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Celebrating Mother's Day in the Tri-Valley
Celebrating Mother’s Day in the Tri-Valley
Looking for a unique way to celebrate Mother’s Day? Whether it’s a day of wine tasting, in the Livermore Valley Wine Country, enjoying a delicious brunch, or finding a special gift at one of our various downtown boutiques or shopping malls, read up on a few ways to spoil your favorite mother figure in the Tri-Valley.
Wine Tasting
Does the mom you have in mind love wine? There are over 50 wineries in the Livermore Valley Wine Country, plus several local wine tasting lounges and bars. Check out some of our favorite wine-centric activities below.
- Book a tour on the Livermore Wine Trolley
Board the iconic Livermore Wine Trolley and enjoy tastings at three picturesque wineries. Receive exclusive discounts on wine bottle purchases. Some tours include tasting fees and lunch. - Picnic at a Winery
Stock up on your favorite charcuterie and snacks and bring them with you to one of the following picnic-friendly wineries: McGrail Vineyards & Winery, Retzlaff Vineyards, or Boa Ventura de Caires Winery. To explore more wineries, download our free Livermore Valley Wine Country Map. - Visit a Local Wine Bar
For authentic Italian fare, classic cocktails, and an impressive wine selection, head to Locanda Wine Bar located in Downtown Livermore. Looking for an awesome happy hour? The Vine and Spirits in Downtown Danville has a happy hour everyday of the week! Pleasanton has two notable options to choose from: Pairings Wine Bar Restaurant and Cellar Door.
Shopping
Whether your mom loves to shop or you’re looking for the perfect trinket to gift her, there are plenty of shopping opportunities at a local boutique or shopping center. Check out some of our favorite spots to shop below.
- San Francisco Premium Outlets
This sprawling outdoor mall features over 180 premium shops including top luxury brands like Gucci, Tori Burch, Prada, Coach, and Burberry. - Shop Local Boutiques
The Tri-Valley is home to adorable downtowns lined with specialty shops and restaurants. Looking for non-toxic bath and beauty products to give as gifts? Check out Pleasanton’s Good Common Sense Naturals. For more small shops carrying one-of-a-kind wares, see our Boutique Shopping blog. - Stoneridge Shopping Center
Located near Interstate 680 and accessible by Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), Stoneridge Shopping Center features name brands like Zara, Lululemon, and MAC Cosmetics as well as popular dining options like The Cheesecake Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, and P.F. Chang’s China Bistro.
Mother's Day Brunch
Is your mom a foodie? Treat her to a special Mother’s Day brunch at a local restaurant. The following restaurants are some of our top brunch spots in the Tri-Valley.
- Sabio on Main
This Michelin-designated restaurant offers an exquisite Mother’s Day 3-Course Brunch at $65 per person, with a special Children’s Brunch for just $25 for kids 10 and under. Spaces are going fast, so be sure and get your table reserved right away. - Nonni’s Bistro
A locally famous Downtown Pleasanton eatery located on Main Street serving up European-style breakfast, lunch, and dinner from scratch. Being such a popular spot, you’ll want to make sure to arrive early to get your name down for a table. - Sideboard Neighborhood Kitchen
Decked out in mismatched utensils and a cozy, quirky atmosphere, a visit to Sideboard feels like you’re visiting family. While they serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, their extensive coffee and tea selection along with their wide range of pastries and breakfast plates make for a great brunch spot. - Monica’s
This Downtown Livermore restaurant is a great spot for a delicious meal, watching a live band or people-watching. Think outside of the brunch box and order their Lemon Ricotta Pancakes served with seasonal berries, powdered sugar and fresh lemon curd or their sweet Churro Waffle.
Looking for more brunch options? Check out our Best Brunch Spots in the Tri-Valley blog.
Spa Day
Pamper your mom with a day at the spa! Whether she’s due for a massage or is just in need of a relaxing day, the following salons and spas can provide some serious R&R.
- The Purple Orchid
This Wine Country Resort & Spa is located just outside of Livermore Valley Wine Country and provides gorgeous views of rolling hills while also providing spa services like facials, massages, body treatments, hydrafacials, and more. - Hand & Stone Massage & Facial Spa
Hand & Stone provides a variety of professional massages and facials. With locations in both Dublin and Danville, gifting mom a special spa treatment is easy. - Silk Road Massage
Downtown Danville massage parlor providing Hot Stone, Aromatherapy, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Couples & Chair Massages.
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