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Local Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day in the Berkshires

By Berkshires Macaroni Kid May 11, 2023

Let's make this Mother's Day extra-special in the Berkshires because it has been, well, let's say... a challenging couple of years for moms. So on May 14th, let's celebrate our local Berkshire moms and mom figures in our lives by letting them know how much we appreciate everything they do for us the other 364 days of the year.

Here are some local ideas to celebrate Mom in the Berkshires:



A special meal out

Looking for restaurants in the Berkshires to enjoy a special meal out for Mother's Day? Here are local restaurants offering Mother's Day brunch & dinner:

Pleasant and Main
1063 Main Street, Housatonic
Call 413-274-6303 for reservations 

Open for brunch 11-3 p.m. 

Shire Breu-Hous
63 Flansburg Ave, Dalton
Email 
matt@berkshireculinarygroup.com or call 413-446-7319 for reservations

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $45 per person, reservations required.

Mazzeo's Ristorante

1015 South Street, Pittsfield

Call (413) 448-2095 to order.
Open 12-5 p.m., takeout only. 

Mezze
777 Cold Spring Road, Williamstown
Call (413) 458-0123 for reservations

Prix Fixe Menu for Brunch & Dinner
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM | 4:00 PM -7:00 PM

Zucchini's 

1331 North Street, Pittsfield

Call for a reservation 413-442-2777

Sunday Brunch 10 to 2 p.m., Dinner 4 to 8 p.m. 



A special day out in the Berkshires

Whether she wants to get outdoors, move her body, get a spa treatment, or experience some chills and thrills, we have ideas on ways to spend Mother's Day in Berkshire County doing something she'll love:


Mother's Day at the Barre with On Pointe Barre & Fitness

Share your love for barre this Mother's Day! Bring your mother or daughter for a fun and basic barre class to celebrate the special women in our lives. This class is for all levels and no prior experience is necessary. All ages are welcome as long as they can reach the barre! Pre-registration required.
*2/$25 with code BARREMOM at checkout*
Sign up HERE.

Naumkeag Daffodil Festival 
5 Prospect Hill Road, Stockbridge

You can't go wrong with a gilded age mansion and spring flowers!

A Spa Day Package at Miraval Berkshires 
55 Lee Road, Lenox

Sometimes all you need is a few hours away to relax and feel completely renewed. Indulge in some of the most innovative spa treatments in the world without leaving the Berkshires.

The 46th Annual Plants and Answers Plant Sale May 12-13 
5 West Stockbridge Road, Stockbridge

Plants galore! Also, the popular “Ask Me” staff and volunteers will be on hand to provide expert advice.


Mother's Day at The Clark  
225 South St., Williamstown

Bring that special someone to the Clark and enjoy a walk through the galleries using our Mother's Day-themed self-guide (available at the Admissions desks in the Clark Center or Manton Research Center). After getting inspired by the mothers in our collection, decorate a card or bookmark for your mother or another special person in the Clark Center lower level between 1 and 4 pm.

Free with gallery admission.


Township Four Mother's Day Floral Design Class

Let's have fun with your mother and a floral design class! We will be creating a beautiful arrangement in a classic glass vase. The time and date of this class is Saturday, May 13 at 2PM.

During this class, we'll go over floral handling and best practices, along with composition and basic color theory. Everyone will have access to plenty of fun and interesting materials. We'll have two or three instructors which will ensure plenty of opportunity for questions and guidance, if needed. No prior experience is necessary.

Besides all materials and tools needed; a light repast and a glass of wine will be included in this 2-hour course. This class is hosted at our Stockbridge store, located inside the Red Lion Inn.

Space is limited participants; prepaid reservations are required. No refunds will be given; if necessary, you may apply funds towards another class or items in store. Recommended for ages 14+.




Free Printable! A Special Keepsake From the Kids For Mother's Day


Crafts for the kids to make

Handmade gifts are all about the heart. Help the kids make gifts for mom she's sure to treasure: