Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 13, 2018.  Show mom how much you love her by spending time with her Mother’s Day weekend creating memories. We’ve compiled a list of Akron, Ohio area Mothers Day Brunch, Event, and/or Activities to enjoy with your kids, your mom, grandma, mother-in-law, and other motherly figures in your life.

Women in the Wild: Mother’s Day Retreat at CVNP (May 11-12, 2018)

Spend the weekend creating memories in the wild with mom at the Women in the Wild: Mother’s Day Retreat at Cuyahoga Valley National Park May 11-12, 2018. Enjoy a program that includes hiking the trails, handcrafted culinary creations, and connecting with other women from the area.

Pricing:
$90-95 includes lodging at heated/air-conditioned Lipscomb dorm building, food, and program.

Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center
3675 Oak Hill Rd
Peninsula, OH 44264

Mothers & Angels Paint with a Purpose at The Black House Gallery (May 12, 2018)

Mothers & Angels Paint with a Purpose is a special time for moms that have lost their children. The theme will be painting beautiful angels floating on a bed of clouds, as a remembrance of children. Event takes place at the Natatorium on Saturday, May 12, 2018 form 6-8pm. Tickets are $25 and include painting supplies and refreshments. Proceeds go to benefit families and children of those lost to the opioid epidemic.

The Natatorium
2345 Fourth St.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

FREE Cake and Cake Decorating Event for Mother’s Day at all Acme locations in NE Ohio (May 12, 2018)

Kids ages 12 and under can decorate a FREE heart-shaped cake at all Acme locations on Saturday, May 13th from 10 am – 2 pm. Expert cake decorators will be on hand to help kids decorate their own cake with tons of icing colors, sprinkles, and toppings. Moms even receive a FREE carnation for attending. Don’t forget to check out the Acme floral department for other Mothers’ Day gifts. One free cake per family.

Mother’s Day Card Making AND MAKEbreak Box Decorating (May 5 & 12, 2018)

Kids ages 3+ can make mom a Kids Club Mother’s Day Card on Saturday, May 5 and 12, 2018 form 10am – Noon.Pricing: $2 per project, supplies included. Sign up in store or online.

Buy a MAKEbreak box and decorate it with FREE supplies at Michael’s on Saturday, May 5 and 12, 2018 from 1-3pm at your local Michaels. For adults, plan a craft session with mom to make a Lava Beach Necklace ($39) or MAKE Flower Pot Cupcakes ($28).

FREE Mother’s Day Drop-in Craft (May 12, 2018)

Stop by Goodyear Heights Lodge for a FREE Mother’s Day Drop-in Craft time on May 12, 2018 1-3pm. Crafts will be nature themed for the mother or mother figure in your life.

Goodyear Heights Lodge
2077 Newton St.
Akron, OH 44305

Mother’s Day Surprise Art Class for Mom at Peninsula Art Academy (May 12, 2018)

Kids in grades 1-5 are invited to the Peninsula Art Academy on May 12, 2018 from 10-11:30am to create an Mother’s Day Surprise piece of art.RSVP by calling (216) 570-6882

Pricing $15 per child.

Peninsula Art Academy
1600 Mill Street West
Peninsula, OH 44264

Hudson First & Main All About Mom (May 12, 2018)

Find mom the perfect gift at Hudson’s First & Main All About Mom event on Saturday, May 12th from 11am – 3pm. There will be a Free kids photo booth to make personalized photo and picture frame. Also there will be card making, strolling music, refreshments, and a chance to win prizes when you spend $50 or more during event hours.

First & Main Street
Hudson, Ohio

Les Fleurs Animees: a Mother’s Day Brunch Tea at Hower House (May 12, 2018)

Enjoy an elegant Mother’s Day Tea with mom and grandma at Hower House on Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 10 am – Noon. Enjoy delicious tea, savories, sweets, a program, walk-through tour, and shopping at Cellar Door Store.

Reservations required, $32 adults, $22 children ages 8-12. RSVP by May 7th.

