10 Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Cincinnati {2024}

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12! This day we celebrate our mothers or those women who have positively influenced our lives. And Cincinnati is the place to make these women feel very special.

Here are 10 ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Cincinnati:

Cincinnati Zoo

Celebrate Mother’s Day with your favorite animal moms and zoo babies at the Cincinnati Zoo. Moms can enjoy FREE admission on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12 at the Cincinnati Zoo.

202412may9:00 am5:00 pmFree Admission for Moms at the Zoo!9:00 am - 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Cincinnati Zoo, 3400 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45220CategoryFree,Zoo Event

Cincinnati Art Museum Brunch

From 11a-3p on May 12 in the Terrace Cafe, Moms and their families are invited in for a special meal with reservations required. Expect an omelet station, homemade baked goods, ala carte bagel, yogurt, casseroles and fruit juice.

202412may11:00 am3:00 pmMother’s Day Brunch at Cincinnati Art Museum11:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202CategoryDining Event,Museums

BB River Boats

Cruise the Ohio River with your mom this Mother’s Day. She will enjoy a Brunch Cruise from 1-3 p.m. (Boarding starts at Noon) or a Dinner Cruise 5:30-7:30 p.m. (Boarding starts at 4:30 p.m.).

202412may1:00 pm3:00 pmMother's Day Brunch Cruise1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00) BB Riverboats, 101 Riverboat Row Newport, KY 41071

202412may5:30 pm7:30 pmMother's Day Dinner Cruise5:30 pm - 7:30 pm(GMT+00:00) BB Riverboats, 101 Riverboat Row Newport, KY 41071

Krohn Conservatory

Transport mom out of this world with a visit to Butterflies in Space at Krohn Conservatory. Tickets may be purchased online or at the front entrance of Krohn Conservatory. There is a capacity limit in the showroom, if at capacity you and guests may be asked to wait for entry.

202411mayAll Day18augButterflies in Space at Krohn Conservatory(All Day)(GMT+00:00) Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202 CategoryOngoing

Mother’s Day Lunch & Craft Show

Calling all wine loving moms! Head over to Vinoklet Winery and Restaurant to enjoy live music outside at while you shop and get a bite to eat at the outdoor grill, or make a reservation for the lunch inside the restaurant.

202412may11:00 am5:00 pmMother's Day Lunch & Craft Show11:00 am - 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Vinoklet, 11069 Colerain AveCategoryCraft Event,Dining Event

Mother’s Day Brunch at Newport Aquarium

Get tickets to the most unique Mother’s Day Brunch in town! Your family will be welcomed at the Riverside Room event space where you will be shown to your reserved seating. Mom can relax and let them do the cooking while your family enjoys a buffet brunch served while you take in spectacular views of the Ohio River and downtown Cincinnati. Best part is, you can enjoy the aquarium after!

202412may9:00 am11:00 amMother's Day Brunch at Newport Aquarium9:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT+00:00) Newport Aquarium, One Aquarium Way, Newport KYCategoryDining Event,Worth The Drive

Make A Candle at Manitou

On May 12, bring Mom into Manitou Candle for a candle making class! Unplug from everyday life and foster original interaction through inspiration. Learn the art of making scented soy candles while spending time with old and new friends. Their experienced chandlers will guide you through the entire process of candle making. Plus they’ve teamed up with a local florist, Eve Floral Co, who will be providing a beautiful floral bar for each mom to create your own vase of fresh flowers to take home!

202412may11:00 am1:00 pmMother's Day Candle Making Class11:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Manitou Candle, 4015 Eastern AveCategoryClasses,Craft Event

Mother’s Day Flower Pendant Class 

In this flameworking class you will make a beautiful flower pendant! Make one for mom or bring mom in to make her own.

202412may10:00 am8:00 pmMother’s Day Pendant Making10:00 am - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Neusole Glassworks, 11925 Kemper Springs DrCategoryClasses

Mom’s and Mimosas at LM&M Railroad

Join the LM&M Railroad to celebrate all the Moms in your life! Create a special memory aboard the Mother’s Day Special train ride. Moms can enjoy a complimentary Mimosa as they ride through the countryside of Warren County, and Mom’s even ride FREE with a purchase of an additional ticket!

202412may11:00 amMom’s and Mimosas at LM&M Railroad11:00 am(GMT+00:00) Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon, OH 45036CategoryTrain Event,Train Ride

This Mother’s Day, treat Mom to brunch, a cruise, hands-on workshops or a day at one of Cincinnati’s many attractions!

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