How to Spend Mother's Day Weekend in Downtown Denver

Downtown Denver knows how to celebrate. This Mother's Day weekend, the neighborhood is pulling out all the stops with brunches worth savoring, experiences worth remembering, and gifts worth giving. Here is where to take mom.

Eat & Drink

In Bloom Mother's Day Tea May 9 & 10 | 1310 Bannock St.

The Center for Colorado Women's History is hosting a multi-day Mother's Day Tea featuring Lady Lavender Black Tea alongside savory and sweet bites from local woman-owned business Miss Peabody's Southern Tea Cakes. Each visit includes a docent-led tour of the historic house on-site, followed by a one-hour tea seating.

Mother's Day Brunch at Dazzle May 10 | 1080 14th St.

Dazzle is serving up a special Mother's Day brunch alongside a live performance by Bailey Hinkley Grogan. Tickets required!

Chez Maggy May 9 & 10 | 1616 Market St.

Chez Maggy is celebrating Mother's Day with a French-inspired menu of classic entrees, pastries, and savory snacks. Reservations are recommended.

Love You A Brunch, Mom at Kachina Cantina May 10 | 1890 Wazee St.

Kachina Cantina is offering a four-station buffet brunch with elevated takes on Mexican favorites like Shakshuka Chilaquiles and Matcha Conchas, plus mimosas.

Mother's Day Brunch at Tamayo May 10 | 1400 Larimer St.

Tamayo's special edition Bottomless Brunch features Modern Mexican dishes alongside free-flowing mimosas, Bloody Marias, and margaritas.

Mimosas & Memories with Mom: Brunch at Elway's May 10 | 1881 Curtis St.

Elway's at The Ritz-Carlton is offering a three-course Mother's Day brunch with seasonal starters, entree choices, and a dessert atelier featuring flourless chocolate tortes, lemon meringue tartlets, warm bread pudding, and more. Reservations are required!

Mother's Day at Ocean Prime May 10 |1465 Larimer St.

Ocean Prime is open for both brunch and dinner on Mother's Day, with signature cocktails and classic menu favorites. Reservations are available now.

Do Something Special

Colorado Rockies Home Run 5K May 9 | 2001 Blake St.

Lace up for a 3.1-mile run through downtown and a lap around the warning track at Coors Field, benefiting the Colorado Rockies Baseball Club Foundation. Post-race festivities include food, refreshments, and a beer garden.

Decadence & Design: A Luxe Flower BouqCake Decorating Experience May 9 | 1881 Curtis St.

The Ritz-Carlton is hosting an intimate cake-decorating class led by Sous Chef Stella Wright, where guests craft their own mini floral-inspired cake while enjoying Champagne and cocktails. Each participant leaves with their finished cake, a custom apron, and a hand-signed recipe card.

Shop & Gift

MCA Denver Gift Shop, 1485 Delgany St.

The MCA Denver gift shop has curated a Mother's Day collection featuring jewelry, incense, puzzles, and more. A great stop for something creative and unexpected.

Hangin' N Slangin' | 950 16th St

From 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., browse over 80 local vendors selling curated vintage, handmade jewelry, original art, and home goods, perfect for finding a Mother's Day gift.

Beet & Yarrow + Tattered Cover at Denver Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St.

Now through Mother's Day, shoppers who purchase a bouquet or arrangement from Beet & Yarrow receive 15% off at Tattered Cover, and vice versa. Tattered Cover has also curated a selection of books recommended by moms for the occasion.

Luna Flowers, 1655 Larimer St.

Stop by to get fresh blooms to round out any Mother's Day celebration.

Rest & Recharge

Give mom the gift of wellness this Mother's Day. Downtown Denver is home to several spas and wellness studios offering treatments worth gifting, including Sway Wellness, Oxford Club and Spa, Hydrate IV Bar, Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa, and Elixir Mind Body Massage. Check with each location directly for Mother's Day availability and gift card options.

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