Hower House at The University of Akron
60 Fir Hill
Akron, OH 44325
330-972-6909

Muffins with Mom on Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (May 12 & 13, 2018)

Enjoy a train ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park with Muffins with Mom on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad May 12th or May 13, 2018. Enjoy muffins by Creekside Restaurant of Brecksville – choose from Peach Cobbler, Classic Oreo, or Pineapple Upside-Down flavors. Drinks provided. Concession Car available for additional food and drinks.

Departs at 9 a.m. and 12:50 p.m. out of Rockside Station or
10:55 a.m. out of Akron Northside Station

Pricing:
$25 for ages 3 and over.

Register online.

Mother’s Day Brunch at Bravo! Cucina Italiana at Summit Mall (May 12 & 13, 2018)

Enjoy a special Mother’s Day menu at Bravo! Cucina Italiana at Summit Mall in Fairlawn, Ohio on Saturday, May 12th and Sunday, May 13, 2018 until 3pm. Mother’s Day features including Bread Pudding French Toast, Filet Mignon, Eggs, Mome Fries & Bacon, Bravo’s Grilled Pork Chop, Prosciutto Frittata, and the full menu.

Free Facial at Massage Envy

Get a FREE 60-minute facial session when you purchase $125 Massage Envy gift cards. Gift Card must be purchased by May 13, 2018.

Massage Envy
3265 W Market Street
Fairlawn, Ohio
330-867-3689

Activities on Mother’s Day

Spending time with mom on Mother’s Day is special.  Make it memorable with one of these fun Mother’s Day Activities near Akron, Ohio.

FREE Admission for All Moms at Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens (May 13, 2018)

Moms and grandmothers get in FREE on Mother’s Day at Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens on Sunday, May 13, 2018  from 10 am – 6 pm (last entry at 4:30pm) when accompanying family members pay regular admission prices. Enjoy a special day with your friends and family including a self-guided tour of the Manor House, the Corbin Conservatory, the Gate Lodge, Playgarden, and stroll the historic gardens and grounds.

From 1-2pm, enjoy a performance by the Kent State University Men’s Chorus.

Don’t forget to visit Molly’s Shop for a “Mom-friendly” gifts and more to show mom how much you appreciate her. Relax with snacks and drinks in the Courtyard or in Molly’s Cafe.

Pricing:
Moms: FREE
Members: Free
Self-Guided Tour Non-Member Adult: $15
Self-Guided Tour Non-Member Youth 6-17 yrs: $6
Children 5 and under: FREE

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
714 North Portage Path
Akron, OH 44303-1399
330-836-5533
www.stanhywet.org

Moms Jump FREE at SkyZone Boston Heights (May 13, 2018)

Moms jump free at SkyZone Boston Heights All Mom’s jump for Free and a Free Carnation for all Moms on Mother’s Day, May 13, 2018 from 11am – 7-pm. Plus, all moms will receive a free carnation.

6217 Chittenden Rd
Boston Heights, OH 44236
(234) 249-3030

FREE Admission for Moms and Grandmothers at Akron Zoo (May 13, 2018)

Moms and Grandmothers receive FREE admission at the Akron Zoo on Sunday, May 13, 2018 from 10 am- 5pm when accompanied by family.

Pricing:

$12 non-members
$9 kids
Mothers and Grandmothers FREE
$3 non-member parking

Akron Zoo
500 Edgewood Ave.
Akron, OH 44307
330-375-2550
www.akronzoo.org

Mother’s Day Akron Art Museum Open House (May 13, 2018)

Enjoy a light Mother’s Day brunch of danishes, quiche, fresh fruit kabobs, mini sandwiches, and more at the Akron Art Museum Open House on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13, 2018 from 11:30am – 3:30pm. Share art experiences in the museum galleries and create a keepsake springtime craft.

Pricing:
Member Adult: $35
Non-Member Adults $50
Kids 17 and under: FREE with adult ticket

Mother’s Day Shopping Event at Urban Lace (May 13, 2018)

Enjoy a day out with mom at Urban Lace on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13, 2018 11 am – 3pm. Enjoy appetizers, drinks, the chance to win gift baskets and plenty of retail therapy shopping the latest trends – Treat mom to a new Springtime outfit – it’s an event and gift all in one!

