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30+ Things to Do on Mother's Day 2022 Near Chicago

Treat Mom to Mother's Day Tea at the Chicago Ambassador, photo courtesy of the hotel
Treat Mom to Mother's Day Tea at the Chicago Ambassador, photo courtesy of the hotel
4/29/22 - By Maureen Wilkey

News flash: Moms' favorite activities are not cleaning up and chauffeur duty. For Mother's Day, moms are looking for a break and a chance to do something they enjoy with their kids. So we've put together a list of Mother's Day activities near Chicago that fit the interests of a wide variety of moms. Combine one of these activities with brunch or dinner out and you've got a perfect Mother's Day 2022.

Music-loving moms can hear Beatles covers in Wrigleyville, jazz in the West Loop, country in Berwyn. Run or walk with your athletic mom at 5Ks in Oak Brook, Glenview, or Barrington. Does mom need to relax? There's yoga events in Wheeling and Highland Park. And almost everyone enjoys free frozen yogurt for moms at TCBY locations around the country. 

There are plenty of things to do on Mother's Day near Chicago to celebrate Mom on her special day!

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Spring Flower Show: Pillars of Spring, photo courtesy of the Lincoln Park Conservatory
Spring Flower Show: Pillars of Spring, photo courtesy of the Lincoln Park Conservatory

Thing to Do on Mother's Day Near Chicago

Mother's Day Pamper and Pose

Saturday, May 7—Lincolnwood
Bring mom to Lincolnwood Town Center for some professional photos and fun. Families can get a free 4" by 6" photo print, while moms can enjoy mini manicures. Music, mocktails and crafts add to the fun. READ MORE

Pink 5K

Saturday, May 7—Oak Brook
Help fight breast cancer at this pre-Mother's Day 5K run and walk. All proceeds benefit Hinsdale Hospital Foundation Open Arms Breast Cancer Outreach Fund. The family friendly run provides scenic views of Oak Brook's Central Park. READ MORE

Gardening with Mom

Saturday, May 7—Warrenville
Learn more about gardening and spend some quality time with mom or other family at Warrenville Learning Garden. Kids will get a special gift to take home for mom. READ MORE

Mothers of Nature

Saturday, May 7—Glen Ellyn
Learn about mothers in the wild and how they take care of their young. Kids will learn about how birds, mammals and reptiles interact with their babies and complete a Mother's Day craft. READ MORE

The Music of The Beatles for Kids: Mother's Day Celebration

Sunday, May 8—Wrigleyville
The Rock and Roll Playhouse and The Cubby Bear host the Music of the Beatles for Kids! Rock n Roll Playhouse hosts regular concert series for kids, featuring some of the favorite music of their grownups. READ MORE

Mother's Day Country Brunch with Fox Crossings String Band

Sunday, May 8—Berwyn
Fox Crossing String Band, an all-female midwestern string ensemble, plays at Fitzegerald's Pub in Berwyn for Mother's Day. Reservations are not required and food and beverages are available for purchase. READ MORE

Mother's Day Jazz Brunch

Sunday, May 8—West Loop
Enjoy brunchy bites and mom-approved mimosas and spritzes at Time Out Market. Jazz music featuring the Chicago Soul Jazz Collective will play from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. No reservations required. READ MORE

Mother's Day Concert in Lilacia Park

Sunday, May 8—Lombard
Rosie and the Rivets perform danceable hits from the '50s and '60s as part of Mother's Day at Lilacia Park's Lilac Time Festival. This high-energy retro performance should be fun for all ages. READ MORE

Mother's Day 5k Run and Walk for Peace

Sunday, May 8—Glenview
This run and walk honors the vision of Juliet Ward Howe, who called for a Mother's Day dedicated to peace to honor moms who lost children and husbands in the U.S. Civil War. Run in Glenview on Mother's Day or virtually any time from May 9-22. READ MORE

Mother's Day 5K Run/Walk

Sunday, May 8—Barrington
Run or walk a 5K with mom, or take part in the kids dash to compete with your friends and siblings. All finishers receive a rose and cake pop. READ MORE

Mother's Day Yoga in Wheeling

Sunday, May 8—Wheeling
Celebrate Mother's Day with mom or another special lady in your life at this fun yoga class for all levels. Special treats will be provided after the class. READ MORE

