Tea and a Tour

A historic Layton Castle tour is the perfect way to spend Mother’s Day! Share local baked goods and a cup of tea with your mom while learning about the rich history behind the breathtaking grounds that make it so special.

Ouachita RiverFest

Ouachita RiverFest is an event for the whole family to enjoy, especially your mom. With live music, delicious food trucks, artisan vendors, a big fishing tournament, a kid's play area, and a rubber duck drop into the Ouachita River, she won't know what to do first!

Landry Vineyards Concert

Who doesn't love a good glass of wine and live music? Sip on Landry Vineyards wine while you and your mom sing along and dance to Code Blue & The Flatliners rock, country, and dance mix melodies!

Wineaux Yoga

What goes better with yoga than wine? I'll wait. Bring your mom to Thirsty Farmer Winery & Vineyard for a one-of-a-kind yoga experience! Enjoy a relaxing session with a glass of wine on the side. The perfect addition to an eventful Mother's Day weekend!

Go Shopping on Antique Alley

Antique Alley is full of boutiques, antique shops, and specialty shops that your mom is sure to love! From Eleven 26 Boutique and The Trenton House, to Cotton Port Antiques and more, there is so much to choose from. Get ready to shop 'til you drop!

Build a Bouquet at Southern Flower Exchange

Take your mother to build her own bouquet at the Southern Flower Exchange! Who wouldn't want their own customized flower arrangement? Choose from an array of different florals to find what perfectly matches her personality.

Explore the Biedenharn Museum and Gardens

From beautiful gardens and architecture, to historical exhibits and Coca-Cola memorabilia, there is a lot to love about the Biedenharn Museum and Gardens! This perfect Mother’s Day destination is ready to take you and your mom on a day full of adventure. After you get to see what all the museum and gardens has to offer, be sure to pick up a 5-cent bottled coke. Yes, you read that right...5-cent bottled coke!

Go Mural Hunting

Local artists in MWM have painted vibrant murals across the Twin Cities that are waiting to be discovered! Start with the postcard murals in Monroe-West Monroe. West Monroe’s is located in Antique Alley on the backside of JAC's Craft Smokehouse, and Monroe’s can be found across the parking lot from the Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum. Next, visit Art Alley, where you can find changing murals that feature fun backgrounds such as "Hello Sunshine!", planets, rainbows, a giant purple iris and more. There are also four Coca-Cola murals to check out. After, make your way to the Ouachita Candy Company, whose outside wall showcases colorful murals created by 13 local artists.

Biscuits for Breakfast

If you've never been to Delta Biscuit Co., a Mother's Day breakfast is the perfect time to go! Start the day off right with their buttery biscuits and whipped cane butter. With menu items ranging from sweet beignets and waffles, to savory omelets and quinoa bowls, you and your mom are guaranteed to find the best breakfast spread here.

Lunch Date with Mom

Bring your mom to Okaloosa's for a delicious one-of-a-kind lunch. Try one of their signature cocktails, crispy Boardwalk Fries, or even the Smokehouse Smash Burger. Yum...there's just too many to choose from!

Coffee Break

Need a little midday pick-me-up after a fun day of quality time with your mother? Then of course, coffee is what you need! Swing by The Coffee Bean to pick up a cup of joe to fuel the rest of this exciting weekend!

A Delectable Dinner

Milano's Italian Grill will have all of your mother's favorite Italian cuisines. Lasagna, authentic Italian pizza, and breadsticks are just a few of the incredible dishes they have to offer. Don't forget about dessert...Their tiramisu is a must for the perfect end to a perfect Mother's Day weekend!