Show Mom you care with our guide to the top Mother’s Day festivities in Orlando.

Updated May 14, 2026

Mother’s Day is on May 10, 2026, and we’re ready to help you celebrate with some of the best things to do in Orlando. Whether Mom is into curated gifts, specialty menus, luxe spa treatments, age-defying attractions, unique experiences, or all of the above, we have something for you. Just don’t forget the most important gift of all: Time spent together. Here’s to Mom! Create new memories in Orlando and make this her best Mother’s Day yet.

• Iconic Experiences
• Gift Ideas
• Dining
• Savings & Events

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Top Mother’s Day Experiences in Orlando

Looking for unique things to do in Orlando this Mother’s Day? We’ve rounded up some of the most popular experiences in town, including classic options like brunch, shopping and spa treatments. We’ve also included less traditional picks like off-roading, park-hopping, or ziplining over alligators. Whatever Mom is into, she’ll find it here in Orlando.

Explore Orlando’s Neighborhoods

If Mom loves brunching, shopping and exploring the local side of things when she travels, why not spend the day exploring one of our diverse neighborhoods? Take this quiz to help narrow down the area she’ll love most, then spend the day museum-hopping, relaxing at wine bars, catching a show, or even watching the sunset over the lake.

Discover: Orlando Neighborhoods

A few noteworthy options include wine bars, lakeside views and indie shopping in the Ivanhoe Village Main Street district, dozens of trendy bars and MICHELIN Guide restaurants in Mills 50, old Florida elegance in Winter Park, vibrant art and tech in Lake Nona, and of course, iconic fountain strolls, dining and nightlife, and arts and culture galore in downtown Orlando’s City District and Thornton Park District.

Treat Mom to a Self-Care Day

Let Mom relax while you plan a laid-back weekend of fun, sun and zero responsibilities — aside from the all-important spa appointment, that is. Book a weekend getaway at our amenity-packed resorts, relax by the pool, and indulge in pampering massages, manicures, facials and more from top-rated spas. If you’ll only be in Orlando for a day or two, check out ResortPass and more ways to treat yourself on a budget, or book an all-inclusive day in paradise at Discovery Cove®.

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Explore the Outdoors

Whether Mom prefers quiet garden strolls or wild outdoor adventures, we have plenty of ways for you to get outside and soak up the sun this Mother’s Day. If it’s serenity you’re after, explore our gardens, take a day trip to our natural springs, or see the sights in style aboard the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour.

Discover: Outdoor Activities

If you’re looking for thrills, you can’t beat the Screamin’ Gator Zip Line at Gatorland. Soar over hundreds of alligators, then round out the day with a capybara encounter, wild shows and surprisingly idyllic views. We also have airboat tours, off-roading and outdoor adventure parks for wild fun the whole family can enjoy.

Visit Orlando’s Theme Parks

Treat Mom to a full day exploring the theme park of her choice. Explore all-new thrills at Universal Epic Universe, the fourth park at Universal Orlando Resort, or catch concerts, coasters and mouthwatering bites at spring food festivals like the Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld® Orlando or the EPCOT® International Flower & Garden Festival at Walt Disney World® Resort.

Discover: Orlando Theme Parks

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Top Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Looking for a gift for mom? We have you covered! Whether you’re starting from scratch or just need a push in the right direction, we have ideas for all kinds of moms — including foodies, fashion fiends, experience queens and more. Check out our top picks below, then dig even deeper with bespoke gifts, custom gift baskets and more curated suggestions from our Orlando Made Gift Guide.

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Chocolate & Flowers

It’s a classic combo for a reason! Score mouthwatering chocolates from The Ganachery, Chocolate Kingdom, Ô Bon Chocolatier, AJ Chocolate House or Peterbrooke Chocolatier, then pair them with brilliant blooms from Edgewood Flowers or unique plants from The Jungle Room by BWH Plant Co.

If Mom prefers decadent cakes and patisseries, opt for edible works of art from Amorette’s Patisserie, Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC, The Glass Knife, Light on the Sugar, Bakery 1908 and more gourmet options.

Vintage Trinkets and Luxury Finds

Orlando is a shopper’s paradise, boasting endless luxury stores, vintage shops, specialty outlets and beloved small businesses. We have shopping guides for everything from fashion-forward storefronts and eco-friendly boutiques to local bookstores and comic shops, so you can easily find the perfect gift to suit Mom’s interests.

Experiences

If Mom prefers experiences over physical gifts, you’re in luck! Orlando has hundreds of attractions, thousands of restaurants, and an ever-changing variety of concerts, festivals, tours and special events. Enjoy special savings on select activities from Visit Orlando powered by BestofOrlando.com, then round out your virtual gift basket with budget-friendly activities like a scenic boat tour, swan boat rental, or serene paddle through natural springs.

Save on discount tickets: Orlando Theme Parks & Attractions

Not sure where to start? Visit our Things to Do page for inspiration, call or chat with our Vacation Planners, or customize a vacation-ready Mother’s Day itinerary in moments using our AI-powered trip planning tool.

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Mother’s Day Dining & Special Menus

Dining offers for Mother's Day 2026 have ended. Please check back in 2027 for new offers.

Treat Mom like royalty with delicious dining specials at Orlando’s top resorts and restaurants. Check back often as more offers are added in the leadup to Mother’s Day 2027.

Discover: Orlando Restaurants

Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, all Mother’s Day dining offers are exclusively available on May 10, 2026. Prices do not reflect taxes or gratuities. Reservations are strongly recommended and required where noted.

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Mother’s Day Events & Offers

Events, savings and special offers for Mother's Day 2026 have ended. Please check back in 2027 for new offers.

Sweeten Mom’s day with thoughtful events, free or discounted admission, and bonus savings on Orlando hotels, attractions and services.

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