Mother’s Day Events on Vancouver Island 2025

Mother’s Day on Vancouver Island falls on Sunday, May 11, 2025, and the island offers an exceptional variety of ways to celebrate—from ocean-view brunches and cultural gatherings to treetop adventures, artisan markets, and relaxing spa retreats. Whether you’re planning a seaside meal in Victoria, a wildlife tour in Campbell River, or a bottomless brunch in Parksville, here’s your complete guide to the top Mother’s Day events and experiences across Vancouver Island.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
• Location: Grand Lobby, Oak Bay Beach Hotel, 1175 Beach Drive, Victoria, BC V8S 2N1
• Highlights:
✓ Panoramic views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca
✓ Live acoustic piano accompaniment
✓ Seafood station with Dungeness crab claws & smoked salmon
✓ Build-your-own waffle bar with seasonal berries
• Booking & Cost: $68 per adult, $30 per child (5–12); reserve online by May 1 to secure a window table.
• Insider Tip: Free on-site parking is limited—arrive early or take the complimentary hotel shuttle from downtown Victoria.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
• Location: Cedars Restaurant & Lounge, Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort, 1155 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC V9P 2E3
• Highlights:
✓ Unlimited mimosas and bellinis
✓ Hot buffet featuring quiche Lorraine and smoked bacon braised beans
✓ Fresh-baked pastries and artisan cheeses
✓ Patio seating overlooking the mid-Island shoreline
• Booking & Cost: $59 adult, $25 child (3–12), under-3 free; call (250) 248-2250 or book via resort website.
• Insider Tip: Combine your brunch with a discounted spa manicure—mention “Mother’s Day Brunch” when booking.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Location: Alpina Restaurant, Villa Eyrie Resort, 775 Trans-Canada Hwy, Colwood, BC V9B 5Y2
• Highlights:
✓ Poached farm-fresh eggs perched atop lobster-infused crab cakes
✓ Rosemary-roasted fingerling potatoes
✓ Sparkling wine flight pairing (add-on)
✓ Sweeping views of Juan de Fuca Strait and Olympic Mountains
• Booking & Cost: À la carte; lobster benedict $29. Reserve table by phone: (250) 391-0202.
• Insider Tip: Ask for a sunset-facing table and arrive early to explore the on-site sculpture garden.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 9:30 AM–4:00 PM
• Location: Starts at Bayside Restaurant & Lounge (1323 Resort Drive, Parksville)
• Highlights:
✓ Self-guided circuit of 5 beachfront cafés
✓ Featured menu items: maple-ginger French toast, crab-apple mimosa
✓ Live piano at Bayside; jazz trio at Cedars Patio
✓ Special Mother’s Day pastry box to go at Beach Club Café
• Booking & Cost: Brunch tour wristband $45 (adult), includes one small plate/snack per stop; purchase at any participating venue by May 5.
• Insider Tip: Free public parking at Beach Club Commons; wear comfortable shoes and bring a light jacket for ocean breezes.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 4:00 PM–7:00 PM
• Location: The Great Room, 1304 Pacific Rim Hwy, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0
• Highlights:
✓ Northwest-style smoked trout cakes
✓ Wild mushroom frittata with goat cheese
✓ Local microgreen salad with honey-lemon dressing
✓ Sunset-view deck overlooking Clayoquot Sound
• Booking & Cost: $49 adult; reservations strongly recommended via OpenTable by May 3.
• Insider Tip: Pair your meal with a local craft cider flight; weather can change quickly—bring a sweater for the deck.

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• Date & Time: Friday–Sunday, May 9–11, 2025 · Daily 10:00 AM–8:00 PM
• Location: Trout Lake Centre, 5355 Lekwammen Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6W3
• Highlights:
✓ Grass-dance and traditional jingle dress competitions
✓ Drum circle performances every hour on the hour
✓ Indigenous artisan market with hand-beaded jewelry and carvings
✓ Kids’ face-painting and storytelling teepee
• Booking & Cost: Free admission; parking $5/car; donations encouraged to support local bands.
• Insider Tip: Bring cash for vendor purchases and wear comfortable flat shoes for walking the pow wow arena.

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• Date & Time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 2025 · 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
• Location: Nine private gardens across Oak Bay, Victoria West, and Saanich
• Highlights:
✓ Live harp, flute and violin performances in each garden
✓ Expert-led mini-workshops on spring planting
✓ Exclusive “tea and scones” station at the McKenzie Avenue Estate
✓ Shuttle bus service linking each garden (included in ticket)
• Booking & Cost: $30 per person for two-day pass; purchase tickets online by May 7.
• Insider Tip: Wear sun hat and bring a water bottle; gardens are within a 15-minute drive of each other.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Location: Bannockburn Farm, 4281 Cowichan Lake Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6W3
• Highlights:
✓ Guided walk through Victorian-era English gardens
✓ Farm-fresh tea service in the restored gazebo
✓ DIY flower-bouquet station using on-site blooms
✓ Local honey tasting from Bee Happy Apiary
• Booking & Cost: $25 adult; reserve via email (info@bannockburnfarm.ca) by May 5.
• Insider Tip: Combine with Butchart Gardens lunch buffet—shuttle departs Bannockburn at 11:00 AM (extra fee applies).

