Mom, Mommy, Mama, Mother, Ma.
Moms go by many different names, and they play many important roles in our lives, too. From being our first teachers to our lifelong mentors and caregivers, our moms deserve to be celebrated for all they do.
Show your mom (or aunt, grandma, sister or any other special ladies) the love she deserves this Mother’s Day. Mark your calendars for May 14, then begin preparing with some of these ideas that are perfect for all the moms in your life.
Looking for more family activities? Check out our guide to Things to Do with Kids This Spring in Southeast Michigan.
Mother’s Day Recipes
Is your mom a chef in the kitchen? Give her the day off by preparing one of these yummy breakfasts, or treat her to a homemade dessert. These recipes are so easy, the kids can help, too!
Perfect Gift Ideas for the Perfect Mom
Show Mom your appreciation with a gift that is as special as she is.
Make a handmade card
If a picture says a thousand words, then maybe a card can, too! Kids will love making these adorable flower cards for Mom. The best part? You likely have all the materials you need to make them at home.
Gift a handmade keepsake
From functional crafts to sentimental keepsakes, moms treasure handmade gifts from their families. This Mother’s Day, skip the flowers that will wilt in a week and buy Mom a pretty houseplant. Then make a DIY planter to add that personal touch.
Need more crafting gift ideas? We rounded up 6 of our favorite DIY Mother’s Day projects, from handmade cards to personalized tote bags.
Host a Mother’s Day tea
Experiences make great gifts, and you don’t have to spend a lot of money or even leave the house to give Mom a fancy Mother’s Day tea. We’ve rounded up our best tips, recipes and ideas for hosting at-home tea service.
Gift Mom some “me time”
Our moms are our superheroes, and even the strongest heroes need time to relax and recharge. Give Mom some “me time” with one of these luxurious spa treatments around metro Detroit and Ann Arbor.
Celebrate Mom at Local Mother’s Day Events
If the special lady you’re celebrating loves to get out and about, then check out some of these Mother’s Day festivities going on around metro Detroit and Ann Arbor.
Walk-A-Mom
May 14, 2023
- Address: Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Road, Shelby Township
- Cost: Free, parking pass or daily fee required
Families can enjoy a spring hike on the trails with their mom of honor. Choose the nature trail of your choice, take time with the wildflowers that are starting to bloom and be sure to stop by the nature center to get a certificate. All moms and grandmothers receive a flower to plant at home.
Mother’s Day Hike: Warblers & Wildflowers
May 14, 2023
- Address: Indian Springs Metropark, 5175 Indian Trail, White Lake
- Cost: $3/child $5/adult, free/children under 2
Visit Indian Springs Metropark for a special hike along the nature trails and learn about the wildlife along the way in honor of Mother’s Day. Bring binoculars. Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. May 13.
Mother’s Day Wildflower Walk
May 14, 2023
- Address: Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford
- Cost: $3/child $5/adult, free/children under 2
Join trail guides at the Kensington Metropark Nature Center for an hour-long guided walk to see what resident animals and plants are up to in the spring. This program is entirely outdoors. Pre-registration required by 4 p.m. May 13.
Mother’s Day Tea
May 20, 2023
- Address: Westland Historic Village Park, 857 N. Wayne Road, Westland
- Cost: $45/ticket
Bring your mom or grandmother out to Westland Historic Village Park for Victorian Tea and a treat. Purchase tickets in advance.
Looking for more Mother’s Day ideas in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor? Check out these Mother’s Day events and more in our calendar.
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