We owe so much to our mothers and grandmothers, which makes Mother’s Day the perfect day to show your appreciation.  Many of us spend the day with our moms, having a cookout or other family get-together.

If you want to do something different to really show Mom how much you care, we’ve created this guide to Cincinnati Mother’s Day Events that are sure to please!

Mother’s Day Mingle

If your mother is a small business owner or entrepreneur, Mother’s Day Mingle is a perfect way to spend Mother’s Day.

This event is hosted by Nekte Bonde Health and there’s plenty to keep mom busy.

She’ll have the opportunity to mingle with other like-minded mothers, enjoying great music, food, delicious cocktails or mocktails, and they’re giving away great prizes.

When: Sunday, May 14

Where: Arts On The Avenue, 2141 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45214

Cost: $33

Sip, Paint, & Sing

Sip, Paint, and Sing‘s annual Mother’s Day event is a favorite.  Mom will enjoy a nice lunch then sip wine while creating her own painting masterpiece.

This year’s event also includes Karaoke, so it should be a great time.

When: Saturday May 13, 12-4pm

Where: 289 Northland Boulevard Cincinnati, OH 45246

Cost: $35 or $55 for unlimited wine

Illusions Drag Queen Brunch

If you want a Mother’s Day event that your mom won’t soon forget, check out the Illusions Drag Queen Show.

Illusions the Drag Queen Show Cincinnati is the perfect combination of spectacular burlesque style and comedy performances by the industry’s best celebrity impersonators and the funniest Cincinnati drag queen hosts you’ll ever have the pleasure of encountering.

When: Sunday, May 14, 1pm

Where: 221 W. 3rd St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

Cost: Starting at $10

Yemaya Sista To The Distant Rising Star

Yemaya Sista to the Distant Yet Rising Star is an immersive arts performance depicting the inner battle and journey toward healing, self-acceptance and love for women of the African diaspora.

It is a story told through poetry, choreographed dance and the art of DJing.

If your mom is loves art, she will love this adventure.

When: Sunday, May 14, 4-6pm

Where: 21C Museum Hotel, 609 Walnut St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

Cost: Starting at $15

ARTclectic Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea

Experience an authentic English Tea service with a variety of handmade tea sandwiches, nut-free scones, and sweets, served on vintage china, surrounded by amazing artwork from Cincinnati regional artists.

When: Sunday, May 14, 1-4pm

Where: ARTclectic Art Gallery, 6249 Stewart Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45227

Cost: $24.50

52nd Annual Appalachian Festival

This is a Mother’s Day favorite of mine, exploring the Appalachian festival.  There’s always great bluegrass music, unique arts and crafts vendors, and great food.  Be sure to check out the Indian village area.

The Appalachian Market, Mountain Food, and Pickin’ Porches will be lining the walkways, as you take a stroll through various Appalachian traditions. The most popular area, the Mountain Village, will feature Native American dancing, tinsmiths, blacksmiths, soap-makers, spinners, and weavers.

New this year will be demonstrators that will be showing beadwork, Native American hand drumming, basket making, rope making, and a master distiller demonstrating mountain distilling.

When: Mother’s Day Weekend, Saturday 10-9pm, Sunday 10-6pm

Where: Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio

Cost: Adults $15, Children (5-17) $5, Under 4-Free

Butterfly Show At The Krohn Conservatory

If you live in Cincinnati and you’ve never been to the Butterfly Show at Krohn Conservatory, you’re really missing out!  This is a Cincinnati-must.  No better time to visit than Mother’s Day!

Located in beautiful Eden Park in Mt. Adams, you can walk among thousands of butterflies!  It’s like being in your very own fairy tale.

When:  March 25 – June 18, 2023

Where: Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

Cost: $10 – Limited admission, so buy tickets in advance for guaranteed entry

Conclusion – Cincinnati Mother’s Day Events 2023

With these seven ideas, you can make this Mother’s Day one to remember for the whole family.

Have you been to any of these events?  What’s your favorite Mother’s Day pastime?  I love your comments and feedback so please respond in the comments section below.

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Here are 7 Cincinnati Mother's Day events to show mom how special she is this Mother's Day! From paint and sip in Cincinnati to eclectic art, these unique events will give your mother a Mother's Day to remember, right here in Cincinnati. #cincinnati #mothersday