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Enjoy the return of your favorite rides, slides, shows, and more with your mom this weekend at Dorney Park's season opening. Photo courtesy of the park
Enjoy the return of your favorite rides, slides, shows, and more with your mom this weekend at Dorney Park's season opening. Photo courtesy of the park
5/9/25 - By Nicole O'Donnell

Moms are incredible multi-taskers who deserve more than just one day of recognition! Our special list of activities and brunches around Philadelphia has something perfect to make Mom feel extra loved this Mother's Day, plus a few additional days in case you want to celebrate a little longer. A lavish brunch or unique museum outing, a fun family bonding opportunity like fishing, or some quality time together trying new eats in Old City—there are so many ways for Philly families to show appreciation for their wonderful moms!

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Mother's Day Weekend at Longwood Gardens

Friday, May 9 to Sunday, May 11, 2025
Kennett Square
Visit Longwood Gardens on Mother’s Day Weekend to celebrate the Festival of Fountains opening weekend and the Illuminated Fountain Performance in the evenings, or take a stroll through the flowers. READ MORE

Roxborough Spring Fest

FREE
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Philadelphia
This annual springtime street festival features local musicians, more than 50 artisans, student art from Roxborough schools, and food trucks. Kids can enjoy face painting, balloon animals, axe-throwing, storytelling, and a pet photo booth. READ MORE

Dorney Park Opening Weekend

Friday, May 9, 2025
Allentown
Enjoy the return of your favorite rides, slides, shows, and more! Whatever your thrill level, there is plenty of fun for the whole family. READ MORE

Mother’s Day Treats in Ardmore

Saturday, May 10, 2025
Ardmore
Come out and make gifts moms will enjoy recieving and eating! Make an edible terrarium, Starburst flowers, and more. READ MORE

Mother's Day Weekend 2025 at the Museum

Saturday, May 10 to Sunday, May 11, 2025
Philadelphia
Celebrate inspiring, trailblazing women this Mother’s Day weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution, learning about the diverse women who played vital, often unsung roles on the home front and the battlefield during the Revolutionary War. On Mother's Day, Mom even gets a gift! READ MORE

Mother's Day Express at West Chester Rail Road

Sunday, May 11, 2025
West Chester
Mother's Day is a special day, and what better way to celebrate than by taking Mom for a 90-minute train ride through scenic Glen Mills? Families can picnic along the bank of the Chester Creek, and moms ride for a special low price. READ MORE

Mother’s Day Fishing at Linvilla Orchards

Sunday, May 11, 2025
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Fish at Linvilla Orchards with Mom on Mother's Day. Linvilla's famous Orchard Lake is stocked with over 1,000 trout, which means that all participants have a chance to catch that special fish. Best of all, mothers fish for free with paid child’s admission. READ MORE

The Philadelphia Fleadh (Irish Festival)

Sunday, May 10, 2025
Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Fleadh, now in its 11th year, is an annual Irish-American Festival with multiple stages featuring live Celtic rock, traditional Irish music and dance, The Feis at the Fleadh, shopping, vendors, food, spirits, kids' activities, and more.  READ MORE

Family Days at Barcade

Sunday, May 11, 2025
Philadelphia
Head to this retro adults only arcade on special family days throughout the year where kids can join in on the fun too! All children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. READ MORE

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Why give flowers when you can give beautiful handmade floral art. Inspired by Mary Elizabeth Price’s beautiful floral panels, families are invited to make colorful sun-catchers for that special caretaker in your life. Unplugged Family Days are made possible by the generous support of the Leff Family Foundation. READ MORE

PECO Family Jams at Magic Gardens

Sunday, May 10, 2025
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Philadelphia's Magic Gardens invites families to get creative together on the second Sunday of every month. Each month features a different theme and art project inspired by the iconic gardens, which are covered by magical mosaics and found objects. READ MORE

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Nicole O'Donnell
Nicole O'Donnell is a marketing and social media expert with over 20 years of media experience and a proud mom to twin girls. A fan of writing, yoga, and exploring Philly, Nicole loves sampling the city's best treats with her girls in tow.
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