Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mother figures – mom, grandma, stepmom! Make mom feel special this Mother’s Day by treating her to a delicious brunch, fancy dinner or a fun-filled event. Our 2023 Mother’s Day Guide includes a comprehensive list of local happenings for you to plan a day mom deserves.
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Mother’s Day Brunch
Mother’s Day Brunch at Scarpetta
When: May 14
Where: 210 W. Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA
Treat mom to a special three-course brunch. Scarpetta has partnered with The Craft Studio to bring a special children’s workshop to brunch. Hosted in the private dining room, children will create a personalized gift for mom while they also enjoy games.
8th Annual Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise
When: May 14, 1 pm – 4 pm
Where: The Ben Franklin Yacht, 101 S. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia
Celebrate Mother’s Day on the Ben Franklin Yacht cruise. There will be great music, a buffet style meal and a lot of fun. Tickets are $50 and the boat boards at 12:30 pm.
Brunch at Moshulu
When: May 14, starting at 10 am
Where: 401 S. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Moshulu is offering a special menu that will be available all day from 10 am – 8 pm. Reservations are recommended.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Red Owl Tavern
When: May 14
Where: 433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Red Owl Tavern in the heart of Old City is known for their delicious brunch. Treat mom!
Bossa Nova Mother’s Day Brunch With Minas
When: May 14, 12 pm
Where: 900 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA
City Winery presents Bossa Nova Mother’s Day Brunch with Minas live on Sunday, May 14th. Minas Trio plays Brazilian Jazz all over the Northeast and is based in Philadelphia. Led by the couple Orlando Haddad and Patricia King, Minas has recorded and released 8 CDs, 7 of them in Philadelphia. Pre-show dining options are available.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti
When: May 14, until 3 pm
Where: 212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA
Make your reservations for Mother’s Day brunch at Positano Coast. Brunch is available until 3 pm.
Amada
When: May 14
Where: 217-219 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate mom at Amada Philadelphia with your favorite brunch dishes, along with featured specials. There will be a smoked salmon toast that consists of smoked salmon, sourdough, whipped goat cheese, cucumber and tomato.
Mother’s Day Brunch at The Olde Bar
When: May 13 & 14
Where: 126 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate mom at The Olde Bar all weekend long with featured brunch specials. Make her feel extra special with a complimentary mimosa.
Brunch Buffet at Sofitel Philadelphia
When: May 14, 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Where: 120 S. 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA
Take mom to the Mother’s Day Buffet at Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square. There will be a raw bar, appetizers, entrees, a carving station and desserts. Reserve your spot now.
Bridget Foy’s
When: May 14
Where: 200 South Street, Philadelphia, PA
Bridget Foy’s restaurant is the cornerstone of Philadelphia’s most happening street. Enjoy brunch with mom! Make your reservations online.
Brunch at Forsythia
When: May 14, 10 am – 4 pm
Where: 233 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Make your reservations for a prix-fixe brunch at Forsythia. Brunch runs from 10 am – 4 pm.
Brunch at a. kitchen + bar
When: May 14
Where: 135 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a 3-course meal by Chef Eli Collins. The first course will be some light bites for the table to share, then each guest will choose an individual entrée, and there will be desserts to share for the table at the end. The cost is $50 per person. Indoor and outdoor options are available, as well as the Chef’s Counter.
Mother’s Day Dinner
Dinner at Moshulu
When: May 14, until 8 pm
Where: 401 S. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Moshulu is offering a special menu that will be available all day from 10 am – 8 pm. Reservations are recommended.
Mother’s Day Dinner at Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti
When: May 14
Where: 212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA
Make your reservations for Mother’s Day dinner at Positano Coast.
Mother’s Day at SOUTH Restaurant
When: May 14
Where: 600 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate the most important ladies in your life with a special 3-course Southern meal at SOUTH Restaurant. The 3 course menu is $55/pp and includes guest’s choice of appetizer and entrée dessert sampler served to all. Appetizer options include Southern Caesar, Creole Deviled Eggs and more. Entrée options include Shrimp Etouffee and Buttermilk Fried Chicken. Vegetarian options are available as well.
Mother’s Day Dinner at Fogo de Chao
When: May 14, 1 am – 9 pm
Where: 1337 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate Mother’s Day all day at Fogo de Chao in Center City Philadelphia. Brunch items are served from 11 am – 2 pm and there will be dinner prices all day. Fogo elevates the centuries-old cooking technique of churrasco – the art of roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame.
Events & Activities
Mister Mann’s Jam Session Mother’s Day Show
When: May 14, 7 pm
Where: 990 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA
City Winery presents Mister Mann’s Jam Session – Mother’s Day Show live on Sunday, May 14th at 7 pm. Doors open at 5 pm and the show begins at 7.
Mother’s Day Hand Made Dumpling Making Class
When: May 13, 11 am – 2 pm & 5 pm – 8 pm, May 14, 11 am – 2 pm
Where: 2401 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Bring your loved ones and friends to attend a fun DIY Dumpling + fried chocolate wontons cooking experience. You will make rose shaped dumplings and edamame too, so everyone will learn new cooking skills. This event is at the Dumpling Academy in Center City.
Mother’s Day Weekend at the Museum of American Revolution
When: May 13-14
Where: 101 South Third Street, Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate inspiring, trailblazing women on Mother’s Day weekend at the Museum and learn about diverse women that played vital roles on the home front during the Revolutionary War. Pick up a free carnation on Sunday, May 14th, courtesy of the museum to wish a happy Mother’s Day to the revolutionary mother figure in your life. There will be special exhibits and in-gallery talks.
Mother’s Day Sip & Shop
When: May 7, 7-9 pm
Where: Curran’s Irish Inn, 6900 State Road, Philadelphia, PA
Take mom out for a fun night. Have dinner and drinks, and shop with vendors and crafters.
Spring Art Star Craft Bazaar | Mother’s Day Weekend
When: May 13-14, 11 am – 5 pm
Where: 121 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA
This free event has over 60 curated craft vendors in attendance. There will be 75 free totes given out at 11 am and then again at 3 pm each day. Featured food by Bourbon & Branch (vegan and non-vegan options), as well as food by Cherry Street Pier’s season long restaurants French Toast Bites and The Garden, with a full bar.
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