Mother’s Day is about celebrating the important women in our lives—from sisters, and aunts, to best friends—surely there’s a special woman for you to spoil. This 2024 lands on Sunday, May 12, and we have all of the perfect plans to create a memorable day! Whether it’s brunch, a Candlelight concert, or just good ol’ quality time—here are some great ideas to celebrate Mother’s Day in Los Angeles
1. Treat her to a beautiful Candlelight Concert
Spoil Mom with a beautiful candlelight concert of her favorite music! The Candlelight Concert series has a variety of shows honoring iconic artists across multiple genres. Below are just a few of the concerts you can choose from:
- May 15, 2024: Tribute to Nirvana in DTLA
- May 24, 2024: The Best Of Hanz Zimmer at The Biltmore Los Angeles
- May 25, 2024: A Tribute to Adele at The Biltmore Los Angeles
- May 28, 2024: A Tribute To Whitney Huston at Skirball Cultural Center
- May 30, 2024: The Best of Joe Hisaishi in Zipper Concert Hall at the Colburn School
- May 31, 2024: A Tribute to Coldplay at Immanuel Presbyterian Church
2. Celebrate Mother’s Day in Los Angeles with brunch at The Rose Venice
Experience a memorable Mother’s Day brunch at The Rose Venice. Guests can indulge in tantalizing options like the Chickpea Eggs with braised eggplant and garbanzo beans or the savory Baked Eggs with chorizo and manchego. For a lighter option, they can savor the refreshing Kale Caesar salad. Completing the meal are decadent desserts such as the Strawberry Fraisier or Flourless Chocolate Cake. Join The Rose Venice for a culinary celebration of motherhood this Mother’s Day in Los Angeles.
📍Location: 220 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291
🗓️ When: Sunday, May 12th, 2024
📝 Details: Reservations are $95 per person (excluding tax & gratuity). Kids under 12 can choose from a kid-friendly a la carte menu.
3. Catch a cosmic concert 5,700ft above L.A.
Concerts at the magnificent Mount Wilson Observatory have returned, with their first one of the series taking place this Mother’s Day. So grab Mom, ascend the mountainous landscape, and head inside the vaulted dome for an acoustical banquet of esteemed musicians. Learn more and get the full schedule here!
Location: 100-Inch Telescope Dome, Mount Wilson Circle Road & Mount Wilson Road, Mount Wilson, CA 91023
🗓️ When: Sunday, May 19, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
4. Enjoy a special dinner at Yangban
Yangban in DTLA offers a culinary adventure to enjoy Mother’s Day in Los Angeles. Diners can enjoy Chilled Potato and Leek Soup, Scallion, Ginger, and White Kimchi, and Tea Leaf-infused dishes. Indulge in Sujebi with Lobster Claw and Trout Roe, and don’t miss the Yangban Wings. Celebrate with savory Pork Collar Katsu—it’s a feast fit for honoring moms!
📍Location: 712 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021
🗓️ When: Sunday, May 12th, 2024
📝 Details: Reservations are $90- $130 a person
5. Spend Mother’s Day at Aquarium of the Pacific’s Mother’s Day Brunch
Aquarium of the Pacific is hosting an adorable Mother’s Day Brunch, where you can dine amidst its beloved ocean creatures. Tickets to their brunch include all-day admission. Reservations will be offered hourly.
📍 Location: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
🗓️ When: Sunday, May 12, 2024 – 11:00 am–3:00 pm PT
🎟️ Tickets: $95.00 per adult and $55.00 per child (3-11). (Includes general admission)
6. Spoil Mom with a staycation and brunch at Santa Monica’s most idyllic hotel
Shutters on the Beach is a luxury hotel found on SoCal’s most iconic stretch of coastline—making it the perfect place to spoil mom. There are two options: a special Mother’s Day brunch or a special Mother’s Day dinner. Don’t miss this special occasion, perfect for indulging in a delicious meal and great company this Mother’s Day in Los Angeles.
📍Location: 1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
🗓️ When: Sunday, May 12, 2024
📝 Details: Reservations are $125 a person
7. Craft sweet memories on a Mother’s Day cooking class
The Gourmandise School at Santa Monica Place presents a range of Mother’s Day-themed classes. From Mother’s Day Cookie Decorating to Mother’s Day Chocolates & Caramels session, learn or perfect the art of cooking and create some sweet memories with mom.
