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20 Fun Things to Do for Mother's Day 2023 in Orlando
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 14, and we've gathered lots of ideas to celebrate that special lady in your life in Orlando. From Orlando attractions offering free entry for moms, to crafting events and outdoor fun, we've got ideas to help ensure mom has a wonderful Mother's Day weekend with those she loves most!
Want to spoil mom with a delicious meal that she doesn't have to cook? Our roundup of restaurants serving Mother's Day brunch around Orlando should give you plenty of options to choose from. And don't forget to check out our list of gifts that moms *actually* want for Mother's Day.
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Mother's Day in Orlando: Free Admission for Moms
1. Crayola Experience
Visit Crayola Experience Orlando on Saturday, May 13 or Sunday, May 14 when moms get free admission with the onsite purchase of a full-priced child ticket.
2. Harry P. Leu Gardens
Stroll this beautiful 50-acre botanical garden, where moms receive free entrance. Gardens are open 9am-5pm.
Share some laughs at the Orange County History Center. Photo courtesy of the center
3. Orange County History Center
The Orange County History Center provides free admission on Mother’s Day for moms (or any caregiver) accompanied by their loved one of any age.
4. SAK Comedy Lab Mother’s Day Improv Show
Treat mom to a special family-friendly Mother’s Day improv show at SAK Comedy Lab, where moms get free admission.
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Mother’s Day in Orlando: Crafting Events
5. Lowe’s DIY Kids Workshop
Register to build a pop-up flower box at this month’s Lowe’s DIY Kids Workshop, just in time to show off Mother’s Day blooms!
6. Michaels Sunday Makebreak
Visit your nearest Michaels arts and crafts store to make a free painted frame for mom at the Mother's Day-themed Sunday Makebreak.
7. Painting with a Twist
Moms and kids can paint side-by-side masterpieces at several Central Florida Painting with a Twist locations.
Enjoy the gorgeous blooms at the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. Photo courtesy of Disney
Mother's Day in Orlando: More Fun Things for Mom
8. Pick Blueberries
Enjoy an outdoor family day at one of these u-pick blueberry farms.
9. Epcot Flower and Garden Festival
Venture to Epcot for the annual International Flower and Garden Festival, featuring elaborate topiary displays and beautiful gardens that moms will love. The fun wraps up on July 5, 2023.
10. Book a Mystery Picnic
Embark on a fun adventure of puzzles and riddles leading families to a mystery picnic destination in either Mount Dora or Winter Park.
St. Pete Beach tops many lists of the best Florida beaches. Photo courtesy of Visit Florida
11. Visit the Beach
Let mom relax in the sun at one of these beaches near Orlando.
12. Enjoy Afternoon Tea
Dress up for a "vintage chic" tea time with mom May 11-13 at The Tea Room Experience, complete with a MOM-osa! Children over age 5 are welcome.
13. Yoga at Mead Garden
Visit Mead Botanical Garden for Yoga in the Garden class to kick off Mother’s Day weekend.
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14. Stay Cool on the Ice
Celebrate Mother's Day with your favorite Disney characters as they skate and entertain at Disney on Ice Presents Frozen and Encanto at Amway Center.
15. Visit a Local Spring
Take a dip in one of these 10 natural springs around Central Florida.
16. Splurge on a Carriage Tour
Take mom on a horse-drawn carriage ride around beautiful Winter Garden during Mother’s Day afternoon.
17. Mother’s Day at Island H20 Water Park
Celebrate mom at this special event with a day in Private Domain at Island H20 Water Park. Moms can relax with a massage, specialty mom-osa, and more (included in admission).
18. Up That Cardio
Fill Mother's Day weekend with bubbles at Osceola Heritage Park! Run, walk, dance, and play through three miles of colored foam at this year's Bubble Run on Saturday, May 13, 2023.
19. Scenic Boat Tour
Tour the Winter Park chain of lakes with mom this Mother’s Day weekend. Boat tours are first come, first serve and leave every hour 10am-4pm.
Thrill to a ride on the Cheetah Hunt at Busch Gardens. Photo courtesy of SeaWorld Parks
20. Take a Day Trip
Pack up the car and venture to one of these awesome day trips, all within a drive of three hours or less from Orlando.
Places featured in this article:
Orange County Regional History Museum
Walt Disney World - Epcot
Mead Botanical Garden
Waterford Lakes Town Center
Glen Haven Memorial Park
