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Need Ideas for Mother's Day? Here's 30 of them:

Restaurant, gift, and craft ideas, plus itinerary suggestions she's sure to love in Wilmington, DE

By Leslie Hudson, Wilmington-New Castle Macaroni KID Publisher May 3, 2024

There are so many reasons we love our moms, so let's celebrate them on Mother's Day! 

It doesn't matter if the appreciation of Mom's hard work comes via a sticky hug, a handmade card, breakfast in bed, or an expensive gift. 

We've compiled Mother's Day events, celebrations, gifts, and craft ideas around Wilmington, DE, and neighboring towns. 


Markets, Teas, & More! Make new memories with Mom during these exciting Wilmington Mother's Day events.





DIY photo coasters
Kids holding frames for dad

Picture-Worthy Picnic Spots



Spring Markets


5/2 and 5/3: May Market, Historic New Castle. 9 AM - 3 PM

5/4: The Market at CCArts, Center for Creative Arts, Yorklyn. 11 AM - 3 PM

5/8 - 5/10: Wilmington Flower Market, Rockford Park Tower Area, 19806. 10 AM - 8 PM

5/10: Scout Cafe Garden Market 19802. 10 AM - 3 PM



child painting

Experience Gifts


  • Admire some of the Brandywine Valley's brightest gems with a Brandywine Valley Passport: Mt. Cuba Center, Nemours Estate, Winterthur Museum, and Hagley Museum. 
  • Give Mom the ultimate adventure with a state park pass!


Searching for that special gift? Get her a great gift and support a locally-owned Wilmington small business simultaneously! Here are some of our favorites:










Need more ideas? Check out these organizations for small businesses to support!


Kid Craft: Easy DIY Puzzle Piece Frames

Did we miss something? Send an email to leslieh@macaronikid.com. Happy Mother's Day!