Moms are the best, eh?! (I’m not just saying that because I am one… it’s a fact!) Really though, mothers do so much for their families and rarely take time to treat themselves, so celebrate that extra special lady in your life with a fun outing, delicious meal or craft market shopping spree with help from our Mother’s Day Event Guide for Toronto and the GTA.
Special Events in Toronto
Centreville Amusement Park
Moms ride free on Sunday, May 14 with the purchase of an All-Day Ride pass. Spend the day exploring the beautiful Toronto Islands and making lasting memories!
Cirque du Soleil: KOOZA
Treat Mom to a show by the legendary Canadian circus troupe Cirque du Soleil with their Mother’s Day deal, offering four tickets for the price of three – a 25% discount!
Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE
Bloor-Yorkville presents Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE, a free floral trail dedicated to diverse traditions from cities around the world.
Revue Cinema: Mother’s Day Screening – “Turning Red”
Enjoy a special screening of the Toronto-set animated feature, “Turning Red”, about a thirteen-year-old girl dealing with her overbearing mother and the changes of adolescence.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Atlanta Braves — Mother’s Day & Alek Manoah Bobblehead Giveaway
The Blue Jays host Mother’s Day festivities throughout the ballpark. Read on for info on the new outfield district and also money-saving family tips to make the most of your time at the ballpark.
Toronto International Storytelling Festival
This festival celebrating storytelling returns this year, once again featuring the free Family Storytelling Day (on Saturday, May 13).
Special Events in the GTA
Home Depot: Free Kids Workshops
At Home Depot locations across the country, kids can build their moms an adorable tulip flower planter at this month’s free workshop.
Ontario Free Family Fishing
This Mother’s Day, why not get hooked on a new family activity together? Go fishing without a license during these Ontario’s Free Family Fishing program.
York-Durham Heritage Railway – Spring High Tea
Enjoy a beautiful ride on YDHR’s historic coaches, complete with a menu crafted by their award-winning chef. Please note that there is only one sitting per day.
Food Events – Sunday Brunches
Auberge du Pommier – Mother’s Day Lunch
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 11:00am–2:30pm
Where: Auberge du Pommier, 4150 Yonge Street, Toronto
Website: www.aubergedupommier.com
Château Le Jardin – Mother’s Day 2023
When: May 14, 2023
Time: Doors open 12:00pm
Where: Château Le Jardin, 8440 Highway 27, Vaughan
Website: www.lejardin.com
Guild Inn Estate – Mother’s Day Brunch
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 11:00am-1:00pm, 12:00pm–2:00pm, 1:00pm–3:00pm
Where: Guild Inn Estate, 201 Guildwood Parkway, Scarborough
Website: www.guildinnestate.com
Leña Restaurante – Mother’s Day Prix Fixe Brunch
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 10:00am–3:30pm
Where: 176 Yonge Street, Toronto
Website: www.lenarestaurante.com
McMichael Museum – Sunday Brunch
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 10:00am-5:00pm
Where: McMichael Museum, 10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg
Website: www.mcmichael.com
Miller Lash House – Mother’s Day Brunch
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm, 1:00-3:00pm
Where: University of Toronto Scarborough, 130 Old Kingston Road, Scarborough
Website: www.millerlashhouse.ca
Oliver & Bonacini – Mother’s Day Brunch
When: May 14, 2023
Where: OB Canteen, TIFF Bell Lightbox, 330 King St. West, Toronto
Yonge & Front Oliver & Bonacini Café Grill, 33 Yonge St., Toronto
Bayview Village Oliver & Bonacini Café Grill, Bayview Village Shopping Centre, 2901 Bayview Ave., Toronto
Peter and Paul’s – Mother’s Day Brunch
When:May 14, 2023
Where: Bellagio Boutique Venue, 8540 Jane Street, Vaughan
The Manor, 16750 Weston Road, King
Paramount Event Space, 222 Rowntree Dairy Road, Woodbridge
Universal Eventspace, 6250 Hwy 7, Vaughan
The Vue, 195 Galaxy Blvd., Etobicoke
Website: www.bypeterandpauls.com
Pingle’s Farm – Mother’s Day Brunch
When: May 14, 2023
Time: Seatings at 9:00am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm
Where: 1805 Taunton Road East, Hampton
Website: www.pinglesfarmmarket.com
The Rec Room – Drag Brunch Toronto
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 11:00am
Where: The Rec Room, 255 Bremner Blvd., Toronto
Website: Tickets at Allevents.in
Richmond Station – Mother’s Day Brunch
When: May 13-14, 2023
Time: 10:00am–2:00pm
Where: Richmond Station, 1 Richmond St. West, Toronto
Website: www.richmondstation.ca
Taline – Mother’s Day Brunch
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 10:00am onwards
Where: Taline, 1276 Yonge Street, Toronto
Website: www.talineto.ca
TOCA at The Ritz-Carlton Toronto – Mother’s Day Brunch and Mother’s Day Dinner
When: May 14, 2023
Time: Brunch seatings 12:00-2:00pm and 2:30-4:30pm, Dinner 5:30-9:30pm
Where: TOCA at The Ritz-Carlton Toronto, 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto
Website: www.tocarestaurant.com
Food Events – Tea Services
Casa Loma – Mother’s Day High Tea at the Castle
Enjoy the elegance of a traditional High Tea in Toronto’s iconic Casa Loma on Mother’s Day Weekend, then tour the castle afterwards.
