Let’s face the facts: no one does brunch quite like New Yorkers on Mother’s Day. But why stop at bellinis and frittatas? This year – more than ever – there are a number of activities the city has to offer for post-brunch family time. From high teas and wine festivals to mommy-and-me yoga classes, events in all boroughs will honor Mother’s Day this weekend. Check out our roundup below.
Family Yoga
Take some time to relax this Mother’s Day. Yogi Bean is hosting Mother’s Day-themed classes of both Family Yoga and Me & My Bean. Family classes emphasize collaboration with group games and poses, while Me & My Bean classes teach basic yoga poses with songs and games.
Family Yoga at Yogi Beans
May 9th, ages 2-4, 9:30 a.m., ages 4-8, 10:10 a.m., ages 9-13 11:10 a.m.
Tickets: $25
1018 Lexington Ave., 2 Fl.
Upper East Side
www.yogibeans.com/schedule/ues.php
Me & My Bean Yoga at Pure Yoga West
May 10th, ages walkers-3, 10:30 a.m. & ages 3-5, 11:15 a.m.
Tickets: $25
204 W. 77th St. at Broadway
Upper West Side
www.yogibeans.com/schedule/uws.php
Lincoln Center Kids Spring Fling
This annual event is perfect for the little ones. Head to Lincoln Center for sing-a-longs, scavenger hunts, crafting and more. Best of all: it’s free to the public. The event runs from 11am – 2pm on Saturday, May 9th.
Lincoln Center, Josie Robertson Plaza and David Rubenstein Atrium
10 Lincoln Center Plaza
May 9th, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Tickets: Free
http://lc.lincolncenter.org/shows/212273?show_date=2015-05-09%2011:00:00
Ricky’s NYC Mother’s Day Beauty Party
Glam up this Mother’s Day with complimentary makeovers, free giveaways and live demos from some of the top beauty brands at Ricky’s on 27th Street. The Beauty Party is free and runs from 6PM to 9PM on Friday, May 8th. Sign up now!
Ricky’s NYC (at 27th Street)
369 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10016
Friday, May 8, 2015
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/rickys-nyc-mothers-day-beauty-party-tickets-16755296543?aff=es2
Mother’s Day Weekend Picnic in Queens Botanical Garden
Enjoy a day in the sun at the picturesque Queens Botanical Garden. There will be food trucks by the plenty and a QBG Craft Table where children can make botanical-themed treats. The event runs from 10AM to 3PM on Sunday, and tickets for entry range from $2-$4.
Queens Botanical Garden
May 10th, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 12:30-3 p.m.
Tickets to QBG: $4 adults, $3 seniors, $2 students with ID and children 3-12
43-50 Main St.
Flushing
718-886-3800
http://www.queensbotanical.org/article/385780
New York City Spring Wine Festival
Need we say more? Taste over 200 wines at one of the 2 sessions on Saturday, May 9th – in either the afternoon or evening. There will be delectable bites to try at a number of artisan food tables, in addition to a live contemporary jazz band. Count us in.
NYC Spring Wine Festival
Saturday, May 9, 2015
3pm to 6pm or 8pm to 11pm
Tickets: $99
Broad Street Ballroom
41 Broad Street
http://www.newyorkwineevents.com/events/nyc-spring-wine-festival/?afmc=socialeyes
Mother’s Day Tea Party at Taste Buds Kitchen
For a traditional tea party, grab your budding chef and head to Taste Buds Kitchen, where you and the little one will learn to make your own blueberry scones. Festive attire is encouraged and advanced registration is required, so call 212-242-2248 to reserve a spot. The event runs on both May 9th and 10th.
Mother’s Day Tea and “Rawther” Fancy Flowers at Eloise at The Plaza
Eloise fans rejoice! Relive the classic story and head to The Plaza for fancy tea and a gift-making party. Kids will decorate flower pots, and Gramercy Flowers will be planted in each pot at the end of the event for moms to take home as their own personalized gift.
Eloise at The Plaza
May 8th, 4-5 p.m.
Tickets: $75 per child and $50 per adult
Concourse level of The Plaza Hotel
768 5th Ave. at 59th St.
www.theplazany.com/shops/eloise-at-the-plaza/
Basic Brunch Bonanza
Need some additional classic Brunch options? GrubStreet rounded up 17 fantastic spots around the city of all different price points. Check out their list to make your reservation today.
Photos courtesy of Redtri, Yogi Bean, Queens Botanical Garden, The Plaza, Peter Weller
