Check out our latest update for this year Mother’s Day Events in Atlanta here.
What is your plan to celebrate the special woman in your life on this Mother’s Day 2011 in Atlanta? Dads take note and moms leave this post on so the dads will have some ideas on what to do. 🙂
1. Gardens for Connoisseurs @ Atlanta Botanical Garden
Place: Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE Atlanta, GA30309
Date: May 7-8 (Saturday – Sunday)
Time: 10AM – 5PM
Cost: $25 Advance Tickets. $30 Day of Tour, $10 Individual Garden Admission, Children under 12 Free
From tranquil woodland settings to intimate urban spaces, explore exquisite design and enchanting planting ideas by talented landscape designers and homeowners. The Gardens for Connoisseurs Tour includes eight private gardens and a special bonus garden. Ticket holders also receive free admission to the Atlanta Botanical Garden on tour days from 5 – 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
2. Mother’s Day Brunch @ Georgia Aquarium
Place: Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker Street Northwest, Atlanta, GA
Date: May 8 (Sunday)
Time: 10:30AM & 1PM
Cost: Adult – $75, Seniors (55+) – $70, Children (3-12) – $40 (Sales tax will be added. Prices include general admission.)
Georgia Aquarium is thrilled to offer our Annual Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 8, 2011. Whale sharks, Manta rays and beluga whales provide a memorable backdrop as guests dine in the Aquarium’s breathtaking Oceans Ballroom. Following brunch, enjoy a fun-filled day exploring the Aquarium with family.
Brunch seating times are 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Executive Chef Gregg Brickman of Wolfgang Puck Catering will be serving an incredible, mouthwatering menu featuring everyone’s brunch favorites. Beyond the traditional breakfast items, you will also enjoy:
Mascarpone Stuffed French Bread with Apples and Spicy Candied Pecans
Miners Skillet Breakfast – Eggs, Bacon, Potatoes, Cheese, Sausage Pepper and Onions
Hash Brown Potatoes with Peppers and Onions
Baked Breakfast Tortillas Hickory Smoked Bacon-Chicken Apple Sausage
Spinach Salad
Southern Fried Chicken
Mashed Potatoes and Southern Gravy
Prime Rib of Beef with Natural Au Jus and Horseradish Mustard
And much more!
3. Medieval Mother’s Day @Medieval Times
Place: Medieval Times, 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville,GA
Date: May 6-8 (Friday – Sunday)
Time: Check for showtimes
Cost: FREE for all mothers with purchase of one full-priced adult (Must mention discount code: MFWEB11). Plus free flower for all mothers in attandance on Mother’s Day.
4. Jet Set with Mom @The High Museum of Art
Place: The High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street, NE , Atlanta,GA
Date: May 8th (Sun)
Time: 1PM-4PM
Cost: $5 off on walk-up Admission ticket for mother’s
Take your mom on a trip around the world in the High’s galleries this Mother’s Day. We’re traveling to different countries by looking at photos in the exhibition, Henri Cartier-Bresson: The Modern Century. Don’t have a passport? Don’t worry! You can make one in our workshops to keep track of where you and your mom land. Pack your suitcases and get ready for “High” flying fun.
5. Mother’s Day @ Zoo Atlanta
Place: Zoo Atlanta, 800 Cherokee Avenue, SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Date: May 8th (Sunday)
Time: 9:30 AM-6:30 PM
Cost: FREE admission for mom with purchase of a full price child (ages 3-11) or adult general admission ticket.
Go wild for Mom – treat her to Mother’s Day at the Zoo! On Sunday, May 8, mothers enjoy FREE admission with purchase of a full price child (ages 3-11) or adult general admission ticket.
Offer valid only on Sunday, May 8, 2011; not valid with any other discount, offer or promotion.
6. Mother’s Day Celebration @ Imagine It! Children Museum
Place: Imagine It!, 275 Centennial Park Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30313-1827
Date: May 7th (Saturday)
Time: 12 PM
Cost: Included with Museum admission
Create special memories on Mother’s Day with a trip to Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. Join the Imaginators for a sweet Mother’s Day story, “A Ride on Mother’s Back: A Day of Baby Carrying around the World” by Emery Bernhard. Then, children can create a giant greeting card as a handmade gift from the heart for their Mom.
7. Mother’s Day Card Crafft @ AmericanGirl Atlanta
Place: AmericanGirl Store, North Point Mall, 1202 North Point Circle, Alpharetta, GA 30022
Date: May 6th & May 8th (Friday & Sunday)
Time: Fri: 4 pm – 6 pm; Sun: 1 pm – 3 pm
Cost: FREE and open to public. For girls ages 8 and up
Show Mom she’s loved! Your girl can make Mother’s Day extra-special by decorating a pretty card and matching envelope, then adding a special message to Mom on the inside.
8. Memories with Moms @AmericanGirl Atlanta
Place: AmericanGirl Store, North Point Mall, 1202 North Point Circle, Alpharetta, GA 30022
Date: May 8th (Sat)
Time: 11AM & 4PM
Cost: $35 per person. (Please note, prepaid event reservations are non-exchangeable and non-refundable) (gratuity not included) Reservations required; call toll-free 877-247-5223. For girls ages 6 and up.
Share an extra-special day with your daughter! You’ll enjoy a delicious meal and one-on-one time together. Includes an American Girl book, a commemorative photo and frame, and keepsakes to take home as a reminder of the memories made during your day together.
Sales tax included.
This event features dining in the Celebration Room, posing for a commemorative photo, and creating a memory booklet.
9. Mother’s Day Paper Flowers @Chattahoochee Nature Center
Place: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Road Roswell, GA 30075
Date: May 8th (Sat)
Time: 11 AM – 5 PM
Cost: Included in admission
Show your Mom how much she means to you. Stop by the Nature Exchange and make a paper flower to give your mom.
10. Free Breakfast on Mother’s Day @IKEA
Place: IKEA Atlanta, 441 16th Street, NW Atlanta, GA 30363
Date: May 8th (Sat)
Time: Before 11 AM
Cost: Free breakfast for moms.
This Mother’s Day visit the IKEA restaurant before 11am and enjoy a free breakfast. Enjoy fluffy scrambled eggs served with a side of hash browns, scrumptious bacon plus a hot cup of coffee, all for FREE!
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