Mother’s Day Events in Portland
Celebrate Mother's Day with these local brunches, flower shows and special events.
Show your appreciation for all the important moms in your life at these Mother’s Day events in Portland, including mimosa-filled brunches, gorgeous flower shows and more. Scroll down to discover more upcoming local Mother’s Day events.
Annual Mother’s Day Events in Portland
Mother’s Day Cruise
Treat the mom in your life to a scenic Mother’s Day Cruise. Choose either a brunch cruise with beautiful views of downtown Portland or watch the sunset from the deck while enjoying a delicious dinner, and all cruises will have your mom feeling special.
Reigning Roses Walk
Walk with or in honor of a special woman in your life at the yearly Reigning Roses Walk. The walk is a Mother’s Day tradition that helps to raise funds to support thousands of women and children in need, organized by the Rose Haven Day Shelter.
Hippie Chick Half Marathon
Show your appreciation for your mom and celebrate how amazing all women are at the Hippie Chick Half Marathon. Run or walk along the scenic Willamette River in the picturesque Chamoeg State Park, half an hour south of Portland. Included in the event is a fun run for kids, a half marathon and a quarter marathon run/walk.
Kodomo no Hi, Children’s Day
Bring the whole family to Portland Japanese Garden for Kodomo no Hi, Children’s Day, the traditional Japanese celebration of the health and well-being of your little ones. Marking the celebrations are the koinobori, cloth carp streamers hung outside of homes and public buildings to bring good fortune to children. Family-friendly activities include taiko drumming, a scavenger hunt and crafts activities.
Treat her to Something Special
Spas, Soaks and Self-Care
Maybe the best way to treat your mother is to let her relax and find her moment of zen. If you want to help the mom in your life release stress and unwind, a spa treatment or a calming soak could be just the thing. Show your appreciation for all she has done this year by helping her find Ways to Practice Self-Care.
Mother’s Day Brunch
Portland’s love of brunch means there are many options to treat your mother to on this special day. Mother’s Bistro & Bar offers delicious comfort food like buttermilk biscuits and gravy or challah French toast. And the popular Screen Door has Southern favorites like cajun scrambles or fried chicken and sweet potato waffles. With so many Breakfast & Brunch options, you’re sure to find one to please Mom. Keep in mind that the city’s love of brunch means there may be a wait to get into popular spots.
More Mother's Day Events
Treat her to something special at these events.
Celebrating Mothers May Exhibit
Grey Raven Gallery celebrates mothers for May with a special exhibit featuring jewelry and watercolors. Enjoy a wide selection of jewelry and beautiful watercolor works, all created by local NW artists. The Gallery hosts a free First Friday reception from 5–9 p.m. on May 3.
Wine & Watercolor
Explore your creative side and enjoy some wonderful local wine while you paint. You are encouraged to make it unique. YOU are the artist. Paint a path of blossoming cherry trees for spring or a wreath of spring florals for Mother's Day. No experience is necessary. Artists of all levels are welcomed and encouraged. With…
Hippie Chick Half Marathon
The Hippie Chick half marathon, quarter marathon, 5k and kid's half-mile race return for Mother's Day weekend. This female-focused event is designed to celebrate how amazing women are. Grab your mom, sister, friend, or co-worker and register to run through Oregon's scenic countryside. The run is returning to the birthplace of this great event at Champoeg…
Mother's Day Market
Cookshop is teaming up with Potted in Portland and Marcher Studio to bring some favorite local vendors for a spring market, celebrating all the women in your life. Shop gifts for friends, family, or yourself. Join one of the maker workshops, or pick up a pre-ordered bouquet and delicious ready-to-eat items to purchase to fuel…
Mother's Day Market at The Erin Hanson Gallery
Find the perfect gift at The Erin Hanson Gallery's Mother’s Day Market. The Erin Hanson Gallery is collaborating with Oregon businesses for a special Mother's Day Market. These businesses include a florist, winery, chocolatier, and jeweler. Find all of the perfect gifts for the mothers in your life under one roof. Or, bring the mamas…
Mother's Day Rhododendron Show & Sale
The Crystal Springs Mother’s Day Rhododendron Show is a decades-long tradition that celebrates and awards excellence in rhododendron cultivation. Bring your trusses and sprays to display and compete for prizes.
Meagan Sky's Self-Love Soiree
Join a Mother's Day event centered around women, wellness and self-care. There will be vendors, live music, drinks, snacks, and more. Fill your cup + fuel your soul. Bring your mom and/or treat yourself to an evening where you truly feel taken care of. You can treat yourself and walk away feeling uplifted and inspired to follow…
Reigning Roses Walk
Rose Haven supporters and guests will unite to stride a beautiful route through NW Portland on Mother's Day at the annual Reigning Roses Walk. Walk with, or in honor of, a special woman in your life – a mother, grandmother, daughter, partner or friend. All proceeds benefit the women and children of Rose Haven. There…
Mother's Day Cruise
Sweep mom off her feet this Mother’s Day with a special brunch cruise. The whole family will enjoy a two-hour cruise on the Willamette River, a delicious Northwest brunch buffet, mimosas or sparkling cider, live piano music and beautiful river views. Make memories that Mom will treasure forever.
Portland Farmers Market at Shemanski Park
With its carts and vendors selling delicious meals under a lush green canopy of trees, this downtown farmer’s market at Shemanski Park is a popular lunch spot for good reason. Portland residents and visitors also use this shaded destination to buy locally grown groceries for dinner — or supplies for an alfresco picnic. (Wednesdays 10 a.m.–2 p.m.)
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