Mothers—those great superheroines who always seem to have a smile of their faces, give the best advice and unconditional love. How could you ever come up with gift ideas that would thank them for all they have done? What present could possibly show your gratitude and make them feel as special as they have made you feel?
Mother’s Day should be celebrated in a magical way as they deserve everything and more. So why not prepare a day filled with fun activities? No matter if you are a son, daughter or just a friend who appreciates someone who masters motherhood my Mother’s Day Bucket List will make it unforgettable!
The Best Mother’s Day Activities & Gift Ideas for Your Mom
1. Book a Weekend Getaway
You can organize a little getaway for the weekend to a place that you already know she loves or even be original and take her to a new city. Another good option would be to book some wonderful days of relaxation, tranquility and quality time spent together at a beachfront home or in a cozy mountain cabin.
2. Clean the House
We all like that the house is always clean and tidy—don’t we? Make up for all those times mom cleaned your room and washed the dishes by cleaning her house yourself. If you don’t want to make the house sparkling on your own, you could hire a cleaning company instead.
3. Cook a Family Recipe
We all have special recipes that are part of our family tradition, so why not be a chef and get down to business by preparing it for you mother. Allowing her to relive a delicious childhood memory is a great idea! Although if you don’t know how to make the recipe, you can ask your mother to assist. And that’s another way to spend time together and create unforgettable memories!
4. Do a Jigsaw Puzzle
Jigsaw Puzzles are not only a great activity to stimulate the brain, but they also offer the best time to share stories with your mom. You could ask her questions about her childhood or choose for the 365 thought provoking questions.
If you are looking for the perfect puzzle then check out the best 1000-piece jigsaw puzzles for adults or get even more creative and have a photo puzzle made at Shutterfly.
5. Do the Dishes
Washing the dishes may not be one of our favorite activities, but you can take care of washing them all and save your mother that work. Another more entertaining idea can be to do it as a team, one person can wash and the other dry, while you put on some music, start a conversation about a topic that you both like.
6. Enjoy Brunch
Nowadays going to brunch is very fashionable. And the truth is that there are a lot of very beautiful places where you can enjoy the food, the ambiance and maybe even a mimosa!
7. Get Blowouts
There are specialty blow dry bars all over the world where they provide you with an exclusive blowout service. In these salons they not only wash, dry and style you, but they also do it in a relaxing way with head massages. Your mother will feel like a queen—what a gift!
8. Get Mani-Pedis
For all those mothers who love to pamper themselves, this option is an undoubtedly ideal present. There are many beauty centers where your mother can enjoy a morning of care. Besides perfect manicure and pedicure services, these centers offer facial and body care treatments, eyebrow design and even tanning!
9. Give Mom the Perfect Bouquet
Do you know what your mother’s favorite flowers are? We know it may seem like a typical gift, but what if you personalize this idea to make it unique? You can give her her favorite flowers accompanied with a card dedicating some beautiful words to her about how much you love, admire and value her. Another option could be to make a bouquet of flowers, but each one of a different type and write in a note the meaning of each flower and relate it to the characteristics and personality of your mother.
10. Go on a Hike
You can look for places where you can take a nice walk together enjoying the landscape and being able to connect with nature. A nice idea would be to go to a place where there are many flowers or cherry blossoms. Or a place that has impressive views, a river or simply a place where you can breathe fresh air without having to listen to the noises of the city.
11. Go on a Road Trip
If your mother is passionate about taking long drives, you can go on a trip to a place that you want to visit and also enjoy the road trip together. Let the trip last long enough for her to enjoy both the drive and getting to know a new place. You can also create a playlist of her favorite songs to listen to and sing them together!
12. Go to Happy Hour
If you are lovers of a good cocktail or glass of wine then hitting up a happy hour is a great idea. You can enjoy your favorite drinks and possibly some snacks at a much cheaper price!
You can even create your own happy hour at home with the Cocktail Bucket List: 100 Classics & Other Great Ones to Try that includes recipes you could make!
13. Go to the Theater
If your mother is a lover of good theater performances, you can get tickets to go enjoy a play with her. If she has a favorite you can surprise her by going to see it together. If she doesn’t have any preferences, you can choose one that has rave reviews and watch it for the first time together. After the theater you can even go for a drink and share your what parts you liked the most!
14. Go Wine Tasting
If you enjoy tasting good wine, this is another highly recommended gift for anyone! You can look for a winery that includes a visit to the winery itself, an explanation of basic notions from expert sommeliers and the corresponding tasting to put into practice what you have learned. If there isn’t a winery nearby then just go to a wine bar and get a wine flight to share.
15. Have a Garden Tea Party
If you have a garden or access to anything resembling one, throwing an intimate garden tea party—even if it’s just for a mom and you—can be a major highlight for Mother’s Day. Get inspired dreaming and planning by checking out this gallery.
16. Have a Spa Day
Without a doubt, just reading the word spa gives us instant relaxation. Don’t you think it’s a perfect occasion to pamper your mother? You can spend the whole day there enjoying relaxing massages, thermal circuits and a complete menu of facial and body treatments.
