There’s nothing to kick off May like the warm, loving vibes of Mother’s Day. A day, and weekend, to spend some time together, so some pampering, and spoil the mom and mother figures in your life!

We’re starting to see some amazing events, experiences, and gifts pop up all around Toronto that make the perfect plans this Mother’s Day.

We’ll keep updating this as we comes across new Mother’s Day date ideas, so check back often and start your planning now!

Dining Reservations for Mother’s Day Weekend

Mother’s Day Brunch at Chotto Matte

Celebrate Mother’s Day with an elevated Chotto Matte Nikkei brunch experience. Discover a new brunch menu featuring refined Japanese-Peruvian flavours, beautifully presented dishes, and a vibrant live DJ setting. From the ambiance to every detail on the plate, this immersive dining experience is thoughtfully designed to treat Mom to something truly exceptional.

Available Saturday & Sunday, May 9-10th from 11AM-4PM | Reservations available here

See the Brunch Menu < here and the Mother’s Day Brunch Set Menu < here!

Mother’s Day at estiatorio Milos Toronto

On this special day, your mother deserves only THE best. On Sunday, May 10th, share the table with your mom and loved ones at estiatorio Milos Toronto. Enjoy a beautiful à la carte lunch along with their exclusive Mother’s Day cocktail feature, Demeter’s Blush, a vibrant, refreshing toast to mothers everywhere. 

stiatorio Milos | Mother’s Day Spritz: Demeter’s Blush is a radiant spritz cocktail inspired by the beauty of spring and the mythology of renewal, $19 CAD.

“The inspiration for our Mother’s Day feature is rooted in the story of Demeter. While she is known as the Greek goddess of the harvest, she is, above all, the devoted mother of Persephone. We crafted this spritz, featuring bright pink botanicals and Greek sparkling rosé, to celebrate the springtime blooms that Demeter brought to the world out of love for her child. It’s a vibrant, refreshing toast to mothers everywhere.” 

– Dimitri Zafeiropoulos, Beverage Director.

Ingredients:

• Otto’s Athens Vermouth 1.0 oz
• Amalia Brut Rosé 2.0 oz
• Pink Grapefruit Mastiqua 2.5 oz
• Garnish: Fresh thyme sprig, lemon twist

Stir three times over ice in burgundy wine glass, gently to integrate, while preserving carbonation

Book Mother’s Day lunch here.

Mother’s Day Brunch inside the Fairmont Royal York

REIGN Restaurant will host a special Mother’s Day Brunch on May 9 and 10, welcoming families to gather around a thoughtfully curated menu in honour of the women who shape our most cherished moments. 

Mother’s Day Brunch at Joni Restaurant

Celebrate Mother’s Day with an indulgent brunch buffet at Joni Restaurant, enhanced by live entertainment.

Savour an abundant spread featuring a fresh seafood bar with lobster, freshly shucked oysters, and shrimp cocktail, alongside chef-attended carving stations, made-to-order waffles and pancakes, and a whimsical liquid nitrogen ice cream station with all the toppings.

A curated selection of artisanal cheeses and charcuterie, along with thoughtfully crafted desserts, completes the experience, creating a refined and memorable celebration for Mom.

You can also enhance the brunch with a sparkling accompaniment to the celebrations.

On Sunday May 10th from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | $130 per adult, $65 per child (under 12). Reserve here

Mother’s Day Dinner at Joni Restaurant

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a memorable evening at Joni, where Executive Chef & Sommelier Jonathan Williams presents an elevated

Consists of a five-course tasting menu inspired by the very best of Canadian cuisine. Enhance the occasion with an optional wine pairing, featuring a selection of Ontario and international wines, each chosen to beautifully complement every course.

On Sunday May 10th from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM | $95 per adult, +$65 wine pairing. Reserve here.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with PUNCH Brunch

This Mother’s Day, PUNCH invites guests to celebrate with a leisurely, three-course brunch designed for an afternoon of indulgence.

The experience begins with a welcome mimosa, followed by coffee service throughout, and unfolds through a selection of layered, expressive dishes.

The menu offers a choice of starters between Paneer En Croute, Shrimp Toastie, and a Chicken Samosa. For mains, there’s a choice of:

• Kerala Beef Pepper Fry
• Chicken Kheema
• Eggs Benedict (bacon, salmon or wild greens)
• Breakfast Kulcha
• Sunday Lamb Roast with roasted vegetables and yorkshire pudding*$20 add-on

Plus, a Dessert Buffet

$60 per person | Make reservations here

Don Alfonso 1890 Toronto

For the mom who has it all, Don Alfonso 1890 is offering a thoughtfully crafted Mother’s Day experience: an elevated Sunday brunch with rare daytime views of the city. Typically reserved for evening dining, this is a unique opportunity to experience the restaurant in daylight.