The Drake – Mother’s Day Prix Fixe Brunch and High Tea + High Tops
When: May 14, 2023
Time: Brunch seatings 9:00am-2:45pm, High tea seatings 9:00am-3:00pm
Where: The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen St. West, Toronto
Website: www.thedrake.ca
Old Mill Toronto – Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
When: May 11-14, 2023
Time: Seatings 3:00pm and 3:15pm
Where: Old Mill Toronto, 21 Old Mill Road, Toronto
Website: www.oldmilltoronto.com
Ripley’s Aquarium – Mother’s Day High Tea
When: May 14, 2023
Time: Seatings at 10:00am, 12:30pm and 3:00pm
Where: Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada, 288 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto
Website: www.ripleyaquariums.com
T-Buds Food and Tea Lounge – Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
When: May 13-May 14, 2023
Time: 12:00-6:00pm
Where: T-Buds Food and Tea Lounge, 3343 Yonge Street, 2nd Floor, Toronto
Website: www.t-buds.com
Further Food Events
Cruise Toronto – Mother’s Day Brunch Boat Cruise
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 12:30-2:30pm
Where: The West Pier behind Harbourfront Centre, Queen’s Quay West, Toronto
Website: www.cruisetoronto.com
Mother’s Day at Leni Poki
When: May 13, 2023
Time: 1:00pm
Where: Lenipoki, 1027 Gerrard Street East, Toronto
Website: www.lenipoki.ca
McMichael Museum – Saturday Dinner & Live Performance
When: May 13, 2023
Time: Dinner at 5:00pm, Performance at 7:30pm
Where: McMichael Museum, 10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg
Website: www.mcmichael.com
Northern Spirit – Mother’s Day Signature Brunch Cruise
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm, 2:00-4:00pm
Where: Queen’s Quay Terminal – South/East Dock Wall, 207 Queen’s Quay West, Toronto
Website: www.cityexperiences.com
Tasty Tours: Food Tour
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 11:00am-1:30pm, 12:00-2:30pm
Where: Kensington Market (exact location given upon booking)
Website: www.tastytourstoronto.com
Toronto Botanical Garden – Mother’s Day Succulent Heart Workshop + Tea
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 1:30-3:30pm
Where: Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave. East, Toronto
Website: Tickets at Eventbrite
Craft Markets
Celebrate Her: A Mother’s Day Weekend Market
When: May 13, 2023
Time: 10:00am-2:00 pm
Where: Kimpton Saint George Hotel, 280 Bloor St. West, Toronto
Website: Allevents.in link
All Handmade Spring Marketplace
When: May 13, 2023
Time: 11:00am-4:00pm
Where: Mainway Recreation Centre, 4015 Mainway, Burlington
Website: Facebook link
MAMA’s Day Market by Local Luxe Market Ltd.
When: May 5-7, 2023
Time: 10:00am-6:00pm
Where: Dixie Outlet Mall, 1250 South Service Road, Mississauga
Website: Eventbrite link
Mother’s Day Emporium by Soul Artisan Emporium
When: May 6, 2023
Time: 11:00am-4:00pm
Where: 3850 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto
Website: Eventbrite link
Toronto Artisan Market
When: May 14, 2023
Time: 11:00am-5:00pm
Where: Trinity Bellwoods Park, 790 Queen Street West, Toronto
Website: All Events link
Family Fun Toronto Lists
Spring Markets and Craft Fairs in Toronto and the GTA
Find more arts & crafts with our guide to Spring Markets and Craft Fairs in Toronto & the GTA!
The Best Parks and Pathways for Hiking in Toronto
If Mom likes to get out in nature but with less crowds, there are also a myriad of hiking options in Toronto.
Public Indoor Pools
Mom can pretend she’s at the spa or at a southern resort while the kids splash around in a free (for Toronto residents) public indoor pool. Plus, it’s a way for the whole family to have fun and get some exercise too.
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