How to Celebrate Mother's Day in Houston

Mother’s Day is coming up on May 12. How are you celebrating? Houston is filled with options to spend the day. Here are a few of our picks to help you plan. 

Watch a Performance

The annual Mother's Serenade, presented by the Houston Latin American Philharmonic, pays tribute to the most noble being on the planet. Featured guest artists for this heartfelt concert include Mirtha Perez, Mariachi Los Gallitos, and Luis Martinez. The repertoire encompasses beloved pieces such as "Nave del Olvido," "Caballo Viejo," "Si Nos Dejan," "El Milagro de tus Ojos," a tribute to Jose Jose, and much more.

Distinguished as the sole full-scale professional orchestra in the United States dedicated to promoting and uplifting Latin American music, musicians, and composers, the Houston Latin Philharmonic Orchestra is under the baton of Maestro Glenn Garrido, an American-Venezuelan conductor. Buy tickets here.

Treat Her to a Tasty Meal

Brunch-loving moms have tons of options to choose from all around Houston. 

Take your mom to enjoy a special three-course Mother's Day brunch at a Heights institution, the Rainbow Lodge. From 10:30 - 3:00, enjoy favorites including the leafy green salad, fried quail bites, and warm croissant bread pudding.

State Fare Kitchen & Bar | On Sunday, May 12th, treat your mom to State Fare Kitchen & Bar’s renowned brunch and try their new Mother’s Day special Cinnamon Roll Griddle Cakes with cream cheese icing. Favorite brunch dishes like Poached Eggs on Crab Cakes, Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs, Bacon Praline Griddlecakes, will also be available for families to enjoy. Mother’s Day brunch menu starts early at 9 AM and Houstonians are encouraged to reserve a table in advance.

Memorial: 947 Gessner, Ste. B190 | 832-831-0950
Sugar Land: 15930 City Walk | 713-234-1405
The Woodlands: 1900 Hughes Landing Blvd, Ste 200 | 281-825-5368

Liberty Kitchen Oysterette | Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette is a Houston staple for Mother’s Day Brunch. On Sunday, May 12th, the restaurant is celebrating all moms with a delicious, chef-made brunch starting at 9:30 AM with new Lemon Elderflower Waffles featuring lemon curd, chantilly cream, and maple syrup; as well as its popular brunch mainstays like Coastal Benedict with poached Maine lobster or Chesapeake crab, cake cheesy grits or potatoes; Honey Butter French Toast with battered bread pudding, local honey and fresh berries; Chicken Sausage & Kale Frittata with roasted red peppers, feta crumbles, arugula and baby radish; and more. Reservations are strongly encouraged. 

Liberty Kitchen Oysterette River Oaks: 4224 San Felipe St | 713-622-1010
Liberty Kitchen Oysterette Memorial: 963 Bunker Hill Rd. | 713-468-3745

Gift Her Something Local

Support local makers in Houston and treat mom to something special. The Heights Mercantile Market will also be going on Sunday, May 12, so you can just hop on over to find local food and goods for Mom from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. More local gift ideas are listed in our gift guide here. 

For moms with a sweet tooth, Dessert Gallery, a woman-owned and operated Houston bakery, has tasty sweet treats specially made for Mother’s Day. Treat your mom to hand-decorated cookies, petit fours or cupcakes in a jar. 

Enjoy Afternoon Tea

Make her feel special by inviting her to afternoon tea. Hotel Granduca will be serving afternoon tea all week long! From 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., you and Mom can indulge in smoked salmon crepes, sandwiches, scones, sweets and tea in a beautiful atmosphere at this Uptown-area hotel. Another great option is Afternoon Tea at the St. Regis. From Friday to Sunday, head over to their lounge and enjoy tea and small bites accompanied by the sounds of a harpist.

Give Her the Gift of Relaxation

Treat your mom to a spa day at one of Houston's many luxury spas. Some notable places to book are Trellis Spa at the Houstonian, Fiori Spa and The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Houston, but there are others noted in this post. Make a day of it and include a service for yourself so that you can experience it together — win, win.