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Mother's Day 2026 Events and Specials in Northwest Arkansas

Mother's Day events and specials 2026

By Kara Ault, Macaroni Kid Fayetteville and Macaroni Kid Rogers-Bentonville May 7, 2026

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!


recycled butterfly craft Sarah Hauge

3. Surprise her with breakfast in bed

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


recipe quiche  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, Prairie Grove Battlefield 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.


 

Want to find a fun event to do together?

Sat May 9Prairie Grove Farmers Market & Mimosas for Mom

Sat May 9- Cowtown Days free festival @ Washington County Fairgrounds

Sat May 9- RIvercrest Orchard Strawberry Fest

Sat May 9- Eureka Springs Festival of the Arts

Sat May 9- Play & Bouquet at Fabled Friends Play Space

Sun May 10- Mother's Day Brunch on the Mountain @ Mt Sequoyah

Sun May 10- Free ice skating @ Jones Center 


Explore the America 250: Common Threads at Crystal Bridges & take a family photo by the LOVE sculpture

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