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Make This Mother's Day One to Remember in Northwest Arkansas

Mother's Day events and specials

By Kara Ault, Macaroni Kid Fayetteville and Jenny Sites, publisher of Macaroni KID Fredericksburg-Spotsylvania-Stafford, Va. May 7, 2025

Want to make mom feel extra special this Mother's Day? 

Here are seven ways to make mom feel special in Northwest Arkansas this Mother's Day:  

1. Make a card

A special homemade card is something she'll cherish forever. Just ask any mom you know if you need proof!

2. Craft an 'I love you'

Special gifts don't have to be expensive, just given out of love. Try this Recycled Magazine Butterflies craft!


 Sarah Hauge

3. Surprise her with breakfast in bed

Make this easy 5 ingredient croissant casserole. Let the kids help! 


 Charlotte Linde


4. Spend the day together

Get out and enjoy spring in Northwest Arkansas! Pack a picnic lunch and head to Devil's Den, Lake Atalanta, Hobbs State Park or another of the awesome local parks in our area!

Take a tour of murals in Northwest Arkansas with our Mural Hunt guide and treat mom by taking a family photo in front of one of the murals! 

5. Treat mom to dinner

Make a family dinner at home — grilled pizza is a fun one for kids to help with. Don't forget dessert! Try this Salted Caramel Skillet Brownie.


 Erika Veduccio

Want to find a fun event to do together?

Mother's Day Kitten Baby Shower at Best Friends Pet Resource Center

Ice Skating, indoor swimming & a fun hip-hop show at Fam Jam at The Jones Center

Artosphere: An Evening of Music with Candy Songs in Fayetteville

Explore the KAWS character exhibit at Crystal Bridges & take a family photo by the LOVE sculpture

Splurge on a Mother's Day High Tea Platter from Briar Rose Bakery (must be ordered by 5/8)

Mother's Day Pop-Up at Crystal Bridges from 1-3 PM

Mother's Day Brunch at Magnolia House in Prairie Grove on 5/10 


No matter how you celebrate, we hope you have a great Mother's Day!