Top 15 Things To Do This Mother's Day in Calgary!
- Allison Fitkowski
- 24 hours ago
- 7 min read
Hey Wanderers!
Mother’s Day weekend in Calgary is the perfect time to show your love and appreciation for the special women in your life, with a weekend filled with heartwarming activities and events for all ages!
Treat mom to a delicious Mother’s Day brunch at a cozy local spot, with everything from gourmet buffets to sweet, seasonal dishes. If you’re feeling creative, why not take a pottery class and craft a beautiful piece to give mom? For some market fun, don’t miss the Saskatoon Mother's Day Market, where local vendors offer unique gifts, handcrafted goods, and tasty treats. Plus, make Mother's Day truly unforgettable with a special Cirque du Soleil experience! Enjoy an exclusive Mother’s Day weekend promo on tickets to their latest awe-inspiring show, an extraordinary blend of acrobatics, artistry, and live music that’s sure to dazzle the whole family. It’s the perfect way to celebrate mom with a touch of magic and wonder.
Whether you’re planning a relaxing day of pampering or an exciting family outing, Calgary has something for every mom to enjoy this Mother’s Day weekend.
Toys R Us: LEGO® Mother’s Day Make-and-Take
📍 Toys R Us
📆 May 10, 2025
💰FREE
Bring your builder-kids in-store to create a LEGO® Botanicals Micro Orchid – an evergreen gift for Mother’s Day! While supplies last.
Aspen Crossing Mother's Day Train
📍Aspen Crossing (1 KM West of Mossleigh, AB on Hwy 24, Southside)
📆 May 10 & 11, 2025
💰$65+
Our first train to kick start the season! She has always done so much for you! Spoil the mom in your life and gather the family for either supper or brunch on a train excursion designed especially for mothers.
Enjoy the May 10th three-course dinner or May 11th brunch. Either will include a special little gift for Mom and train robbery.
Departs: 4:00pm May 10 (Supper), 11:00am May 11 (Brunch) (Approx.2.5 hours)
Day Out With Thomas
📍 Heritage Park Historical Village (1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. Calgary, AB)
📆 May 10 & 11 2025
💰$30
Join the Day Out With Thomas. This cheeky train is coming to Calgary for two full weekends of exciting Thomas-themed activities, from May 3 – 4 and 10 – 11, 2025. The highlight of the day is an interactive train ride pulled by Thomas himself, but there are plenty of other special activities. Don’t miss your chance to say hello to everyone’s favourite railway controller, Sir Topham Hatt™ and enjoy live entertainment. Play party-themed games, enjoy the activities, and be sure to stop by the exclusive pop-up gift shop for toys and swag. For extra fun, don’t forget your youngster’s favourite Thomas apparel or railroad conductor outfit for wonderful photo ops!
Little Modern Market
📍WinSport (88 Canada Olympic Rd S W, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 10, 2025
💰$0+
A modern + local pop up market is holding an online sale featuring a cool + modern environment for local makers to share their craft.
FREE Market Tote for the first 50 shoppers through the door
FREE Face Paint + Glitter Tattoos
Entry is free with a donation to The Canadian Cancer Society for Breast Cancer Research (donate what you can at the door – cash, credit, debit).
Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven & Dvořák
📍 The Polaris Centre for the Performing Arts (261051 Wagon Wheel View, Rocky View County, AB)
📆 May 10 & 11, 2025
💰 $24+
Join the Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra for Beethoven & Dvořák on May 10 – 11, 2025! Families and music lovers alike are all welcome to a wonderful, musical evening.
Saskatoon Farm Mother’s Day Market
📍 The Saskatoon Farm (80181 338 Ave E, Foothills County, AB)
📆 May 10 & 11, 2025
💰 FREE
Whether you want to treat your mom to a delicious meal, give her a unique and thoughtful gift that she’ll cherish forever, or simply just spend some good old quality time together, our Mother’s Day Market weekend this year offers an opportunity for all that and much more!
Mother's Day Brunch at Safari Lodge
📍Safari Lodge at Calgary Zoo (210 St George's Dr NE, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 10 & 11, 2025
💰$53+
Enjoy a special Mother's Day themed brunch including special décor, a specialty menu and desserts, and fun crafts for the kids!
Mother’s Day High Tea
📍The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland (750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 11, 2025
💰$34+
This Mother’s Day, treat mom to a special day at a place as unique as she is. Indulge in an elevated high tea experience in the 1888 Replica Fort Calgary Barracks, learn about prominent mothers in Calgary’s history on an outdoor walking tour, create a handmade gift for mom with hands-on crafting for the entire family, and explore the cultural centre exhibits through a self-guided scavenger hunt. With a day this full of food, fun and history, this celebration of the motherly figures in your life will be one they’ll never forget.
Tickets Include:
– High tea in the historic Replica Barracks
– Admission to the The Confluence Cultural Centre.
– A 30-minute outdoor walking tour highlighting Calgarian mothers throughout history.
– An arts & crafts station to create two handmade gifts for mom.
