10 fun Mother's Day things to do in Vancouver that your mom will love

May 5 2025, 8:52 pm

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

Goat Yoga

Maan Farms

What: Get zen with some adorable animals this Mother’s Day. 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: May 11, 2025
Time: 3 p.m.
Where: Maan Farms – 790 McKenzie Rd., Abbotsford
Cost: $30 to $60, register online

Mother’s Day Traditional Pow Wow at Trout Lake

What: The Mother’s Day Traditional Pow Wow of 2025 is being held at Trout Lake Community Centre from May 9 to 11, with a variety of drum groups and dancers. Everyone is welcome to attend the festivities hosted by the Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society.

When: May 9 to 11, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Trout Lake Community Centre — 3360 Victoria Dr., Vancouver
Cost: Free

Mother’s Day Floral Workshops

What: Athinia 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 bites from Butter Baked Goods while you learn expert tips on how to start your own garden.

When: May 10 and 11, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Where: Glass Greenhouse at Athiana Acres — 12800 No.2 Rd, Richmond.
Cost: $160, register online

Sea to Sky Gondola Mother’s Day Concert

Sea to Sky Gondola/Tara O’Grady

What: Popular sky-high destination Sea to Sky Gondola is celebrating Mother’s Day with a live concert with Cam Salay and students on the Diamond Head Deck. Bring the family to enjoy the views and the tunes.

When: May 11, 2025
Time: Concert from noon to 3 p.m.
Where: 36800 BC-99, Squamish
Admission: Free with a season pass or day ticket.

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 Weekend 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 10 and 11, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 457 – 172nd St., Surrey
Tickets: $8.75, children 12 and under are free. Tickets must be bought online in advance as no tickets will be sold on site.

9 to 5 the Musical

What: Royal City Musical Theatre invites you to clock in for 9 to 5 the Musical, based on the hit 1980s movie and featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. Cheer on Violet, Judy, and Doralee as they come up with a plan to get even with the “sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot” they call their boss.

When: Now until May 11, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Massey Theatre – 735 8th Ave., New Westminster
Cost: Various prices, purchase online

Mother’s Day Special at The Improv Centre

The Improv Centre

Zemekiss Photography/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 11, 2025
Time: Doors 1 p.m., show 2 p.m.
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online

Daughter of the Inner Stars

What: The latest Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Kids Concert is Daughter of the Inner Stars, a cosmic adventure that will inspire musical storytelling in children of all ages. The show will feature original music and animations from award-winning conductor and composer Nicholas Buc.

When: May 11, 2025
Time: 2 p.m.
Where: Orpheum — 601 Smithe St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Wicked Singalong – Terminal City Roller Derby Fundraiser

What: Sing along to your favourite songs in a screening of the smash hit film Wicked while supporting Terminal City Roller Derby at the Rio Theatre. Partial proceeds from the all-ages event will go to support Terminal City’s tournament travel costs.

Terminal City Roller Derby is Vancouver’s first flat-track roller derby league. Its games are held throughout the year in Coquitlam and New Westminster. The 100% member-owned and operated organization relies on fundraising activities to train, play, and advocate.

When: May 10, 2025
Time: Doors 12:30 p.m., film 1 p.m.
Where: The Rio Theatre — 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver
Cost: $20-$25, purchase online

Mother May I? Mother’s Day Drag Brunch

What: Brunch has never been so stylish. Bring your mom out to Mother May I? at Ventura Room for a drag brunch spectacle starring Carrie Dawn, Regina Slay and Victoria Lush. Food and drinks from Brown’s Social House will also be served during the event.

When: May 11, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Ventura Room — 695 Cambie St., Vancouver
Cost: $20 plus fees, purchase online

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