Moms deserve to feel celebrated, appreciated, and completely spoiled on Mother’s Day. If you’re looking for a thoughtful and creative way to show the moms in your life just how much they mean to you, Des Moines has plenty to offer. From special events and hands-on workshops to delicious treats and unique experiences, there’s something for every kind of celebration. Here’s to making this Mother’s Day extra memorable—happy celebrating!
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Ted Lare May 9 & 10
Make plans to go to Ted Lare Garden Center in Cumming this Mother’s Day weekend. Grab your mom, your friends, or make it a solo treat-yourself weekend! Register for a workshop and enjoy tasty treats, live music, and beautiful blooms. Find more details here.
You are invited to come wander, sip, snack, and celebrate all weekend long! Register for a workshop today!
Saturday | May 9
Lulu’s Delicacies (Macarons) | 10am–2pm
Lucky Wife Wine Slushies | 10am–2pm
Live Music: Luke Fox | 11am–2pm
Bandit Burrito Truck | 11am–2pm
Workshops
Handmade Garden Gift for Mom | 9am–11am
Water Color Hearts | 1pm-3pm
Mom & Me Flower Pot | 1pm–2pm
Sunday | May 10
Lucky Wife Wine Slushies | 12pm–3pm
Live Music: Willie Mac | 12pm–3pm
Loudi’s Kitchen | 11am–3pm
Sips Beverage Bar | 11am–3pm
Workshop
Blooming Memories Frame | 11am–1pm
Connect with Ted Lare Garden Center
2701 Cumming Ave
Cumming , IA 50061
More ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Des Moines
Head to Wilson’s Orchard and Farm in Cumming. Find unique gifts in their market, pick up delicious baked goods, or enjoy a meal in the restaurant.
Spend a morning at Howell’s Greenhouse. Cuddle baby goats, find spring blooms in the greenhouse, and take photos.
Create a petite bouquet for mom at the Des Moines Botanical Gardens Mother’s Day weekend. We recommend walking through the gardens while you’re there!
Looking for a gift mom will love? Head to one of our favorite local boutiques: Tulip Bloom Boutique in Valley Junction, Real Deals in Ankeny, DSM Mercantile in the Highland Park neighborhood, or Porch Light in the East Village.
If your mom has a sense of humor and enjoys clever, cheeky designs, a book from Knotty Nail Press is sure to make her smile.
When in doubt, make reservations for brunch. It’s a win for everyone–you get to enjoy a delicious meal and no one has to do dishes. Need a recommendation? Check out some of our favorites!
