From brunches to pampering sessions and days out with the fam (plus plenty of at-home fun!), here are all the things to do for a lovely Mother's Day celebration in Singapore 2025 (hubby, take note).
Of course, there are plenty of days to show love and appreciation all year round but when Mother’s Day day arrives, why not make it more memorable? Be sure to mark your calendars because Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, 11 May 2025. Take a break from all the chores and indulge mum (or yourself) at the some of the best places to dine on Mother’s Day. Better yet, celebrate the day with fun things to do from our Mother’s Day special guide. As mothers ourselves, we round up the top things to do for Mother’s Day 2025 in Singapore – this guide is perfect for forwarding, as a “subtle hint,” to your other half and kiddos.
Go-to gifting
1. Shop for an amazing gift with our Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Take mum out shopping or bookmark this page and stay tuned for updates on Mother’s Day gift ideas!
When food is mum’s love language
2. Afternoon tea party
Round up your best mum friends and spend the afternoon like a “tai tai” sipping tea (and spilling “tea”), alongside delightful pastries and tasty snacks at the best spots for afternoon tea in Singapore. Make a reservation at the prettiest afternoon tea in Singapore or enjoy a tête-à-tête at one of the bougie luxury brand cafes, and who knows, you might just leave with one of their coveted items.
3. Bottomless brunch
Sleep is one of the greatest luxuries for mums (those with school going children, you know what I am talking about). Make Mother’s Day special by letting mum sleep in, and when she wakes up, whisk her off to one these amazing brunches in town. Make it a bubbly one!
4. Idyllic picnic in nature
Fido is invited for this one! Head to East Coast Park for a beachfront picnic with Italian street fare or spread the mat for a picnic on the wide open fields of Botanic Gardens. Best part, you don’t have to prepare the food, or anything else, simply order in advance and collect. An easy and charming way to celebrate Mother’s Day!
5. Cook for mum
Surprise mum with breakfast in bed. You don’t have to cook up a storm; breakfast staples like ham and eggs, french toast, and pancakes will do the trick. Dads, why not trying your hand at these easy bakes together with kids? It’s a great bonding activity and you’ll score brownie points for this one!
6. Mother’s Day dinner
Go all out and splurge on those calories you’ve been saving for Mother’s Day. Many restaurants offer dinner sets and extensive buffets for this special day. Check out our full list of Mother’s Day dining in Singapore.
Pamper mum and relieve tension
7. Spa and massage
One the best ways to recharge and refresh a tired parent is with a pampering sesh at the spa. Luxurious spa treatments that come with a scrub, massage, and a wrap is guaranteed to melt all the stresses away. Besides relaxing those tense muscles, mum will leave with radiant, glowing skin, and a big smile on her face. If mum is always on her feet, you might want check out these foot reflexology spots in Singapore. Trust us, this is one of the best things to do for mum on Mother’s Day.
8. Head spa and massage
It’s all on the mind, they say! If it’s true for worries, over planning, and overthinking, it must hold true for relaxation too. Don’t underestimate this seemingly simple massage, with the right techniques and pressure they’ll take the weight off your mind and neck. Do it with the sound of nature, try a dry head massage for better sleep, or do it with a Tibetan sound bath for deeper relaxation. Bonus! You’ll have a clean scalp and shiny hair for Mother’s Day.
9. Soak in an onsen
Sitting in a tub of hot water may not seem much of a celebration for Mother’s Day. But think of all the benefits, like relieving fatigue and improving blood circulation and metabolism, you’ll get just by soaking in an onsen. It’s also believed to smoothen out wrinkles! Best part, you don’t have to fly to Japan for that. These mineral-rich waters are available in Singapore, and you can even throw in a massage session to make it extra special for mum!
10. Float in stillness
If all you desire is some peace and quiet for Mother’s Day, consider floating in these flotation pods. Filled with tons of epsom salts, you’ll naturally float when you lean back and relax. Once the pod closes (you can open it anytime), you’ll enjoy complete silence and may even feel weightless – that’s when you realise all the tension in the body is gone. This meditative session is not recommended for people with claustrophobia.
Get active with mum
11. Walk, scoot or cycle in nature
Did you know that the park connectors connect almost the whole of Singapore? Gear up with your bikes and skates and explore the park connector loops or take a nice stroll in one of the many nature parks in Singapore. Add a dash of history when you trek at Fort Canning or check out the gentler pram-friendly walks. This is one wholesome thing to do for Mother’s Day,
12. Family yoga
Yoga is not just for adults! It can be for kids too. Play, movement, and parent-child bonding come together in family yoga classes. Make Mother’s Day ultra special when you connect deeply with one another through mindful movement and engaging activities.
13. Climb rocks and boulders
Rock climbing is great for kids and it’s fun for adventurous adults. It requires strategic planning and coordination, and builds strength and flexibility. Scale to new heights as a family and encourage one another as you go along. It’ll be an exciting Mother’s Day to remember.
Make mum feel her most beautiful
14. Facials and beauty treatments
Let’s face it! We sometimes skip over our beauty regime to meet the mad morning rush. And after a long day of work, all we want to do, is sleep. If this sounds like you (or your mum), it’s time to get some TLC with facials in Singapore. It’s a quick solution to brighten dull skin and work on those annoying spots. For more targeted issues or quicker solutions, make an appointment at aesthetic clinics to HIFU your way to V-shape face or pico laser to even out your complexion. Who doesn’t want to look their best on Mother’s Day?
15. Home pampering treatments
Beauty in the comfort of home? These mobile beauty services in Singapore offer manicures, eyelash extensions, massages, and more. Some are even marked “mum safe,” using gentle products suitable for breastfeeding mothers. We won’t say no to convenient beauty!
16. Take a family portrait
When was the last time you took a family portrait? We mean, one that you actually looked good in. It’s true that our smartphones take photos of amazing quality but nothing beats a professional touch. Especially when they come with a makeover and expert guidance. Capture the best side of the family on Mother’s Day with these photographers in Singapore.
Spend quality time together
17. Book a staycation
With all the swanky new hotels that’s popping up in Singapore, there’s no shortage of options. Make it a Mother’s Day weekend with family-friendly staycations that’ll keep everyone in the family happy. Or make it really memorable, spend a night underwater, in the rainforest, or even on a bus!
18. Go island hopping
Singapore is an island, with 63 other islands! Bet you didn’t know! Although not all of them are open for visits, some are reserved for military use, we can island hop to popular ones like Sentosa, Lazarus, Kusu, Pulau Ubin and more. Charter a boat or hop on a ferry to explore the Southern Islands of Singapore. No passports required!
19. Beach day out
Singapore is no Bali when it comes to beaches but we do have the white sands on Sentosa to kick back and soak up the sun. Make your way to one of the family-friendly beach clubs and leave the kiddos (and Fido) to the sand and sea, while you unwind with a Mojito or Magarita in hand.
20. Movie marathon night
Load up the ice cream and popcorn because we’re snuggling in bed, or our blanket forts, for a movie marathon night at home – the family version of Netflix and chill. Nothing beats spending quality time with your favourite people, binging on your favourite movies, in your favourite place.
Don’t forget the Mother’s Day gifts and flowers. If all else fails, surprise her by checking-out everything in her shopping cart!
Happy Mother’s Day!