At $100 per person, the curated menu will feature Don Alfonso’s signature culinary innovations and cocktails, showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients with artful presentation and offering a refined yet approachable take on the traditional brunch. Paired with warm hospitality and breathtaking views, it’s an experience that feels both personal and extraordinary.

Reservations can be made here.

For the Mom With a Sensitive Soul | Cluny Bistro

This Mother’s Day, Executive Chef Taylor McMeekin presents a special menu inspired by his own mom, blending nostalgic flavours with refined French technique. Highlights include:

• Snow Crab Quiche – with goat cheese and fines herbes
  • “Quiche was always reserved for special occasions in our family, something my mom would make when we had guests or gathered together. While we didn’t have snow crab, classics like Lorraine and Florentine were always favourites. This dish is a nod to those moments.”
    
• Salade Lyonnaise – featuring smoked swordfish bacon and a soft-poached egg
  • “My mom was known for baking with sour cream—it completely changed how I thought about desserts. Her strawberry rhubarb pie, topped with streusel, was unforgettable. I still remember the excitement of picking rhubarb from our backyard patch. The panna cotta is an homage to those memories and to her.”
    

All moms will also receive a complimentary rose and beet chocolate bark to take home. Available on Saturday and Sunday. 

Harbour Sixty

Harbour Sixty’s Mother’s Day Brunch offers an elevated take on favourite brunch classics. Available on Sunday May 10, their exclusive three‑course prix fixe brings a refined touch to the occasion. Priced at $85, the menu features elegant entrées including Quiche Lorraine and Classic Eggs Benedict, followed by indulgent desserts such as their bergamot and blood orange olive oil cake. 

Guests can further enhance the experience with premium add‑ons, including shrimp cocktail and Valley Pearl oysters, paired with mimosas and bellinis that add a celebratory sparkle. A thoughtful, sophisticated way to honour Mother’s Day and create a memorable celebration for the whole family.

Reservations can be made HERE.

CIBO King West

For a more relaxed yet equally inviting option, Cibo King West will be open exclusively on Mother’s Day Sunday for a lively one-day Mother’s Day brunch featuring an à la carte menu and bottomless mimosas. Guests can enjoy classic brunch favourites alongside a selection of special off-menu features created just for the occasion.

Reservations can be made here.

For the Mom Who Loves a Quiet Brunch (and Pink!) at Deauville Club

This chic, pink-hued restaurant is the perfect choice for an intimate Mother’s Day celebration. Tucked inside the Revery Hotel (second floor), this hidden gem offers a $49 curated French-inspired brunch menu with fresh seasonal salads, elevated classics like truffle eggs benedict and carved ribeye baguette, and indulgent desserts.

Mom can also enjoy bottomless mimosas for $30, along with the stylish, serene setting designed for meaningful family moments.

Reservations here.

For the Mom Who Has FOMO at The Carbon Bar

A one-day-only Mother’s Day brunch packed with bold BBQ flavours and signature flair (seriously, The Carbon Bar has never offered brunch before, so this is the day!). 

On Sunday, May 10 (11am–3pm), The Carbon Bar will serve an exclusive, limited-time brunch menu created just for the occasion. Think smoked brisket bennys, hot honey chicken and waffles, fresh oysters, buttermilk pancakes, Caesars, and the fan-favourite Brunch Tower. It’s a vibrant, high-energy way to celebrate Mom who doesn’t want to miss out. Available for one day only.

Reservations here.

For the Mom Who Loves a Mimomsa | El Catrin

Take Mom on a mini escape to Mexico with a vibrant brunch and bottomless mimosas at El Catrin. Celebrate M-O-M with a $58 prix-fixe brunch featuring shareable starters like pan dulce, seasonal fruit, and guacamole, followed by standout dishes including chilaquiles verdes, enmoladas de pollo, breakfast birria, and more.

Add bottomless mimosas for $23.50 per person, featuring rotating agua fresca flavours like mango passionfruit, hibiscus strawberry, and soursop.

Available on Saturday and Sunday.

Reservations here. 

For the Mom Who Loves Live Music | The Berczy Tavern

Pair Mother’s Day brunch with live music at this lively piano bar experience (10:00 AM–3:00 PM). Located in Old Town, The Berczy Tavern blends Mediterranean-inspired cuisine by Executive Chef Michael Angeloni with a relaxed yet elevated atmosphere.

