10 heartwarming things to do in Vancouver for Mother's Day weekend
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and we know how important it is to celebrate the most wonderful women in our lives.
Whether you’re celebrating your mom, grandma, or any of the magnificent mothers in your life, there are plenty of fun activities and events happening in Metro Vancouver to create a memorable day together.
Here are fun Mother’s Day events around Vancouver that your mom will love!
Mommy & Me Goat Yoga at Maan Farms
What: Get zen with some adorable animals. Maan Farms is hosting a special family-friendly Hatha Goat Yoga experience, followed by a delicious curry bowl or chicken strips and fries for participants. There will even be time for goat socializing afterwards for you and your little ones.
When: Sunday, May 10, 2026
Time: 3 p.m.
Where: Maan Farms – 790 McKenzie Rd., Abbotsford
Cost: $37.10 to $63.60, register online
Mother’s Day Traditional Pow Wow at Trout Lake
What: The Mother’s Day Traditional Pow Wow is being held at Trout Lake and John Hendry Park on Sunday, May 10, with a variety of drum groups and dancers. Everyone is welcome to attend the festivities hosted by the Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society.
When: Sunday, May 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Trout Lake and John Hendry Park
Cost: Free
Mother’s Day Floral Workshops
What: Athiana Acres is hosting a special Mother’s Day Floral Arranging Workshop where guests will be guided through creating a spring arrangement in a vase. There will also be an assortment of refreshments while you learn expert tips on how to start your own garden.
When: May 9 and 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Glass Greenhouse at Athiana Acres — 12800 No.2 Rd., Richmond
Cost: $160, register online
Mother’s Day relaxation at Lush Spa on Robson
What: Treat Mom to some well-deserved relaxation at the Lush Spa on Robson. There are several rejuvenating experiences to choose from that will pamper, restore, and uplift, not just on Mother’s Day but every day.
Options include the Rewilding Facial, a Highlands hot stone massage, The Spell reflexology-inspired foot and scalp massage, and more that will ease their tension and indulge the senses. See all of the available treatments online.
And while she’s there, Mom will be able to pick up her favourite Lush products like the Avo Cuddle Bubble Bar and the Mother of Dragon Shower Gel.
When: Daily
Time: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Monday to Saturday), 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Sunday)
Where: 1020 Robson St., Vancouver
Mother’s Day Blooms at Capilano Mall
Then head over to the Instagram-worthy Floral Photo Moment from May 7 to 10 and snap a selfie, because Mom deserves a main character moment. Share your selfie on Instagram and tag @shopcapilanomall for a chance to win a $250 shopping spree at Capilano Mall.
When: May 9, 2026 (Floral Photo Moment from May 7 to 10)
Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the pop-up flower market
Where: Grand Court at Capilano Mall – 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver
Admission: Free, more information online
Mother’s Day Weekend at The Glades Woodland Garden
What: The Glades Woodland Garden, home to the Lower Mainland’s largest collections of rhododendrons and azaleas, invites everyone to a Mother’s Day celebration.
Explore the garden while enjoying live music from a string trio. Guests are invited to pack their own picnic or treat themselves to snacks and refreshments from two local vendors.
When: May 9 and 10, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 457 – 172nd St., Surrey
Tickets: $9.20, children 12 and under are free. Tickets must be bought online in advance, as no tickets will be sold on site.
Mother’s Day Special at The Improv Centre
What: Bring your mom down to The Improv Centre on Granville Island for an afternoon of laughs with some of Vancouver’s top comedians. The show is family-friendly and will be inspired by the audience’s suggestions.
When: May 10, 2026
Time: Doors 1 p.m., show 2 p.m.
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online
Spring Strings at VanDusen Botanical Garden
What: Dress up in costumes and Regency-era attire and spend the day exploring the 55 acres of VanDusen Botanical Garden before settling in for a live performance by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.
The eight VSO string musicians will perform contemporary hits with a classical twist, including music by ABBA, Coldplay, Adele, and more. Make sure to take photos on the Rhododendron Walk, under the golden laburnum trees, and violet wisteria.
When: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 12:30 and 3:30 p.m.
Where: VanDusen Botanical Garden – 5151 Oak St., Vancouver
Tickets: $29 for general admission and $25 for VBGA members, free for children three years and under. Purchase online
Treat Mom to Mother’s Day Brunch
What: Consider this your official reminder that Mother’s Day is just around the corner (Sunday, May 10 to be exact), and that you should be making those brunch reservations now before they all book up.
Lucky for you, there are plenty of top-notch Vancouver restaurants offering special Mother’s Day brunches.
From classic eggs Benedict to Mediterranean-inspired brunches, multi-course feasts, and luxurious buffets, these are some of the top destinations for Mother’s Day brunch in and around Vancouver.
When: Sunday, May 10, 2026
Time: Various hours of operation
Where: Various restaurants across Vancouver. See the list online.
Vancougar Comedy
What: Amber Harper-Young and Nancy Ho are funny, fearless cougar comedians who’ve seen it all and survived to tell the jokes. Vancougar Comedy features sharp takes on modern dating, honest confessions, and the kind of laughter that only comes from women who prove that romance after 40 isn’t over, it’s just way funnier.
When: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Where: Yuk Yuks Surrey at Elements Casino – 17755 60th Ave., Surrey
Tickets: $24.95 plus fees. Purchase online
Originally published on Daily Hive.
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