What is there to do over Mother’s Day weekend in the White Mountains of NH? A lot! Celebrate all the moms that light up your life with comedy shows, rounds of golf, festive brunches, wine tastings, and more.
Whether you’re looking for Mother’s Day brunch ideas or fun options for Mother's Day adventures, this blog has got it all.
MT. WASHINGTON AUTO ROAD (Gorham, NH)
Booking a ride on the Mt. Washington Auto Road’s Spring Adventure Tour ranks as one of the best spring activities in the White Mountains. Why not bring Mom along for the ride? On this epic adventure, guests can catch a glimpse of the Auto Road’s crew clearing snow off the road using heavy machinery, and also marvel at the Cragway Drift, a massive snowbank found partway up the mountain. Did we mention there are sweeping views of the Northern Presidential mountain range on a clear day?
2026 Dates: Weekends, 4/11 – 5/17. Cost: $75 per adult, $65 per child. Learn more and book your tour on the Auto Road’s website.
BRETTON WOODS VACATIONS (Various Locations)
Treat Mom to something she’ll truly appreciate this year—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect in the White Mountains at one of Bretton Woods Vacations' great properties. For a limited time, book a 2-night stay with check-in between Friday, 5/1 and Sunday, 5/10 and enjoy a 3rd night for free when you use code MOM (book by May 8). Make it even more special with optional in-home experiences like a private chef preparing a memorable meal or a relaxing spa and massage session right in your vacation home. It’s the perfect way to turn a simple getaway into an unforgettable Mother’s Day celebration.
For more information on this Mother's Day Lodging Special, visit Bretton Woods Vacations' website.
CAFE LAFAYETTE DINNER TRAIN (Woodstock, NH)
Gift Mom a memorable experience this year: dinner on a scenic train! The Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train is reopening on Saturday, 5/9 - book tickets now to enjoy the kickoff to another great season of riding and dining.
For more information, visit Cafe Lafayette's website.
CRANMORE MOUNTAIN LODGE (North Conway, NH)
Celebrate the amazing moms in your life with a peaceful getaway in the heart of the Mount Washington Valley! The Cranmore Mountain Lodge is offering a Mother's Day Lodging Special in North Conway. Enjoy a cozy stay, fresh homemade breakfast for two, and a celebratory mimosa or sparkling juice for Mom at the table. A spring bouquet will be waiting in the room, and late checkout at 1pm gives her time to truly relax.
2026 Dates: Available Thursday, 5/7 - Monday, 5/11. Call 603-356-2044 or visit the Cranmore Mountain Lodge's website for more information.
THE FLYING MONKEY MOVIE HOUSE & PERFORMANCE CENTER (Plymouth, NH)
On Saturday, 5/9, The Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center welcomes a Mother of a Comedy Show. Featuring Christine Hurley, Kelly MacFarland, and Kerri Louis, this fun local event is a must for moms with a great sense of humor.
2026 Date: Saturday, 5/9. Doors open at pm; show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets start at $32. For more information, visit The Flying Monkey's website.
INDIAN HEAD RESORT (Lincoln, NH)
Enjoy Mother's Day brunch with a view! Indian Head Resort is hosting a lovely Mother's Day meal in their dining room overlooking Shadow Lake.
2026 Date: Sunday, 5/10. 9am - 1pm. $39.99 for ages 13+, $19.99 for ages 4 - 12, Free for ages 3 and under. Complimentary mimosa for Mom. Please reserve your table on Indian Head Resort's website.
NORTH CONWAY GRAND HOTEL (North Conway, NH)
The Spa at the North Conway Grand Hotel is offering a serene Mother's Day special. This package includes the spa's signature facial massage, which combines sculpting, lymphatic drainage, and tension-relieving techniques to leave the skin lifted, radiant, and deeply refreshed. To enhance Mom's experience, complimentary rituals include a scalp massage (to release stress and promote deep relaxation), an aromatherapy hand ritual (to soften, nourish, and soothe tired hands), and a foot ritual (to ground the body and restore overall balance). This full-sensory experience is designed to calm the nervous system, boost circulation, and leave spa guests feeling completely renewed—inside and out.
90 minutes. $200. For more information, visit the North Conway Grand Hotel's website.
OMNI MOUNT WASHINGTON RESORT & SPA (Bretton Woods, NH)
The Omni Mount Washington Resort is iconic for many reasons: its history as a grand resort hotel, its stellar view of Mount Washington, and its hospitality. But what about its golf courses and dining? They are just as top notch, and catering to Mom this holiday! All 2026 offerings are listed below.
Saturday, May 9th
Mommy & Me Floral Fun: Celebrate the special bond between mother and child with a delightful Mommy & Me Mother’s Day Flower Design Activity! This hands-on experience invites you to create lasting memories while letting creativity bloom. Design a corsage or a small vase arrangement. $25 per corsage or arrangement.
