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👉 She didn’t guess—she knew.
👋 Hey there {{First Name}}!
🌸 Hey, Mother’s Day (and the weekend) is coming up fast—got plans yet?
If not, no worries—I’ve rounded up some seriously fun ways to celebrate. Whether Mom’s all about bottomless brunch, hands-on workshops, a cozy tea party, or just being spoiled with good food (same), there’s something happening around town she’ll actually love.
Plus, if you’re just looking for a cool event or two to hit up for yourself, I’ve sprinkled in a few non–Mother’s Day recs too. 😉
Here’s what’s going down:
🎶 Live music, waterfront views, & a free rose for Mom? Say less.
😎 Rules? Oh honey, I’m the cool mom.
Mother’s Day at The Bay is happening Sunday, May 11th with a free outdoor concert by local band Future Urban Zoo—and it sounds like the perfect low-key way to celebrate.
📅 When? Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 4:30–5:30 PM
📍 Where? The Oval at The Bay, 1055 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota
✨ The first 100 moms get a free rose and entry into a gift card drawing! Bring a blanket or lawn chair, soak up the waterfront vibes, and enjoy live music while grabbing eats from The Nest Café or a sweet treat from Rita’s Italian Ice.
It’s free, chill, and family-friendly—a solid way to wind down Mother’s Day with music, snacks, and a view.
🌹 Because Mom deserves fresh air, live tunes, and maybe a little Italian ice on her day.
🐉 A Mother’s Day weekend adventure? Yes, please
🐉 Who needs a beach when you’ve got dragons on the water?
If Mom’s the outdoorsy, adventurous type (or just loves a good show), take her to the Sarasota International Dragon Boat Festival at Nathan Benderson Park on Saturday, May 10th.
📅 When? Saturday, May 10, 2025
📍 Where? Nathan Benderson Park
Picture it: giant dragon boats racing across the water, teams paddling in perfect sync, tons of energy, and cultural performances happening alongside the action. It’s lively, exciting, and way cooler than sitting inside.
Bring a lawn chair, grab some eats from the food vendors, and kick back by the water. It’s super family-friendly, so you can make it a whole-family pre–Mother’s Day outing.
🔗 Sarasota International Dragon Boat Festival
✨ Because Mom deserves a weekend that’s anything but boring.
👗 Fashion show + free pampering + shopping = Mother’s Day goals
👠 It’s called Petals & Poses, and it’s really, really, ridiculously good-looking.
Petals & Poses Mother’s Day Fashion Show is happening Saturday, May 10th from 12–3 PM at Waterside Place, Lakewood Ranch—and it’s giving total treat-yourself vibes.
📅 When? Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 12:00–3:00 PM
📍 Where? Waterside Place, 1560 Lakefront Dr., Lakewood Ranch
✨ Expect:
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A runway fashion show at 2 PM featuring local boutiques
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A Mother’s Day Gift Market with unique artisan finds
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Free pampering mini-treatments (like a braid bar, mini HydraFacial lip treatments, and a photo booth)
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A Little Sprouts kids’ zone to keep the kiddos entertained while you shop and relax
💐 Bonus: The first guests get free gift bags + flower bouquets (so maybe don’t show up late 😉).
Best part? Admission is totally FREE.
🔗 Petals & Poses Mother’s Day Fashion Show
✨ Sounds like the perfect way to mix shopping, pampering, and fun for the whole fam.
🎨 Brunch + art + live music = a seriously classy Mother’s Day
Sarasota Art Museum is hosting a special Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 11th from 11 AM to 1 PM—and it’s the perfect pick if Mom’s a fan of culture and carbs.
📅 When? Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Where? Sarasota Art Museum, 1 4th St N, Sarasota
You’ll get museum admission, a catered brunch buffet by Constellation Culinary Group (salads, pastries, hot entrées), and—yes—every mom gets a complimentary mimosa. All while enjoying live music by the Samantha Jane Trio.
✨ Basically: food, drinks, art, music, no cooking or cleaning—sounds like Mom’s dream day.
🔗 Mother’s Day Brunch at Sarasota Art Museum
Brunch at a museum? Kinda chic. Kinda genius. Definitely delicious.
🌸 Still figuring out Mother’s Day plans? I’ve got an idea
🦸♀️ Not all heroes wear capes—some wear brunch napkins.
GROVE is hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet on Sunday, May 11th from 10 AM to 3 PM, and honestly? It sounds so good.
📅 When? Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Where? GROVE
They’re putting together a big buffet spread—think fresh fruit, classic breakfast faves, and chef-crafted dishes that’ll make Mom feel extra special (and full in the best way). Perfect mix of fancy-but-not-stuffy, if you know what I mean.
