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Mother’s Day weekend in Gainesville and Alachua County begins Friday and blooms into a full lineup of ways to celebrate, unwind, and make a little magic together. Whether you’re planning something thoughtful, adventurous or delightfully low key, this is your invitation to celebrate the ones who make life feel a little brighter.
From garden brunches and local markets to time on the water and a few unexpected finds, here’s how to turn Mother’s Day into a weekend worth savoring.
High Tea at TeaTime Tranquility & Treasures
Date: May 8-10, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 14521 Main St., Alachua
Details: Special Mother’s Day high tea service in a cozy, vintage-inspired setting
Reservations: Required, call 386-243-9199
Mother’s Day Concert at the Levitt AMP Alachua Music Series
Date: May 8, 2026
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Location: Skinner Field, Alachua
Details: Live music by Sheba the Mississippi Queen, plus food trucks, kids’ activities, raffles and complimentary flowers for the first 100 moms
Saturday is made for wandering. Think flower fields, vintage treasures and small-town charm across Alachua, Archer, High Springs and Newberry. It’s the perfect day to explore, shop and enjoy the little moments along the way.
High Springs Mother’s Day Spring Thrift Crawl
Date: May 9, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Downtown High Springs
Details: Vintage shopping event with multiple stops and a prize punch card experience
Mother’s Day Pop Up at Two Sisters Coffee Co.
Date: May 9, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: 25250 W. Newberry Road, Newberry
Details: Plant pop up with Cedar Creek Family Farm, free kids craft activity and gift shopping
Sip and Shop at Landscapes Unlimited Nursery
Date: May 9, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: 18291 April Blvd., Alachua
Details: Live music, refreshments, plant sales and locally made gifts
Admission: Free
U Pick Flower Festival at The Bryer Patch
Date: May 9-10, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 5700 SW 250th St., Newberry
Details: U pick sunflowers, zinnias and wildflowers, plus hayrides, photo opportunities and family activities
47th Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Cultural Arts Festival
Date: May 9, 2026
Time: noon to 6 p.m.
Location: Wilson Robinson Park, 13975 SW 174th St., Archer, Fla. 32618
Details: Live entertainment, sports tournaments, vendors and family activities
Cost: Free
If you’re looking to start the day with something a little unexpected, there are plenty of ways to celebrate beyond the usual.
Mother’s Day at River Ranch Water Park
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Location: 23400 NW 212th Ave., High Springs
Details: Wave pool, lazy river, water slides and recreational activities
Cost: $19 admission, free for moms
Muffins and Mimosas Art Market at Artisans Guild Gallery
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 224 NW 2nd Ave., Gainesville
Details: Local art, refreshments and guest artist features
For the outdoorsy moms, the weekend flows right into fresh air and sunshine with a couple of memorable ways to get outside.
Mother of the Santa Fe Paddle
Date: May 9, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Lake Santa Fe, 6116 Trout St., Melrose, Fla. 32666
Details: Group paddle at the headwaters of the Santa Fe River. Bring your own equipment or coordinate rentals through DJ’s Kayak Rental
Registration: Required, [email protected]
UF IFAS Family Fishing Day
Date: May 9, 2026
Time: 8 a.m. to noon
Location: 7922 NW 71st St., Gainesville
Details: Catch-and-release fishing with equipment and guidance provided
Cost: Free
There’s no better place to celebrate than around the table, and Gainesville’s brunch scene is ready to impress. From elegant spreads to relaxed farm gatherings, each option brings its own flavor to the day.
Covey Kitchen + Cocktails at Hotel ELEO
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 1514 SW 14th St., Gainesville, Fla. 32608
Details: Chef-driven brunch buffet featuring locally inspired dishes, seasonal specialties, mimosas and signature cocktails
Reservations: Listed Here
Mother’s Day Brunch with a View at Spurrier’s Gridiron Grill
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: 4860 Steve Spurrier Way, Gainesville, Fla. 32608
Details: Elevated brunch classics and specialty cocktails with an inviting view from Visors Rooftop
Reservations: Listed Here
Mother’s Day Jazz Brunch at First Magnitude Brewing Company
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: noon to 3 p.m.
Location: 1220 SE Veitch St., Gainesville, Fla. 32601
Details: Live jazz by the Jazz Bandits with brunch offerings from Frenchmen Street Food
Cost: Free admission
Bubbles, Brunch & Mom at Blackadder Brewing Company
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: noon to 4 p.m.
Location: 618 NW 60th St Ste A, Gainesville, Fla. 32607
Details: Moms receive one complimentary beverage of their choice; enjoy a speciality Mother’s Day wine-based cocktail
Cost: Free admission
Mother’s Day Brunch at Best Western Gateway Grand
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: 4200 N.W. 97th Blvd., Gainesville, Fla. 32606
Details: Enjoy traditional brunch favorites in addition to a carving station and specialty cocktails
Cost: $20 to $47
Reservations: Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Best Western Gateway Grand Tickets, Sunday, May 10 • 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM | Eventbrite
Mother’s Day Brunch and Market at Frog Song Organics
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: 4317 NE U.S. Highway 301, Hawthorne
Details: Plant-based, gluten-free buffet with farm tours and market shopping
Cost: $20 to $37
Reservations: Required, [email protected]
Mother’s Day Brunch at Sweetwater Branch Inn
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: 652 E. University Ave., Gainesville, Fla. 32601
Details: Garden-style brunch buffet in a historic inn setting
Reservations: [email protected]
Local Provisions Mother’s Day Brunch
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: 13005 SW 1st Road, Suite 129, Newberry, Fla. 32669
Details: A neighborhood favorite offering a relaxed, chef-driven brunch with fresh, seasonal dishes and classic comfort favorites in a warm, welcoming setting
Reservations: [email protected]
Mother’s Day at The Great Outdoors Restaurant
Date: May 10, 2026
Time: Opens at 11 a.m., live music from 5 to 8 p.m.
Location: 18587 High Springs Main St.
Details: Dinner specials and patio live music
However you choose to celebrate, Mother’s Day in Gainesville and Alachua County is full of reasons to linger a little longer, laugh a little louder, and soak up time with the people who matter most.
Find more reasons to celebrate with Gainesville and Alachua County’s award-winning guide of weekly events. Sign up for the What’s Good® or visit the online calendar of events.
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Don’t see your Mother’s Day event listed? If you would like to see your Alachua County Mother’s Day brunch or event listed on the blog, please send your information to [email protected] for consideration. Thank you.
