25+ Things to Do for Mother’s Day 2023 in Houston

Secure your title as “favorite kid” with our top picks for markets, concerts and sweet gestures to help better celebrate mom this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14, 2023.

This year, show the mothers in your life how special they are with a slate of events around Houston that can help convey that appreciation, from concerts to signature Mother’s Day experiences across Greater Houston.

2023 Mother’s Day Celebrations, Markets, Events & Things to Do in Houston

Pre-Mother’s Day Events in Houston

• Mother’s Day with the Real Housewives of New York at House of Blues | Tuesday, May 9 – Luann, Dorinda and Ramona of Real Housewives of New York come together for a special pre-Mother’s Day event where you can grab a cocktail and hear the exciting and hilarious tales of the Housewives’ lives behind the camera. $57.50 and up. 7pm.
• Parent & Child Create Night: Mother’s Day Garden Collage at KidCreate Studio | Friday, May 12 – Ideal for ages 5 to 12 with a parent, this collaborative workshop offers a night of mess-making fun as you craft matching collages with a garden theme. $32. 6:30pm.
• The Mother of All Divas Concert: Mariah Carey Tribute at Sugar Land Town Square | Friday, May 12 | FREE – Vocalist Jass Meagher brings the timeless hits of pop superstar Mariah Carey to the community hub in Sugar Land. 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
• Houston Latin American Philharmonic: Mother’s Day Serenade at Hobby Center | Friday, May 12 – This annual concert returns to Downtown, inviting guest artist Chucho Avellanet for a night that features works like “Mil Violines,” “Historia de Amor,” “Así,” “Toda una Vida” and more. $50 and up. 8pm.
• An Intimate Mothers Day Celebration with Jagged Edge, Dru Hill, & Case at Arena Theatre | Friday, May 12 – The Southwest Houston venue hosts a trio of classic R&B stars for an intimate show filled with singalong hits. $87 and up. 8:30pm.
• Houston Ballet presents George Balanchine’s Jewels at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Friday, May 12 & Saturday, May 13 | FREE – Part of Miller’s centennial celebrations, the Houston ballet offers back-to-back nights of Jewels—inspired by rubies, emeralds and diamonds, and set to the music of Fauré, Stravinsky and Tchaikovsky. Arrive at 6pm on Friday and take part in a birthday bash for the theater, including cake, face painters and more. 8pm.

• Mother’s Day Books & Brunch Experience at Book Readers Venue | Saturday, May 13 – Head to Humble for this celebration of books and moms. Featuring spoken word artist Zen Ase, who will talk about life after divorce, a “book tasting,” book giveaways, mimosas and more, it’s a great way to honor mom and a love of reading. $75. 10am to noon.
• Bouquets & Brunch with Mom at Houston Botanic Garden | Saturday, May 13 – In South Houston, the scenic gardens of HBG are the site of a fresh-cut bouquet workshop where you’ll craft your own arrangement and enjoy a brunch of mimosas and pastries. $45. 10am to noon.
• Mother’s Day Vendor Fair at Pearland Town Center | Saturday, May 13 | FREE – More than 40 vendors will set up in Pearland for last-minute gift shopping ahead of Mother’s Day on Sunday. Enjoy raffles and prizes, games, live music and more while you shop. 10am to 5pm.
• Mother’s Day Tea at George Ranch Historical Park | Saturday, May 13 – Bring Mom along for a ’40s-style tea party at the Fort Bend historical park. Ms. Mamie George will guide you through fashion, etiquette and flowers while enjoying traditional tea and cakes. Registration required. $25; $15 for ages 4 to 12; free for ages 3 and under. Seating at 11am and 2:30pm.
• Heights Mercantile Mother’s Day Market in the Heights | Saturday, May 13 | FREE – The annual artisan pop-up market on Yale Street fills the promenade with vendors and craftspeople doling out one-of-a-kind gifts for your last-minute needs. Kids and pets are welcome. 11am to 6pm.

