For many, Mother’s Day is the prime opportunity to show mom just how much you appreciate her! Luckily, there are countless ways to mark the occasion in the DMV! Whether you want to make brunch reservations in the capital city or soak in the historic charm of Old Town Alexandria, keep reading to discover how to spend the perfect day with mom this Mother’s Day!
Celebrate Mother’s Day in Maryland with These Weekend Events
Check out these Mother’s Day festivities around Maryland — from an exciting day fair to a Mother’s Day Cruise and a Spring Fling that will have mom line dancing the night away!
Mother’s Day Spring Fling
Where? 14900 Pennsylvania Avenue, Upper Marlboro
When? May 9th
Mother’s Day Spring Fling will be an evening of hand dancing, line dancing, and bopping along to the tunes by DJ Lady D from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Tickets include a light fare buffet and there will be a cash bar available. Guests are encouraged to dress to impress and a table of six reservation can be made available with the purchase of six tickets. Tickets are priced at $40 in advance or $45 at the door. This is an ages 18 and up event at the Prince George’s Equestrian Center and Show Place Arena.
Chevy Chase Fine Day Fair 2025
Where? 8525 Chevy Chase Terrace, Chevy Chase
When? May 10th & 11th
Take mom to Chevy Chase Lake this Mother’s Day weekend and join in on the fun at the first annual home & garden showcase. The fair will take place on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and is set to feature over 65 vendors. Tickets are on sale online and at the door. There will be exclusive early entry for Weekend Pass holders, so upgrade your tickets and beat the crowd by two hours!
Mother’s Day Cruise
Where? 1 Dock Street, Annapolis
When? May 11th
Make this Mother’s Day one to remember with a cruise in Annapolis! This Sunday cruise will run from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and tickets are priced at $119 per guest. Guests will travel aboard the luxury yacht named Catherine Marie. The two-hour cruise will feature live music and a brunch buffet provided by The Palate Pleasers. Mom will love the mimosa and champagne bar. Bites include warm crab dip, fresh fruit, smoked salmon, assorted quiche squares, and mini muffins and scones!
Hot Brunch Spots in Maryland for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day brunch is a tradition for good reason. There’s nothing better than sharing delicious food while reminiscing with loved ones, after all!
Severn Inn
Where? 1993 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard, Annapolis
Treat mom to waterfront dining at its best. The Severn Inn in Annapolis is located on the eastern side of the Naval Academy Bridge, providing diners with stunning views of Annapolis, the Academy, and the Severn River. The Sunday brunch buffet runs from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with the last seating at 1:00 PM. The buffet features a raw bar with steamed shrimp and oysters on the half, as well as crab dip, sliced beef tenderloin, French toast lasagna, and much more.
The Turn House
Where? 11130 Willow Bottom Drive, Columbia
The Turn House takes brunch seriously. The menu features an array of soups, salads, appetizers, burgers, and classic breakfast items. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Order some shareable options, such as the cheese and charcuterie selection or the bread basket! Celebrate mom’s special day with cinnamon rolls or a brown sugar sheet cake. Brunch entrees include a Maine lobster roll, chicken and waffles, omelets, and shrimp and grits.
Mutts & Mimosas: A Dog Mother’s Day Brunch
Where? 1815 Bay Ridge Avenue, Annapolis
Dog moms aren’t forgotten on Mother’s Day! The SPCA of Anne Arundel County is hosting a Mutts & Mimosas brunch, complete with treats, mimosas, and shopping. On Saturday, May 10th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, join the SPCA for delicious brunch bites and pup-friendly treats. There will even be a mini spa for moms and dogs, as well as a craft station and vendor shopping. All proceeds from the event go towards benefitting the SPCA. Tickets are priced at $40 and space is limited, so grab yours today.
Don’t Miss These Washington, D.C. Mother’s Day Events
Not sure what to do this Mother’s Day? Lace up the family’s running sneakers and complete an early morning 5K or catch a concert at The Kennedy Center after brunch!
2025 DC Mother’s Day 5K & 10K
Where? 3530 Water Street NW
When? May 11th
The 2025 Mother’s Day 5K & 10K is a DMV staple. Come on out and spend the morning celebrating moms everywhere in the nation’s capital. The 10K kicks off at 7:15 AM and the 5K begins at 7:30 AM. Registration fees are priced at $40 for the 5K and $50 for the 10K. Walkers and strollers are welcome to attend the race! There is even a virtual option for those who can’t make it out on race day. Runners will receive a finisher’s medal, an event shirt, and a chip timing.
The Ultimate Mother’s Day Drag Brunch
Where? 1401 Okie Street NE
When? May 11th
Throw Social is hosting The Ultimate Mother’s Day Drag Brunch this year! If mom loves a good time, then grab your tickets now and enjoy a menu consisting of scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, French toast, waffles, bacon, biscuits and gravy, and an action carving station with ham. Doors open at 11:00 AM and the show begins at 12:00 PM. Admission is priced at $25 and bottomless mimosas are $25 per person. This is an 18 and up event.
Kennedy Center Chamber Players: Summer Concert
Where? 2700 F Street NW
When? May 11th
Catch the Kennedy Center Chamber Players this Mother’s Day at 2:00 PM. The concert will take place in the Terrace Theatre at The Kennedy Center and will comprise musicians of the National Symphony Orchestra in an acclaimed ensemble. Standard tickets begin at $39 on the main floor. Prices are subject to change based on demand, so purchase early to lock in prices and get the best seats for mom!
