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More Than Flowers: Discover 5 Meaningful Activities to Celebrate Mom This Year

Happy Mothers’ Day to all the fantastic moms in advance! 

Mothers’ Day is a time to shower the amazing moms in our lives with love and appreciation. But with so many options, choosing the perfect activity can feel overwhelming. Worry not! Whether your family loves cozy relaxation, creative expression, exciting adventures, or simply spending quality time together, we’ve got you covered.

1. Netflix & Chill at home with your loved ones

 

Sometimes the sweetest self-care doesn’t require leaving your doorstep. Why not create a relaxing “Mommy Movie Marathon” right at home? Gather your favorite snacks, popcorn, and a steaming cup of tea or coffee. Drape yourself in comfy blankets and pillows, and pick out a movie (or three!) that sparks pure joy. This is your time to unwind and indulge in pure cinematic bliss.

2.Visit TULIPMANIA: Origins Of the Tulips, Gardens By The Bay

 

Image: Gardens By The Bay via Facebook

Immerse yourselves in a world of vibrant hues and intoxicating scents! Stroll through a breathtaking display of tulips. This year’s theme celebrates the rich tapestry of Turkey, promising unique and exotic varieties you won’t find elsewhere. Capture Insta-worthy memories amidst the floral wonderland. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect with nature’s beauty and celebrate motherhood in a truly unique way!

Details:

  • 29 April – 26 May 2024, 9.00am to 9.00pm
  • Flower Dome, Gardens By The Bay 
  • Admission: $12 (adults) l $8 (children aged 3 to 8 years)

3. Join a short pottery painting session

Image: Pottery Please via Instagram

This Mother’s Day, unleash your inner artist as you personalize a mug, plate, or even a vase – the perfect keepsake for displaying your Mother’s Day blooms! All pottery pieces will be food safe after they are glazed and fired, so you can use it for your delicious home cooked meal too! 

Join a 1.5-hour painting session at PotteryPlease! This Mother’s day, in collaboration with their sister brand PosyPlease, they will be having a complimentary fresh flower bar where you get to customise your own bouquets and gift it to yourself! 

Details: 

  • 10 – 12 May 2024
  • 1 Queensway, #03-40/48 Queensway Shopping Centre
  • Cost: $28 per person

Visit their website https://potterypleasee.com/ or instagram page @potterypleasee to find out more and book your slot now!

4. Enjoy music at SSO Mother’s Day Concert!

Image: Singapore Symphony Orchestra 

This Mother’s Day, treat yourself to a magical evening under the stars! Join the Singapore Symphony Orchestra for their annual Mother’s Day Concert, conducted by the orchestra’s Music Director Hans Graf himself. The concert promises a delightful selection of classical music and beloved opera excerpts. 

Try to arrive early to claim a good spot on the lawn, and just chill for a while before you get to enjoy a captivating pre-show performance at 5:35 pm by talented young musician Li Zhixin, showcasing the mesmerizing sounds of the Zhong Ruan on “Camel Bells Along the Silk Road.”

Best of all, admission is free and the concert is also pet-friendly! Gather your family for an unforgettable evening filled with music and memories. 

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate this Mother’s Day with a unique outdoor experience – a delightful symphony under the stars, surrounded by loved ones.

Details: 

  • 12 May 2024 , 6.00 pm
  • Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage, Singapore Botanic Gardens
  • Admission: Free

5. Attend Mother’s Day Special workshops/exhibitions 

  • EarthFest 2024: Mother’s Day Edition

Image: Eventbrite 

This Mother’s Day, celebrate Mom and Mother Earth at Tanglin Mall! Join the Centre for a Responsible Future for their EarthFest 2024: Mother’s Day Edition. This special weekend event offers a unique opportunity to bond with loved ones while learning about sustainable living practices. Create lasting memories and foster a deeper connection with the planet – a gift that keeps on giving!

  • Family-Friendly Activities & Workshops: Engage in a day filled with fun and educational activities for the whole family! From eco-friendly crafts to gardening workshops, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
  • Live Music & Entertainment: Groove to the rhythm of sustainability with live music performances and entertainment throughout the day. Let’s dance, laugh, and create memories together!

Details:

  • 11 – 12 May 2024, 10.00am to 6.00pm
  • Tanglin Mall, Level 1 Atrium
  • General Admission is free, but pre-registration is required. Sign up now: EarthFest 2024:Mothers’ Day
  • Mom’s Day Out @ Crane

Image: Eventbrite

Visit Crane at OCBC Wisma Atria to explore small businesses, independent artists and craftspeople, and sustainable accessories and goods! 

Come glow up with experiences and activities from local indie beauty and lifestyle brands. Chat with brands and experts for tips, tricks and advice on how to look and feel good from the inside out. Shop for beauty products, accessories, fashion and more. A fantastic day out for you mamas!

Details

  • 10-12 May 2024, 11:00am to 7:00pm 
  • Crane at OCBC Wisma Atria
  • 435 Orchard Road, #04-01 Wisma Atria, Singapore 238877 
  • Nearest MRT: Orchard (5 min walk)
  • Admission is free but registration is required! Sign up now: Mom’s Day Out @ Crane
  • Mother’s Day Special: Radiate Your Inner Beauty

Image: Eventbrite

Time to radiate your inner beauty and create your very own essential oil face serum, Eau De Toilette and hand sanitizer from certified Korean BHL & ICAD instructor, Ms Elaine! 

You will not only get to learn about the sources and characteristics about various spices and essential oils ,  but also have hands-on experience to create your own personalized oil face serum and hand sanitizer. 

Participants will be able to bring home these products:

  • 10ml Eau De Toilette

  • 20ml Hand sanitizer

  • 30ml Essential oil face serum

Details: 

  • Saturday, 11 May 2024 , 12.00pm – 1.00pm
  • Young Living Singapore Pte Ltd
  • 111 Somerset Road #05-18 Triple One Somerset Singpore, Singapore 238164
  • Admission: $45 per person , Sign up now: Radiate Your Inner Beauty Workshop 
  • Mother’s Day Floral Pressing Workshop by Fresh Off The Press

Image: Eventbrite 

Join a fun-filled 1.5h session where you will learn how to press flowers & make your own pressed flower frame to bring home!

Each participant will be entitled to make and bring home one pressed flower frame. All materials will be provided, including a range of floating frames, pre-pressed flowers, and permanent markers if you wish to personalise your frame.

Things to note:

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the workshop for registration.
  • Please bring your own bag to bring home your creation.
  • You may bring a photograph if you wish to include it in your frame. The frames will be either 13x18cm or 16x16cm. We recommend a standard Polaroid size (e.g. Fuji Instax mini 5.3cm by 8.6cm). The frames can fit a photograph size up to 10.8cm by 8.6cm.

Details: 

  • Saturday, 11 May 2024 , 10:00am to 11:30am
  • International Plaza (10 Anson Road), #27-03A, S 079903
  • Nearest MRT: Tanjong Pagar, Exit C (3 mins walk)
  • Admission: $45 per person

Sign up now! Mothers’ Day Floral Pressing Workshop 

  • Air Canada’s Flower Cart Pop-Up @ Plaza Singapura

Air Canada will be gifting mothers with a flower cart pop-up at Plaza Singapura from 9 – 12 May 2024! Visit with your family to find out about Air Canada’s new nonstop service to Vancouver with an interactive game, and receive a free bouquet of flowers this Mother’s Day.

Take part in the giveaway to win a pair of free tickets to Vancouver, offering you the chance to experience Canada firsthand! 

Details: 

  • 9 -12 May 2024
  • Plaza Singapura 
  • Admission: Free