Where to Enjoy a Special Mother’s Day Weekend in Cincinnati.
Mother’s Day Events in Cincinnati offer special ways to celebrate, honor, and enjoy time with loved ones. From family-friendly activities to brunch, options suit every preference. Explore Cincinnati’s best Mother’s Day celebrations, including food, entertainment, and unique experiences.
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Dine at a Black-Owned Restaurant with Table Service
Park Place Restaurant
Classic American dishes for lunch or dinner, like burgers, steaks, seafood, and more.
1185 Kemper Meadow Drive #4118, Cincinnati, OH 45240 (Forest Park)
513-825-8888
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Boomtown Biscuits and Whiskey
Southern-cooked foods include biscuits, fried chicken, ribs, pork, whiskey, and more for lunch or dinner.
9039 US-42 Suite H, Union, KY 41091 (Union)
859-384-5910
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Southern Grace Eats
Homestyle foods include meatloaf, country-fried steak, shrimp and grits, fried fish, fried chicken, pasta, and shepherd’s pie for lunch or dinner.
3751 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45212 (Evanston)
513-818-8182
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Soul Secrets
Soul food staples include gumbo, jambalaya, fried catfish, shrimp, and grits for lunch or dinner.
1434 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Downtown/Over-the-Rhine)
513-721-7685
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2025 Mother’s Day Weekend Events and Activities in Cincinnati
Braids and Bonds
May 9, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Elevate Office (Liberty)
$80
Enjoy braiding tutorials, curly hair care tips, and community connection for curl-conscious mothers seeking skill-building and self-care.
Mother’s Day Breakfast at the Cincinnati Museum Center
May 10, 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Cincinnati Museum Center (Queensgate)
$60+
Enjoy delicious bites with friends and family at an exclusive Mother’s Day breakfast, then step into the world of Barbie™: A Cultural Icon and relive childhood memories together.
Pre-Mother’s Day Brunch Conference and Paint and Sip
May 10, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
The Candler Event Hall (Glendale)
$50
Enjoy brunch, a physical, mental, and spiritual health conference, a Paint and Sip session, shopping with various vendors, and entertainment, all while enjoying food and drinks.
Hats Off To Moms – Fashion Show and Luncheon
May 10, 12:30 – 3:30
Masonic Lodge (Norwood)
$30
Enjoy a fashion show and lunch afterwards, featuring seasonal dishes from local Black-owned catering partners.
Mother’s Day Candle-Making Experience
May 10, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
On the Rhine Eatery (OTR)
$50
Enjoy guest speakers, swag bags, a cash bar, music, love, laughter, and candle-making. This is a 21+ event.
Mother’s Day at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
May 11, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cincinnati Zoo (Avondale)
Free
Every mom who comes to the Zoo on Mother’s Day will get in for Free. Free seeds can be picked up as well.
Mother’s Day Brunch at the Cincinnati Art Museum
May 11, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cincinnati Art Museum (Mt. Adams)
$21.95 – $47.95
Celebrate Mother’s Day by having brunch at the Terrace Café! Then, enjoy the exhibitions and collections.
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Smoke On the River BBQ Fest
May 9 – 11, Times vary
Convington Plaza (Convington)
Free
The festival’s focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients is evident in the mouthwatering BBQ offerings from the top pitmasters.
Loveland Food Truck Rally
May 10, 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Shoppers Haven Plaza (Loveland)
Free
Prepare your taste buds for a culinary adventure with an impressive lineup of 25 food trucks to satisfy every craving.
Art on Vine Mother’s Day Tradition
May 11, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Washington Park (OTR)
Free
The fine art and handmade goods market features over 80 artists and makers from Ohio and beyond.
OTR Funplex Cincinnati
1112 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 (OTR)
513-675-0525
An entertainment venue offering fun experiences, including escape rooms, a splatter paint room, a smash room, slime making, and more. Situated in the downtown district of Over-The-Rhine, the activities offered will make any celebration worthwhile!
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Celebrate Mother’s Day in Cincinnati with meaningful experiences that show appreciation and love. From brunch to special events, opportunities to make lasting memories are everywhere. Choose a celebration that honors the mothers and figures who make a difference daily.
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