Sunday, May 10th
Mother’s Day Brunch: Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, 5/10 in the Omni's 1902 Main Dining Room. Reservations are required; please call 603-278-8864 to reserve. Adults: $90; Children (ages 5 - 12): $40; Children (ages 4 and under): complimentary. This event is open to Resort Guests, BWC Members, and the General Public.
Moms Golf Free on Mother’s Day: Access to Mount Washington (18-hole) or Mount Pleasant (9-hole) golf course is free for mom with the purchase of 1 full round of golf on Sunday, 5/11. Includes green fee and cart fee for Mom. Subject to availability. Please call 603-278-4653 to reserve your tee time.
For more information, visit the Omni Mount Washington’s website.
SETTLERS GREEN (North Conway, NH)
If you're looking for a great Mother's Day weekend activity in North Conway, NH, set you sights on shopping and the Mother's Day Stroll at Settlers Green. This free, all-inclusive event has everything from shopping promotions to lunch and drink specials and free gifts!
2026 Date: Saturday, 5/9. 10am - 7pm. Join the Guest List online in advance. Guest List closes on Wednesday, May 7 or once it is sold out. Check-In opens at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 9 and will be located next to Pandora at Settlers Green Streetside.
SEVEN BIRCHES WINERY (Lincoln, NH)
Celebrate local sips and head to Seven Birches Winery on Mother's Day for a Free Wine Tasting Flight for Mom with your purchase of a $20 tasting flight.
2026 Date: Sunday, 5/10.
SQUAM LAKES NATURAL SCIENCE CENTER (Holderness, NH)
Did you know New Hampshire Day coincides with Mother's Day Weekend this year? At the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, New Hampshire residents can enjoy discounted admission to the live animal exhibit trail for one day only. We say celebrate Mom a day early, and take her on a tour through through this attraction that the whole family will love.
2026 Date: Saturday, 5/9. New Hampshire residents may visit the live animal exhibit trail for $10 admission. Non-New Hampshire residents may purchase regular-priced admission tickets. New Hampshire residents must provide proof of residency upon admission. Up Close to Animals presentations: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm. Advanced purchased tickets are required. Your timed entry tickets allow you to check in any time during the one-hour admission window.
THEATRE UP (Littleton, NH)
Something big is coming to the White Mountains over Mother's Day Weekend: Titanic! This stirring musical depicts the hopes and aspirations of actual passengers on board the ill-fated ship, from the wealthy and powerful in first class, to the ambitious middle-class passengers, to the poor immigrants in steerage – all thrilled to be part of this historic voyage, hopeful for the future, and blissfully unaware of the tragedy ahead. Titanic the Musical is directed and choreographed for Theatre UP by Andrew Lidestri with music direction by Shoshana Lieberman, and will take the stage at the Littleton Opera House.
2026 Dates: Friday & Saturday evenings (May 8, 9, 15 & 16) at 7:30pm; Saturday matinees (May 9 & 16) at 2pm; Sunday matinees (May 10 & 17) at 2pm.
WHITE MOUNTAIN HOTEL & RESORT (North Conway, NH)
Celebrate Mother's Day in grand style at the White Mountain Hotel & Resort with their spectacular Grand Brunch Buffet. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the White Mountains, this festive annual tradition brings family and friends together for an unforgettable holiday experience filled with exceptional cuisine, live piano music, and joyful springtime charm.
2026 Date: Sunday, 5/10. $68 for adults & teens, $29 for children 6 – 12 years old; free for children 5 and under. Tax and gratuity additional. Book reservations on Open Table for this popular event, or call 800-533-6301.
WOODSTOCK INN BREWERY (North Woodstock, NH)
Mother’s Day at the Woodstock Inn Brewery is a tradition, so book early if you’d like to enjoy a festive "Mother of All Brunches" buffet filled with omelet and waffle bars, eggs benedict, a carving station, desserts, and more! Reservations are required, so book right through the Woodstock Inn Brewery’s website ASAP.
The Woodstock Inn Brewey is celebrating moms all day on Sunday, May 10th! Treat mom to breakfast, lunch, or dinner; this popular restuarant-meets-brewery has delicious specials planned, plus each mom gets a flower, a chocolate covered strawberry, and a raffle ticket to be entered to win a $100 gift card.
2026 Date: Sunday, 5/10. Reservations are not required, but are encouraged. Book on the Woodstock Inn Brewery's website.
But what if your mom is an earth mama, a history buff, or wants a simple stroll to celebrate the day? Check out our White Mountains Historic Marker Tour, discover how we do Eco-Tourism in the White Mountains, or select from these Spring Walks in the Woods.