• Mother’s Day Vibe Market at Sugar Land Town Square | Saturday, May 13 | FREE – Stroll through more than 75 artists, creatives and makers at this Saturday afternoon market in Sugar Land. Enjoy an afternoon of live music, professional photo minis, delicious eats and more. Noon to 5pm.
• Mother’s Day Fair at B-52 Brewing | Saturday, May 13 | No Cover – Sip small batch brews and creative drafts from the tap while you shop a mini-market of local vendors in Conroe. Noon to 5pm.
• Moms & Mimosas at Waters Edge Winery | Saturday, May 13 – All ages are welcome at this cake decorating activity at the Richmond winery and bistro, complete with food and mimosa specials available for purchase. $60 per person. 1pm to 3pm.
• Mother’s Day Candle Making & Mimosa Bar at Love & Make DIY Workshop | Saturday, May 13 & Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14 – Held at five different sessions over the weekend, this workshop in Rice Village will guide you through creating two custom soy-wax candles while you sip from the mimosa bar. $65 per person. Times vary.
• Mother’s Day Weekend at Bayou Bend Collection & Gardens | Saturday, May 13 & Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14 – Bayou Bend in River Oaks celebrates Mother’s Day Weekend, giving moms the chance to be surrounded by the beauty of nature while enjoying art, music and more. There will be live music by harpist Hope Cowan and guitarist Mark Seale, and complimentary cookies, lemonade, and water. $12.50; free for moms. 1pm to 5pm.

Events on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14, 2023

• 5K Mamas Fun Run at MacGregor Park – Kick off your Mother’s Day by pounding some pavement together at this fourth annual fun run in Third Ward, followed by a post-race party with live music, food, drinks and kids activities. $40. 7am to 11am.
• Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch at the 1880 Garten Verein – Held in one of Galveston’s most historic buildings, the 1880 Garten Verein, this festive brunch will feature a special gift, a Mother’s day corsage, live music, and more. $85; $95 with a homes tour. 10am to noon.
• Mother’s Day Soul Food Sunday Brunch at Grooves of Houston – The Third Ward hotspot serves up a Sunday brunch for Mother’s Day with live entertainment and a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet. $39.99; $29.99 for ages 56+; $19.99 for ages 11 and under. 11am to 4pm.
• Mother’s Day at Kemah Boardwalk – Explore the Bay Area boardwalk and enjoy lunch or dinner as a family, plus rides and live music throughout the day. Score a $5 discount on an all day ride pass with one purchase. 11am to 9pm.
• Mother’s Day: Yo Momma Joke Contest at Eureka Heights Brewing Co. | No Cover – Have a little light-hearted fun at your mother’s expense at this open-to-all competition where contestants offer their best oneliner “Yo Momma” jokes. Plus, moms can compete in the Chancla Chunking Contest, win Mother’s Day prizes, and enjoy drink specials and discounted beers for mom in the taproom. 2pm.

• Libby & Katie’s Mother’s Day Jam at the Continental Club – Libby Koch and Katie Rushing team up to offer an afternoon of Houston’s featured female singer-songwriters for a jam at the Mid-Main stage. $10 and up. 2pm to 6pm.
• Ali Siddiq & Marcus D. Wiley: Dear Mom at Houston Improv – Two comedians team up for the annual Mother’s Day show at the Improv, delivering laughs for moms and those who love them. $90 for 2, and up. 2:30pm.
• Annika Chambers & Paul DesLauriers in Concert at Houston Botanic Garden – Blues artists Annika Chambers and Paul DesLauriers headline the Garden’s Sunday Concert Series for a special Mother’s Day performance. Tickets for the show include access to the grounds, plus you can purchase beer and wine. $15; $100 for VIP, including multiple tickets, seating, a charcuterie box and more. 4pm to 6pm.
• USPA Regional Classic: Mother’s Day at Houston Polo Club – Houston Polo Club hosts a special Mother’s Day match, complete with Best Ladies Hat Contest, with door prizes, expert announcing, a Champagne divot stomp at halftime, and live flamenco guitar music. Individual courtyard tickets are $32.50; $15.50 for ages 12 and under. Boxes for 2 to 20 guests range from $89 to $895. 5pm.
• Mother’s Day: An Evening of Soul with Charlie Wilson at Smart Financial Centre – Close out Mother’s Day with a special soul concert featuring founding member of the Gap Band, Charlie Wilson, along with Jeffrey Osborne, Freddie Jackson and Karyn White at the Sugar Land stage. $67.25 and up. 7pm.