Mother’s Day in Cedar Rapids 2026

Food, family and fun abound!

Treat the special lady in your life with a visit to Cedar Rapids and enjoy the day with a truly unforgettable meal or experience.

May 8 Events
May 9 Events
May 10 Events
Mother's Day Brunch Stops

May 2

Made for Her Marion Mother's Day, Marion American Legion

Get ready for a cozy, unique shopping experience at the Made for Her Marion Mother's Day Market, taking place May 2, 2026 from 10am to 3pm at the Marion American Legion. Discover a treasure trove of offers, including specialty foods, handcrafted and homemade goods and small business wares. Learn More

Spring Plant And Art Sale, Indian Creek Nature Center
The Friends of the Nature Center are ready to fill your yard and garden with a variety of beautiful wildflowers, hostas, vegetable starters, geraniums, perennials, prairie plants, and MORE at their annual Spring Plant and Art Sale. Learn More

May 8

Linn County Master Gardener Plant Sale, Lowe Park Arts and Environment Center
Find a wide selection of annuals, perennials, native plants, vegetables, houseplants, and more—all grown and selected with Iowa gardens in mind.
Have plant questions? Bring them! Master Gardeners will be on hand to share research based horticulture advice from Iowa State University and help you choose the right plants for your space. Learn More

Iowa Tulip Festival, Bloomsbury Farm
Experience fields of breathtaking, colorful tulips that are perfect for photos, family fun, and unforgettable memories. Snap perfect spring photos and meet adorable baby animals. The ultimate tulip experience! Learn More.

Vintage Market Days, Hawkeye Downs
Grab your besties & spend the weekend shopping, laughing, and creating lasting memories. Gorgeous vintage pieces + hand-crafted goods + architectural salvage + repurposed finds + local eats and treats = an event you won't soon forget! Tickets are available online or at the entrance. Learn More.

May 9

Mother's Day Pop-Up Market, NewBo City Market
Make Mom’s Day at NewBo City Market! Join us Saturday, May 9 for a special Mother’s Day Pop-Up Market full of fun gifts, sweet treats, and pampering experiences she'll love. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., explore a thoughtful collection of locally made products and support the amazing entrepreneurs behind them. It’s the perfect way to celebrate all the moms in your life! Learn More.

Mom's Day Out 2026, Stillwater Coffee
Join us for a special morning & treat yourself to delicious food, drinks, mimosas, drink specials and shopping from local vendors! Learn More.

Mother's Day Weekend at Bass Family Farms, Bass Farms
Pamper your mom this Mother's Day Weekend at Bass Family Farms!
Stop by and shop our beautiful selection of annual flowers, perennials and hanging baskets! Buy ANY hanging basket (full price) and get a bottle of wine OR two pints of ice cream added on for just $10! Learn More.

Linn County Master Gardener Plant Sale, Lowe Park Arts and Environment Center
Find a wide selection of annuals, perennials, native plants, vegetables, houseplants, and more—all grown and selected with Iowa gardens in mind.
Have plant questions? Bring them! Master Gardeners will be on hand to share research based horticulture advice from Iowa State University and help you choose the right plants for your space. Learn More.

Iowa Tulip Festival, Bloomsbury Farm
Experience fields of breathtaking, colorful tulips that are perfect for photos, family fun, and unforgettable memories. Snap perfect spring photos and meet adorable baby animals. The ultimate tulip experience! Learn More.

Vintage Market Days, Hawkeye Downs
Grab your besties & spend the weekend shopping, laughing, and creating lasting memories. Gorgeous vintage pieces + hand-crafted goods + architectural salvage + repurposed finds + local eats and treats = an event you won't soon forget! Tickets are available online or at the entrance. Learn More.

May 10

Mother's Day Weekend at Bass Family Farms, Bass Farms
Pamper your mom this Mother's Day Weekend at Bass Family Farms!
Stop by and shop our beautiful selection of annual flowers, perennials and hanging baskets! Buy ANY hanging basket (full price) and get a bottle of wine OR two pints of ice cream added on for just $10! Learn More.

Vintage Market Days, Hawkeye Downs
Grab your besties & spend the weekend shopping, laughing, and creating lasting memories. Gorgeous vintage pieces + hand-crafted goods + architectural salvage + repurposed finds + local eats and treats = an event you won't soon forget! Tickets are available online or at the entrance. Learn More.

Iowa Tulip Festival, Bloomsbury Farm
Experience fields of breathtaking, colorful tulips that are perfect for photos, family fun, and unforgettable memories. Snap perfect spring photos and meet adorable baby animals. The ultimate tulip experience! Learn More.

Mother's Day Brunch Stops

Mother's Day Brunch Stops

Mother's Day Buffet at 350First, DoubleTree Hotel
Celebrate Mother's Day at 350 First with great food, views, a complimentary photo booth, mini massages for mom and more on Sunday, May 10th.
Our Mother's Day Buffet will be available from 10am - 2pm both days and feature breakfast favorites along with a Made-to-Order Omelette Station, Carving Station, and Action Station! Reservations recommended. Learn More.

Mother's Day Brunch, Hotel at Kirkwood Center
Treat the incredible women in your life to our decadent Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. It will feature all of your brunch favorites, a kid’s table, and carving stations. For dessert, there will be an assortment of house made desserts and sweets! Limited availability, reservations are required. Learn More.

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet, Hotel Millwright
Celebrate Mom with a memorable Mother’s Day Brunch at Hotel Millwright. Join us for a thoughtfully prepared brunch experience in the beautiful Merino Loft—perfect for gathering, celebrating, and making memories.
Reservations Required. Learn More.

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