Where to take mom this Mother’s Day

From vintage markets to high tea, there’s an event sure to make mom feel special.

Colorful flowers

Make sure to get a bouquet for mom.

Photo via @carolinaflowrs

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Mother’s Day is coming up fast, this Sunday, May 14. Don’t know where to take mom? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

We have a list of activities and events perfect for showing appreciation for your mom this holiday.

Local events

Spring Floral Design Workshop | Saturday, May 13 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | SAHC Community Farm | 228 Mag Sluder Rd., Alexander | $145

Learn about floral design basics with the help of Blazing Star Flowers and create your own centerpiece to take home — a perfect experiential gift for the mom who loves flowers.

Show & Tell Sunday Market | Sunday, May 14 | 12-5 p.m. | Rabbit Rabbit, 75 Coxe Ave., Asheville | Free

Shop vintage clothes, housewares, handmade jewelry, ceramics, and more from local vendors — and treat mom to a coffee from Bridge & Tunnel Coffee Co. or a cocktail from AVL Brewing Co.

Mother’s Day High Tea | Sunday, May 14 | 3 p.m. | Blue Spiral 1, 38 Biltmore Ave., Asheville | $50

Sip a cup of tea (and a glass of bubbly) while gallery leaders show off 40 functional and sculptural teapots.

Nest Spring Day Party Market | Saturday, May 13 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Nest Boutique, 54 N. Lexington Ave., Asheville | Free

Treat mom to a piece of permanent jewelry, fresh flowers, and fairy hair — and don’t forget to commemorate the occasion with an exclusive Mother’s Day photo experience.

Sip & Shop Mother’s Day Pop-Up | Saturday, May 13-Sunday, May 14 | Omni Grove Park Inn, 290 Macon Ave., Asheville | Free

Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting and get up to 50% off apparel and merchandise.

Mother’s Day DIY Terrarium Building | Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 14 | Times vary | PlantHouse, 2 Hendersonville Rd. A-3, Asheville | $25-$34

Are flowers not your mom’s thing? Reserve a time to fill a glass terrarium with succulents and greenery.

Food from La Bodega

Feast on delicious plates at La Bodega.

Photo by Whitney Anderson

Mother’s Day specials

Does your mom love the finer things in life? Take her to The Inn on Biltmore Estate for a four-star brunch with a menu featuring cooked-to-order omelets, fresh seafood, a carving station, and decadent desserts. Tickets are $85 per adult and reservations are required.

Taco Boy is making a special exception for the mothers out there. The restaurant normally doesn’t take reservations, but this Sunday you can reserve a table for brunch to treat mom to breakfast tacos and bloody marys.

La Bodega is rolling out special items for its Mother’s Day dinner. Take mom on a food tour of Spain with pintxos, small plates, desserts, and plenty of Spanish wines to choose from. Reservations go fast, so make yours now.

Take mom to the Riveter for a day of rock climbing, mountain biking, or yoga. Mothers will receive a carnation and chocolates — plus, $5 MOMosas on special.

You don’t have to be a mother to children to celebrate the holiday. You can be a plant mama too. All plants in the River Arts District’s Art Garden and the Canopy Gallery will be marked 10% off from Sunday, May 14 through Monday, May 15.

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