8 Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day without a Brunch Reservation

Charlestonians love their brunch and on any given Sunday it can be difficult to get a table at your favorite spot. With Mother’s Day being this Sunday, if you have not already made your reservations be prepared to wait or check out these alternatives to treating mom to brunch.

Floral Arranging Class

I would imagine this week is like the Olympics for florists with it being both Mother’s Day and high season for weddings. Give the florist a break and arrange your own bouquet with one of several flower workshops taking place on Mother’s Day.

King Street Collective, an art and event space will be hosting floral arranging workshops at 11 am and again at 3 pm. Light bites and sparkling beverages will be provided, but attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks and refreshments as well. The class is $60 for individuals and $100 for two. Tickets and more information can be found, here: https://www.facebook.com/events/190336954928756/

Roadside Blooms, a highly respected wedding florist in Charleston, will also be hosting a floral arranging workshop on Mother’s Day. Their seasoned florists will provide instruction and inspiration and attendees will have access to locally grown blooms. Pastries, coffee and mimosa fixings (bring your own bubbles) will be served. The class is $65 for individuals and $110 for two Tickets and more information can be found, here: https://www.roadsideblooms.com/events/mamas-mimosas

Other Classes

Lululemon Mother’s Day Yoga, Lululemon on King street will be offering an all-levels flow class taught by Community Yoga’s Ashlee Dixon. The class will be held from 10-10:45. To sign up or learn more, visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1632809006754119/

Holy Cow Yoga Candlelit Yin Yoga, Holy Cow Yoga center, will be offering a complimentary candlelit yin yoga class led by instructor Steven Willard. The class will be held from 6:30-7:30 pm. To sign up or learn more, visit:  https://www.facebook.com/events/169471233874599/

Candlefish Workshops are one of my favorite activities because I think that it’s actually a really great deal. Candlefish candles typically retail for $22 and with the workshop you get the opportunity to create two of your own customized candles and have a fun experience with mom. The class is BYOB, but all glassware is provided. The class is $65 and gives you 15% off all other merchandise purchased the same day. The earlier two classes have already sold out, but there are still spots available 6pm (for now). Tickets and information can be found, here: https://www.candlefish.com/collections/charleston-workshops/products/charleston-mothers-day-workshop

Anders Ruff Workshop is a woodworking workshop that hosts classes regularly, for Mother’s Day the workshop located in Mt Pleasant will be hosting a Mimosas, Muffins workshop where participants have the opportunity to build their own plank wood sign, lazy susan, jewelry organizer or set of picture frames. This a perfect class for moms that are obsessed with Fixer Upper. As the name of the event suggests muffins and mimosas will be provided. The class ranges in price between $40 to $100 depending on the project you choose. Tickets and information can be found, here: https://www.arworkshop.com/mtpleasant/events/mothersday-crafternoon/

Get Outside

Wild Blue Ropes Adventure Park Mother’s Day Climb, if you have an adventurous Mama, Wild Blue Ropes is offering a Mother’s Day special that gives moms a free ticket (one complimentary ticket per family). The ropes course is 35 ft in the air, with 72 different obstacles and 4 difficulty levels. More information about the promotion can be found, here: https://www.facebook.com/pg/wildblueropes/events/?ref=page_internal

Mother’s Day at Magnolia Plantation, voted as ‘America’s Most Beautiful Garden’ by Travel + Leisure, Magnolia Plantations and Gardens is a gorgeous setting to celebrate Mother’s Day. This Sunday, Magnolia Plantation will be offering free admission for moms, (garden admission is $20 for adults, $10 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and under). Classical Charleston will be playing music in the tropical conservatory. For more information, visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/189940251813963/