Mother’s Day is May 12. If you’re in the mood for something different this year, browse our list of ideas to do with your son/daughter/mom/mom-in-law/mom figure (before you sneak off for that mani/pedi/massage).

If you’re hanging with your tykes

• Take in a play at the Coterie Theatre or Theatre for Young America
• Pack a picnic
• Scope out new park (and stop for ice cream)
• Catch an outdoor movie (or have a movie day at home)
• Go berry picking
• Play video games together
• Volunteer at a retirement home
• Hike or bike
• Fly kites
• Practice your yoga
• Go fishing
• Take a mommy and me music class

If you’re spending time with teens or adults 

• Test your skills at Escape Room, Breakout KC 
• Paint a masterpiece or try another form of art
• Try a cooking class
• Test out a new exercise class
• Savor a spa day
• Stop by a beauty counter for a free makeover
• Catch a cultural event
• Sail on a zip line at or Go Ape ZipLine & Tree Top Adventure

Whatever you do, and whomever you do it with, Happy Mother’s Day!