9 events to celebrate Mother's Day in Albuquerque

Elizabeth Tucker, Albuquerque Journal, N.M.
·3 min read

Apr. 24—Mother's Day is the second Sunday in May. If you are looking for ways to treat your mom, these nine events in Albuquerque are worth checking out.

From paint and sips to zoo visits, this eclectic events list has something for everyone.

To compile this list, I sorted through pages of events on Google in search of Mother's Day events.

1. Mother's Day Print Workshop

Learn the art of screen printing while enjoying hors d'oeuvres and drinks. There will be two sessions with only 20 slots each.

LOCATION: 4400 Silver SE

HOURS: Session 1: 6-7:30 p.m.; Session 2: 7:30-9 p.m. May 10

COST: $60, purchase tickets online

2. Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Celebrate moms with a tea party at Snapdragon Tea. The meal consists of an appetizer, savory and dessert course. Gluten-free and vegan options are available.

LOCATION: 115 Harvard SE, 505-750-2040

HOURS: Reservations can be made for between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. May 10-12

COST: $34.95 per adult, $18.50 for the children's menu

3. Mother's Day Bath bombs

Bring your mom to a bath bomb workshop at the Lomas Tramway Library. Together build a one-of-a-kind bath bomb for her to enjoy.

LOCATION: Lomas Tramway Library, 908 Eastridge NE, 505-291-6295

HOURS: 10:30-11:30 a.m. May 11

COST: Free

4. "Mindful Mamas" Mother's Day Yoga

AT Home Realty Group is hosting a Mother's Day Yoga session out in nature at Mariposa Basin Park.

LOCATION: 4900 Kachina NE

HOURS: 10-11 a.m. May 11

COST: Free, but registration is requested, register online

5. The Mama Bear Market

Come enjoy a day of shopping and eating at Boxing Bear Brewing Co. There will be more than 20 vendors offering jewelry, art, soaps, pottery and glassworks. There will also be a free photo booth.

LOCATION: 8420 Firestone NE, 505-503-6341

HOURS: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. May 11

COST: Free

6. Mother's Day at the Zoo

Celebrate mothers of the animal kingdom in all shapes and sizes. There will be live music performances and education on how mother animals raise their young at the zoo.

LOCATION: 903 10th SW, 505-768-2000

HOURS: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 12

COST: Varies based on residency. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.

7. Mother's Day — Enjoy the Ride Paint and Sip

Enjoy unwinding with a drink as you follow step-by-step painting instructions. Non-alcoholic drinks are also available. There is an option to add a candle making craft for an additional fee.

LOCATION: 8510 Montgomery NE, 505-867-2468

HOURS: 1-3 p.m. May 12

COST: Starting at $39 per person, an additional $20 fee for candle making

8. Mother's Day in Old Town

Celebrate moms in Old Town with food, shopping, live music, dancing and more. Kids activities include a 25-foot climbing wall and free face painting.

LOCATION: Streets in and around Historic Old Town will be closed to traffic for the Mother's Day festivities. Free parking will be available at the Albuquerque Museum

HOURS: 1-5 p.m. May 12

COST: Free

9. Mother's Day Tea Party at Lush

Enjoy a fresh cup of tea while making a bath bomb and other spring-themed crafts. Participants are encouraged to wear fresh and floral clothing.

LOCATION: Lush at Uptown, 2260 Q NE, 505-888-8804

HOURS: 1:30-3 p.m. May 12

COST: $30 per person, or $50 for two people