Mom’s and mother figures alike all deserve a special day, probably more than one! Toledo area restaurants and retailers are a memorable way to honor that special person on Mother’s Day. Check out our list of Mother’s Day events, gift ideas and dining inspiration to make your celebration special!
Written by:
Kendahl Plank
Mother’s Day Weekend Special Events
Biggest Week in American Birding
Friday, May 9 – Sunday, May 18, 2025
Take your mom on a little birding excursion along the shores of Lake Erie
Rachel Ruysch: Nature into Art
Now through July 27, 2025
Experience the extraordinary still lifes of Rachel Ruysch, where every bloom tells a story.
Coffee Quest 419
Now through June 15
Visit local coffee shops and earn prizes along the way!
Build-Your-Own Shadow Box Event at Hollywood Casino Toledo
Saturday, May 10, 2025
GardenView’s design team will help you create your own floral shadowbox to take home. As part of your ticket, also enjoy a Regalo Lunch Buffet, a complimentary $20 Slot Play Voucher, themed cookies, a fun photo booth and drawings! Must be 21 or older to attend.
Toledo Farmers’ Market
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Peruse home grown produce and locally made products downtown Toledo
Toledo Air Show
May 10 – 11, 2025
The Toledo Air Show returns for another action-packed event featuring the U.S.A.F Thunderbirds along with renowned military and civilian aerobatic performances, aircraft on display and more.
Clue: A New Comedy at the Stranahan Theater
May 6 – 11, 2025
Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget!
Make Your Own Mini Vase
May 6 – 11, 2025
Make your own Mini Vase at Huron Street Studios.
Mother’s Day Cruise-In
Sunday, May 11
Drive in your classic, hot rod, custom, or bike for Mother’s Day fun at the Millbury Classic Cars and Trucks Museum!
Mother’s Day Buffet at Maumee Bay Brewing Co.
Sunday, May 11
Treat your mom to the annual Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Maumee Bay Brewing Co.!
Mother’s Day Brunch at Maumee Bay Lodge
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Treat mom to Mother’s Day brunch along Lake Erie at the Maumee Bay Lodge.
Mother’s Day Flower Workshop
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Create the perfect bouquet for Mom in this hands-on workshop.
Mother’s Day Cruise on the Glass City Pearl
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Buy one ticket, get a ticket for mom free for a wonderful cruise on the Maumee
Toledo Mud Hens vs. Iowa Cubs | Mother’s Day Game
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Bring Mom out to the ballgame for the Mud Hens’ series finale against the Chicago Cubs’ AAA affiliate, the Iowa Cubs.



Places to Grab a Gift for Mom
Bartz Viviano Flowers & Gifts
4505 Secor Rd, Toledo, OH
Boyd’s Retro Candy Store
954 Phillips Ave., Toledo, OH
Copper Moon Studio Gallery & Gifts
8007 Airport Hwy., Holland, OH
Firenation Glass Studio Gallery & Gifts
7166 Front St., Holland, OH
Huron Street Studios
23 N. Huron St., Toledo, OH
Charmed Ceramics
23 N. Huron St., Toledo, OH
GardenView Flowers
11160 South River Road in Grand Rapids, OH
Hafner Florist
5139 Main St., Sylvania, OH
Hip to the Groove Boutique
5665 Main Street Downtown Sylvania, OH
Jupmode
2022 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio
Libbey Glass Factory Outlet
205 S Erie St., Toledo, OH 43604
Maumee Valley Chocolate & Candy
101 E. Wayne Street
Maumee Antique Mall
1552 Reynolds Rd., Maumee, OH 43537
Toledo Museum of Art Museum Store
2445 Monroe Street, Toledo, OH
Sunshine Studios
305 Conant St. Maumee, OH



Places to Take Mom for a Meal
Assembly American Brasserie
101 N Summit St. Toledo, OH
The Barn Restaurant
22611 OH-2 Archbold, OH
Barr’s Public House
3355 Briarfield Blvd. Maumee, OH
Biaggi’s
1320 Levis Commons Blvd. Perrysburg, OH
Black Rock Bar and Grill
5001 Monroe St. Toledo, OH
The Blarney Irish Pub
601 Monroe St., Toledo, OH
Inside the Five Brewing Co.
5703 Main St. Sylvania, OH
127 W Third St. Perrysburg, OH
Mancy’s Italian Grill
5453 Monroe St., Toledo, OH
Mancy’s Steakhouse
953 Phillips Ave., Toledo, OH
Manhattan’s Pub N’ Cheer
1516 Adams St., Toledo, OH
Maumee Bay Brewing Company
27 Broadway St., Toledo, OH
Orchard on Catawba
3266 NE Catawba Rd., Port Clinton
Poco Piatti
3155 Chappel Dr. Perrysburg, OH
6710 W Central Ave. Toledo, OH
Real Seafood Company of Toledo
22 Main St., Toledo, OH
Registry Bistro
144 N Superior St., Toledo, OH
Rockwell’s at the Oliver House
27 Broadway St. Toledo, OH
Rosie’s Italian Grille
606 N McCord Rd, Toledo, OH
Rosaria’s on Third Street
135 W Third street , Perrysburg, OH
Sebastiano’s Italiano
4448 Heatherdowns Blvd. Toledo, OH
Stay Out of the Kitchen Grill
1030 Water Street, Toledo, OH
Brim House
444 N Summit St. Toledo, OH
Ciao!
6064 Monroe St., Sylvania, OH
El Vaquero at the Docks
24 Main St., Toledo, OH
Firepit Grille
7723 Airport Hwy Holland, OH
The Garden by Poco Piatti
1521 Front St. Toledo, OH
Georgio’s Café International
426 N. Superior St., Toledo, OH
Hannon’s Block
619 Monroe St. Toledo, OH
The Heights
444 N Summit St. Toledo, OH
The Standard Restaurant
5333 Monroe St. Toledo, OH
Souk Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar
139 South Huron, Toledo, OH
Tandoor of Toledo
2247 South Reynolds Rd. Toledo, OH
Tea Tree Asian Bistro
4100 Chappel Drive, Perrysburg, OH
Urban Pine Winery
3415 Briarfield Blvd. Maumee, OH
Ye Olde Durty Bird
2 S St. Clair St. Toledo, OH
Zia’s
20 Main St., Toledo, OH