Mother's Day Morning Painting Event: Mommy & Me

Sunday, May 8—Lakeview
Paint a special Mommy and Me picture while sipping on your beverage of choice at this BYOB event. Ticket price includes all painting supplies, aprons, and canvas to take home. READ MORE

Mother's Day Brunch at Untitled

Sunday, May 8—River North
Enjoy a family-style buffet brunch along with music from Angela Martin. Cocktails are also available for purchase. READ MORE

Mother's Day Picnic on the Porch

Sunday, May 8—Oak Park
Kids can bring their moms for some old-fashioned family fun at Pleasant Home in Oak Park. The event features a spring lunch, checkers, games on the lawn, and more. READ MORE

Mother's Day Tea at The Ambassador

Sunday, May 8—Old Town
Enjoy a selection of teas, scones and sweet at the Ambassador for its new and unique afternoon tea on Mother's Day. Complimentary champagne is also available for those over 21. READ MORE

Mother's Day Cruises

Sunday, May 8—Downtown
The whole family can celebrate mom aboard the Odyssey, with an indulgent meal, live music, dancing, and of course, spectacular views. Guests can choose from several different types of cruises all day long, including brunch or dinner on Lake Michigan or the Chicago River.  READ MORE

Mother's Day LUMINARIA

Sunday, May 8—Glen Ellyn
In honor of Mother's Day empowerHER is releasing custom luminaria honoring women and mothers across Lake Ellyn in Glen Ellyn. Purchase your own luminaria, or watch the display online. READ MORE

Mother's Day at White Pines

Sunday, May 8—Bensenville
Book a tee time for mom at White Pines Golf Course. Women and girls of all ages get up to 18 holes free to celebrate moms on this special day. READ MORE

Mimosas and Moms on the Mat

Sunday, May 8—Highland Park
Join mom for some morning yoga and mimosas at Rosewood Beach in Highland Park. This special yoga class celebrates all that mothers do. HP Lakefront Parking pass is required for parking. READ MORE

Mom & Me Golf at Tinley Junction

Sunday, May 8—Tinley Park
Moms golf for free with a paid round of mini golf at Tinley Junction mini golf. Concession specials are also available. READ MORE

Miskatonic Brewing Mother's Day Bouquet Class

Saturday, May 7—Darien
Learn how to make a bouquet for mom, or bring her along to make her own bouquet. All flowers and supplies will be provided. Moms can buy a ticket that includes a libation from Miskatonic. READ MORE

Mother's Day Celebration at the Elk Grove Historical Museum

Saturday, May 7—Elk Grove Village
Celebrate mom at the Elk Grove Historical Museum with a light lunch and lemonade. Pottery painting rounds out the fun. READ MORE

Moms Get FREE TCBY For Mother's Day!

Sunday, May 8—Multiple locations throughout the city and suburbs
Make mom’s day a little sweeter with free FroYo from TCBY on Mother’s Day! TCBY (The Country’s Best Yogurt), the world’s original and most iconic frozen yogurt brand, is celebrating Mother’s Day by gifting moms across the country with a free cup (first 6-ounces) of frozen yogurt! The deal will run in-store Sunday, May 8 at participating locations where moms can stop by their local TCBY and grab a free cup of FroYo!   READ MORE

Spring Flower Show: Bee's Knees

Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8—Garfield Park
The Garfield Park Conservatory hosts its spring flower show "Bee's Knees." The show displays the relationship between bees and blooms and includes tulips, daffodils, hyacinth, hydrangeas, delphiniums, azaleas, and more. Empty observation and demo hives are hidden amongst the flowers to give visitors a view from the bees' perspectives. READ MORE

Lincoln Park Conservatory Spring Flower Show: Cooler by the Lake

Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8—Lincoln Park
From the end of February to Mother's Day, North Side families can enjoy a flower show highlighting the lakefront The Lincoln Park Conservatory will feature cooler color tones and structures representing the lighthouse and boats within the conservatory. READ MORE
Mother's Day Brunch at The Signature Room, photo courtesy of the restaurant
Mother's Day Brunch at The Signature Room, photo courtesy of the restaurant

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Places featured in this article:

Warrenville Community Building
Glenview Community Church
Performance Pavilion at Heritage Park
Bottles & Bottegas Lakeview
Lake Ellyn Park & Boathouse
Tinley Junction Mini Golf and Batting Cages