Moms are amazing. We spend so much time celebrating others and pouring into others’ cups. We need to remember that we should be celebrated too.
Whether you are a mom, know a mom, or are a mother figure, you definitely know a woman worth celebrating. If you need some local gift ideas or events to celebrate yourself and the special mothers in your life, we have you covered!
And if you’re looking for excellent places to eat out for Mother’s Day, here is a list of our favorite places to brunch in Albuquerque.
Check out these Albuquerque Mother’s Day events and activities celebrating moms!
Events are listed in order by date. Check back regularly as additional Mother’s Day events are announced and added to this list.
Pssst . . . here are some local gift ideas!
Looking for a gift that feels personal? The ABQ Mom Shop offers locally inspired apparel and accessories for moms and kids alike. These are the kinds of pieces that get worn on repeat, whether you’re out exploring the city or just enjoying the everyday moments. It’s a simple way to celebrate the moms in your life while also repping the Albuquerque community.
“I want gift certificates to Ojo Caliente and Tea at St. James Tearoom.” -Denika
“Macarons!” -Adrian
“I often love an experience gift for Mother’s Day! A massage, head spa trip or pedicure. Also having a family outing planned for me is always nice. So a family day at the zoo or a tea time together as long as I don’t have to plan it.” -Sarah
“Gift cards to local coffee shops and book shops like Meraki, Page 1 Books, Books on the Bosque, or Cutbow Coffee.” -Lindsey
“Massage and coffee shop gift cards!” -Alyssa
“Flowers are always the best gift I could receive. But I’d also want a gift card for a Mani/Pedi. Movie tickets. And my new favorite place is Native Boba Tea in Old Town.” -Fran
“I always love flowers, especially when my boys pick them out! I like an experience gift! Concert tickets, Isotopes tickets, or a wine tasting! I also would love a unique pot from Jackalope. I’ve turned into my mother.” -Marybeth
“I would love a massage from a local massage therapist or a pretty piece of jewelry from Gertrude Zachary.” -Amanda
“Gift card to a spa. I love Betty’s.” -Vanessa
“A photo shoot!” -Taylor
We asked the ABQ Mom team to describe the perfect Mother’s Day, and this is what they said:
“My perfect Mother’s Day is a morning walk or hike with my family, heading to a local coffee shop, and slowly enjoying a tea and some breakfast. Then a movie during the day and cooking a yummy dinner together as a family.” -Brittany
“Childless margaritas on the beach.” -Taylor
“My perfect Mother’s Day is a nice but family-friendly brunch and an outing somewhere new. This year we’re headed to the Georgia O’Keefe Museum!” -Lindsey
“My perfect Mother’s Day is having an outdoor adventure with my son! This year, we are headed to Fenton Lake for kayaking and camping along with our dog.” -Alyssa
“My perfect Mother’s Day is brunch somewhere with my family. Then a visit to the cemetery to visit my daughter, the one who made me a mom. (Mother’s Day is hard for me; nobody said it has to be easy!) Followed by plant shopping, some planting and playing in the dirt with my boys, and finally, a margarita on a patio.” -Marybeth
“When I was little, my mom told me, ‘It’s tradition to bring your mom breakfast in bed on Mother’s Day.’ Since I didn’t know how to cook, I replied, ‘Mama, do you like Coco Puffs?’ Eating a bowl of Coco Puffs in bed became our annual tradition! I’ll never forget my first Mother’s Day when my mom told me she had a surprise for me . . . it was a box of Coco Puffs!” -Rachael
“My perfect Mother’s Day is having breakfast ready when I wake up. And having a day out with my family. Whether it’s going for a morning walk or taking a drive up to the Sandia Mountains. To be out and see nature is my favorite thing to do.” -Fran
“My perfect Mother’s Day is being able to sleep in and go to brunch at Flying Star (my fave). I don’t want to do any cleaning or laundry for the day but just spend quality time with my husband and kids. Maybe throw in a massage!” -Amanda
“Barefoot in the grass enjoying a beautiful day with my husband while the kids play.” -Sharon
