Things to Do in San Antonio: May 8–10 Weekend Events (Mother’s Day Weekend)

San Antonio has a full lineup of events this weekend, from creative workshops to fitness activities and Mother’s Day celebrations happening all across the city.

🎨 Friday, May 8 Events

🌻 Mother’s Day Weekend: In Love with Sunflowers

📍 Artisans’ Alley
🕛 May 10, 12:00–2:00 PM
A floral-themed painting event perfect for an early Mother’s Day celebration.

🎨 Mother’s Day Weekend: Mountain Flowers Paint Night

📍 Painting with a Twist (Bandera Rd)
🕢 May 8, 7:30–9:30 PM
A guided painting class featuring a spring mountain floral design.

🎨 Saturday, May 9 Events

🪴 Mother’s Day Paint Your Own Pot

📍 Dog Co / Hyatt Place Dr area
🕔 May 9, 5:00–7:00 PM
A fun, hands-on pottery painting event—great for gifting or bonding time.

🌷 Sunday, May 10 (Mother’s Day Events)

💐 Mother’s Day at the Briscoe

📍 Briscoe Western Art Museum (Downtown)
🕙 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Free admission for moms to enjoy exhibits, art, and culture downtown.

🍽️ Mother’s Day Celebrations at Hard Rock Cafe

📍 111 W Crockett St, Downtown
🕛 12:00–8:00 PM
Buffet, live music, flower station, rooftop bar experience, and more.

🏃‍♀️ Run This Mother 5K / 10K / Half Marathon

📍 Comanche Park
🕢 7:30 AM
A women-focused run event celebrating moms and fitness.

🧘 Mother’s Day Sound Bath Experience

📍 San Antonio (private studio)
🕙 10:00–11:00 AM
A relaxing wellness session designed for rest, reflection, and self-care.

🌟 Bonus Weekend Note

Across the city, you’ll also find brunch specials, pop-up markets, and Mother’s Day dining experiences happening throughout restaurants and venues.

💛 Bottom Line

This weekend in San Antonio is very Mother’s Day–heavy, with experiences ranging from relaxing wellness sessions to brunches, art events, and active celebrations. Most events are happening Saturday and Sunday, with Sunday being the busiest day.