The 15 best Mother's Day gift experiences to give Mom in 2025
You know what Mom really wants for Mother's Day? Some quality time with her nearest and dearest (ahem, you!). So, while I, Yahoo's resident gifting expert, love coming up with unique Mother's Day gift ideas that'll surprise even the hardest-to-shop-for moms, I also know when it's time to hang up my hat. That's where this list of Mother's Day gift experiences comes into play. While a handful of these gift experiences can be done solo (Mom needs a minute, OK?!), most of them are intended to be a bonding moment for you two. There's a pottery kit that you can order right off Amazon, a virtual flower arranging class and an at-home chocolate tasting, among others. In some cases, it's better if Mom calls the shots, which is why I've sprinkled in a few gift cards that she can redeem for cooking classes, spa days and photoshoots with the family. Given that a lot of these picks are digital, you can snag 'em in the eleventh hour. But since you have time on your side, go ahead and make your pick now, so you can rest easy until Mother's Day.
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