You don’t have to spend a fortune to show the world’s best mom how much you love and appreciate her on Mother’s Day in Nevada.
Several free family events and incentives are planned around the Silver State over Mother’s Day weekend, including outdoor markets, yoga in the park, casual walks, tea parties, and train rides.
Spend Mother’s Day with the whole family or send mom out on her own to sip and shop without stress. With the money you save on tickets for attending one of these 19 events, we suggest you splurge on her gift.
Reno-Sparks
A Mother’s Day Sip and Shop
Where: Wyld Market Collective, 1640 S. Wells Ave.
When: May 7, 6 p.m.
Enjoy making cards, writing poems, and having refreshments at this Mother’s Day Sip and Shop event. Along with creative activities, attendees will receive 10 percent off storewide.
Mother’s Day Boutique
Where: Idlewood Park
When: May 10, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Shop and celebrate mom at the Mother’s Day Boutique at the Riverside Farmers Market with more than 100 local artists and artisans selling everything from local harvests to stunning floral arrangements. Additional highlights include a kids’ play village, family activities, food trucks, live music, family photos ($25), free microgreen and yoga classes, and interactive art stations.
Mommy Market
Where: Reno Generator, 2450 Oddie Blvd.
When: May 7, 6-10 p.m.
Shop for one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day gifts from more than 50 local artists and creators at the Reno Generator, a nonprofit makerspace for the creative community.
Carson City
Mother’s Day Plant Sale
Where: 1111 N Saliman Rd.
When: May 9, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Help your mom’s garden grow on Mother’s Day by taking her to the Greenhouse Project’s Annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale. Peruse organic spring greens, produce, and crafts by local vendors, while enjoying family-friendly activities at the project’s Green Central site, just past the bus lot at Carson High School. While you’ll find plenty of last-minute gifts at the sale, plants are also available for purchase on the Greenhouse Project’s website throughout spring.
Mother’s Day Weekend at Carson Mall
Where: Carson Mall, 1313 S. Carson Street
When: May 9 and 10
Cruise the mall with mom over Mother’s Day Weekend for a weekend of crafts and gifts from local vendors, fun activities, flowers, snacks, treats, shops, and a raffle.
Virginia City
Victorian Tea Party
Where: Fourth Ward School Museum
When: May 9, 11:30 a.m.
This afternoon tea is set in an authentic Victorian-Era environment. Enjoy tea, mimosas, brunch, and entertainment in the 1876 four-story schoolhouse. Entry is free with a donation to the museum.
Ely
Free Train Rides
Where: Nevada Northern Railway, 1100 Avenue A
When: May 10, 11:30 a.m.
Mother’s Day marks the return of Locomotive No. 81 to the Nevada Northern Railway. In honor of this momentous occasion and mom, the railway invites mothers to ride the historic steam engine for free. Out of service for three years, the vintage locomotive is a piece of living history. Seating is limited.
Fallon
Mother’s Day Sip and Shop
Where: 1855 W. Williams Ave.
When: May 10, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sip on mom-mosas and mom-mochas while checking out wares by local vendors during the Mother’s Day Sip and Shop event, presented by the Fallon Chamber of Commerce.
Las Vegas
Mother’s Day Hike and Yoga in the Park
Where: Lone Mountain Equestrian Trail
When: May 9, 7:30-10 a.m.
Calling all moms and anyone else who appreciates moms. Restorative Health and Life is leading a relaxing Mother’s Day experience in the park, including a guided hike, gentle yoga practice, reflection, connection, and restoration. Led by therapists and wellness practitioners, the healing experience is open to men, women, and children of all fitness levels. Spots are limited.
Mother’s Day Market
Where: Bottega Exchange, 6675 S. Tenaya Way, Ste. 200
When: May 9, 1-5 p.m.
Gather with your family and fur babies for a pet-friendly Mother’s Day Market featuring more than 40 vendors selling handmade goods, gifts, and collectibles. The event, presented by the Hello Kitty Club of Las Vegas, will also feature local food trucks. All moms get two free raffle tickets for a chance to win an Official Sanrio Plush Bouquet and other prizes.
Mother’s Day Shop and Sip
Where: Velvet Vine Wine, 511 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
When: May 8, 6-9 p.m.
Moms who need a night out on the town can let loose at this Mother’s Day Shop and Sip event at Velvet Vine Wine, organized by Las Vegas Parent Connection. Play games, shop local vendors, and sip on drinks (for a price) while enjoying the ambiance of a French-inspired cafe and wine bar in downtown Las Vegas.
Mother’s Day Walk and Breathe
Where: Rainbow Family Park
When: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Take a deep breath and clear your mind at Mom’s Reset Hour, a relaxed walk for moms. This low-pressure stroll with the kids (and snacks) is a chance to get out of the house, meet other moms, and enjoy the fresh air in a welcoming environment.
Mother’s Day Laser Tag
Where: Downtown Container Park, 707 E Fremont St.
When: May 10, Sunset-9:30 p.m.
The family that plays together, stays together, so head to the Downtown Container Park this Mother’s Day for a rousing game of laser tag. Games are free and last three minutes. It’s a bonding opportunity for the whole family, but we suggest you let mom win.
Celebration of Moms
Where: Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Dr.
When: May 9, 8:30 a.m.-Noon
Celebrate Mother’s Day morning with fitness and fun. The day for moms, babies, and families starts with a Fit4Moms Stroller Strides workout, followed by a Mother’s Day vendor fair featuring interactive booths, family-friendly experiences, children’s activities, entertainment, and swag bags. Remember the day forever with free professional mommy-and-me photos.
Boozy Bridgerton Tea Party
Where: Fandom Bar
When: May 9, 8 p.m.
Las Vegas’ own Lady Whistledown invites you to a “delightfully improper” Boozy Bridgerton Tea Party, where cocktails and mocktails will be enjoyed “the proper way,” from a teacup. While entry to this Regency-era gathering is free, food and drinks are not. Dress up in flowing gowns, gloves, pearls, and waistcoats for this social evening of sipping and swooning.
Mother’s Day Sip & Shop
Where: d’annata boutique at Tivoli Village
When: May 9
Sip and shop (with 15 percent off storewide) at d’annata boutique and your chance to win store merchandise in a raffle.
Henderson
Mother’s Day Out
Where: City of Henderson pools
When: May 9 and 10, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Make a splash on Mother’s Day with a family outing at one of the city’s pools. Mothers and grandmothers can enter for free!
Art Festival of Henderson
Where: Water Street Plaza, 240 South Water St.
When: May 9 and 10
With contemporary artists, crafts, music, food vendors, and activities, there’s fun for the whole family at the Art Festival of Henderson this Mother’s Day. The juried art showcases artisans from throughout the region. Enjoy a chalk art gallery, glass blowers, wheel-thrown pottery, macrame, jewelry, and a live street-art painting performance by local artist, Recycled Propaganda.
Mother’s Day Market
Where: The District, 2240 Village Walk Dr.
When: May 9, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Small shops and local art make this a must-visit market on Mother’s Day. More than 85 vendors will sell their wares along the outdoor, dog-friendly pedestrian mall while a DJ keeps the atmosphere upbeat.
This article first appeared on Good Info News Wire and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.
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