6 events to spoil your mom at in Calgary this Mother's Day weekend

May 8 2018, 2:10 am

Mother’s Day is this weekend, and if you happened to forget about the one day that moms across the country are spoiled with an abundance of love… well, you’re going to want to keep reading.

There’s no need to scramble for something to do because we’ve put together a list of things to do for Mother’s Day that’ll save you from that embarrassment.

You’re welcome!

Sport Chek Mother’s Day Run, Walk, & Ride

Are you and your mom athletic? This is the 41st Annual Sport Chek Mother’s Day Run, Walk, & Ride and she’s going to love this if she’s at all competitive! A friendly, mother-daughter, or son-daughter competition is always fun. Even if you aren’t the super athletic type, this is a great opportunity to get some exercise and bond with your lovely mom.

When: Sunday, May 13, 2018

Time: 8:30 am

Where: CF Chinook Centre, 6455 MacLeod Trail South, Calgary

Tickets: $45, buy tickets online

Mothers Day Hanging Planters


Bring your mom with you or surprise her at home with her very own personalized (and free!) hanging planter from Greengate Garden Centres! Choose three of your favourite plants to combine, plant, and personalize for your mom’s planter.

When: Saturday, May 12 to Sunday, May 13, 2018

Time: 10 am until supplies last (both days)

Where: Greengate Garden Centres, 14111 Macleod Trail SE, Calgary

Cost: Free

Sound Bath Meditation and Restorative

Treat your mom, and yourself to a quiet, peaceful and restorative two-hour meditation class.  You’ll practice restorative poses for 75 minutes that will prepare you for a 30 minute sound bath meditation. You and your mom will have the chance to explore the gift of being completely embraced by the different tones and vibrations you will experience.

When: Sunday, May 13, 2018

Time: 12:30 pm to 2:30

Where: Yoga Shala, 1511 19th Street NW, Calgary

Tickets:$45, buy tickets online

Mother’s Day at the Market

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Tea, biscuits, and fashion anyone? — Crossroads Market will be hosting a high tea and a fashion show on Mother’s Day! Expose your taste buds to savoury finger sandwiches and sweet mini desserts, while sipping on some tea and looking at nice clothes.

When: Sunday, May 13, 2018

Time: 12:30 pm to 2:30

Where: Crossroads Market 1235 26 Avenue SE, Calgary

Tickets: $27

“Pretty Sweet” Mother’s Day Beer Tasting

This is the perfect place to take a beer-loving mom with a sweet tooth. Enjoy a two-hour beer tasting with eight different styles of beer, and eight different mouth-watering doughnuts.

When: Sunday, May 13, 2018

Time: 3 pm to 5

Where: The Brewer’s Apprentice, 448 8thAvenue SE, Calgary

Tickets: $40, buy tickets online

Helping Families Mothers Day Tea

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Helping Families Mother’s Day Tea (Courtney Bond/Mother’s Day Tea Committee)

Show up in fancy or fun outfits to enjoy an evening of sipping tea from antique looking cups, all while supporting families going through cancer. You’ll also enjoy a silent auction filled with items every mom will love! All the proceeds from this event go to the families struggling with the financial costs of a child battling cancer.

When: Sunday, May 13, 2018

Time: 3 pm to 4:30

Where: Dalhousie Community Association, 5432 Dalhart Road NW, Calgary

Tickets: $20, buy tickets online

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Looking for a great place to take your mom out to brunch? Here are a few ideas your mom is going to love!

Now go and spoil that special lady!

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