Make Reservations for Mother’s Day Brunch at These D.C. Favorites
Secure the title of Child of the Year award when you snag reservations at mom’s favorite DC brunch spot! Indulge her on this special occasion with brunch cocktails, shrimp cocktails, oysters, or some good old fashioned chicken and waffles.
Succotash
Where? 915 F Street NW
Succotash serves weekend brunch on Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and on Sundays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The brunch menu features biscuits and gravy, chicken and waffles, French toast, crab cake Benedicts, pecan sticky buns, and crispy chicken sandwiches. Whether mom wants a taste of the south or she wants to sip on boozy brunch cocktails like the Gochujang Bloody Mary or a classic mimosa — you can’t go wrong with reservations to Succotash!
The Smith
Where? 901 F Street NW
The Smith is conveniently located in the center of the Penn Quarter neighborhood, just steps from the Capital One Arena. The lively atmosphere makes this a great option for brunch, which is served from open to 4:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. The cocktail menu kicks off with freshly squeezed mimosas, Bloody Marys from a secret recipe, and a frozen Paradise Colada. You can enjoy a brunch cocktail included with any dish in the “Eggs & Griddle” or “Steak & Eggs” sections of the menu. There is also a raw bar, with oysters and a shrimp cocktail perfect for sharing.
Le Diplomate
Where? 1601 14th Street NW
Le Diplomate has an elegant brunch offering, featuring French staples such as croissants, pain au chocolats, cheese selections, and more. Mom will be delighted by top neck clams, salmon carpaccio, eggs Benedict, avocado toast, ricotta ravioli, yogurt parfaits, and much more. The menu is just as exciting to explore as it is to taste, so take your time while you decide what’s calling your name. Don’t leave without having sampled the pommes frites!
Save the Date for These Northern Virginia Mother’s Day Events
Leave the planning and organizing to the pros! Spend Mother’s Day weekend at these area events and activities. All that’s left to do is make the brunch plans!
2025 Mother’s Day 5K, 10K & 1M
Where? 2201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg
When? May 11th
Fredericksburg’s Mother’s Day 5K, 10K & 1M takes participants along a route by the Rappahannock River. Families with walkers and strollers are welcome to attend and there is a virtual race option as well. Kick off Mother’s Day bright and early at 7:30 AM for the 1 Miler or sleep in for the 8:00 AM 5K! Registration fees range from $20 to $50 and t-shirts are only guaranteed for runners who register before April 30th. Extras may be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Mother’s Day with Mary Kay
Where? 7581 Colshire Drive, McLean
When? May 10th
Shipgarten is celebrating Mother’s Day with Mary Kay on Saturday, May 10th at 1:00 PM. This event is all about mother and daughter bonding! Mary Kay consultants will be available for free skin analysis, foundation matching, mommy & me makeovers, and more. There will even be a lip bar with a hydrating lip treatment! Admission is free. Shipgarten is also continuing the fun on Mother’s Day weekend with the Mother’s Day Kids & Family Festival on Sunday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Mother’s Day Forest Bathing
Where? 2845 Marcey Road, Arlington
When? May 11th
Celebrate both Mother’s Day and the beauty of the spring season at Potomac Overlook Regional Park with this special forest bathing experience. Whether you yourself are a mother or you’re looking to share this experience with a mother (or you simply want to connect with Mother Nature), join certified nature and forest therapy guide Ilana Rubin of Kindred Nature for a gentle, slow morning of mindful nature connection. The journey will culminate with tea and light snacks. The activity is priced at $35 per participant for ages 18 and up. Participants must pre-register.
Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch at These Northern Virginia Restaurants
Nothing says Mother’s Day quite like brunch out with the family! Check out these Northern Virginia staples and enjoy good food and great company.
Palette 22
Where? 4053 Campbell Avenue, Arlington
Bring mom to Palette 22, where food, art, and fun collide to create a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Indulge in weekend brunch and enjoy seasonally crafted cocktails while the good times abound. This neighborhood gem offers a collage of cuisines, with a menu of tapas-style small plates. Food is made to order in the open kitchen, so order several dishes to share and make the most of Mother’s Day while you reminisce, enjoy delicious food, and create new memories with your loved ones.
The Majestic
Where? 911 King Street, Alexandria
The Majestic has been a beloved gem on King Street since 1932! Housed in Alexandria’s historic Old Town, you’ll find timeless classics on the menu. Brunch hours run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. The menu features a lineup of delights, from whipped pimento cheese to chorizo croquettes, monkey bread, ragu bolognese, and much more. Raise a glass to your mom and order the “Midnight Buzz” cocktail all around, which combines coffee-infused Jameson whiskey, espresso, Frangelico, Kahlua, chocolate bitters, and agave.
Hamrock’s Restaurant
Where? 3950 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax
Hamrock’s is a beloved neighborhood restaurant in downtown Fairfax. Enjoy the wrap-around porch while you peruse the brunch menu, which is served from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Start the table off with crispy brussels sprouts before diving into breakfast quesadillas, buttermilk pancakes, or the Farmhouse Scramble with eggs, onions, peppers, ham, and a cheddar jack cheese blend. Of course, no Mother’s Day brunch is complete without mimosas all around. Try the peach-mango variety!
Happy Mother’s Day!
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to make those brunch reservations and start planning out the perfect way to spend the day with your mom. Make the most of this special occasion and spend time with those that matter the most.