From elegant Mother’s Day brunches to fun, mom-approved activities, Tampa Bay knows how to celebrate the holiday in style. From bouquet-building workshops and candle-pouring classes to high teas and brunches on the water, we’ve rounded up some of the best ways to honor Mom.
FEATURED
Spa by JW @ JW Marriott Tampa Water Street
510 Water St., Tampa | (813) 314-6680 | @spajwtampa
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with refined indulgence at the Tampa Marriott Water Street Collection. Enjoy thoughtfully curated dining specials across six signature restaurants, highlighting seasonal flavors in elegant settings designed to honor her. Enhance the experience with exclusive Mother’s Day specials at Spa by JW, inviting moments of relaxation and renewal. Complete the celebration at Flor + Palma in the JW Marriott Lobby, where guests can create a complimentary, bespoke bouquet inspired by spring’s most beautiful blooms. From artful cuisine to spa indulgence and floral creativity, this Mother’s Day is a celebration meant to be savored. For more information, visit JW Marriott Tampa Water Street.
Predalina
1001 E. Cumberland Ave., Tampa | (813) 344-3442
Whether you’re dining al fresco in the Tampa sunshine or enjoying the vibes of our dining room, Predalina is the place to celebrate Mother’s Day brunch. Treat mom to a glass of bubbly, a signature brunch tower, and other featured menu items that will leave everyone in the family with something to talk about. After brunch, take a leisurely stroll down Water Street and to Tampa’s waterfront and make her day unforgettable.
ACTIVITIES
Mother’s Day Cookie Decorating Class
Ellie Mae’s Bakery
May 1, 2026
Floral Workshop
Gemma Floral + Wine
May 2, 2026
This floral workshop is a hands-on experience creating a beautiful bouquet, with all moms receiving a complimentary glass of prosecco.
Mommy and Me High Tea
Armature Works
May 3, 2026
Enjoy an afternoon of tea, treats and family-friendly fun, including a fashion show, princess experiences, crafts and more, all benefiting local nonprofit Redefining Refuge.
Mother’s Day Bubbles & Bouquets Workshop
Central Park St Pete Food Hall
May 7, 2026
Join The Roaming Petal’s “Bubbles & Bouquets” Mother’s Day event, where guests enjoy a hands-on floral workshop to create a spring bouquet while sipping a glass of sparkling wine in a relaxed, social setting.
The Art of Caviar: A Champagne & Caviar Tasting for Mother’s Day
Chef & the Baker South Tampa
May 7, 2026
Celebrate with a champagne and caviar tasting experience, featuring a guided exploration of premium selections, elegant accompaniments and the ritual of caviar, plus Champagne service and a take-home caviar kit.
Mother’s Day & Mimosas
Board & Brush Wesley Chapel
May 8-9, 2026
Choose a wood project from the gallery and follow step-by-step instructions to create a beautiful piece for your home or as a gift. Select from a variety of paint and wood stain colors during the workshop.
Candle-Pouring and DIY Workshop
AR Workshop Tampa
May 9, 2026
During this candle-pouring and DIY workshop, create one-of-a-kind candle scents, then complete a DIY project of your choice, such as a mini plank tray, a canvas pillow, and more.
Mommy & Me Art Class
Art Paper Scissors Land O’ Lakes
May 9, 2026
Mother’s Day Treats
Sur La Table
May 9, 2026
This family-friendly class will teach guests how to create spring-inspired treats from scratch, including berry shortcakes and meringue roses.
DINING
15th Street Farm
May 10, 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day at 15th St Farm with a casual communal farm brunch featuring a small farm tour, family-style seating and a seasonal menu inspired by May’s harvest.
Beacon Tampa Rooftop Lounge
May 9, 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special edition of Beacon’s Spill the Tea, a refined tea-party experience featuring a welcome cocktail, live electric violinist and a curated selection of savory bites and assorted desserts in an elegant setting.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
May 10, 2026
Enjoy Mother’s Day brunch at the theme park with this separately ticketed event.
The Dan
May 10, 2026
Enjoy live music and a traditional brunch, plus an indulgences bar featuring assorted cakes, pastries, petit fours and cheesecakes. All moms receive a complimentary mimosa.
Driftlight Steakhouse
May 10, 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special breakfast buffet featuring a seafood station, carving and omelet stations, hot breakfast and entrée selections, a fruit and acai yogurt parfait station, cheese and charcuterie displays, and an assortment of breads and desserts.
Elliott Aster
May 10, 2026
Elliott Aster’s Mother’s Day brunch features bubbly cocktails, vibrant dishes and a menu designed to celebrate every mom.
Maestro’s Restaurant
May 10, 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Straz Center with a family-friendly brunch in Maestro’s Restaurant, featuring chef-attended carving and omelet stations, plus bottomless Champagne and mimosas.
Palihouse Hyde Park Village
May 10, 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day with an elegant high tea in the Lobby Bar & Lounge, featuring finger sandwiches, sweet and savory bites, teas, olive oil cake and a welcome glass of bubbles, with additional cocktails available for purchase.
Palmette Brasserie & Bar
May 10, 2026
This Mother’s Day brunch includes bottomless mimosas, a bouquet for Mom and live music.
Renaissance Tampa Hotel International Plaza
May 10, 2026
Enjoy an elegant brunch featuring live music, chef-inspired action stations, carving stations, sweet and savory dishes, a decadent dessert spread and optional Bloody Mary and mimosa packages.
Rusty Pelican
May 10, 2026
Enjoy a special three-course chef’s brunch and $30 bottomless mimosas.
Safety Harbor Resort and Spa
May 10, 2026
From 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., enjoy a Mother’s Day brunch featuring carving and omelet stations, a seafood boat with fresh shrimp and oysters, cheese, fruit and vegetable displays, breakfast items, pasta, hot entrées, salads, soups and decadent desserts.
Yacht StarShip Cruise
Tampa and Clearwater
May 10, 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day aboard Yacht StarShip with a two-hour brunch cruise featuring a chef-prepared buffet, complimentary drinks, DJ entertainment and scenic views of Tampa or Clearwater.
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