Treat Mom to a $59 three-course prix fixe featuring house-made pastries to start, your choice of brunch main, and a sweet finish with dessert. Elevate the celebration with $10 brunch cocktails, including mimosas, double Caesars, and espresso martinis.

As she dines, enjoy live piano performances spanning everything from Billy Joel and Elton John to Taylor Swift and Gnarls Barkley – with requests encouraged and singalongs likely.

Minami Toronto

This Mother’s Day, Minami Toronto is offering a vibrant and artful Mother’s Day Temari Sushi Box, available for takeout only on May 9 and 10 from 12 PM to 9 PM. Designed as a celebration of colour, flavour, and craftsmanship, each box features delicate, bite-sized temari sushi, each one a miniature work of art created with fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients by Sous Chef Trong Dang.

Priced at $35, the offering includes: Oshi Bites, Temari Sushi, and Sashimi (assorted, 4 pcs).

This thoughtfully curated takeout experience offers a refined and convenient way to celebrate Mother’s Day at home, combining Minami’s signature precision with a playful and visually striking presentation.

Lyla

Lyla invites guests to celebrate Mother’s Day Brunch with a prix-fixe brunch experience on Sunday, May 10. Priced at $75 per person, the offering presents a thoughtfully curated menu designed to highlight seasonal flavours in a relaxed yet elevated setting.

Located in Toronto’s vibrant Queen West neighbourhood, Lyla is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant that blends refined dining with a lively, social atmosphere. Drawing inspiration from coastal regions across Italy, Greece, and France, the restaurant offers a chef-driven menu centred around fresh seafood, handmade pastas, and premium ingredients, all executed with modern technique and a subtle contemporary edge.

The space itself balances elegance and energy, offering a polished, design-forward environment that transitions seamlessly from relaxed daytime dining to a more vibrant evening setting. With its emphasis on shareable plates, seasonal ingredients, and an inviting ambiance, Lyla provides an ideal backdrop for gathering and celebrating.

Reservations can be made HERE.

Casa Madera

For Mother’s Day, Casa Madera offers high-energy brunch experience, complete with live DJs and an elevated, social atmosphere.

Menu highlights include Shakshuka with spiced tomato ($36), lamb sausage, and feta, and a tropical Pain au Lait ($35) with mango, coconut custard, and soft meringue.

The experience is anchored by a Martini Tower offering, featuring espresso, matcha, and Earl Grey & lavender variations, designed for sharing and adding a playful, occasion-led element to the table.

Reserve Here

Ficoa

Ficoa presents a vibrant and immersive Mother’s Day Prix-Fixe Menu, offering a 5-course brunch experience that honours mothers and maternal figures through bold, expressive flavours.

Available May 9 (10 AM–2 PM) and May 10 (10 AM–4 PM), the experience is priced at $70 per guest and is designed as a full-table participation menu.

The menu includes standout dishes such as a Snack Box with short rib empanada and coxinha, seasonal ceviche with strawberry leche de tigre, grilled shrimp with xo salsa macha, and a braised short rib main (Pampero) topped with a fried egg. The experience concludes with a pumpkin Basque cheesecake with açaí-blueberry compote and guava.

The menu:

• Primero – Snack Box (short rib empanada, maduro de queso, coxinha)
• Segundo –  Seasonal Ceviche (Seabass, strawberry leche de tigre, cancha, sweet potato puree)
• Tercero –  Camarón (grilled shrimp, xo salsa macha, chives)
• Cuarto – Pampero (braised short rib, heirloom potatoes, chimichurri, a fried egg.)
• Quinto – Quibebe (pumpkin basque cheesecake, acai+blueberry compote, guava ate)

Reservations can be made HERE.

1 Hotel Toronto’s 1 Kitchen

The experience leans more grounded and seasonal: a farm-to-table brunch set in a light-filled, nature-inspired space. Mother’s Day features include dishes like Smoked Salmon & Avocado Hash ($28) with poached eggs, herbs, and cilantro lime aioli, alongside a fresh Berry Tartine ($21) with whipped ricotta, citrus, and mint.

The offering is complemented by bottomless mimosas (+$30), making it an easy, relaxed way to spend the day. Mimosas can be done with the non-alcoholic bubbly for $25 per person

Reserve Here

Luxe High Tea Experiences for Mother’s Day

Casa Loma 

On Mother’s Day weekend, guests are invited to step into the elegance of the Edwardian era with afternoon tea at Casa Loma, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. This elevated experience features premium teas, freshly baked scones, delicate tea sandwiches, and gourmet pastries, offering a beautiful and memorable way to celebrate Mom in a truly unique setting.

