- This event has passed.
Mothers Day | Dia de las Madres
DATE: May 9 & 10
TIME: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
PRICE: Free for Mothers with Paid Ticket & Members.
Reservations Required
The Garden is excited to celebrate moms this Mother’s Day and Dia de las Madres on May 9 & 10 with beautiful blooms and an unforgettable Garden experience. Moms will receive free admission on both days with a paid admission ticket using promotional code MOM21.
On Sunday, May 9, guests can enjoy:
Dining Options
- New this Mother’s Day, treat your mom to a gourmet picnic basket for two starting at $39.95. Click here for basket options. Created by Fabulous Food Fine Catering & Events. Deadline to place your order is Friday May 7 at noon.
- Pre-purchase wine to accompany your picnic: St Francis Chardonnay: $21 | Conundrum Red: $26 | Both: $45. Must be 21+ to purchase and can be picked up at the bar in Ottosen Entry Garden between 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Deadline to place your order is Friday May 7 at noon.
- Gertrude’s restaurant is taking reservations for Mother’s Day weekend, please click here for menu and reservations.
Complimentary Photography | SOLD OUT
Advance reservations to secure one of the 18 time slots are required. Guests will select their 10 minute photo session reservation when booking admission tickets. From 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., professional photographer Laura Segall will be taking beautiful family photos in the Ottosen Entry Garden Terrace Garden. Please note, the digital downloads will be available and delivered via email within 48 hours.
Pop-up Performance
At 10 a.m., enjoy TPS on Tour, a casual performance from The Phoenix Symphony musicians, playing great music from the classics to the pops.
More Ways to Celebrate Mom:
Send Mom Some Love
Send the moms in your life the beauty of the Garden with a digital card filled with the Garden’s beautiful blooms. Click here to download the complimentary cards.
Need a gift idea?
Instead of a one-time bouquet, give mom access to the Garden’s blooms and trails for an entire year. To purchase a gift membership, click here. The Garden Shop is your on-site destination for Mother’s Day gifts–remember, members receive a 10% discount!
Please note: Masks are required for guests 2 and older. Some of these photos were taken pre-COVID.
YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
Framerate: Desert Pulse
Now - May 10, 2026
Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.
Cactus Clubhouse
Thursdays – Sundays | Now – May 10
Cactus Clubhouse is a fun and immersive nature play space for kids 12 and younger. Kids can engage in activities that spark their curiosity for nature and encourage exploration.
Storytime
Dec. 19, 20 | Feb. 13, 14 | March 6,7, 20, 21 | May 1, 2
Spark your child’s love for nature with engaging stories, songs and hands-on activities. Designed for children five and under and their caregivers, each session offers a playful introduction to the wonders of the natural world.