Urban Lace
119 Portage Trail
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44221

FREE Admission for Moms to Laser Quest on Mother’s Day (May 13, 2018)

The family that plays together — has FUN together!! Mom or Dad get in FREE at Laser Quest on Mother’s Day, May 13, 2018 with the purchase of 1 additional paid admission. (The same special also applies to Father’s Day on June 17th from 12 – 6pm!)

Laser Quest
80 Brookmont Road
Akron, OH 44333
(330) 666-6966

FREE Self Guided Tour at Hower House (May 13, 2018)

FREE self guided tours of Hower House for moms at 1pm. Enjoy a visit to the Cellar Door Store for shopping afterwards. Free Tours for dads on Father’s Day too from Noon – 3pm!

Hower House at The University of Akron
60 Fir Hill
Akron, OH 44325
330-972-6909

Mommy & Me: DIY Beauty at Cafe O’Play (May 13, 2018)

Enjoy a day of pampering and fun at Cafe O’Play on Mother’s Day, May 13, 2018 from 9:30am – 12:30pm. Style your hair, whip up DIY beauty treats, hot chocolate and cookie bar, and more for moms and daughters. Plus, shop 31 Bags and Lipsense in the Cafe for the perfect Mother’s Day gift. Register online.

Pricing:
$20 per child
$10 per mom

Cafe O’Play
911 Graham Road – #27
Stow, OH 44221

Mother’s Day Wine Glass Painting (May 13, 2018)

Enjoy the day with mom at The Winery at Wolf Creek for Mother’s Day where you can design and paint your own wine glass on Sunday, May 13, 2018 from 10am – 1pm. This is a fun event for adults – moms, aunts, family, and friends. Fee is $25 per person and includes a glass of wine or mimosa, snacks, and glass to paint. $5 more for each additional glass you paint. Register online.

The Winery at Wolf Creek
2637 Cleveland Massillon Rd
Norton, OH 44203

Muffins with Mom on Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (May 12 & 13, 2018)

Enjoy a train ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park with Muffins with Mom on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad May 12th or May 13, 2018. Enjoy muffins by Creekside Restaurant of Brecksville – choose from Peach Cobbler, Classic Oreo, or Pineapple Upside-Down flavors. Drinks provided. Concession Car available for additional food and drinks.

Departs at 9 a.m. and 12:50 p.m. out of Rockside Station or
10:55 a.m. out of Akron Northside Station

Pricing:
$25 for ages 3 and over.

Register online.

Special Dining Options for Mother’s Day

Mom deserves a delicious meal on Mother’s Day. Treat her to one of these tasty options. Be sure to make a reservation ahead of time!

Mother’s Day Brunch at Bravo! Cucina Italiana at Summit Mall (May 12 & 13, 2018)

Enjoy a special Mother’s Day menu at Bravo! Cucina Italiana at Summit Mall in Fairlawn, Ohio on Saturday, May 12th and Sunday, May 13, 2018 until 3pm. Mother’s Day features including Bread Pudding French Toast, Filet Mignon, Eggs, Mome Fries & Bacon, Bravo’s Grilled Pork Chop, Prosciutto Frittata, and the full menu.

Mother’s Day Menu at Papa Joe’s Italian Restaurant (May 13, 2018)

A special delizioso menu is planned at Papa Joes’s Italian Restaurant on Sunday, May 13, 2018 12 – 8 pm including roasted Ohio young turkey, roasted Spring lamb, prime rib, filet mignon, chicken parmigiana, children’s menu, and more. See full Mother’s Day menu here.

Pricing Entrées starting at $16.99 for adults with the average price around $23 and $7.99 for children.

Papa Joe’s Italian Restaurant
1561 Akron Peninsula Rd
Akron, OH 44313
330-923-7999
www.papajoes.com

Mother’s Day Brunch & Free Gift Card for Moms at Fleming’s (May 13, 2018)

Become Mom’s favorite when you treat her to Mother’s Day Brunch at Fleming’s on Sunday, May 13, 2018 10 am – pm. Select from their Mother’s Day Brunch menu of Signature Eggs Benedict, Cinnamon Apple Brioche French Toast, Steak & Egg Scramble, Salmon Cobb Salad, Filet Mignon, and more. Or order from the full dinner menu available all day for all Fleming’s favorites.

Reservations are strongly recommended for Mother’s Day.

Flemming’s
4000 Medina Road
Akron, OH 44333
http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com

Muffins with Mom on Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (May 12 & 13, 2018)

Enjoy a train ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park with Muffins with Mom on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad May 12th or May 13, 2018. Enjoy muffins by Creekside Restaurant of Brecksville – choose from Peach Cobbler, Classic Oreo, or Pineapple Upside-Down flavors. Drinks provided. Concession Car available for additional food and drinks.

Departs at 9 a.m. and 12:50 p.m. out of Rockside Station or
10:55 a.m. out of Akron Northside Station

Pricing:
$25 for ages 3 and over.

Register online.

Mother’s Day Brunch at The Tangier (May 13, 2018)

Enjoy a premium Mother’s Day Buffet at The Tangier on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13, 2018 from 10:30 am – 3 pm. Enjoy delicious breakfasts (pancakes, eggs, fresh fruit), entrees (lasagna florentine, country fried chicken, prime rib, etc), salads, sides, and desserts. Mother’s Day brunch Breakfast portion end at 2pm. Full Mother’s Day menu here.

Price: Adults $28.99, Children under 12 $14.99

Call 330-376-7171 for reservations.

The Tangier
532 W. Market Street
Akron, Ohio 44303

Mother’s Day Brunch at The Venue Banquets (May 13, 2018)

Enjoy a full Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch on May 13, 2018 starting 10am – 3pm at The Venue Banquets, located in Historical Tallmadge Circle. Enjoy breakfast items including French Toast, Pancakes, Sausage Biscuits & Gravy, and more as well as entrees including roast beef, ham, Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Marsala, and more.

Pricing: Adults $21.99, Kids 5-12 $11.99, Kids 4 and under FREE

The Venue Banquets
10 Tallmadge Circle
Tallmadge, OH 44278
330-633-7111 or call Firehouse at 330-634-9967

Mother’s Day Specials at The Blue Door Cafe & Bakery (May 13, 2018)

Enjoy an European meal at The Blue Door  Cafe & Bakery on Sunday, May 13, 2018. Enjoy your favorite menu items as well as Mother’s Day Specials including Lobster Eggs Benedict and more. The doors open early at 7am to start celebrating Mom early.

The Blue Door Cafe & Bakery
1970 State Rd
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, OH 44223
330-926-9774

Mother’s Day Events Near Akron, Ohio / Summit County

Below are a few of our favorite Mother’s Day events outside of Summit County!

FREE Mother’s Day Admission at Greater Cleveland Aquarium (May 13, 2018)

Wow your mom with FREE admission to the Greater Cleveland Aquarium on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13, 2018 10am – 5pm, last entry 4pm) . Moms of all ages free with purchase of child or another adult admission ticket. Kids can made a Mother’s Day card for mom and first 150 moms receive a button.

Greater Cleveland Aquarium
2000 Sycamore Street
Cleveland, OH 44113
216-862-8803

Mother’s Day Grand Feast at Galaxy (May 13, 2018)

Treat mom a Grand Feast at The Galaxy Restaurant- 10am-3pm on Mother’s Day May 13, 2018. Feast to include made-to-order omelets, bacon, kielbasa with peppers and onions, sausage gravy & biscuits, French toast sticks, Prime Rib, Baked Boston scrod, Chicken Piccata, and more.

Price: Adults $29.95, Children 6-12 years $14.95, 5 years and under free.

Call 330-334-3663 to make reservations.

The Galaxy Restaurant
201 Park Centre Drive
Wadsworth, Ohio 44281

FREE Mother’s Day at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo (May 13, 2018)

Moms get in FREE on Mother’s Day at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on May 13, 2018 from 10 am – 5 pm courtesy of Wayside Furniture.

Pricing:
Moms: FREE
Adults 12 + $14.25
Kids 2-11 – $10.25

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
3900 Wildlife Way
Cleveland, OH 44109
216-661-6500

Happy Mother’s Day from AkronOhioMoms.com!

Cindy

Founder and Lead Blogger at Akron Ohio Moms

Cindy is the top Akron Blogger with her own take on awesome brands for families, where to vacation for families, a beat on local activities and family fun, a knack for getting moms to share , and a house that is always 2 weeks away from a complete remodel!