What to do in Corpus Christi for Mother’s Day

Mom. Mama. Madre. Mommy. However you say it, it’s that time of year to celebrate the wonderful woman who brought you into this world. 
Sunday, May 8 is Mother’s Day. Treat her to these events across Corpus Christi:
Have mimosas with Mom
At Coastline Bistro inside the Holiday Inn Downtown Marina, a special menu designed by the in-house Chef will be prepared from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday. Try the Crepe Madre or the Drunken Salmon. Coastline Bistro is located at 707 North Shoreline Blvd. Call (361) 882-1700 for more information.
On Sunday, Schlitterbahn’s Veranda Restaurant at 14353 Commodores Drive will hold a there will be a Mother’s Day Brunch. The menu is a decadent breakfast treat, with an omelet station, chocolate fondue, fresh fruit and more. Cost is $24.99 for adults and $12.99 for children ages 12 and under. Pianist William H. Powell III will be setting the mood from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reserve a table today by calling (361) 589-4230. Visit the website for more information.
See the game
On Sunday, watch the Corpus Christi Hooks play ball against the San Antonio Missions. The gates open at 1:05 p.m. with special prizes for Mother’s Day, including gift cards from H-E-B, Valero, Massage Envy, Rudy’s Bar-B-Q and Whataburger. Castro’s Flowers will be providing 1,000 red carnations. Purchase tickets here. Whataburger field is located at 734 E Port Ave. in the S.E.A. district, downtown Corpus Christi.
Take part in the art
The Art Museum of South Texas is having a special Dollar Day in honor of Mother’s Day. Visit the museum Sunday, May 8 from 1 to 5 p.m. at 1902 N Shoreline Blvd., S.E.A. District.
Michael’s craft store plans two events for Mother’s Day Fun on Saturday, May 7. From 10 a.m. to noon, kids craft paper flowers. Sign up in store or online (or just drop in!). Cost is $2 per project, supplies included. The second event, Fun Family Craft time will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Kids craft a card and a bracelet. Free event, supplies included. Michaels is located at 4717-E S Padre Island Dr.
Go for a walk
The ArtWalk is held the first Friday of every month, and this month it falls right on Mother’s Day weekend. On Friday, May 6, join the ArtWalk in the newly renovated La Retama Park in downtown Corpus Christi. Hosted by the Marina Arts District, the ArtWalk will feature free live music and local flavors and beverages for sale from the ever popular food trucks. Pop in and out of art galleries to peep the work of local and national artists. Visit the website to learn more.
Join the BridgeWalk on Sunday, May 8 at 8:30 a.m in Heritage park. Arrive early to fill out a participants waiver. After the walk, join the well exercised crowd in Heritage park for free fitness classes, including Yoga, Zumba and Tai Chi. Click here for more information.
Stop and smell the roses
Moms get in free at the South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center this weekend, May 6-8. Forget buying her flowers, take her to look at some. Just say, “Mom’s love flowers,” as the front desk for free admission to an orchid show, art exhibit and Parrot Talk in the Tropical Garden. The rest of the family pays regular general admission (unless you’re members!).
If you would rather run through the roses, join the free Mother’s Day Fun Run on Sunday, May 8. The course leads runners through the botanical gardens trail system, butterfly house, bromeliad conservatory, orchid house and other beautiful scenery. All mothers receive a rose and a slice of sweet pink cake at the end of the three-mile run.  Visit the South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center at 8545 S Staples Street. Call (361) 852-2100 for more information.
Listen to the music
Del Mar College is throwing a special Mother’s Day concert featuring the Del Mar Master Chorus. Join the music on Satuday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Richardson Performance Hall on Del Mar East Campus, located at Ayers and Baldwin. Admission is free.
On Sunday, May 8, KROB is throwing its 13th Annual Mother’s Day Celebration. With two stages of Tejano music playing from 12 to 8 p.m., you have plenty of ime to dance. The celebration will be held in Heritage Park at 1581 Chapparall St.
Get that “Mom” tattoo you’ve always wanted
Xtreme Tattoo Studio is having a Mother’s Day tattoo special: for only $25, you can get your mother’s signature (or choose from a selection of other flash tattoos) to show your permanent affection. Xtreme Tattoo Studio is located at 4035 Ayers St.
Say it with flowers
If you would like to show your love and affection through a beautiful bouquet of flowers, check out our list of local florists. Throw a box of chocolate and a bottle of red wine into the mix and you’re set to be Mom’s favorite at last!