Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12th, 2024 and there are some great deals and specials around town just for moms.
Plus, we’ve rounded up some great brunch options.
Here are our favorite ideas for celebrating mom this weekend:
1. Milwaukee Public Museum
The Milwaukee Public Museum offers one free adult admission on Mother’s Day.
To reserve your one free adult admission, call 414-278-2728.
2. Milwaukee County Zoo
Say hello to all of the animals at the Milwaukee County Zoo, especially the moms!
All mothers receive free admission on Sunday, May 12th. Parking and attraction fees remain in effect.
Take time to visit some of the Zoo’s animal moms including prehensile-tailed porcupine, Quinn, giraffes Ziggy and Marlee.
You can also visit the African lioness Patty Sharptooth, and her two offspring Eloise and Amira. Zookeepers say that they best time to see her out and about is in the morning. Look for a straight edge on her left ear, where she was bitten by a another lion at her previous zoo.
3. Free Admission for moms at Discovery World
Discovery World invites you to celebrate Mother’s Day endlessly exploring their amazing exhibits and Wisconsin’s largest aquarium. As a special treat, all moms will receive free admission for the day.
4. Harley Davidson Museum
Receive one (1) Harley-Davidson Museum General Admission adult ticket when you mention the Mother’s Day offer. Valid for entry only on Sunday, May 12, 2024, for in-person use at the Harley-Davidson Museum.
Check out 5 Fun Things To Do With Kids at the Harley Davidson Museum.
5. Bookworm Gardens
1415 Campus Dr., Sheboygan, WI 53081
bookwormgardens.org
Bookworm Gardens is an absolute must-visit, whimsical children’s garden based completely on children’s literature. The two-acre garden offers the young and young-at-heart the opportunity for free, unstructured play in a beautiful and secure environment.This Mother’s Day weekend, birds will be chirping, flowers will be blooming, stories will be read, and memories will be made. After you explore the beauty of spring at the Gardens, moms get to choose a Bookworm-inspired gift to take home (while supplies last). Plus, mothers get FREE admission to the Gardens!
6. Old World Wisconsin
At Old World Wisconsin, W372 S9727 Highway 67, Eagle, moms get free admission on Mother’s Day by mentioning their mom status at the admission gate.
Old World Wisconsin hours on Mother’s Day are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
7. East Troy Railroad
Take a step back in time on the East Troy Railroad, and ride the train from the depot to Elegant Farmer. You can pick up some ice cream while you’re there and enjoy the countryside scenery.
Moms ride free on Mother’s Day!
More Events
The Domes is also doing a Mother’s Day event, though they are not offering free admission.
The Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens is offering a free event for families this year. However, it does not include free admission to the gardens.
Lowlands Cafes typically treat moms to one complimentary “Mom-osa” or Lowlands Brewing Collaborative bier.
If you’re looking to take the whole family to brunch, here are 25 brunch spots that are especially family-friendly.
Lowlands Cafes typically treat moms to one complimentary “Mom-osa” or Lowlands Brewing Collaborative bier.
Check back for more Mother’s Day specials to be added as the big day gets closer. Cheers to you!
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