester By Water
Take mom out on the water with a cruise from Rochester By Water. Same Patch and Riverie Cruises kick off Mother's Day weekend, and every mom is guaranteed to love this!
Mother's Day Celebration | International Plaza
Head to the International Plaza this Mother's Day to experience live music by Mayri, cultural performances, raffles, and family-centered activities.
Mother's Day Week | 20 Deep Winery
20 Deep Winery is offering wine and chocolate tastings all Mother's Day week as well as live music and food trucks. Stop by on Saturday May 9th for delicious mimosas!
Mother's Day Brunch | Hotel Canandaigua
Treat mom to an yummy Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Hotel Canandaigua, Tapestry by Hilton. From their culinary favorites such as Certified Angus Beef® Tenderloin, to a decadent Seafood Display, and a dedicated Kid's Buffet, there’s something delicious for everyone. Reservations include a complimentary mimosa for mom!
Mother's Day Special Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Site
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Site is offering $5.00 admission for all moms to come to the gardens and enjoy the day in the park.
Mother's Day Brunch | Seneca Park Zoo
Bring mom to enjoy brunch at Seneca Park Zoo on May 10th and indulge in a brunch spread from mouthwatering pastries to savory delights. After brunch explore the zoo's exhibits and create lasting memories with your family! Limited tickets available. Each brunch ticket includes Zoo admission.
Mother's Day Celebration | Casa Larga Vineyards
Adults will enjoy a Cheesy Eddies mini cheesecakes paired with Casa Larga wines. Kids will be offered a delicious sandwich chocolate chip cookie with a cheesecake filling called a Jack. It will be served with a glass of fruit juice. Children will also “paint” on rocks a special message to Mom for an everlasting memory.
Mother's Day Brunch | Strathallan Hotel & Spa
Celebrate Mom at Strathallan with a grand brunch with your family without the stress of preparing and cleaning up at home. Brunch features a carving station, a raw bar, a build your own pasta station, and more.
Paint, Sip, & Celebrate | Horizons Modern Kitchen & Wine Bar
Celebrate Mom with a Paint & Sip Brunch at Horizons at Woodcliff Hotel & Spa—where mimosas are flowing, creativity is encouraged, and the views do all the talking.
Listen to Your Mother | Hochstein
Founded by National Director Ann Imig in 2010, Listen to Your Mother has been performed in 50+ cities around the country. The LTYM Rochester show is presented by the Flower City Writers Collective in association with The Center for Teen Empowerment.
Mother's Day Weekend | Scents By Design
Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend at Scents by Design! With reservations for Saturday, 5/9 and Sunday, 5/10 with a $10 deposit per person.
Wind Beneath My Wings: A Mother's Day Cabaret | OFC Creations Theatre
Bring your mother, grandmother, and daughters for a sweet, heartfelt celebration of being a mom! Professional performer, Erica Mack, will be joined by OFC favorites, to celebrate Mother’s Day with sweet and amusing stories and performances of eclectic musical genres.
Mother's Day Brunch Buffet | Horizons Modern Kitchen & Wine Bar
Celebrate Mom with an elevated brunch experience at Horizons Modern Kitchen + Wine Bar. Two seating times are available—late morning or afternoon—so you can choose the perfect moment to gather, toast, and make the day unforgettable. Reservations are required.
Mother's Day Psychic Fair | Iron Smoke Distillery
The Mother’s Day Psychic Fair and Metaphysical Market at Iron Smoke Distillery is on Sunday, May 12th, from 2:30-6:30 p.m. Treat Mom to a unique outing full of “MOMosas” and mystique.
Mother's Day Brunch | Genesee Country Village & Museum
On Mother’s Day interpreters in the Historic Village will showcase a number of tasks and activities reflective of what life was like for 19th-century mothers. Explore historic homes, kitchens, and heirloom gardens, and don’t forget to treat mom to a traditional 19th-century pastry from the D.B. Munger Confectionery. All Moms receive free admission to the Historic Village on Mother’s Day.
