Mother's Day in Vancouver

Start the day off with a fabulous Mother's Day brunch. If Mom has a favourite eatery, make a reservation early. Or, try one of these great Vancouver brunch spots.

If little children are coming to brunch, try Little Nest Cafe, 1716 Charles Street, East Vancouver

If the weather is good and a fancy meal isn't in the budget, create a Mother's Day feast to remember at Stanley Park.

Stanley Park Picnic Reservations

There's plenty of great family activities to do at the park, too. Bike or stroll the Seawall, visit the Children's Farmyard and ride the Miniature Train, or take Mom for a walk through the blooming gardens.

Moms don't always treat themselves as well as they treat their families, so why not give Mom the gift of relaxation and indulgence at a Vancouver spa?

If spa prices are too hefty but Mom could really use a massage, the student sessions at the Vancouver Pacific Institute of Reflexology are only $18. These sessions are only on Tuesdays--you must book ahead--and would make a great, inexpenisve gift.

If you're looking for a fun family outing on Mother's Day that won't get ruined by rain, why not take in a show? Although the Vancouver Playhouse's Top Girls and the Vancouver Opera's Salome don't play on Mother's Day, there are shows Saturday, May 9.

Save money with same-day, half-price tickets at Vancouver's Tickets Tonight.

Maybe what Mom wants more than a surprise gift is a day spent shopping for her own gift. If Mom loves to shop, take her to one of Vancouver's great shopping districts and top it off with a fabulous dinner out. Head Downtown for Robson Street shopping, shop W 4th Avenue in Kits and South Granville, or spend the day exploring Chinatown.

Fine dining can be pricey, but if there's ever a time to splurge it's treating your mom on Mother's Day.

Vancouver's Best Fine Dining Restaurants