Celebrate Mother's Day in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Mother's Day Brunch at the Zoo
Mom has probably taken you to the Fort Wayne Zoo many times in your childhood. Why not take her, for a special event in her honor?
The Fort Wayne Zoo is open for the season, and there are many updates this year that you and Mom can enjoy, including Coastal Cove, which features sea lions and harbor seals.
Then, head over to the African Journey Parkview Physicians Pavilion for a delicious Mother's Day Brunch, featuring scrambled eggs, sausage, pastries, fresh fruit salad, and seasoned breakfast potatoes. They'll also offer coffee and orange juice!
Mother's Day Brunch at the Zoo
Sunday, May 11, 10 – 11:30am & 12:30 - 2pm
Tickets:
$30 for adults / $15 for kids
Normal Zoo admission will apply for non-members.
Mother's Day at the Botanical Conservatory
If your mom loves plants, she'll have plenty to see at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory downtown. On Mother's Day, the conservatory is offering free admission to moms (they define "mom" loosely to include aunts, grandmas — anyone who is a "mom" to you). Enjoy the various gardens in the conservatory, and Mom will even leave with a free plant (while supplies last). While you're there, be sure to step into the butterfly tent and enjoy the Live Butterfly Exhibit going on now!
Afterward, head to the Conservatory's Mother's Day Plant Sale at McMillen Park Friday, May 9 – Sunday, May 11.
Mother's Day Picnic and Wildflower Hike
Hike among the lovely forest flowers at Lindenwood Nature Preserve, then gather around the campfire with your picnic basket. After lunch, join a guided hike with the naturalist through a carpet of beautiful blooms.
May 11, 12 – 1pm
Lindenwood Nature Preserve
Mother's Day Cake & Sip Brunch
Presented by Couture Cakes, come to Parkview Field to be treated to a delicious brunch and cake decorating class! Best of all, you get to take your tasty masterpiece home and one "mom" will win a designer handbag. You don't want to miss out on this extra special event with the mother figure in your life.
May 11, 12 – 3pm
Parkview Field
Sweet Treats
Surprise mom with something truly delicious! Fort Wayne has a variety of sweet treats that will make a great gift. See what's baking at Sassie Cakes, Cookie Cottage, Nothing Bundt Cakes, or check out one of the stops on this Dessert Trail. Does mom love ice cream? Check out some of the best ice cream around the city!
Looking for a gift mom will never forget? Purchase an incredible Mother's Day Tower from DeBrand Fine Chocolates.
Shop Local for Gifts
Looking for jewelry, perfume, coffee mugs, or other accessories? Many boutiques around Fort Wayne have special gifts in stock just for Mother's Day. Check out mom-themed collections at Fancy & Staple, The Find, or any of these local boutiques.
Consider shopping from many local vendors for fresh flowers, produce, and more this Saturday at the farmers market! Shop the YLNI Outdoor Farmers Market at the corner of Wayne and Barr Streets, or the Ft. Wayne's Farmers Market at Electric Works. Both markets are open Saturday from 9am-1pm.
Enjoy an Outdoor Stroll
While you may be gifting mom a bouquet of flowers, she still may enjoy some fresh air and a walk amongst the outdoor flowers. Take a stroll through the spring tulips at Foster Park or the Lakeside Rose Gardens. Find more suggestions for places to view the spring flowers here. Of course, if the weather is nice, exploring Promenade Park in downtown Fort Wayne is a great option. You won't want to miss the views from the Tree Canopy Trail!
If you want to get even more active outdoors, consider a bike ride or a long walk on one of our trails. Fort Wayne is home to more than 140 miles of trails, so the location and scenery are up to you. Check out our bike trail itineraries.
