Start planning now to make this Mother’s Day the most memorable one yet! Mom deserves to be spoiled, and these events provide an array of opportunities to do just that.
Kentucky Derby–Inspired Brunch
May 2, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Prestonwood Country Club
Break out your fanciest hat and join local nonprofit Violet Love for its 10th annual derby-inspired brunch. Proceeds will directly benefit scholarships and educational support for women in North Carolina, Ghana, and Sierra Leone, with a focus on expanding access to higher education, vocational institutions, and critical resources that help women succeed. Individual tickets $125. Premium table option for 7 guests available.
Mother’s Day Market
May 3, 3-6 p.m.
The Mayton, Cary
Shop 20 curated vendors to find the perfect gift. Listen to the jazz stylings of electric piano in the Park Room and The Lounge Doctors on the Terrace, and pick up a specialty cocktail from the bar at Peck & Plume. Be sure to stop by the selfie wall and flower giveaway. Free to attend.
Videri Mother’s Day Market
May 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Videri Chocolate Factory, Raleigh
A monthly market with a Mother’s Day twist! Pick up flowers from Bottom of the Fox Flower Farm, jewelry from Hygge and Heartbreakers, a unique creation from Morso Leatherworks or Spearmaker Ceramics, candles from The Wanderlight Co., and more gifts she’s sure to adore.
Ma & Pa Festival
May 9, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh
Make it a family affair! This event honors mothers and fathers. Shop more than 140 vendors with a variety of goods, plus food trucks, lawn games, a DJ and live music, indoor cigar lounge, and DIY lipstick and body butter. Beer, wine, and bubbly will be available with a portion of proceeds supporting Raleigh City Farm.
Wye Hill Brunch
May 10, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing, Raleigh
Talk about a spread! Wye Hill is pulling out all the stops with a smoked salmon carving station, build-your-own mac and cheese and salad bars, savory frittatas, crispy waffles with maple syrup and spicy honey, herb-roasted chicken, fresh fruit and a full dessert display with bread pudding, scones, mousse cups, cookies, and pastries. Drinks include classic and build-your-own mimosas, spicy Bloody Marys, and spring cocktails. $55 for adults, $20 for children ages 4–12, free for toddlers 3 and under.
Fenton Mother’s Day
May 10, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fenton Square, Cary
Permanent jewelry from Zapped will be an enduring sign of your love for Mom. Enjoy live acoustic music by Sam Trebing and personalized poetry from The Poetry Fox, plus a fresh flower pop-up and sweet treats.