17. Let Her Sleep In
Close the door to her room and try not to make too much noise so that she can rest as much as possible. That way she will be full of energy to enjoy the wonderful day full of surprises that you are going to prepare for her!
18. Make a Homemade Card
Let your imagination fly and design an original and unique homemade card. You can decorate the cover with hearts, flowers, or even a photo of the two of you together. You can use any type of materials to make it even more personalized. Inside write some words explaining how lucky you feel about being her son or daughter, everything she means to you or how much you love her. Also, the cardboard you choose for the card can be cut into the shape of a heart!
Need ideas? Spruce Crafts has some lovely DIY Card ideas, and so does Better Homes & Gardens (I love the cute flower petal confetti card!).
19. Make a Scrapbook
A very nice gift and nostalgic idea can be to give her a creative album full of your favorite family photographs. Each page can feature a different event in your lives or represent a different age. Add special momentos to each page like postcards, souvenirs or handwritten letters.
If you think you are not creative enough there are plenty of page ideas on the internet. Check these ones out: Scrapbook Ideas for Beginners: 25 Inspiring Layouts and 33 Cool DIY Scrapbook Ideas You Have To Try. Or for something even easier just buy a page kit that has everything you need.
20. Make Her Dinner
If you are good at cooking, then why not prepare a delicious dinner for her? You can decorate the table with flowers, candles and the most beautiful cutlery you have. Also, you can put on background music that plays while she dines. And if you are good at baking, you can also make her favorite dessert, which will be the icing on the cake of a magical night.
21. Organize a Family Photo
On this memorable day, you can organize for the whole family to get together for a special photo shoot. You could do it on the top of a mountain or with all your toes in the sand—or check out Shutterfly‘s 100 family photo ideas.
22. Plan a Picnic
You will have to break out that dusty old picnic basket for this cute Mother’s Day activity. Pack it with your favorite snacks and a bottle of champagne, then pick a quiet outdoor getaway and create a memory. Need a basket? Check out this cute wicker picnic basket or get a modern 2-person picnic backpack.
23. Serve Breakfast in Bed
Wake up before bright and early to organize her favorite breakfast! You can make crunchy toast and cut it into a heart shape, buy fresh croissants, make a fruit salad, and brew coffee just the way she likes it. You can also prepare a glass with freshly squeezed juice (maybe with a side of champagne?) and place it all on a tray. Don’t forget to decorate the tray with pretty flowers!
24. Set Up a Mimosa Bar
Drinking a refreshing mimosa (or two) is the perfect way to accompany breakfast or just for a fun at home happy hour! There are many recipes and there are them from the most classic to the most innovative. The classic mimosa consists of mixing champagne with orange juice, but you can venture out with Delish’s 55 delish mimosa recipes.
25. Take a Bike Ride
If your mom is a lover of being active and the outdoors, you can take your bikes for a ride to the nearest park or wherever you like the most. If the weather is good, this option is great to enjoy the breeze, the company and exercise at the same time.
26. Take a Cooking Class
Does she like gastronomy? Does she enjoy learning new recipes? Then you could both sign up for a cooking class. There are an endless array of classes to choose from: pastry to braising and handmade pastas to barbecue sauces. The best part is that you usually get to taste the results of your lesson!
You can check for classes at local restaurants, online, or at Sur la Table kitchen store.
27. Take a Paint & Sip Class
Wine (or cocktails) + painting a masterpiece = F U N! This Mother’s Day Bucket List idea will have you heading to a local cafe, bar or winery to be treated to adult beverages along with a hands-on painting class where you will walk away with your piece of art. It doesn’t get much funner than that!
28. Treat Her to a Meal Out
Here we propose two options, you can play it safe and take her to her favorite restaurant or you can take a risk and go to a brand new place that also has the food and ambiance you think she’d love.
29. Watch Her Favorite Movie
You can watch her favorite movie together and you can also create your own home cinema! You just have to prepare popcorn, pizza, sweets or your favorite soft drinks and hit the TV play. To create a better atmosphere you can lower the blinds and turn off the lights and now it will seem that you are in the cinema!
If you are food lovers, then definitely pick one from our Foodie Movie Bucket List!
30. Volunteer Together
This is not only a very good choice for spending time together and working as a team, but you would also help people and/or causes in need. Like the old adage says, it’s better to give than to receive! You could walk dogs at the shelter, read to children at the library or spend an afternoon feeding families at the soup kitchen. Just determine what’s close to both of your hearts.
Don’t know where to start? Visit VolunteerMatch who has opportunities in many major cities or check the United Way website.
31. Go to a Concert
Music has the power to bring people together, and what better way to bond with your mom than by sharing a live music experience? Whether you’re both longtime fans of a particular artist or exploring new music together, the energy and excitement of a live concert can be an unforgettable bonding experience.
So why not give your mom the gift of music this Mother’s Day and rock out together at a concert you’ll both cherish forever?
