Spoil mom this Mother’s Day! Whether it is through a brunch or special activity, our annual guide has the low down on a few spots in McHenry County that are ready to cater to all those special moms.
Without a doubt, this is her day, but that doesn’t mean we can’t deposit a little extra into the “mom account.” And let’s be honest here…sooner or later, we’re going to need to draw on that account for some misstep or boneheaded thing. Fortunately, moms are also known for extending credit when needed.
So, what’s to do after you’ve taken care of the “thank you” and “I love you” bits?
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Ideas for Mother’s Day
Really, anything goes. Just take a minute to think about what mom enjoys. Does she like being outdoors, or is she keener on being indoors? Does she have a particular hobby or passion that you could tap into? What does she like to do when she has a day to herself? Regardless of the answers to any of these questions, the most important part of the equation will be time spent with her.
When is Mother’s Day? It’s Sunday, May 12th, which depending on when you are reading this, may determine how big a deposit you are making into the mom account…or how much credit you’re going to be needing.
We’ve pulled together a few options below, mostly brunches, and mostly on Mother’s Day itself, but there are a few others, so look closely. Remember that this can be a busy time, so consider tickets or reservations, even for those that don’t require it.
All information is subject to change and we always recommend contacting the specific locations to verify conditions and availability, especially those that are weather-dependent.
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Algonquin
Mother’s Day Brunch at Cucina Bella
Date & Time: Sunday, May 14, 2023, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Host: Cucina Bella
Address: 220 South Main St, Algonquin, IL 60102
Phone: 847-458-2504
Information: Details
Mother’s Day Brunch at Port Edward
Date & Time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Host: Port Edward
Address: 20 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102
Phone: 847-658-5441
Information: Details
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Crystal Lake
Mother’s Day Brunch at Hickory Hall
Date & Time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Host: Hickory Hall
Address: 406 W Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Phone: 815-477-5871
Information: Details
Fox River Grove
Mother’s Day Brunch at Avante Banquets
Date & Time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Host: Avante Banquets
Address: 1050 Northwest Hwy, Fox River Grove, IL 60021
Phone: 847-287-1006
Information: Details
Harvard
Mother’s Day Brunch
Date & Time: Sunday, May 14, 2023, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Host: Big Foot Inn
Address: 11508 N US Highway 14, Harvard, IL 60033
Phone: 815-943-4740
Information: Details
Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch at Stanchion Pub
Date & Time: Sunday, May 14, 2023, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Host: Stanchion Pub at the Starline Factory
Address: 300 Front St, Harvard, IL 60033
Phone: 815-943-4805
Information: Details
Get Outside
Even if mom’s not a full-on nature lover, she’d probably be thrilled to enjoy a nice day out spending time with the people she loves. That could be as simple as sitting on the deck, walking around the block, or strolling around a nearby park.
And if you’re looking for parks, we are fortunate to have a lot of outdoor spaces of all different sizes and varieties. In fact, we’ve written about a number of them. Check out some of our local park district friends…
Marengo
Mother’s Day at Niko’s Bar & Pub
Date & Time: Sunday, May 14, 2023, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Host: Niko’s Bar & Pub
Address: 7509 South Grant Hwy, Marengo, IL 60152
Phone: 815-506-2055
Information: Details
McHenry
Mother’s Day Brunch at UpRooted
Date & Time: Sunday, May 14, 2023, 11:00 am – 5:30 pm
Host: UpRooted
Address: 2816 W IL-Rt 120, McHenry, IL 60051
Phone: 815-679-6996
Information: Details
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Port Barrington
Mother’s Day at Broken Oar
Date & Time: Sunday, May 14, 2023, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Host: Broken Oar
Address: 614 Rawson Bridge Rd, Port Barrington 60010
Phone: 847-639-9468
Information: Details
Ringwood
Mother’s Day Brunch at Rusty Nail Saloon
Date & Time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Host: Rusty Nail Saloon
Address: 4520 Ringwood Rd, Ringwood, IL 60072
Phone: 815-728-3017
Information: Details
Union
Mom’s Day at Illinois Railway Museum
Date & Time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Host: Illinois Railway Museum
Address: 7000 Olson Rd, Union, IL 60180
Phone: 815-923-4391
Information: Details
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