Mother's Day Around Reno / Tahoe

Mother's Day in Reno / Tahoe is full of opportunities to treat mom and show her what a special lady she is.

Events & Things To Do With Mom

Reno River Festival
If mom is the sporting type, take her to the grand finale of the Reno River Festival at the Truckee River Whitewater Park. While you are downtown, explore the possibilities for a Mother's Day lunch or brunch in the Riverwalk District and the casino restaurants.

Arts in Bloom
Moms will like Mother's Day at the 6th Annual Arts in Bloom in Sparks Marina Park. This art show and sale is is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and benefits the Northern Nevada Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer Foundation. For more information, call (775) 353-2291.

Moms on the Run
Moms on the Run is a non-profit which raises money to help Northern Nevada women with cancer. The event has several run or walk options so everyone who want to do so can participate. Race day begins at 7 a.m. at Reno High School. Entry fee is $35 till May 3 and $40 after. You can register online at the Moms on the Run website or in person at Pinocchio's Restaurant, 551 E. Moana Ln. in Reno and 4820 Vista Blvd. in Sparks. Race day registration will also be available.

Take Mom to the Nevada Museum of Art
On May 11, a guided tour of the museum, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., is included with the price of admission. The current major exhibition is Frank Lloyd Wright & The House Beautiful. The museum, at 160 West Liberty Street in Reno, is open Mother's Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone for more information at (775) 329-3333.

Mother's Day Special at the Golf Course
Take mom to either Sierra Sage Golf Course or Washoe Golf Course and she plays nine holes for free with a paying adult or child. Playing time is between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Both courses are administered by Washoe County Parks.

Mother's Day Weekend Steam Up
At the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City, mothers ride free on May 10 and 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. She will ride in cars from the Virginia & Truckee RR, pulled by an 1888 steam locomotive. For train buffs (and for fun), this is the real deal. Call the museum at (775) 687-6953 for more information.

Mother's Day Shopping & Gifts

You can count on every store in the region featuring Mother's Day specials. To find some local Mother's Day sales, head over to Reno / Tahoe shopping malls or find something a bit more unusual in downtown Reno's Riverwalk District.

Mother's Day by Moonlight
The Summit in south Reno is putting on this Mother's Day event. Bring mom to enjoy a free concert by the Reno Youth Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra, followed by a fireworks display. Treat her to dinner at one of The Summit's restaurants. Of course, plenty of great shopping is right there as well.

Mother's Day Dining

Belle's Tea Cottage
Take mom to Mother's Day Tea at Belle's Tea Cottage in Reno. Mother's Day Tea is on Saturday, May 10, with seatings at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Belle's is at 1635 Marvel Way, Reno, NV 89502. Call (775) 826-3006 for more information.

Mother's Day Champagne Brunch at the Bonanza Casino
Mother's Day Champagne Brunch at the Bonanza Casino is from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner in their Cactus Creek Restaurant is from 4:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. For reservations, call (775) 323-2724 x118. The Bonanza is located at 4720 N. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89506.

Mother's Day Champagne Brunch at the Eldorado
Mother's Day Champagne Brunch at the Eldorado is served from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., with dinner starting at 4 p.m. According to the press release, this will be quite a spread. The Eldorado is downtown at 345 N. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89501. For reservations, call (800) 648-5966 or (775) 786-5700.

Mother's Day Dining at the Peppermill Resort Casino
The Peppermill has numerous Mother's Day dining venues from which to choose, including Champagne Brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the new Tuscany Ballroom. Visit the Peppermill Mother's Day Dining page to check the many options. The Peppermill is at 2702 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502. Call (866) 821-9996 for more information.

Harrah's Mother's Day Dining Specials
Mother's Day specials will be offered at various restaurants inside Harrah's Reno. Harrah's is at 219 N. Center St., Reno, NV 89501. Call (775) 786-3232 for more information.

Mother's Day Brunch at John Ascuaga's Nugget in Sparks
Mother's Day Brunch will be served at both the Rotisserie and Rose Ballroom inside the Nugget, starting at 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. respectively. The Nugget is at 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks, NV 89431. Call (800) 648-1177 for more information.

Chocolate & Candy

See's is nice, but mom might like some chocolate from a locally famous candy store. Just south of Reno, in Washoe Valley, the Chocolate Nugget Candy Factory offers a huge assortment of sweet delights. The store has an old west motif and is a fun place to shop. It's a few miles down the road at 611 Us Highway 395 N, Washoe Valley, NV 89704. The phone number is (775) 849-0841.

Mother's Day at Lake Tahoe

Mother's Day Brunch Aboard the M.S. Dixie II
Mother's Day aboard the M.S. Dixie II paddlewheeler will take mom on a scenic cruise to Emerald Bay. Departure is from Zephyr Cove Resort, Zephyr Cove, NV 89448. It's a two hour trip, from 10 a.m. till noon. Call (800) 23-TAHOE for reservations, which are required.

Mother's Day Brunch at High Camp, Squaw Valley USA
Mother's Day at Squaw Valley starts with a spectacular tram ride up to High Camp at 8200'. A special meal awaits mothers, complete with spectacular High Sierra scenery. For more information, call (800) 403-0206.

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Chateau in Incline Village
Mother’s Day Brunch at the Chateau in Incline Village will be served from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Chateau is at the Golf Courses at Incline Village, 955 Fairway Boulevard, Incline Village, NV 89451. Call (775) 832-1240 for reservations.