32. Help Mom in the Garden
Gardening can be a relaxing and rewarding Mother’s Day activity. And with the arrival of spring, it’s a great way to spend quality time outdoors with your mom. From planting flowers and vegetables to weeding and pruning, there are plenty of ways to pitch in and help your mom create a beautiful outdoor oasis. So roll up your sleeves, grab your gardening gloves, and get ready to show your mom how much you appreciate her with a little gardening love this Mother’s Day.
33. Help Tackle Her To Do List
Moms are often the glue that holds families together, juggling countless responsibilities and tasks every day. So why not show your appreciation by helping your mom tackle her to-do list?
Whether it’s running errands, cleaning the house, or completing a home improvement project, there are plenty of ways to lend a hand and make your mom’s day a little easier. Not only will you be taking a load off her shoulders, but you’ll also have the opportunity to spend quality time together and strengthen your bond.
34. Let her Create Her Signature Scent
Every mom deserves to feel special and unique, and what better way to achieve that than by creating her own signature scent? Many fragrance brands, like Scent Crafters, offer customizable scent experiences, allowing your mom to mix and match different notes to create a fragrance that truly reflects her personality and style.
35. Make a Special Mother’s Day Playlist
Put on your DJ hat and get ready to create a special playlist that celebrates the love and bond between you and your mom. Whether it’s a collection of nostalgic tunes from her youth or a mix of contemporary hits that she can’t get enough of, curating a playlist just for her is a thoughtful and heartfelt gesture to show your appreciation on Mother’s Day.
36. Rent Her Dream Car for the Day
If your mom has always dreamt of driving a particular car, make her dream come true this Mother’s Day by renting her dream car for the day. From a sleek sports car to a classic vintage ride, many car rental companies offer a wide range of vehicles for every taste and budget. Just imagine the look on your mom’s face when she sees her dream car waiting for her outside! It’s a unique and unforgettable way to show your love and appreciation for all that she does.
37. Start a New Mother’s Day Tradition
Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show your mom how much she means to you and create new memories that you both will cherish for years to come.
One way to make the day extra special is by starting a new tradition that you can continue for many Mother’s Days to come. This could be something as simple as having a special family breakfast in bed, taking a yearly family photo, or having a picnic in the park.
38. Take a Pottery Class
Looking for a unique and creative way to spend Mother’s Day with your mom? Why not try taking a pottery class together? Taking pottery classes is an enjoyable and soothing way to let your creativity run free and make something lovely with your own hands.
Many studios offer classes for all skill levels, so whether you’re a beginner or an experienced potter, you can both enjoy the experience together. Not only will you get to spend quality time with your mom, but you’ll also create something tangible that you can cherish for years to come.
39. Take a trip to the farmer’s market
If your mom loves fresh, locally grown produce, taking a trip to the farmer’s market is a wonderful way to spend Mother’s Day together. Farmer’s markets offer a wide variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, and other products from local farmers and artisans.
You can stroll through the stalls, sample some delicious treats, and pick out some fresh ingredients to cook a special meal together. It’s a fun and relaxing way to spend time with your mom while supporting local farmers and businesses.
40. Take a Yoga Class Together
Sharing a yoga class with your mom on Mother’s Day is one of the best ways to strengthen your bond while taking care of your health and well-being. Not only will you get to spend quality time with your mom, but you’ll also leave the class feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Many yoga studios also offer special Mother’s Day classes or sign up for a class online at Alo.
41. Take mom on a shopping spree
Give some extra love and spoil your mom this Mother’s Day by taking her on a shopping spree. You can take her to her favorite stores or discover new ones together. Let her pick out some new clothes, shoes, or accessories that she’s had her eye on.
Not only will she appreciate the thoughtful gesture, but she’ll also get to enjoy a fun day out with you. You can make it even more special by treating her to lunch or coffee at a nearby cafe afterward.
42. Turn Her Story Into a Book.
One unique Mother’s Day idea you can do is to turn your mom’s story into a book. Your mom has lived a life full of experiences and stories that you may not even know about. By taking the time to document her life story, you’ll not only create a beautiful keepsake that your mom can treasure forever, but you’ll also get to know her on a deeper level.
You can schedule a time to sit down with your mom and ask her to share her memories and stories. You can use a voice recorder or take notes as she talks, and then use that information to create a written narrative. You can also include photos and other memorabilia to make the book even more special.
Once the book is complete, you can present it to your mom on Mother’s Day as a heartfelt and meaningful gift. Not only will it be a beautiful tribute to your mom’s life, but it will also serve as a reminder of the special bond you share.
43. Visit a Museum
If you’re looking for a fun and educational activity to do with your mom on Mother’s Day, consider visiting a museum. Whether she is interested in art, history, science, or any other subject, there’s bound to be a museum that caters to her interests.
Not only will you get to spend quality time together, but you’ll also get to learn something new and expand your horizons. You may even discover something new about each other in the process.
Any of these Mother’s Day ideas are a fantastic way to surprise your mom with a gift to be cherished. You can even combine several ideas or customize them even more according to your mother’s tastes! Whichever ones you choose, we hope you are inspired to create a truly special day that your mom remembers forever.
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