20+ Things to Do on Mother’s Day in Atlanta 2018
We rounded up the best things to do with mom on Mother’s Day, some area attractions even let moms in for free! You can show mom all of the love and appreciation she deserves by taking her to one of these fun events or on a special meal out.
Moms Get in Free on Mother’s Day at These Local Attractions:
Zoo Atlanta
Visit on Mother’s Day and moms get in free with the purchase of one full price admission (adult or child). 800 Cherokee Ave., Atlanta. 404-624-9453. Adults, $25.99; ages 3-12, $17.99; ages 2 and younger, free.
College Football Hall of Fame
During the Moms and Mimosas event, bring the family to play while mom gets in free then gets a complimentary massage, manicure and mimosa. Don’t miss your chance to enter all-day raffles to win jewelry and gift cards from Kendra Scott.
Chattahoochee Nature Center
Moms get in free on Mother’s Day. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055. Adults, $10; ages 3-12, $6; moms and ages 2 and younger, free.
Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Enjoy Mother’s Day storytime, a photo booth, music and movement, build a ring organizer and decorate a picture frame. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437. $14.95; younger than 1, free. Moms get in free Sunday, May 14 only.
Events:
Pops in the Park at East Cobb Park
Enjoy a Mother’s Day concert with mom from Symphony on the Square. 3322 Roswell Rd., Marietta. 770-874-8525. Free.
Gardens for Connoisseurs Tour at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Take mom to view ten spectacular private gardens. Tickets valid both days of the tour. 1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. 404-876-5859. Adults, $28 early birds; $35 at the door; ages 11 and younger, free.
Dunwoody Art Festival
Live music, artists, children’s area, arts and crafts, rides, games and more. 1449 Dunwoody Village Pkwy., Atlanta. 678-427-6450. Admission, free.
Barefoot in the Park Festival
Artist market, a learning village, live entertainment and food at Buford Town Park. 2200 Buford Dr., Buford. 678-677-0172. Admission, free.
Sweet Auburn Springfest
Live entertainment, children’s area, international food court and more in Sweet Auburn Neighborhood Atlanta. 230 John Wesley Dobbs Ave., Atlanta. 404-594-3939. Admission, free.
Cherokee County Indian Festival and Mother’s Day Pow Wow
Indian village and displays, traditional dance competition and drumming at Boling Park. Native Americans from around the country gather for this event. 1098 Marietta Hwy., Canton. 770-735-6275. Adults, $15; ages 6-12, $5; ages 5 and younger, free.
Mother’s Day Brunches in Metro Atlanta:
Expensive:
Horseradish Grill
Enjoy fine dining in a rustic, yet sophisticated atmosphere with a special menu of soup or salad, choice of entrée, and dessert. 4320 Powers Ferry Rd., Atlanta. 404-255-7277. Adults, $49.99; 10 and younger, $29.99.
Ray’s on the River
Buffet includes salad, peel and eat shrimp, breakfast items, various meats, made-to-order omelet station and more. 6700 Powers Ferry Rd. NW, Atlanta. 770-955-1187. Adults, $45.95; ages 5-10, $22.95. raysrestaurants.com/raysontheriver
Villa Cristina
Gourmet brunch for moms and their families. Reservations recommended. 4000 Summit Blvd., Atlanta. 404-303-0133. Adults, $58; ages 6-12, $25; ages 5 and younger, free.
Mid-range:
Local Three
Includes a walk through the kitchen brunch buffet with photographer on hand to help commemorate the special day. 3290 Northside Pkwy., Ste. 120, Atlanta. 404-968-2700. Adults, $39.93; children, $19.96.
Park Tavern
Dine on eggs Benedict, cheese grits, green beans, sweet potato souffle, assorted muffins and more at this deluxe buffet in the park. 500 10th St., Atlanta. 404-249-0001. Pre-register. Adults, $34.95; children, $14.95; ages 6 and younger, free.
Swan Coach House
Dine in a converted carriage house while enjoying a special mom’s day menu. 3131 Slaton Dr., Atlanta. 404-261-0636, Ext. 1. Adults, $39; ages 12 and younger, $19. Prices include entrée and dessert.
Cheaper:
Seasons 52
Features pasture-raised egg brunch entrees and refreshing cocktails. 3050 Peachtree Rd., NW, Atlanta. 404-846-1552 and 90 Perimeter Center West, Dunwoody. 770-671-0052. $8-$16.
Wahoo! Grill
Special buffet features hot and cold cuisine, including carved meats, shrimp and grits, French toast, eggs, salads and more. 1042 W. College Ave., Decatur. 404-373-3331. Adults, $26; ages 4-12, $12; ages 3 and younger, free.
