Mother's Day is coming up this Sunday (May 10th), and if you haven't figured out how you're going to celebrate, we thought we'd help. We put together a list of some of the Mother's Day events and activities happening in Bismarck-Mandan. Let's take a look.

Mother's Day Hike: Walking Disney Trivia

  • Date: Sunday, May 10th
  • Time: 1 pm
  • Location: Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park

Disney Trivia on the Trail! Put your Disney knowledge to the test! Along the hike, you’ll encounter interactive trivia stations featuring questions from your favorite Disney movies. Think you know your stuff? Let’s see if you and Mom can answer all our trivia questions!

Mother's Day Vendor Show

  • Date: Friday, May 8th & 9th
  • Time: Friday - 12 pm to 6 pm, Saturday - 10 am to 4 pm
  • Location: Gateway Mall
You can have a fun weekend of shopping local and shopping small while celebrating Mom at this Mother’s Day Vendor Show! There will be vendors all along the concourse.
  • Date: Saturday, May 9th
  • Time: Starts at 10am
  • Location: Jack's Steakhouse & Seafood
This event calls all dog and cat moms in the community to come and dine at Jack's. Tickets are $50 and include a meal, a drink of your choice, and a goody bag. A portion of the proceeds goes to benefit Kitty City, Pawsitive Advancement, and Purrfect Pound Pals.
  • Date: Sunday, May 10th
  • Time: 8:30am to 12pm
  • Location: Mandan Moose Lodge #425
Adults $13 Kids 5+ $10
Mother's Receive $3 off the price of breakfast
  • Date: Sunday, May 10th
  • Time: 6pm to 8pm
  • Location: Trestle Patio
This event offers mini photo sessions (First Love Photography) for Mother’s Day. The event is being hosted by Burrow & Bloom + Trestle Patio.
10-minute sessions
8+ edited images
$120
Attendees will receive a small keepsake for mama (a flower + a Polaroid to take home) drinks, vendors, games, and giveaways all evening.
  • Date: Saturday, May 9th & Sunday, May 10th
  • Time: 10am to 2pm
  • Location: Club Pilates
Unwind at Club Pilates' curated flower bar, where you’ll create your own hand-tied bouquet using fresh, seasonal blooms.
  • Date: Sunday, May 10th
  • Time: Starts at 10am
  • Location: The Jousting Lemur
Treat mom to a beautiful Brunch and a memorable experience—no cooking, no cleanup, just quality time together. Enjoy a complimentary mimosa and 10% off Mom’s meal.
  • Date: Sunday, May 10th
  • Time: 4pm
  • Location: McCabe United Methodist Church
Dakota Pro Musica presents “America, the Beautiful” a concert of folk music, spirituals, and patriotic music to celebrate the 250th of the USA. To get tickets or to donate, click here.
  • Date: Saturday, May 9th
  • Time: 9am to 6pm
  • Location: Inknetic Tattoo Studio
This is your chance to celebrate mom, and treat yourself to something new. First come, first served. Pick from artist flash designs or bring your own simple design idea. For pricing info, click here.
  • Date: Friday, May 8th
  • Time: 9:30am
  • Location: 315 N 20th St, Bismarck, Age Well Center
Dress in your tea party best and join us for Mother's Day Tea Party and Purse Bingo. Sign up at the Client Services Desk to reserve your spot--Bingo cards are $5 each with multiple chances to win stylish purses and other prizes.
  • Date: Sunday, May 10th
  • Time: 10am to 2pm
  • Location: 900 S Washington St, Bismarck
Reservations recommended to guarantee your spot.
$30 per person (includes Prime Rib)
$15 for kids age 5-12 (no prime rib included)
Kids 4 and under free (no prime rib included)
Other menu items included buffet style: Cheesy scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, bacon, garlic butter shrimp, fresh fruit, salad, biscuits, caramel rolls, Oreo cheesecake, orange juice, apple juice, and coffee.
  • Date: Sunday, May 10th
  • Time: Starts at 10am
  • Location: Sickies Garage, Burgers & Brews
Mom eats FREE on Mother's Day at Sickies Garage! Plus, the first 200 mothers through the door get a special gift while supplies last. Mom eats free with equal or greater entree purchase. Limit 1 offer per visit. Cannot be combined with other offers.
  • Date: Saturday, May 9th
  • Time: 10:15 to 10:45am
  • Location: North Dakota Heritage Museum
Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free learning series "Little Kids, Big World" at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history. Saturday topics are repeated Mondays. Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk.
There you have it. Those are some of the events happening in and around Bismarck. Get out there, and do something fun with mom. Happy Mother's Day!

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