– A self-guided scavenger hunt through the exhibit space.
Advance Bookings Only:
– Please note seats for Mother’s Day High Tea must be booked in advance and will not be available at the door.
– Reservations close Wednesday, May 7, 2025.
A Marvelous Mother’s Day Brunch
📍Thomsons Kitchen & Bar (112 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 11, 2025
💰$45+
When it comes to honouring Mom, it truly takes a village—and at Thomsons, our chefs are here to help. Treat the incredible women in your life to a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet overflowing with flavour and elegance. From beloved breakfast favourites and an Alberta beef carving station to fresh seafood, dim sum, sushi, and divine desserts (hello, chocolate fountain!), this is a feast fit for a queen.
Heritage Park Mother’s Day Brunch
📍Gasoline Alley Museum at Heritage Park (1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. Calgary, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 11, 2025
💰$30+
Get ready to spoil the most amazing woman in your life with brunch that’s going to make her feel oh-so-loved. Join us for a delicious spread of traditional buttermilk pancakes, eggs benedict, crispy double smoked maple bacon and so much more! And if you’re still looking for something special to mark the occasion, stop off at one of the shops in Heritage Town Square for the perfect gift.
There are only six sittings for this brunch, so don’t delay – make your reservation today!
To make your reservation, call Guest Services at 403.268.8500
Make Mother’s Day Unforgettable with Art & Fun!
📍Pinnovate DIY Studios (137 Mahogany Plaza South East, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 11, 2025
💰$46
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a creative twist! Choose from pour painting, splatter painting, or our adorable Stuff-a-Stuffie experience—perfect for all ages and unforgettable memories. Each one-hour booking is suited for groups of 1–8 people. Whether you’re creating art or a cuddly new friend, it’s a hands-on way to spend time together.
Mother’s Day Pottery Wheel
📍Color Cafe (334 14 st NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 11, 2025
💰$99
The only time Mom will approve of a Mess…
Enjoy a 1.5 hour Clay wheel throwing class together to treat her to an experience like no other. No experience necessary.
Your time on the wheel is guided under the instruction of our ceramists. You will end up with 1-2 projects which you will return to paint another visit (typically 2-3 weeks later – $10/ea).
We do ask that you arrive 10-15 mins early where we will orient you and give you time to place your drink/food order from the cafe.
Sport Chek Mother’s Day Run, Walk & Wheel
📍Chinook Centre (6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 11, 2025
💰$25+
Join us in person as Canadians run, walk or wheel, all for a good cause! The Sport Chek Mother’s Day Run, Walk and Wheel has been one of Calgary’s largest family fundraising events supporting both Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities and the Calgary Health Foundation.
For nearly five decades, the Sport Chek Mother’s Day Run, Walk & Wheel has been one of Calgary’s largest family fundraising events supporting both Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities and the Calgary Health Foundation.
The Little Legs Race
The Little Legs Race is approximately 1 KM in length and is for kids 12 and under.
Kids 5 and under are free, but must be registered.
Children can run on their own or with one parent/guardian but parents/guardians do not need to register. For each registration you will receive 2 bibs – one for the child and one for the parent/guardian to run with the child or to retrieve the child from the finishing corral at the end of the race.
5 KM Walk/Run
Strollers are welcome for the 5 km run/walk only.
Please note: There is no minimum age to participate in the 5KM race. Children are permitted to walk/run or be pushed in a stroller. We ask that those with strollers start in the last starting corral.
Children 6 and over must be registered to participate. Children under 6 who are not registered, will not receive a swag bag, medal or any amenities at the finish line. Young children interested in receiving a swag bag and medal can sign up for the 1KM Little Legs Race.
Adidas 10 KM Run
The minimum age to participate in the adidas 10 KM Run is 14. Strollers are not permitted in the 10 KM Run.
House of Skate: Mother's Day Family Skate
📍House of Skate (42 Highfield 1010 42nd Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 11, 2025
💰$12+
Join the Mother’s Day Family Skate from 11 AM – 2 PM and 2:30 – 5:30 PM. Moms get in FREE with their kids!
Mother's Day at The Hanger Flight Museum
📍The Hangar Flight Museum (4629 McCall Way NE, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 11, 2025
💰 $8+
Let your family time dreams take flight with Mother’s Day fun at The Hangar Flight Museum! Tickets are available online or at the door. When accompanied by a paid admission, Mom gets in for FREE!
!BONUS: DISCOUNT!
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL ECHO Mother's Day Weekend Promo is offering 30% off select tickets until May 12th for shows running from August 30th - October 19, 2025.
Visit their website online and select your date to get this amazing Mother's Day Weekend deal!
Mother’s Day weekend is here, and Calgary is filled with meaningful ways to celebrate the amazing moms in our lives!
From relaxing brunches and hands-on creative workshops to local markets and family-friendly outings, there’s something for every mom to enjoy and cherish this special weekend.
Know of any AMAZING events we might’ve missed? Share them in the comments or send us a note at info@wanderinginyyc.ca—we’d love to include your favourites!
