Events & Things To Do With Mom
Reno River FestivalIf mom is the sporting type, take her to the grand finale of the Reno River Festival at the Truckee River Whitewater Park. While downtown, explore the possibilities for a Mother's Day lunch or brunch in the Riverwalk District or one of the casino restaurants.
Arts in Bloom
Moms will like Mother's Day at the annual Arts in Bloom art festival in Sparks Marina Park, 300 Howard Drive. Admission to this art show and sale is free. It runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and benefits the Northern Nevada Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer Foundation. A highlight is the celebrity painted plate auction, featuring work from stars like Olympians Jackie Joyner-Kersee & Dara Torres, Beetle Bailey cartoonist Mort Walker, world-renowned artist Andre Miripolsky, KTVN anchors Kristen Remington & Wendy Damonte, Roberta Flack & many more. 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 wants to participate can do so. Race day begins at 7 a.m. at Foster Field, Reno High School. Entry fee is $35 till May 2 and $40 after. You can register online at the Moms on the Run website, or mail your registration to Moms On The Run, P.O. Box 10994, Reno, NV 89510.
Sunday in the Park
The Reno Big Band celebrates "Sunday In The Park" with live 17 piece swing orchestra, featuring jazz vocalist Jakki Ford. The concert is from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the California Building in Reno's Idlewild Park. There will be food, drink, a raffle, and silent auction. Admission is $20 for adults (2 for $30), $15 for seniors (2 for $20), and $7 for youth 15 and under. Proceeds benefit the Youth Music Education Program. For more information, call (775) 324-2161.
Take Mom to the Nevada Museum of Art
On May 10, a guided tour of the museum, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., is included with the price of admission. Current exhibits include HELEN LUNDEBERG: The History of Transportation, and BETWEEN GRASS AND SKY: Rhythms of a Cowboy Poem. The Nevada Museum of Art, at 160 West Liberty Street in Reno, is open Mother's Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (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 Rail Motor Car Rides
At the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City, mothers ride for half fare on May 9 and 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rides around the museum grounds are every half hour, on the museum's diesel-powered 1926 rail car. 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 Concert at the Summit
The Summit in south Reno is putting on this Mother's Day event. Bring mom to enjoy a free concert by the Reno Philharmonic Youth Symphony Orchestra at 6 p.m., 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. The Summit is at 13945 S. Virginia Street in south Reno, at the corner with the Mt. Rose Highway.
Mother's Day Dining
Mother’s Day Brunch at Café Musée, inside the Nevada Museum of ArtSpecial menu items featuring: Eggs Benedict; scrambled eggs; a carving station with turkey breast, roast beef and ham; wild mushroom penne pasta; chilled prawns; croissant French Toast; breakfast breads; desserts, juice and coffee. Mother's Day brunch is from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will feature live music and a mimosa for each mother. Price is $42.50 for adults, $20.00 for children under 10, and free for children under three. NMA is at 160 West Liberty Street in Reno. Call (775) 332-1848 for reservations.
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., in their Cactus Creek Restaurant. 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 Biscotti's Brunch Toscana from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mother's Day dinner will be served from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Visit the Peppermill Mother's Day Dining page to check the options. The Peppermill is at 2702 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502. Call (866) 821-9996 for more information. 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, including Andreotti, Cafe Napa, Carvings Buffet, and Harrah's Steak House. Harrah's is at 219 N. Center St., Reno, NV 89501. Call (775) 786-3232 for more information.
Grand Sierra Resort Mother's Day Specialty Menu at Café Sierra
Mothers and guests can enjoy a delectable meal of filet mignon and lobster tail served with oven-roasted red bliss potatoes and vegetable du jour for $19.95. Diners may also enjoy a glass of house red, white or sparkling wine. Café Sierra will be serving its Mother’s Day menu from noon to 10 p.m. The Grand Sierra Resort is at 2500 E. Second Street, Reno, NV 89595. For more information, call (800) 648-5080.
