
Mother’s Day is May 12. If you’re in the mood for something different this year, browse our list of ideas to do with your son/daughter/mom/mom-in-law/mom figure (before you sneak off for that mani/pedi/massage).
If you’re hanging with your tykes
- Take in a play at the Coterie Theatre or Theatre for Young America
- Pack a picnic
- Scope out new park (and stop for ice cream)
- Catch an outdoor movie (or have a movie day at home)
- Go berry picking
- Play video games together
- Volunteer at a retirement home
- Hike or bike
- Fly kites
- Practice your yoga
- Go fishing
- Take a mommy and me music class
If you’re spending time with teens or adults
- Test your skills at Escape Room, Breakout KC
- Paint a masterpiece or try another form of art
- Try a cooking class
- Test out a new exercise class
- Savor a spa day
- Stop by a beauty counter for a free makeover
- Catch a cultural event
- Sail on a zip line at or Go Ape ZipLine & Tree Top Adventure
Whatever you do, and whomever you do it with, Happy Mother’s Day!
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