Events and Outings

Mother’s Day Events!

Mother's Day Events

What do you have planned for Mother’s Day? Every mom is different and beautiful in her own way. That’s why we compiled a list of events and activities that will let you show her just how special she is. From brunches to picking flowers, we’ve got you covered! Check out our Mother’s Day events in the Portland area, and see our online calendar for more!

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Oregon City Farmer’s Market

Enjoy the Farmers Market and let the kids (5-12yrs) enjoy the Power Of Produce Club! Every kids gets $2 to buy veggies and fruit and also get to pot up a plant for Mom, just in time for Mothers Day!
May 11th, Oregon City Farmers Market, 9am-2pm. 2051 Kaen Rd, Oregon City orcityfarmersmarket.com

Tony’s Neil Diamond Mother’s Day Brunch

Bring mom out for brunch and Tony shall “Neil” before you! Along with a six-piece band, Tony performs a loving tribute to Neil Diamond with equal parts heart and laughter. But what makes this show special are the laughs. And they guarantee it’s the only tribute with simulated figure skating! ($65)

tonystarlight.com

Sparkling Tea at Pix Patisserie

Show love and appreciation for your mom by taking her out for bubbles and tea! On May 12th Pix is offering a special selection of 10 sweet and savory bite sized treats, a pot of Townshend’s Tea, and a glass of sparkling wine. Plus, a kid’s version of 6 treats with a non-alcoholic beverage of their choice! ($40)

pixpatisserie.com/events

Portland Spirit Mother’s Day River Cruises 

Spend your afternoon on a relaxing Mother’s Day Brunch or Dinner cruise and enjoy an elaborate buffet with breathtaking views. You can choose between the Portland Spirit or Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler. Show your Mom how much you appreciate all she does and treat her to a day on the river. ($60)

portlandspirit.com/mothersday.php

Camas Mother’s Day Plant & Garden Fair

Does mom love gardening? Held the day before Mother’s Day each year, the plant fair draws in thousands of people to enjoy and explore the amazing selection of plants, trees, garden art and supplies. Kids’ activities, raffle prizes, live music, fresh food, and the shops and restaurants of Downtown Camas all add to the experience. (Free)

cwplantfair.org/

Mother’s Day Bark About Hike: Forest Fairies + Friends

Does your mom love the magical side of nature? In this family-friendly and child-oriented outing, you will look for signs of the rarely-seen dwellers of the forest. While you learn about the forest around you, forage to build homes to invite fairies back to the forest.

bark-out.org/event/mothers-day-bark-about-hike-forest-fairies-friends

Oregon Zoo Mother’s Day Brunch

One of the crown jewels of Portland, the Oregon Zoo is a fantastic place to take mom this year. Give mom the gift of a specially prepared brunch and some quality family time while you explore the zoo. Be sure to visit notable moms like painted dog Ella and her adorable pups! 

oregonzoo.org/mom

Koo Koo Kanga Roo Concert

Treat mom to a free outdoor concert the whole family will enjoy. Koo Koo Kanga Roo showcase a colorful live show that relies heavily on audience participation, featuring sing-along songs that are typically accompanied by their own individual dance moves. (Free)

st-therese.org/events/free-koo-koo-kanga-roo-concert

Mother’s Day Brilliant Brunch

Want to be a little more hands-on with your Mother’s Day Brunch? Think huge mimosa bar, egg souffles, compound butters, hot flaky biscuits with gravy and poached eggs and lemon hollandaise. Come and share Mother’s Day with Portland Culinary Workshop and enjoy a fabulous meal you make yourself! ($65)

tinyurl.com/brilliantbrunch

Mother’s Day Rhododendron Sale

A decades-long tradition! If Mom is a gardener, she can enter her prized flowers in the show and then take her time strolling through rows of beautiful blooms. Best of all, all proceeds go to benefit the garden. (Free)

rhodies.org/chapter/sales-shows/Mothers/flyers/mothersday.pdf

Run Mama Run

Active families can celebrate Mother’s Day together at Run Mama Run. Walk, run, jog, skip, or hop – there’s no wrong way! There’s also yoga, crafts, raffle prizes, food for purchase, free coffee and a kid’s planting table. As a bonus, all proceeds go to Family Forward Action. ($35)

runmamarunpdx.org/

About Reed Estill

Mary Brady was born and raised in the PNW and has been in Oregon since 2006. She currently lives on the west side of the river with her two children and her golden retriever pup; exploring all that PDX Metro has to offer. Mary is the Editor for NW Kids.