Treat Yourself This Mothers Day in Grand Rapids
Do you have a Mother you want to celebrate? Or are you perhaps a mother yourself and need ideas for things to do on your day? Whatever the case, Wander West has the best list of ideas for you this Mothers Day. From Himalayan Salt spas to Art Barns, Craft and drag shows – we have something for every type of mother.
Keep scrolling to find out what YOU want to do for your special day this year.
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PLAN A SPA DAY
At one of these renowned and relaxing spa resorts. Mothers deserve to relax too!
Mission Point Resort
This is for someone who needs to have that tropical getaway feeling without actually going to the tropics. With oceanic-esque views, saunas, an Aveda Spa experience, massages of all sorts – whatever you need for a relaxing spa day, including food and beverages as well, can be found at Mission Point. Visit their website for more information on pricing and scheduling.
Pink Lounge Dry Salt Spa
If you love to float and forget your problems for a bit, while absorbing all the wonderful benefits of light and salt therapy – this is the place for you. Plan a “Salt n Sip” self care day at the spa where snacks and beverages will be provided along with a Hand and Sole detox and then time to detox in the Salt Lounge with your snacks and drinks. From dry salt bendy therapy to a full on Himalayan salt room, you will leave feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.
Woodhouse Spa
Woodhouse is rated the NUMBER ONE spa for a reason! With its top rated massages, aesthetics, packages and overall wellness services – you can find anything you need for the perfect relaxing Mothers Day here. If you’d like a full list of even more spas, check out our article “Grand Rapids Relaxing Spas” where there are even more to choose from!
**Woodhouse has Mother’s Day specials for as low as $275 for a VIP Package! Click here to check out the packages and options.
DO SOMETHING CREATIVE
Are you more of the creative type and need to express yourself on your special day this year? Check out some of these creative activities you could do with friends or by yourself – whichever you prefer! Remember this is YOUR day sp spend it as you please!!
Express Yourself Art Barn
Do you want to: paint pottery? Fuse glass together? Make a mosaic? This art barn is unique and the perfect way to have a fun activity with the family or your friends and leave with something beautiful to commemorate the day. Pain a piece from their vast collection of pottery or make a reservation (required!!) for the glass fusing class. Express yourself this Mothers Day and create pieces to remember for years to come.
Tipsy Yspi – Paint n Sip
If you love to have a good glass of wine with your artistic expression, or maybe you just always wanted to try a paint n sip party – this is the way to go for Mothers Day! Latina and Women owned, not only will you be supporting fellow mothers but ALSO – who knows mothers best and what they need more than fellow mothers?? Go to their website and check out their events today! (Look out for things like DIY and Karoake, Goddess Power and MORE events!)
Get your makeup done at Blush Beauty
Sometimes, you just need to feel a bit spoiled. Go get some lashes, extensions, and a full face before you head out to your other mothers day activities! A unique service this beauty bar offers is beauty LESSONS! They will teach you how to do your makeup and hair for a range of prices between $110-330 which is not bad at all! So, not only will you get to look great but you will feel great too and empowered in your new skills! See their website for more.
Hair by: Heather // Makeup by: Kara // Photo by: Alexis Born Photography https://www.borncreativecollective.com/
GET MOVING or GET OUTDOORS!
Get your body moving and that adrenaline pumping before you take a relaxing day off! Explore a craft show or challenge your body with a 5k.
Mothers Day 5k
If you are an active mama looking for something to reflect that, look no further! This annual Mothers Day 5k will give you a great start to your day and maybe you can even hop on over to one of the spas or other activities we mentioned when you are done! Enjoy the breeze in your hair and the energy pumping through your veins with this invigoration and celebratory 5k run.
Mothers Day Craft Show & Market
This is for someone who needs to have that tropical getaway feeling without actually going to the tropics. With oceanic-esque views, saunas, an Aveda Spa experience, massages of all sorts – whatever you need for a relaxing spa day, including food and beverages as well, can be found at Mission Point. Visit their website for more information on pricing and scheduling.
ENJOY LIVE MUSIC & OTHER ENTERTAINMENT
Enjoy a wholesome OR spicy performance! Whatever suits your fancy – Mother this is YOUR DAY! Enjoy it and have a great time with one of these fun events below.
Mothers Day Drag Show! (ADULTS ONLY!!!)
SUNDAY May 11th for only $10 you can see a fantastic drag and burlesque performance! You will have mimosas provided, pack snacks and dollar bills and get ready to have a blast at this Mothers Day drag brunch experience!
The Getty (Drive-in movies)
Sometimes, you just need to feel the nostalgia of an old fashioned movie experience like a drive in – especially as the weather warms up and allows us to be outside and enjoy the fresh air on our skin without the chill of the cold. Grab your date or your crew, some snacks and drinks and pick a film to watch for your special day! Have fun with it – you deserve it.
Pretty Woman the Musical
Are you a musical theater fanatic and want to spend Mother’s Day enjoying the classic Pretty Woman story from a musical perspective? From May 2 to May 4th, pick a performance slot and see for yourself! Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of a theater and feel the tingle of nostalgia of an absolute classic. Perhaps get your makeup done beforehand to treat yourself a little extra too??
Make a Weekend of it!
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