Celebrate your mom this Mother’s Day with a fun weekend of events and activities. You can go for a traditional Mother’s Day brunch, whale watching or head to a spring market. Whatever your mom is into, there is plenty to do for Mother’s Day in Mount Vernon and throughout Skagit County.
My Cup of Tea Room
127 E Fairhaven Avenue, Burlington
360.419.9090
My Cup of Tea will have their annual Mother’s Day tea again this year. They will have a special afternoon tea both on Saturday and Sunday of Mother’s Day weekend from 10 a.m, with a last seating at 3:30 p.m. My Cup of Tea has outdoor and indoor seating. Ask about gluten free tea menu items. Reservations are required.
Whale and Wildlife Adventure
May 14
Blue Kingdom Tours
Have a mom that loves wildlife? This is a fun activity the whole family (over 6 years old) will enjoy. Hit the Sound in an open-air, zodiac-style vessel to search for orcas, humpbacks grays and minkes, along with many other species of wildlife that call Puget Sound home. Your guide is a marine naturalist that can tell you all about the majestic creatures you spot. They also provide cruiser suits to keep you warm and a bathroom is on board! Learn more and purchase tickets at the Blue Kingdom Tour website..
Deception Pass Clinic
May 13-14
Anacortes Kayak Tours
2009 Skyline Way, Anacortes
Have an adventurous mom? Why not take this clinic that will teach you both how to master Deception Pass in a kayak. Skills taught include how to read the water; identify and navigate hazards; paddle efficiently and more. Learn more and register on the Body Boat Blade website.
PNW Artesian Marketplace
Christianson’s Nursery
15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon
The PNW Artesian Marketplace is open April 21 through May 20 and is a great place to take mom on Mother’s Day weekend. Two stories of painters, baked good, pet items, clothing, photography, fabric and glass art, food, candles, garden art, jewelry and more are waiting to be explored! (Also a great place to find Mother’s Day gifts!). Learn more at the Tulip Festival website.
Singin’ In The Rain
May 5-27
Anacortes Community Theatre
918 M Avenue, Anacortes
If your mom loves a good musical, get your tickets for the Anacortes Community Theatre production of “Singin’ In The Rain.” It a great activity for you and your mom on Mother’s Day weekend. Purchase tickets on the Anacortes Community Theatre website.