If you wanna skip the stress of cooking and cleaning, this is the move. Definitely recommend snagging a reservation soon—this one books up fast.
✨ Cheers to celebrating Mom the tasty way!
🥂 Looking for a Mother’s Day brunch that’s a little extra?
☕ It’s brunch you can live your Lorelai dreams to.
The Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa is pulling out all the stops with their Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet on May 11th from 11 AM to 3 PM.
📅 When? Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Where? Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa, 600 US Highway 41
Expect a huge spread of brunch favorites, fresh fruit, chef specialties, and plenty of bubbles to go around. Basically, Mom gets spoiled, you get to skip cooking and cleaning, and everyone leaves happy (and full).
If you’re still searching for a way to make her feel special, this is an easy win. Just don’t wait too long—tables fill up fast!
✨ Cheers to celebrating Mom the delicious way!
🌟 A Mother’s Day weekend festival… with lightsabers? We’re in
We known…mom
The Kiwanis Family Festival (Star Wars Night) is happening Saturday, May 10th from 5–9 PM at LECOM Park, and it’s a super fun pick if you’re looking for a family-friendly Mother’s Day weekend outing.
📅 When? Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Where? LECOM Park, 1611 9th St W, Bradenton
Expect bounce houses, face painting, balloon artists, raffles, fireworks, and a chance for kids (ages 2–10) to win a bike. Oh—and it’s Star Wars–themed, so feel free to break out the Jedi robes or Baby Yoda ears.
✨ Tickets are required, so grab yours ahead of time if you’re planning to go.
🔗 Kiwanis Family Festival at LECOM Park
A fun way to spend Saturday night with the fam—and maybe sneak in a lightsaber duel before fireworks.
🚀 Got a mom who’s a little geeky (or maybe you just need an epic weekend plan)?
🖖 It’s gonna be… one MILLION nerds.
SWFL SpaceCon is touching down at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center on Saturday, May 10th—and it’s gonna be a blast (literally).
📅 When? Saturday, May 10, 2025
📍 Where? Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center
Expect panels, vendors, cosplay contests, and all the sci-fi, fantasy, comic goodness in one place. Whether you’re showing off your latest cosplay, hunting for rare merch, or just wanna nerd out together, it’s a perfect Mother’s Day weekend outing for any fandom-loving fam.
✨ Bonus points if you AND Mom show up in costume—because cool moms cosplay.
🛸 Beam us up, Mom. We’re making memories.
🍵 A tea party that’s as fun for the kids as it is for Mom? Love that
☕ A tea party worthy of Wonderland!
We Rock the Spectrum in Bradenton is hosting a Mother’s Day Tea Party on May 11th from 11 AM to 1 PM, and it sounds like such a sweet way to celebrate.
📅 When? Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Where? We Rock the Spectrum, Bradenton
They’ll have iced tea, sweet treats, and open play time for moms and kids. Translation: you get to relax and sip something yummy while the little ones burn off energy in a fun, safe space. Win-win.
Definitely a cute option if you’re looking for something a little different (and way more chill than a crowded brunch).
🔗 Mother’s Day Tea Party at We Rock the Spectrum
💕 Who’s in for tea + playtime?
🤸♀️ Muffins, jumping, and happy kiddos? That’s a Mother’s Day win
🧁 Carbs, chaos, and cuteness? Sounds like Mother’s Day magic.
SkyZone Sarasota is hosting “Little Leapers Muffins with Mom” on Mother’s Day morning (Sunday, May 11th from 9–11 AM), and it’s the perfect way for moms of littles to celebrate.
📅 When? Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 Where? SkyZone Trampoline Park, Sarasota
Kids 5 & under get an open-jump session just for them, while moms enjoy muffins, coffee, and a chance to relax—or bounce along if you’re feeling adventurous. It’s low-key, fun, and lets the little ones burn off energy before brunch.
✨ Perfect Mother’s Day morning for moms who want memories and muffins.
🔗 Little Leapers Muffins with Mom
Bonus: You’ll probably get a nap out of them later. 😉
Cheers to Moms – Go Celebrate, You Deserve It!
✨ Whatever you end up doing this weekend—whether you’re brunching, boat racing, glass crafting, or just chilling at home—hope it’s filled with good vibes, good food, and maybe a nap or two.
And if you’re celebrating Mom (or being celebrated), here’s to all the moms, bonus moms, dog moms, and everyone who shows up like one. 💕
Catch ya next week—same time, same inbox!
Until next time,
— The Waves Pest Control Team 🌊
