Celebrate Mother's Day with Activities Ranging from Brunch, Walks, Dances & More
Treat Mom to a Day in the Park
Release Date: 03/26/07
The Chicago Park District hosts Mother’s Day celebrations at parks throughout the city May 5 – 19. Events include a mini-spa, brunches, teas, dances and a walk. Some programs are admission free or have entrance fees to cover meals and snacks. Please contact each individual park for additional information, or visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com. Following is the schedule of events:
Mother's Day Pampering Party
Saturday, May 5
1 - 6 p.m.
Brainerd Park, 1246 W. 92nd St.
312-747-6027
Free admission; additional cost for spa services; recommended for ages 18 & over.
Spoil mom for a change with manicures, pedicures, facials and massages in the park. Services are available for a fee.
Pre- Mother's Day Event
Saturday, May 5
1- 4 p.m.
Washington Park, 5531 S. Martin Luther King Dr.
773-256-1248
$7 admission; recommended for all ages
Bring mom to an event filled with food, music, singing and prizes.
Mother's Day Walk
Saturday, May 5
Noon - 2 p.m.
Humboldt Park, 1440 N. Sacramento Ave.
312-742-7549
Free admission; recommended for all ages
Get some exercise on a healthy, scenic walk through Humboldt Park.
Queen for a Day Banquet
Wednesday, May 9
5 – 7 p.m.
Lincoln Park Cultural Center, 2045 N. Lincoln Park West
312-742-7726
$5 admission; all mothers and grandmothers receive free admission with a family member’s paid admission; reservations required; recommended for all ages.
Treat your mother or grandmother like the queen she is at this royal banquet.
Mother’s Day Dinner
Thursday, May 10
6 - 9 p.m.
Rainbow Beach and Park, 3111 E. 77th St.
312-745-1479
$20 adults, $10 children; recommended for all ages
This night out is complete with a catered buffet-style dinner and three hours of live music and entertainment.
Mother's Day Tea
Friday, May 11
5 – 7 p.m.
Sherwood Park, 5701 S. Shields Ave.
773-256-0926
Free admission; recommended for ages 6 – 12
Children in the Park Kids program read poetry professing their affection for mom at this early evening tea.
Mother & Son Dance
Friday, May 11
6 - 9 p.m.
LaFollette Park, 1333 N. Laramie Ave.
773-287-0541
$10 per couple; recommended for all ages
Mothers and sons step out for a night of dancing, food and light refreshments.
Mother & Son Dance
Friday, May 11
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Loyola Park, 1230 W. Greenleaf Ave.
773-262-8605
$5 per person, recommended for all ages
Sons take their mothers out on a date complete with dancing, a delicious hot dinner and a commemorative photo.
Mother's Day Brunch
Saturday, May 12
9 - 11 a.m.
Pulaski Park, 1419 W. Blackhawk St.
312-742-7559
Free admission; recommended for all ages
Event includes continental breakfast, music, crafts and more.
Family Focus Picnic
Saturday, May 12
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Tilton Playground, 305 N. Kostner Ave.
773-287-0806
Free admission; recommended for all ages
Event features food, games, sports, face painting and more.
Mother’s Day Arts & Crafts
Saturday, May 12
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Pottawattomie Park, 7340 N. Rogers Ave.
773-262-5835
$5 admission; recommended for all ages
Children and their moms will enjoy making crafts and snacking on tasty treats.
Mother’s Day Brunch
Saturday, May 12
1 – 3 p.m.
Kennicott Park, 4434 S. Lake Park Ave.
312-747-7138
$10 admission; $5 for ages 12 & under; recommended for all ages
Bruch includes performances, games, prizes and food.
Mommy & Me Tea
Saturday, May 12
Noon – 1 p.m.
Touhy Park, 7348 N. Paulina St.
773-262-6737
$3 per person; recommended for all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult.
Children and their mothers will enjoy treats, crafts and other fun activities to make mom feel special for the day.
Mother’s Day Brunch
Saturday, May 12
Noon – 2 p.m.
Emmerson Park, 1820 W. Granville Ave.
773-761-0433
$5 admission; recommended for all ages
Share the afternoon with your mother at a leisurely brunch.
Mother’s Day Brunch
Saturday, May 19
Noon – 3 p.m.
West Pullman Park, 401 W. 123rd St.
312-747-7090
$7 admission; recommended for all ages
This special day is filled with food, music, dancing and prizes.
- Contact Phone: 312 742 7529