The experience is $85 per person, and reservations can be made via OpenTable.

Guerlain Spa

For those looking to pair relaxation with indulgence, Guerlain Spa at Hotel X Toronto is offering a refined high tea experience designed to complement a spa day. Served in the spa’s tranquil setting, the menu features handcrafted bites including truffle egg brioche, raspberry tarts, and signature Parisian macarons, creating an elevated and relaxing way to celebrate Mother’s Day.

To book an appointment with the high tea experience, call the spa at (647) 475-9288.

CLOCKWORK Champagne & Cocktails

For a leisurely afternoon, CLOCKWORK Champagne & Cocktails will offer a seasonal Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea experience from May 8-10, complete with a curated tea collection, spring-inspired savouries and sweets, and live melodies, all set against the backdrop of the hotel’s stunning floral installation.

Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at Writers Room Bar

Celebrate Mother’s Day with an elegant Afternoon Tea at Writers Room Bar, where refined indulgence meets a vibrant, stylish setting.

Savour a beautifully presented selection of delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with house-made preserves, and an array of exquisite pastries crafted by our pastry team. Each bite reflects a
balance of classic tradition and seasonal inspiration.

Paired with a curated selection of premium teas, this elevated experience offers a memorable and sophistic

On Saturday May 9th & Sunday May 10th from 12:00pm- 4:00pm | $95 per person. Reserve here.

Events, Markets & Activities

Stone Eagle Winery

For those looking to take Mother’s Day beyond the city, The Nest at Stone Eagle Winery offers a refined vineyard escape. 

This years’ experience is thoughtfully layered. Alongside the restaurant’s signature menu, a selection of Mother’s Day features will highlight seasonal ingredients under the direction of Dennis Peckham (formerly of The French Laundry).

Standout dishes include Nova Scotia Lobster Benedict with yuzu kosho hollandaise, Sourdough French Toast with Niagara honey and macerated berries, and beer-cured salmon with crème fraîche and dill.

For the first time, the winery will also introduce a dedicated Mother’s Day brunch in the Pluma Room for families with children under 12, designed to welcome younger guests while preserving the elevated experience of the main dining room.

• The Nest at Stone Eagle [Reserve Here]
• The Pluma Room Family Experience [Reserve Here] 

Mother’s Day Food Tour by Tasty Tours Toronto

Treat mom to lunch and adventure in Toronto’s culinary hotspot, Kensington Market. Discover an incredible mix of flavors from a variety of must-visit food destinations while enjoying a guided tour of the eclectic neighbourhood’s unique history. Enjoy skip the line access at all hand-selected food locations.

Saturday, May 9 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 10 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | $89 per person, free for kids under seven

Mother’s Day Chocolate Express by Tasty Tours Toronto

Make Mother’s Day extra special with this one-of-a-kind tasting experience that takes place in a charming vintage train car. The Toronto Railway Museum’s historic ambiance transports guests into the fascinating world of artisanal Canadian craft chocolate. A chocolate expert guides guests through the captivating stories and flavours of chocolate, creating an interactive experience from start to finish.

Plus, everyone takes home a kit filled with tasting tools and extra chocolate.

Saturday, May 9 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, May 10 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. | $55 per person

Spring Market Sip ‘N’ Shop at Kimpton Saint George

Say hello to warmer days at the Kimpton Saint George’s (280 Bloor St W) annual Spring Market Sip ‘n’ Shop on Sunday, May 2 (11 am – 4 pm), where guests can discover twelve of Toronto’s favourite luxe, local shops. It’s the perfect one-stop market for moms and special women in your life!

Enjoy sips from Paradise Grapevine and DAVIDsTEA as you browse, live music by Jesse Maxwell, and support locally-owned Canadian businesses! All are welcome to come sip, shop, and celebrate all things local this spring. 

Plus, the Spring Market Sip ‘n’ Shop is proudly supporting Red Door Family Shelter. Guests are encouraged to bring a donation item from their current needs list, which includes non-perishable food items, feminine hygiene products, and more. 

Vendors include BeesButter Canada, Chasma Skin, Olivia’s Garden, SCNT Perfume Oils, Jaded, Hailed Coffee, Klas, House of Ours, Life on Paper and more!

Reserve a spot.

Mother’s Day Luxury Paint & Sip at One King West

Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day experience in Toronto? Whether you’re searching for a meaningful Mother’s Day gift, a luxury paint and sip class, or a truly unforgettable art experience for moms and daughters — this is the one.

