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Celebrating Mother's Day in the Tri-Valley
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Celebrating Mother’s Day in the Tri-Valley

From vineyard brunches to live music and local markets, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Mother’s Day across the Tri-Valley. Whether you’re planning a relaxed morning or a full day out, here are a few ideas and special offerings to build your weekend around.

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Saturday, May 9th

Livermore Valley Craft Beer Festival

Celebrate with a laid-back afternoon of craft beer, live music, and local flavor at the Livermore Valley Craft Beer Festival. Tickets include unlimited tastings from nearly 30 local breweries, with early entry for VIPs. Must be 21 and older to attend. More Info → 

McGrail Vineyards | Mother's Day Sip & Shop

Sip estate wines while browsing local vendors, enjoying live music, and soaking up the views. It’s a festive, feel-good way to celebrate moms of all kinds. More Info → 

Sunday, May 10th

Wingen Bakery | Weekend Treats

Pre-order a pastry or picnic box for the weekend, and pick up a locally made bouquet from Enchanted Florals while you’re there. More Info → 

Bridges Restaurant & Bar | Mother's Day Brunch

Take mom to a special brunch at Bridges, featuring a lineup of elevated favorites from classic breakfast dishes to hearty entrées and decadent desserts. More Info → 

Concannon Vineyard | Mother's Day on the Lawn

Spend a relaxed afternoon on the Main Lawn at Concannon Vineyard, complete with wine, local food trucks, and sweet treats from Verace Gelato. Stretch out in the sunshine, sip something refreshing, and enjoy vineyard views the whole family will love. Email concierge@concannonvineyards.com for reservations.

Garré Vineyard | Mother's Day Brunch

Treat Mom to a vineyard brunch with a full buffet, from made-to-order omelets to pastries and seasonal favorites. It’s an easy, elevated way to celebrate surrounded by wine country views. More Info → 

Sabio on Main | Mother's Day Brunch

Sabio on Main is offering a three-course prix-fixe brunch this Mother’s Day, featuring seasonal dishes and bottomless mimosas. A two-course option is also available for kids 12 and under. More Info → 

Retzlaff Vineyards | Mother's Picnic & Live Music

Settle in for a relaxed afternoon with live music, wine, and sunshine at this pre-reserved picnic experience. Bring your crew and enjoy a classic Livermore Valley day. More Info → 

Ruby & Roses | Mother's Day Brunch

A bright, garden-inspired setting makes Ruby & Roses an easy pick for Mother’s Day brunch in downtown Pleasanton. The menu features a mix of fresh, seasonal dishes and brunch favorites, perfect for a relaxed morning out. More Info → 

Danville Harvest | Mother's Day Brunch

Treat Mom to a lavish brunch buffet at Danville Harvest, featuring Harvest Waffles, Vanilla-Orange French Toast, a smoked salmon station, a prime rib carving station, and more. More Info → 

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Wine Tasting

Does the mom you have in mind love wine? There are nearly 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. 

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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 unique, personalized gifts? Head to Favorite Story Paperie in Downtown Danville. This adorable design studio specializes in stationary, paper goods, and gifts. For more locally owned 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, Apple, and MAC Cosmetics as well as popular dining options like The Cheesecake Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, and P.F. Chang’s China Bistro.
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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.

  • Denica’s Real Food Kitchen
    With Dublin. Livermore and Pleasanton locations, Denica’s Real Food Kitchen is easily accessible no matter where you are in the Tri-Valley. Featuring a full breakfast menu and an assortment of baked goods, they also serve up a variety of flavored pancakes, including their classic Ube pancakes (pictured above) and their pink guava pancakes.
  • 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. 
  • 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 12 and under. 
  • 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. 
  • 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.

Looking for more brunch options? Check out our Best Brunch Spots in the Tri-Valley blog.

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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.
  • Mind Body Flow
    Located in Livermore, this wellness center has everything your mom needs to find her inner zen! Take a dip in sensory deprivation tanks, book a sound therapy class, or step into their infrared sauna.