Mother’s Day Events in Ballantyne & Charlotte
That second Sunday in May is coming up! Whether you’re planning to spend time with mom this Mother’s Day, pamper her, or both, Charlotte offers a variety of ways to celebrate the mothers in your life on this special day.
Brunch at the Ballantyne Resort
Served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mother’s Day Brunch features a variety of entrées from Chef J. Kelly Morrow and his fabulous team. With a focus on local ingredients, the Ballantyne Resort offers seasonal dishes as well as seafood, salads, and dessert. Plus enjoy live entertainment while you eat! Recognized for elegance, dining at the Ballantyne Resort is the perfect way to make mom feel special on Sunday.
10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
Charlotte, North Carolina 28277
Reservations are required: 704-248-4100
The Spa at Ballantyne
This deluxe spa offers a variety of massages, facials, and body treatments to relax and refresh any mother. Hair services, manicures, and pedicures are also offered. Pamper mom this Mother’s Day with a nature-inspired spa treatment that uses traditional techniques along with essential oils, herbs, and organic detoxes. Services are designed to soothe the body and mind in a peaceful environment.
10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
Charlotte, North Carolina 28277
Appointments are required: 704-248-4141
A Walk in the Garden
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is set on nearly four hundred acres that include lush and colorful gardens, fountains, and a greenhouse for tropical plants. Reserve your picnic basket in advance (704-333-9779), or enjoy food from Roots Farm Food Truck and Ladybug Farms Bakery. Finish the meal with Junior Scoop Italian ice. Enjoy free yoga in the White Garden, live music, carriage rides, crafts, and more! Make this the perfect family day with mom from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
6500 South New Hope Road
Belmont, North Carolina 28012
704-825-4490
Hands-On Cooking Class
For a twist on Mother’s Day Brunch, try this hands-on cooking class with Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen! From 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Atherton Farmer’s Market, Chef Alyssa sets up groups of four to work together to create this gluten-free meal. Menu includes smoked chicken and vegetable hash with a poached egg, coconut granola with fresh berries, and orange ricotta pancakes with sorghum syrup. Chef Alyssa demonstrates cooking techniques, walks around to answer questions, and provides one-on-one instruction. Afterwards, everyone sits to enjoy the meal they just created.
2104 South Blvd
Inside Atherton Market
Charlotte, North Carolina 28203
704-817-7568
Wing Haven Gardens and Bird Sanctuary
Created to be a bird habitat in 1927, Wing Haven Gardens and Bird Sanctuary rests on just under three acres in Charlotte. The garden provides shelter, nesting sites, food, and water for wildlife. On Sunday from 1-5 p.m., enjoy a guided tour of the garden with sightings of birds and wildlife. Purchase tickets through May 8th; tickets are good for Saturday and Sunday Mother’s Day weekend.
248 Ridgewood Avenue
Charlotte, North Carolina 28209
704-331-0664
Show mom how much she means to you this Mother’s Day by spending a wonderful day out in Charlotte. Mothers work hard all year so this is a day to shower them with love, appreciation, and enjoyable time together. Check out some of these fun things to do for Mother’s Day!
