With Mother’s Day fast approaching, now is the ideal time to think about all the wonderful ways you can pamper your mom this year. Want to make her day as memorable as she is? We’ve curated our favorite things to do for Mother’s Day in Chicago this May, from decadent brunches to indulgent spa days.
Enjoy a spa day with your mom
In honor of Mother’s Day, SpaDerma, a female-founded medspa in Chicagoland, is hosting a limited-time DIY Facial Bar on Wednesday, May 6, at 6 p.m. at its Wicker Park location.
This popular pop-up experience, led by expert aesthetician Ashley Powers, includes a personalized step-by-step facial using professional-grade skincare, along with product knowledge and techniques to enhance at-home routines.
Guests will enjoy complimentary bubbles and light bites, warm towels, LED therapy, exclusive discounts, and a take-home gift. Additionally, there will be a “Build Your Own Bouquet” station for creating a custom floral arrangement.
Grab brunch at a beloved pizzeria
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Robert’s Pizza & Dough Co. on Sunday, May 10th, from 11 AM to 2 PM! All moms will receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco.
Enjoy our brunch menu and the following specials:
Bacon, Egg, & Asparagus Pizza – $26
Wild Mushroom Omelet – $23 (with Gruyere cheese, house-smashed potatoes, and a petit salad)
Eggs Benedict – $18 (poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and hollandaise on a pizza dough muffin)
Smoked Salmon Plate – $26 (with crème fraîche and housemade baguette)
Spring Salad – $16 (with fresh greens, kiwi, and candied pecans)
Blossom Spritz – $16.50 (with orange blossom gin and Aperol)
Or trade Mother’s Day brunch for a boat ride
Spend a day out on the water with mom!
The Chicago Boat Company offers a charming fleet of eco-friendly boats for every outing, including Luxury Duffy Boats for serene cruises, colorful Retro Boats for nostalgic fun, Pontoons for a social vibe, and lively Cycleboats.
The experience offers personalized fun with Bluetooth speakers and a BYOB setup, allowing guests to navigate past iconic landmarks like the Wrigley Building and Tribune Tower.
Whisk her away to this Tuscan-inspired town in Wisconsin
If a sun-soaked getaway in Tuscany isn’t possible for Mother’s Day, consider a weekend trip outside the city. Villa Bellezza Winery in Wisconsin offers the charm of Tuscany without the jet lag.
Experience some unforgettable performances in Chicago’s most exquisite venues. For a Mother’s Day outing that feels a little extra special, the Candlelight series presents classical and contemporary musicians performing in atmospheric, candlelit venues across Chicago; events take place at various locations throughout the city.