Mother’s Day is Sunday May 9, and college and high school graduations have already started and will continue through June. The best reservations, experiences and gifts go quickly, so make plans now to celebrate your favorite people. We have a roundup of the best places, ideas and experiences to shop, dine or experience:
 
Adventures/Experiences
Aloma Bowl – plan a family outing together bowling
Annie Russell Theatre at Rollins College – subscriptions to the 2021/22 season are available here
Bach Festival Choir – take in their performance May 1: American Folksongs and Spirituals
Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts – many great performances, concerts and events
Fred Astaire Dance Studio – private and group lessons
GoTravel – let these travel pros plan a trip to celebrate
Orlando Magic – tickets to a game for a basketball fan
Orlando Original Tours – wide variety of interesting tours, including ghost tours, foodie tours, wineries, beaches, Mr. Rogers, boats, swimming and more
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra – a few remaining outdoor concerts to enjoy this spring
Scenic Boat Tour – a great outing on the water is always fun; private tours are available
Teeming River Cruises – specializes in European river cruises; plan ahead for fall or 2022
Victory Casino Cruises – play casino games and enjoy an ocean cruise
Winter Park Golf Course – take on the greens of this scenic 9-hole golf course
Winter Park Playhouse – Central Florida’s only professional musical theater
Party My Yard – Celebrate with a yard sign display
 
Books
Writer’s Block Bookstore is Winter Park’s only independent bookstore and offers a large selection of books of every genre, special Mother’s Day gift boxes, subscription plans, plus engaging live events with nationally-known authors and speakers.
 
Brunch/Lunch/Dinner
Many of your favorite restaurants and caterers will be offering specials for Mother’s Day. Our dining directory is available here. Follow us on social media and read our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on the latest special offerings. Here are the current ones available to share:
Boca Winter Park is offering a few decadent additions to its menu for Mother’s Day
Bovine is offering its full menu all day in honor of Mother’s Day
Bulla Gastrobar is offering Mother’s Day specials
Christner’s Prime Steak and Lobster offers private dining rooms for two or more
Cuisiniers Catering is featuring a brunch to-go menu for Mother’s Day
Hamilton’s Kitchen is offering a special menu for Mother’s Day
Ruth’s Chris is opening early for Mother’s Day dining
 
Flowers
No one ever said I have too many petals, so let these experts create the perfect arrangement to celebrate and brighten someone’s day:
FarmGal Flowers
CDC Floral
Fairbanks Florist
Tiny Orchid Company
 
Gifts
Winter Park’s retailers are among the best in the state, so visit our directory of retailers to find the best places to shop for the perfect gift: click here
 
Jewelry
Saying I love you, thank you or congratulations with a piece of fine jewelry or a watch is hard to beat in terms of impact and longevity. These exceptional jewelers have you covered:
Be on Park
Jewelers on the Park
Lauren Sigman Collection
Majestic Jewelers
Orlando Watch Company
 
Museums/Art
Cornell Fine Arts Museum – many current and upcoming exhibitions to plan an outing
Enzian Theater – offers independent, foreign and classic movies, and serves food and drinks in the theater or in its open-air Eden Bar for a full day or night out
Morse Museum this Winter Park gem has several current exhibitions
Orange County Regional History Center – exhibits explore 12,000 years of local history; free admission to moms on Mother’s Day
Orlando Museum of Art – explore the permanent collection and current exhibitions
Passport Fine Art Gallery – opening a second Park Avenue location beginning May 14, this gallery is a great spot to browse and shop for beautiful fine artwork
Polasek Museum – beautiful museum and sculpture garden on Lake Osceola
Winter Park History Museum – explore the history of Winter Park at this museum
Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival – spend a day enjoying art in the park May 14-16
 
Spa/Skincare/Wellness
Spoil someone special with a facial or other skin care or health and wellness experience. Follow links below to see services and options at these top places.
Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery 
Calla Slim Spa
Grey Orchid Spa
Innova Wellness Spa
Orlando Skin Solutions
MD Age Management
Perspire Sauna Studio
Prime IV Hydration & Wellness
Prive Salon & Spa
RX Massage Therapy
The Salt Room
StretchLab
Winter Park Laser and Anti-Aging Center
Wymore Laser and Anti-Aging Medicine
 
Wine/Spirits
Bear and Peacock/Winter Park Brewstillery offers tours of their distillery and brewing company, including tastings, plus crowlers, their bottled bourbon and vodka for sale
Kcuvee offers wine education tastings/courses. Seasonal events are on hiatus until the fall, but a gift card for a future event or a custom private event is available for purchase.
PRP Wine International offers personalized gifts including custom labels with special messages, and wine sampling experiences.
The Wine Room on Park Ave – purchase a wine card and sample over 150 wines through its dispensing machines.
Wine on the Way makes it easy to shop by only offering wines rated 90-points or higher, including several under $25. They also offer monthly subscription clubs.