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• Date & Time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 2025 · 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
• Location: 3758 Trans-Canada Hwy, Malahat, BC V0R 2L0
• Highlights:
✓ Complimentary admission for all mothers (with a paid adult ticket)
✓ 600 m long treetop walkway and 32 m high viewing tower
✓ On-site café serving artisan sandwiches and local coffee
✓ Photo-op stations at the “Eagle’s Nest” lookout
• Booking & Cost: Regular adult $24.95; book advance tickets online to guarantee time slot.
• Insider Tip: Free shuttle service from downtown Victoria; wear sturdy shoes—the walkway can be slippery when wet.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · Tours depart at 8:00 AM, 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM
• Location: Departure from Discovery Harbour Marina, 100 Bridge St, Campbell River, BC V9W 5B2
• Highlights:
✓ 4-hour zodiac boat tour through the Discovery Passage
✓ Guaranteed orca sightings, plus sea lions, bald eagles & seals
✓ Complimentary Mom’s-day photo package
✓ Expert marine-naturalist commentary on local ecology
• Booking & Cost: $149 adult; “Mom Goes Free” promo when booking two full-fare tickets; call (250) 286-0809.
• Insider Tip: Dress in layers—temperatures drop on the water; bring a waterproof outer layer.

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• Date & Time: Friday–Sunday, May 9–11, 2025 · Various hours (check individual listings)
• Locations: Rotating spots in Nanaimo, Parksville, Courtenay, Duncan, and Victoria
• Highlights:
✓ Over 50 local artisans showcasing pottery, textiles, art prints, candles & more
✓ Food trucks with gourmet tacos, wood-fired pizza and vegan desserts
✓ Live acoustic music and kid’s craft corner
✓ Pop-up spa booth offering express chair massages
• Booking & Cost: Free to attend; some workshops require sign-up ($15–$25).
• Insider Tip: Follow the “VI Pop-Ups” Instagram handle for daily location announcements.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Location: Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park parking lot, Parksville, BC V9P 2E3
• Highlights:
✓ Farmer’s market with seasonal berries, honey & farmstead cheeses
✓ Artisan potters and glass-blowers demonstrating live
✓ Mobile florist building custom bouquets on the spot
✓ Free kids’ face-painting and balloon-twisting
• Booking & Cost: Free entry; on-site parking $5/car.
• Insider Tip: Bring reusable bags and small bills for faster checkout at vendor stalls.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Location: Merridale Cidery & Distillery, 5572 Trans-Canada Hwy, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L0
• Highlights:
✓ Guided orchard tour and tasting of seasonal ciders
✓ Hands-on “plant your own herb” workshop for Mom
✓ Live folk music on the patio stage
✓ Gourmet food trucks featuring wood-fired grilled cheese
• Booking & Cost: $20 per person (includes three tastings); kids under 12 free.
• Insider Tip: Book cider-pairing lunch at the farm kitchen (limited seating).

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · 8:30 AM start
• Location: Start/Finish at Qualicum Beach Community Park, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1S4
• Highlights:
✓ Chip-timed course along scenic beachfront and park trails
✓ Post-race “Mom’s Mimosa” celebration with light brunch
✓ Custom finisher medals and commemorative race shirts
✓ Family-friendly kids’ fun run (200 m) at 10:00 AM
• Booking & Cost: $45 10 K runner, $35 5 K walker; register online by May 4.
• Insider Tip: Free race-day hair-braiding station for dancers and runners.

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• Date & Time: Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11, 2025 · Spa hours 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
• Location: Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa, 7751 Wallace Drive, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1E3
• Highlights:
✓ 60-minute “Island Breeze” massage with local lavender oil
✓ Access to outdoor hot pools overlooking Tod Inlet
✓ Choice of Mimosa or rosé on arrival
✓ Deluxe rose-petal foot soak
• Booking & Cost: $155 per person; weekend package includes lunch–spa combo at $225; book 2 weeks in advance.
• Insider Tip: Ask for a private hot-pool cabana at extra charge for ultimate privacy.

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• Date & Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025 · Brunch 11:00 AM–1:00 PM · Spa 1:30 PM onward
• Location: Kingfisher Resort & Spa, 7406 Island Hwy W, Courtenay, BC V9N 9E3
• Highlights:
✓ One-hour facial or Swedish massage
✓ Three-course West Coast brunch with Dungeness crab salad
✓ Complimentary herbal tea tasting in the Spa Lounge
✓ Optional guided forest-bathing walk on resort trails
• Booking & Cost: $175 per person (spa + brunch); upgrades available for body scrub or wine pairing; reserve by May 5.
• Insider Tip: Reserve a forest-bathing walk at the same time as your spa service to ensure availability.

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Enjoy planning your Mother’s Day adventure on Vancouver Island! Be sure to confirm all bookings, arrive early to beat any queues, and check each venue’s website or phone line for last-minute updates.

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