Step into the iconic Chairman’s Suite at One King West (1 King Street West) for an elevated Mother’s Day celebration designed to feel truly special. This is not your typical paint night — it is a curated luxury experience in one of Toronto’s most distinguished private spaces.

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed with a glass of prosecco before settling into an intimate, beautifully styled setting inside the Chairman’s Boardroom. Throughout the afternoon, enjoy chef-selected canapés while taking part in a fully guided painting session led by the artists of You & I Paint®.

This limited-seating experience is designed for those who want to celebrate Mother’s Day in a meaningful, elegant and unforgettable way. Whether you are honouring your mother, celebrating with your daughters, or gathering the women who inspire you most — this is Mother’s Day, elevated.

Find tickets here!

Mom-umental Mother’s Day Market

Spoil the moms, mother figures, and mentors in your life with one-of-a-kind gifts at this cute mom-centred market at The Parkdale Hall this Mother’s Day (Sunday May 10th) from 11am-4pm.

It’s free to attend!

Meant For Mom – Mother’s Day Pottery Workshop

Make this Mother’s Day special with a hands-on pottery experience at Clay Space Toronto (1324 Gerrard Street East)! This two-hour workshop offers participants the perfect opportunity to celebrate while creating meaningful, handmade keepsakes.

During the workshop, you’ll learn essential ceramic techniques including: hands-building methods to create personalized clay projects and an introduction to wheel throwing for a true pottery studio experience.

This workshop is ideal for mothers and children, pairs of friends, or anyone looking to celebrate the special women in their lives through the art of pottery.

Take home your handcrafted ceramic piece as a lasting memory of your Mother’s Day celebration. All materials and tools are provided, so just bring your creativity and prepare for a fun, hands-on experience!

Time options from 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm.

Wellness for Mother’s Day: Gifts & Experiences

A Mother’s Day Gift of Time & Stillness at AIRE

As Toronto emerges from winter, the new AIRE Ancient Baths (510A Front Street West in Portland Commons) introduces its first seasonal ritual. Set within a remarkably restored Edwardian building, AIRE offers a quiet, immersive counterpoint to the pace of daily life. 

The Hydrating Honey Ritual is a limited-time treatment designed to address the effects of winter. This nourishing experience features AIRE’s iconic thermal baths, a 30-minute body massage with jojoba oil, and a honey hair mask. Extend the experience with a 15-minute hydration boost that includes a body massage performed with a honey-infused balm, as well as a face massage and cooling globes.

Nourish & Glow | Prepare your skin with the hydrating and soothing power of Jojoba massage oil. Rich in nutrients, it balances and restores, leaving your skin soft, radiant, and renewed.

Golden Touch | Honey is rich in antioxidants and natural nutrients, known for its nourishing, hydrating, and strengthening properties. Reimagined in a hair mask, it hydrates and strengthens, leaving your hair soft, healthy, and radiant.

This is the perfect moment of indulgence for mom to enjoy alone or as a shared experience. The Hydrating Honey Ritual is available this spring starting at  $275/person.

For those choosing to gift an experience, AIRE is offering a special Mother’s Day gift box, finished with a ribbon, a personalized note, and the added benefit of a hydrating honey sheet face mask. 

Tea & Tranquility at Stillwater Spa

Celebrate Mother’s Day with an experience that feels as thoughtful as it is indulgent. Tea & Tranquility invites you to unwind with your treatment of choice, followed by a beautifully curated Afternoon Tea and a complimentary glass of rosé.

The experience includes a spa treatment of your choice, a complimentary glass of rosé, and an Afternoon Tea at Writers Room (served at Stillwater Spa on Saturday May 9 and Sunday, May 10).

Available Thursday – Sunday from May 3 – May 23, 2026 | Starting at $65. View treatments.

For the Mom Who Wants to Skip the Fancy (But Keep It Special)

TAZO x Craig’s Cookies – A playful, high-tea-inspired experience at home, without the luxury price tag. From April 27 to May 10, Craig’s Cookies locations across Canada will feature two limited-edition creations:

• TAZO London Fog Cookie – Earl Grey–spiced with creamy Earl Grey buttercream
• Bread & Butter Cookie – a jammy, sourdough-infused treat with raspberry frosting

Guests will also receive $2 off any TAZO tea purchase with every cookie. Pair the cookies with TAZO’s easy-to-use tea concentrates for café-quality lattes at home – hot or iced in seconds.

Keep your eye out for all the best date ideas going into the summer months here!