10 Mother’s Day Specials & Events in Milwaukee (2025)

A family walks through an exhibit under a bright orange “LET’S RIDE” sign with a text overlay that reads "5 Free Admission Specials for Mother’s Day Around Milwaukee."

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 11, 2025, and it’s the perfect excuse to treat the moms, grandmas, and mother figures in your life to something special — and maybe even free! Whether you’re planning a full weekend of fun or just sneaking in a few meaningful moments, we’ve rounded up some local deals and events to help you celebrate.

👇 Start with Milwaukee-area options, then scroll for a few special day trip ideas.


🎟️ Free Admission & Specials for Moms

Milwaukee Public Museum

A whimsical indoor garden scene with oversized flowers and leaves at the Milwaukee Public Museum’s butterfly and pollinator exhibit.

📍800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI
🗓️ Sunday, May 11, 2025
👩‍👧 Moms get in FREE!
Call 414-278-2728 to reserve your free adult admission.
📝 On both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, the museum welcomes all caregivers with one free adult admission per group.

➡️ Read our family guide to the Milwaukee Public Museum »


Milwaukee County Zoo – Mother’s Day at the Zoo

A mother giraffe and her calf nuzzle affectionately at the Milwaukee County Zoo.

📍10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI
🗓️ Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
👩‍👧 Moms get in FREE! (Regular parking and attraction fees still apply.)

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a wild adventure at the Milwaukee County Zoo, where all moms receive free admission, courtesy of Peoples State Bank.

While you’re there, don’t miss a visit to the Camel Yard, where Bactrian camel Addie-Jean (A.J.) recently welcomed a new baby boy. Over in the Small Mammals building, Quinn the prehensile-tailed porcupine is bonding with her sixth porcupette, born in March. And in the Primates of the World building, the Zoo is hosting special activities for Missing Orangutan Mothers (M.O.M.), an international conservation campaign supporting orangutan moms and their young. Look for themed cookies and handmade necklaces — all sales support orangutan conservation efforts in Indonesia.

Peoples State Bank will also be onsite with fun giveaways throughout the day.

➡️ Explore the Zoo with our family guide »


Harley-Davidson Museum – Mother’s Day at the H-D Museum

A child interacts with a hands-on motorcycle design station under a glowing neon "Build-A-Bike" sign inside the Harley-Davidson Museum.

📍400 Canal St, Milwaukee, WI
🗓️ Sunday, May 11, 2025
👩‍👧 Moms receive FREE general admission (mention the Mother’s Day offer in person).
🍽️ Bonus: Brunch buffet at MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant with views of the Menomonee River.

➡️ Our family guide to the Harley-Davidson Museum »


🧺 Day Trip-Worthy Adventures (Free for Moms!)

Bookworm Gardens – Mother’s Day at the Gardens

A young girl walks through a colorful alphabet-themed garden with flowers, signs, and a large yellow chair at Bookworm Gardens in Sheboygan.

📍1415 Campus Dr, Sheboygan, WI
🗓️ May 10 & 11, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
👩‍👧 Moms and mother figures get FREE admission + a potted plant (while supplies last).
Enjoy storytime, art-making in the barn, a scavenger hunt, and more.

🎟️ Adult (18+): $15 | Youth (3-17): $13 | Kids under 2: Free
➡️ Read our article on Bookworm Gardens »
➡️ Explore our Magical Play Gardens roundup »


Old World Wisconsin – Moms Get in Free!

A father and young daughter smile while riding a high-wheel vintage tricycle on a paved path at Old World Wisconsin.

📍W372 S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, WI
🗓️ Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
👩‍👧 Moms receive FREE admission (must redeem in person).

This immersive outdoor museum is packed with hands-on activities like wool processing demos, historic cooking, games, and farm animals.

➡️ Our full guide to Old World Wisconsin »


East Troy Railroad – Moms Ride Free

A vintage green and red train labeled "Evanston Express" sits at the East Troy Depot surrounded by greenery and blooming flowers.

📍2002 Church St, East Troy, WI
🗓️ Saturday, May 10, 2025
👩‍👧 Moms ride FREE!

Take a scenic 10-mile round-trip ride to the Elegant Farmer. It’s a charming, laid-back way to spend a spring day with your family.

🔗 Get the train schedule & tickets »
➡️ Read our article about East Troy Railroad »


Unique Experiences

🚁 Helicopter Tours with Mom

📍401 E Layton Ave, Milwaukee, WI
🗓️ Saturday & Sunday, May 10–11, 2025 | 12:00 – 8:00 PM
💰 Starting at $55 per passenger
👩‍👧 Ages 2 and up

A mother and her daughter stand in front of a helicopter in flight suits, the mother kisses her daughter on the cheek and hugs her, and the daughter smiles and looks at the camera.

Want to really wow Mom this year? Take to the skies! MyFlight is offering Mother’s Day helicopter tours all weekend long. Soar over Milwaukee’s sparkling lakefront, swoop past the Milwaukee Art Museum, and get a bird’s-eye view of the downtown skyline. It’s an experience she’ll never forget—and a serious upgrade from flowers.

🔗 Book your flight now »

Set Sail for Mother’s Day on Lake Geneva

Treat Mom to a scenic cruise on Lake Geneva! Choose from several themed tours, from the Remarkable Women of Lake Geneva Cruise (including a self-guided tour of the historic Black Point Estate) to a classic Ice Cream Social Tour complete with sundaes and shoreline stories.

Mother’s Day Events at Vibez Creative Arts Space

Celebrate with color and creativity at Vibez! Choose from five special events, including a Mother’s Day Book & Paint with Author Dionne Grayson on Sunday, May 5 at 1:30 PM, or join a family-friendly Paint & Sip session on Friday, May 10 or Saturday, May 11 at 1 PM or 4 PM. Each session includes guided painting and a refreshing drink.
🎨 Great for all ages
📍 Vibez Creative Arts Space | Located inside Sherman Phoenix
📅 Reserve early—space is limited!


Looking to make a meal of it?
We also rounded up the best kid-friendly Mother’s Day brunch spots around Milwaukee, many offering special pricing for kids.


💐 Bonus: Free Fun All Year Long

Cover of the “MKE For Free” 2025 edition e-book with images of family-friendly Milwaukee attractions and the text "250+ Free Milwaukee Events & Activities.

We put together an entire e-book packed with 250+ free things to do in and around Milwaukee — perfect for moms, dads, and families all year long.

📘 Grab your “MKE for Free” e-book here »


🌸 Mother’s Day Weekend Events

You can always find more things to do around Mother’s Day in our:

➡️ Events Calendar »

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