When She Asks What We’re Doing for Mother’s Day, Here’s Your Answer
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“Are you coming over tomorrow?” you’ll almost certainly hear your mother say over the phone.
Mother’s Day is tomorrow and you’ve got nothing. I mean, yes, you’re planning on stopping in the markdown floral section at Kroger and grabbing a card off of the revolving wire display, but “What are we doing?” is the million-dollar question, and CandysDirt.com is here to help!
Swiss Avenue Historic District Mother’s Day Home Tour
What: This year marks the 50th annual home tour of the Swiss Avenue Historic District, so you know this one is going to be good.
On the tour you’ll see “the elegant rear garden of a pure Prairie Style Mansion; the oldest house in the District, another magnificent Prairie; an expansive Frank Lloyd Wright inspired masterpiece; a Hal Thomson-designed French Eclectic confection with Beaux Arts Elements; and a stately Tudor Manor House, known as the Crown Jewel of Swiss Avenue.”
Don’t feel like walking? Take in the tour in style in an air-conditioned mini-coach or in “period-style” in a horse-drawn carriage! Be sure to stop for refreshments and snacks at a food truck in Savage Park.
When: Saturday and Sunday, May 10-11
More Info: website | Tickets are $30
Aaron Family Jewish Community Center Bagel Run
What: The “Mother of All Runs” has been a longstanding annual tradition at the Dallas JCC, and this year they’re celebrating their 39th go-around.
Start the day with the run of your choice — a kids fun run, 5K, or 10K — and finish up with plenty of time to indulge in a guilt-free brunch. Race day registration is available from 7:15 to 7:50 a.m., and the races begin at 8 a.m.
When: Sunday, May 11
More Info: website | Registration fees start at $20 for kids, $50 for the 5k, and $55 for the 10k
Mother’s Day at Reunion Tower
What: Enjoy Mother’s Day with a view from Dallas’ iconic Reunion Tower! Head to the Geo Deck for a guided tour and complimentary souvenir photo. Listen to live music from Mountain Natives, a local husband-and-wife indie duo whose tunes are just as beautiful as your sky-high surroundings. There will also be hand-crafted crochet flowers for Mom.
When: Sunday, May 11
More Info: website | Tickets run from as low as $16 for seniors up to $40 for adults depending on what you’ll be doing.
The Butterfly Experience at Energy Gardens
What: Celebrate Mom with a hands-on experience in the garden. Energy Gardens is hosting this Saturday event where each guest will plant their own flower and release a live butterfly in a beautiful celebration of life, growth, and love. Great photo opportunities and memories are here for the whole family!
When: Saturday, May 10
More info: Instagram | website
An Oinktastic Day Out With Peppa Pig
What: It’s an exciting occasion for Peppa and her family as they celebrate a new addition to the family this Mother’s Day. Moms get into the park free, and up to three guests will get 50% off admission with the link below. Explore gentle rides, immersive activities, character meet-and-greets, and an exciting celebration welcoming Peppa and George’s new baby sister just in time for Mother’s Day!
When: Sunday, May 11
More info: website
