Celebrate Mom this Sunday! Here's a roundup of activities in and around Toronto for Mother's Day.
Top Picks for an Unforgettable Mother's Day in Toronto
Toronto's vibrant cityscape offers a host of unique, budget-friendly ways to make this Mother's Day special. From hands-on art classes to enchanting high teas, there's something for every mom to cherish. Here are some must-do events this Mother's Day weekend.
Create Unique Ceramics in Greektown
Days: Every day
Location: The Danforth Art Studio
For a creative and memorable Mother's Day, swing by The Danforth Art Studio for their special art classes. Under the guidance of expert instructors, you can craft handmade works of art, such as pottery or pieces on the clay wheel. Class fees range from $25 to $44 per person, or share a wheel for $32. After finishing your masterpiece, paint it for an additional $10 per hour or take it home as is.
Sunset Vinyl Painting at STACKT Market
Date: May 11 from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Location: STACKT Market
Join Toronto's downtown shipping container market as they host a cosy paint night to honor moms and mother figures. Vinyl painting supplies will be provided, and the event promises art, music, and quality time, all for about $33.
Regal High Tea at Casa Loma
Date: May 11
Location: Casa Loma
Indulge in a luxurious high tea experience that includes premium teas, mouthwatering scones, pastries, and sandwiches. Plus, guests get to tour the Edwardian castle after their meal for added opulence. Tickets cost $75 per person.
Discover Avian Wonders at Tommy Thompson Park
Date: May 10 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Tommy Thompson Park
Nature enthusiasts can take part in a community event focusing on bird migration at the city's largest green space. Enjoy educational birding walks, booths, and displays from local community organizations, creating a fun, free event for all ages.
Browse Local Artisan Goods in Trinity Bellwoods Park
Date: May 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Trinity Bellwoods Park
Support local talent by visiting the Toronto Artisan Market. This outdoor market showcases the work of local creators, offering a variety of handmade goods like jewelry, ceramics, skin care products, artwork, and fresh-baked treats. Pack a picnic blanket, and enjoy a relaxing day in the company of talented Toronto artists.
Dazzling Drag Brunch in East York
Date: May 11 from noon to 3 p.m.
Location: Fantasy Farm Event Venue
Treat mom to a showstopping brunch featuring captivating performances by local queens, including Canada's Drag Race contestant Jada Hudson, Lady Gaga impersonator Baby Bel Bel, and more. The tickets, which include a breakfast buffet, are $60 each.
Caribbean-Inspired Reggae Brunch in North York
Date: May 11 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: National Event Venue
Celebrate Mother's Day in style with a reggae brunch, complete with a gourmet Jamaican buffet, live music, and dance floor fun. Guests of all ages can enjoy dishes like jerk chicken and waffles and a live roasted beef station. Tickets start at $33.28.
Flower Workshop in Summerhill
Date: May 9 from 10 a.m. to noon
Location: Creative Class Studio
Kick off the Mother's Day weekend by attending a floral arranging workshop. Craft a beautiful and unique bouquet, perfect for gifting or treating oneself, in a warm, creative atmosphere. Remember to bring your own vase (BYOV), and feel free to bring along a loved one for a touching start to the holiday.
Kid-Friendly Art Workshop in North York
Date: May 11 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: Anga's Farm and Nursery
Children can show their love for mom by creating personalized stepping stones during the Little Artists in the Garden workshop. Kids will choose between a dragon or butterfly garden stone, and adult supervision is required at all times. This workshop offers a fun and interactive way for kids to honor their mothers.
- In addition to the artistic endeavors, Toronto's vibrant community can also celebrate Mother's Day through local artisan markets in Trinity Bellwoods Park, offering a variety of handmade goods like jewelry, ceramics, and fresh-baked treats.
- For a fun and educational experience, consider Discover Avian Wonders at Tommy Thompson Park, where nature enthusiasts can learn about bird migration and enjoy educational birding walks, booths, and displays from local organizations.
- Canadians can enjoy a mix of fashion, beauty, food, and travel insights from various media outlets coverage of Mother's Day events and activities happening across the city.
- Toronto's lifestyle scene offers several unique ways to honor mothers, such as the Regal High Tea at Casa Loma or the Flower Workshop in Summerhill, where participants can craft beautiful bouquets for gifting or personal use.
- Relationships can be reinforced through bonding experiences, and what better way than the Dazzling Drag Brunch in East York, featuring captivating performances by local queens and delicious brunch offerings?
- Home and garden enthusiasts can attend the Little Artists in the Garden workshop at Anga's Farm and Nursery, where children can create personalized stepping stones to express their love for mom.
- For a chance to try something new and unforgettable, attend the Sunset Vinyl Painting event at STACKT Market, where participants can enjoy art, music, and quality time while creating unique vinyl paintings.
- Toronto's food and drink scene offers various Mother's Day experiences, from the Caribbean-Inspired Reggae Brunch in North York to hands-on art classes at The Danforth Art Studio, providing an enjoyable and budget-friendly way to celebrate the special day.