📍Location: 395 Santa Monica Pl #323, Santa Monica, CA 90401
🗓️ When:
- Saturday, May 11, 2024 – Mother’s Day Cookie Decorating, 2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m
- Sunday, May 12, 2024 – Mother’s Day Chocolates & Caramels, 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m
8. Savor the Intense Flavors of Mexican Cuisine
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Descanso with a multi-course lunch featuring traditional Central Western Mexican breakfast flavors. Enjoy pozole to start, followed by enticing dishes like Francesa Toast (Mexican sweet cornbread French toast with cinnamon crema and berries) and Salmon Avocado Tostadas. Finish off with Arroz con Leche Cheesecake, a delicious fusion of Mexican rice pudding, cheesecake, cinnamon, strawberries, and caramel cajeta sauce.
📍Location: 1555 Adams Ave #103, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
🗓️ When: Sunday, May 12, 2024
📝 Details: $34 a person
9. Buy her flowers from one of these beloved flower shops
Mother’s Day and flowers are practically synonymous. It definitely goes without saying that we encourage you to support your local street vendor, but if your favorite flower vendor is nowhere to be found, then you’re in luck! We’ve made a list of the best places to buy flowers around Los Angeles that will surely bring a smile to the important woman in your life. Get the full list of 10 spots here!
10. Give her a gift card for the best events in the city
Maybe you’re not quite sure and need some help to spoil mom on her day. If that’s the case, you can go for a gift card so she can attend some of the best events in the city. From tickets to the X Games to painting classes or movie tickets.
11. Go see the California super bloom at a local field
The Superbloom in California showcases nature’s breathtaking beauty, transforming fields into vibrant oceans of color. Observing this spectacle provides a unique opportunity to commune with the magnificence and force of nature, as countless wildflowers burst into radiant bloom. It’s a sensory feast that fosters a profound gratitude for the intricate harmony of ecosystems and the perfect opportunity to spend a day in the outdoors and to celebrate Mother’s Day in Los Angeles this 2024.
12. Gift her some delicious chocolates
Nothing beats a box full of delicious and smooth chocolates to make mom enjoy her special day. Give her some good sweets from one of the best chocolate shops in the city, it’s the last chance to enjoy them before they melt away in the summer heat and a great gift for Mother’s Day in Los Angeles.
13. Have family-friendly fun at Street Food Cinema
Returning to picturesque venues such as The Autry Museum and LA State Historic Park, Street Food Cinema (SFC) returns with another season of beloved films and entertainment suitable for all ages. This picnic-style series encourages guests to arrive early, settle on the grass, and bask in the sunshine. As dusk falls, the movies take center stage! With a variety of films and pre-movie activities, there’s a screening to delight every audience member.
14. Pamper at one of these relaxing spas around L.A.
Hey, let’s be honest. Being a mom is a full-time job. Therefore, Mom deserves a break and some TLC too. Treat her to a well-deserved relaxing day at any of these spas around L.A. Enjoy an afternoon where you and mom can unwind with relaxing deep tissue massages, facial and body treatments, receiving the pampering you both deserve to alleviate stress.
15. Groove to the beat of the city’s finest jazz
If mom is a melomaniac, a fan of timeless classics, she’d likely adore the finest jazz around. Luckily, LA hosts some of the nation’s top jazz clubs where you can revel in amazing and vibrant jazz sessions, accompanied by top-notch cocktails.
16. Take her on an eco-friendly shopping spree at the Rose Bowl Flea Market
Image courtesy of Rose Bowl FleaIf you and mom are eco-conscious shopaholics, there’s no better plan than a weekend of shopping at one of the city’s top thrift shops. Visit the Rose Bowl Flea Market to browse through hundreds of vendors and score unique clothing, accessories, and collectibles. And when you need a break, enjoy a delicious meal on its rooftop with incredible city views.
17. Explore the city and its surroundings with a horseback ride
What better way to reconnect with nature and the outdoors this Mother’s Day 2024 than with an unforgettable horseback ride? Venture to the Hollywood sign for city views or explore the Santa Monica Mountains or the Malibu coast, riding gentle horses for an afternoon of adventure and relaxation.
18. Indulge in a seaside outdoor brunch
Make mom feel special with a delightful outdoor brunch to enjoy incredible views, reconnect with nature, and create unforgettable moments while savoring delicious bites.
19. Join an adventurous hike around the city
Get your adrenaline pumping with one of the many scenic and fun hikes in Los Angeles. Join an adventure exploring the city and its surroundings with mom, to break a sweat with a light workout and snap some incredible selfies overlooking the Santa Monica Mountains or the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean.
20. Plan a picturesque day getaway
Instead of spending Sunday in Los Angeles, venture out to uncover the charming towns and hidden gems around the city. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and rediscover dreamy places just a couple of hours away from LA to pamper mom.
Edited by Sofía Delpueche.