Show Mom you care with our guide to the top Mother’s Day festivities in Orlando.
Updated Nov. 26, 2025
Mother’s Day is on May 11, 2025, and we’re ready to help you celebrate with some of the best things to do in Orlando. From serene gardens and age-defying attractions to gifts, dining, spa treatments and more, we’ve rounded up some of the best ways to thank Mom and all the mother figures in your life. Let’s make this the best Mother’s Day yet!
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Top Things to Do in Orlando for Mother’s Day
Give Mom a Mother’s Day as special as she is with curated Orlando experiences tailored to her tastes. Whether she’s a mani-pedi gal, a thrill seeker, a history buff, a sports fanatic or a foodie, Orlando is ready to help you serve up the best Mother’s Day ever. Here are a few sample itineraries to help you get started.
For the Mom on the Town
If Mom loves city breaks, treat her to an unforgettable day exploring Orlando’s picturesque neighborhoods. Take this quiz to discover some of the most buzzworthy spots Mom will love, then spend the day museum and gallery-hopping, sampling our wine bars and craft breweries, exploring our diverse dining scene, or enjoying live music at our many theatres and concert halls. Round out your day with walking tours, sculpture gardens, hands-on workshops and boutique shopping for a perfectly chill Mother’s Day.
Discover: Orlando Neighborhoods
For the Sports Guru
If Mom is a sports fan, you’re in luck! Orlando will host several exciting matches in downtown Orlando in early May. Choose from two Orlando City Soccer Club matches (May 10 & 14) or an Orlando Pride game (May 16). Mom can join the action as well with tennis, pickleball, golf, yoga, nature trails and more ways to work up a sweat in Orlando.
Discover: Orlando Sports
For the Self-Care Queen
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 one day, check out ResortPass and more ways to treat yourself on a budget, or book an all-inclusive day in paradise at Discovery Cove®.
Discover: Luxuries for Any Budget
For the Thrill Seeker
Orlando boasts thrills natural and man-made, including exhilarating eco-adventures, high-speed roller coasters, breathtaking attractions and more. Mom can leave her worries on the ground and soar through the air at Wallaby Ranch Hang Gliding Flight Park, dive from the world’s tallest SkyCoaster at Fun Spot America in Kissimmee, or zip over hundreds of real alligators at Gatorland.
Discover: Orlando Ecotourism
Orlando’s roller coasters are top-notch as well, including record-breaking thrills like Mako, Kraken and Manta at SeaWorld® Orlando, the Coaster Capital of Orlando. New coaster challengers include TRON Lightcycle / Run at Walt Disney World® Resort, VelociCoaster (Florida’s tallest, fastest launch coaster) at Universal Orlando Resort, and many more on the horizon this May.
Save on discount tickets: Orlando Theme Parks
For an extra special surprise, treat Mom to a paid park preview of Universal Epic Universe, available from April 17 – May 19, 2025. Get all the latest preview details here.
Discover: Universal Epic Universe
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Top Mother’s Day Gifts
Whether you’re looking for bespoke gifts, flowers, or unique experiences, Orlando’s malls, boutiques, outlets and tour operators have you covered with options for all tastes and budgets. Start with our Orlando Made gift guide, which features unique beauty products, art, chocolate, candles and more crafted right here in Orlando. Edgewood Flowers has you covered with floral arrangements, and Orlando Gift Baskets features locally inspired bundles and Mom approved favorites for gifting made easy.
Discover: Orlando Shopping
Discover more gifts from luxury brands, regional exclusives and more at malls and outlets, or hunt for unique gifts at Orlando’s beloved small businesses. We have shopping guides for everything from local bookstores and comic shops to fashion-forward shops, vintage stores and eco-friendly boutiques.
If Mom prefers experiences over physical gifts, browse hundreds of attractions, events and year-round tours to create the perfect Mother’s Day gift. Enjoy special savings on select activities from Visit Orlando powered by BestofOrlando.com, and round out your virtual gift basket with budget-friendly activities like a scenic boat tour, swan boat rental, or serene paddle through natural springs.
Discover: Orlando Attractions
Mother’s Day Dining & Special Menus
Treat Mom like royalty with decadent dining specials at Orlando’s top resorts and restaurants. Check back often as more offers are added in the leadup to Mother’s Day.
Dining offers for Mother’s Day 2025 have ended. Please check back in 2026 for new offers.
Mother’s Day Events & Special Offers
Sweeten Mom’s day with thoughtful events, free or discounted admission, and bonus savings on Orlando hotels, attractions and services.
Special offers and events for Mother’s Day 2025 have ended. Please check back in 2026 for new offers and events.
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