Mother’s Day is just around the corner and many will be thinking how to celebrate this special date for their moms.
And it is that the celebration of this Sunday May 8 is to honor her work, motherhood and the influence of mothers in society. A day when people from various parts of the world meet with her mother to express how much they love them.
The tri-state area has different places and activities that can make this date memorable and sometimes at low prices or for free.
Here we share some ideas or places where you can celebrate Mother’s Day.
Albany Tulip Festival
- What is? The Tulip Festival is Albany’s signature spring event. In this you will see more than 140,000 tulips in 150 different varieties. Additionally, people will be able to experience annual traditions rooted in the city’s rich Dutch heritage, nearly one hundred artisans selling their handmade crafts, a fine arts show, delicious food, the KidZone family fun destination, and two stages of world class live entertainment. The Tulip Festival is a brilliant showcase for local culture and business. It all takes place in historic Washington Park, the city’s 81-acre “crown jewel”.
- When? May 7 and 8
- Where is there more information? Go to this website.
Rochester Lilac Festival and Art in the Park
- What is?The largest free festival of its kind in North America, spring in upstate New York welcomes back with three incredible weekends to celebrate safely being together once again.
- When? From May 6 to 8, from May 12 to 15 and from May 19 to 22
- Where is there more information? Go to this website.
Party at the New York Botanical Garden for Mother’s Day (New York City)
- What is? The spring landscape of the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx has live music, games, picnics and more to offer.
- When? Saturday May 7 7 Sunday May 8.
- Where is there more information? Go to this website.
The wonders of New York City
New York City is full of places and activities to enjoy together with mom.
Here we share some links with recommendations for you.
- Places to visit in New York City for free: The Big Apple is a city with hundreds of activities for all tastes and ages, and many of these places can be visited for free. Here we share some of those places to go with mom and family. CLICK HERE.
- Museums of the Big Apple: If your mother is a culture lover, New York City is the best place to live this experience. The Big Apple is full of museums, and some of them you can even enjoy for free. SEE OUR LIST HERE.
- Visit The Bronx: If you live in the county of The Bronx or would like to take your mother to the hundreds of activities that this part of the city offers, we share the city guide so you can enjoy this county. LOOK HERE.
- Visit Brooklyn: Brooklyn offers world famous sites like Coney Island and the Brooklyn Bridge. Plus welcoming neighborhoods where visitors can learn about African American history, enjoy authentic ethnic food and marvel at late 19th and early 20th century architecture. Brooklyn is also the city’s most populous borough, home to 2.7 million people, including the city’s mayor, Eric Adams, who owns a home in Bedford-Stuyvesant. SEE OUR GUIDE HERE.
Nueva Jersey
Azalea Festival in Hamilton
- What is? It’s a fun-filled Mother’s Day weekend with local craft vendors and great food as you stroll through Hamilton’s famous botanical gardens lined with blooming azalea bushes. After a break of 3 years the event returns.
- When? Saturday May 7
- More information? You can find it here.
Asbury Park and Long Branch: Mother’s Day Weekend – Spring Bazaar!
- What is? Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at the Spring Bazaar in Long Branch and Asbury Park on Saturday and Sunday, May 7 and 8, 2022, from noon to 5 p.m. The weekend will feature a shopping experience, arts and crafts and music at two beautiful beachside venues. The Mother’s Day Weekend Spring Bazaar will feature purchases from local makers, artists, designers, artisans and collectors; fresh flower bouquets, mother’s day photos and photo stations; music and entertainment; craft workshops; children’s workshops and face painting; late breakfast; and delicious food and libations.
- When? Saturday and Sunday May 7 and 8, 2022, from noon to 5 pm
- More information: For more information visit this website.
Mother’s Day at iPlay America Attractions: Free Day for Moms.
Hike in Tenafly Nature Center
- What is? Celebrate Mother’s Day with a guided walk with a TNC Environmental Educator. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or just want a nice photo session with the family, a walk is the perfect activity to celebrate this special family day. All ages are welcome.
- When? on May 8.
- More information: For more information visit this website.
Mother’s Day Walks in the Short Hills
- What is? Celebrate Mother’s Day with a guided walk through our woods and learn about some of the wildflowers that grow in the spring. There will be iced tea and sweets after the walk. The entire event will take place outdoors.
- When? on May 8.
- More information: For more information visit this website.
New Jersey Parks and Forests
New Jersey is a state that is characterized by its different green spaces, forests, parks and vegetation. Celebrating Mother’s Day at some of these outdoor venues can make your date a special day with picnics, walks and other activities.
Here is a list of Garden State forests and parks known for their natural beauty. VISIT OUR LIST HERE.
Connecticut
Visit a craft fair
- Bozrah: Mother’s Day Farmer’s Market. It is celebrated on May 7, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Mother’s Day Market: East End Park will be transformed into a quaint market with chocolates, crafts and art for sale and all kinds of other vendors. This on May 7.
mother’s day celebration Hartford Yard Goats
Hartford: Hartford Yard Goats Mother’s Day Celebration. Special activities and contests. May 8, 1:00 p.m.
Other Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day in the Tri-State Area
walks and excursions
Excursions or walks are not only fun to take advantage of the good weather, but they are activities that can even bring benefits to our health due to exercise and contact with nature. And what better way to do these activities than with our moms.
The tri-state area has several parks and trails perfect for a day out. It’s just a matter of packing your shoes, a bottle of water, your backpack, good company and a good attitude to enjoy the outdoors.
Here we share some of the places you could visit.
A picnic for Mother’s Day
One of the most fun plans during good weather is to have a picnic outdoors with our loved ones, whether family or friends, to enjoy a good time. The spring and summer season are perfect for these types of activities due to the good weather.
The picnic is perfect to celebrate Mother’s Day and eat delicious food while enjoying a beautiful landscape.
Here we share the best places to have a picnic in the tri-state area.
Enjoy the cherry blossoms
Our area has different places where you can go with moms to see the cherry blossoms, take photos and enjoy this gift of spring.
Here we share the best places to enjoy this type of flower in the tri-state area.
Unique places in the tri-state area
There is no doubt that the region is full of places, events and other types of experiences for the whole family, many of them outdoors and even free. Here we share some for you to visit with your mom on Mother’s Day.
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For other activities in the tri-state area visit our Cool and Free section here.
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