Mother's Day, May 10, 2026: A Nisswa and Brainerd Lakes Celebration Guide
- Camp Nisswa
- Apr 13
- 12 min read
Updated: 21 minutes ago
With Mother's Day just around the bend, seize this moment to plan an unforgettable surprise for your Mom, Grandmother, Wife or Loved One. Our comprehensive guide is your key to discovering the best local brunches, meals, and specials. Enhance the day with delightful candies and exquisite flowers! We're dedicated to keeping this guide up-to-date with the latest events and specials. Contribute to our list by emailing us at info@campnisswa.com or through our event submission page.
Mother’s Day Brunches, Breakfasts, Specials, and Dinners:
May 4, 2026
Knotty Pine Bakery Mother’s Day Pre-Orders (Brainerd & Nisswa, MN)
Date: May 8-10, 2026 | Mother’s Day weekend pickup
Details: Knotty Pine Bakery is taking Mother’s Day pre-orders featuring a Floral Wreath Cake, Sugar Cookie Gift Box, Cupcake Sampler, and Sweet Roll 4-pack. Orders will be accepted through Monday, May 4, with pickup available at either the Brainerd or Nisswa location during Mother’s Day weekend on May 8, 9, and 10.
May 5, 2026
Cana Wine Bar (Crosby, MN)
Date:Â May 5, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Details: Cana Wine Bar will host a Spring Mother’s Day Wine & Fashion Event celebrating the wonderful moms in your life. The evening includes wine, fashion, and a festive Mother’s Day experience. Pricing is $50 per person, and space is limited.
May 9, 2026
Lake Latitude (Nisswa, MN)
Date:Â May 9-10, 2026 | Saturday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at Lake Latitude with permanent jewelry from Wandering Studio on both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday will also feature a Sip + Shop from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., making it a fun way to treat Mom to some new bling and enjoy a day out together.
Brakstad Family Farm Mothers Day Open House (Pequot Lakes, MN)
Date:Â May 9, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Details: Brakstad Family Farm & General Store will host its annual Mother’s Day Open House featuring a lineup of local vendors, handcrafted items, and a chance to get out and shop local. The event highlights local talent and shopping opportunities in a Mother’s Day open house setting.
May 10, 2026 | Mother's Day
Wings Airport Cafe (Brainerd, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | Reservations available from 5:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Details: Wings Airport Cafe is celebrating Mother’s Day with a breakfast special for $15.95 featuring raspberry fritter French toast topped with peaches and cream, served with sausage links, along with a dinner with dessert special for $27.95. Dinner includes a choice of braised short ribs with rosemary demi glace or wild rice and mushroom stuffed chicken breast topped with roasted garlic champagne sauce, plus a choice of side, grilled asparagus, sweet rye roll, and dessert. Moms will also receive a free flower. Reservations are recommended by calling 218-828-0206.
A-Pine Family Restaurant (Pequot Lakes, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Details: A-Pine Family Restaurant will celebrate Mother’s Day with a full day of comfort food favorites. Breakfast will be served from 7:00-11:30 a.m. with specials including Chicken & Waffle and Eggs Benedict. Lunch and dinner specials will be available from 12:00-7:00 p.m. or until gone, featuring a Honey & Brown Sugar Baked Ham Dinner and Chicken Dinner. No discounts or substitutions.
Pequot Lakes American Legion S.A.L. Omelet Breakfast (Pequot Lakes, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Music 4 -7 PM
Details: Ben Krueger Legion Post 49 in Pequot Lakes will host a Mother’s Day S.A.L. Omelet Breakfast in the back hall, serving from 8:00 a.m. to noon. live music from Muddy Waters on Mother’s Day from 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Sunshine’s SummerHouse (Lake Shore, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Sunshine’s SummerHouse will host a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet featuring Sunshine’s smoked meats, stuffed French toast, salads, desserts, and more. Pricing is $34.99 for adults and $13.99 for kids 10 and under. Reservations are recommended by calling 218-961-4300.
Breakfast buffet at Luminary at Northern Pacific Center (Brainerd, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Celebrate Mother’s Day with a breakfast buffet at Luminary featuring a chef’s omelet station, Belgian waffles and French toast, pastries and yogurt parfaits, cheese quiche, a lox cream cheese bagel board, eggs Benedict, pit ham, shakshuka, shrimp and grits, slow braised short ribs, and a build-your-own crepe station. Pricing is $39 for adults, $19 for kids ages 6-12, and complimentary for children 5 and under. Reservations are recommended by calling 218-454-6688.
Celebrate Mom at The Woods! | Gather on 3 Event Center-Brunch Buffet OR Complete Take & Heat Dinner. (Brainerd, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Details: The Woods is offering three ways to celebrate Mom for Mother’s Day. Option 1 is a Mother’s Day brunch at Gather on 3 with Sunday seatings from 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Pricing is $32.99 for adults, $15.99 for ages 5-12, and free for ages 4 and under. Option 2 is a Take & Heat Dinner with Saturday pickup, featuring pre-order dinner options for one at $27.99, for two at $53.99, or for four at $103.99, with an eight-person option also available. Option 3 is a Prime Rib Dinner at B’Merri Gastropub on Sunday, with the bar opening at 2:00 p.m. and dinner beginning at 4:00 p.m. Reservations are recommended, and brunch reservations or Take & Heat pre-orders can be made through the ticket link or by calling 218-822-4336.
Croft Kitchen (Crosby, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Details: Croft Kitchen will host a Mother’s Day Brunch with moms receiving a free adult beverage or NA beverage and a cinnamon roll. Reservations are encouraged.
Mother’s Day Breakfast at Mad Rabbits Emporium (Crosslake, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Details: Mad Rabbits Emporium will host a Mother’s Day Breakfast featuring their full breakfast menu and giant caramel pecan cinnamon rolls. Reservations are recommended by calling 218-692-6445.
Location:Â Mad Rabbits Emporium | 14211 Swann Dr, Crosslake, MN 56442
Brunch at Fairways at Madden’s (Gull Lake, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Details: Celebrate Mother’s Day with brunch at Fairways at Madden’s. Guests can enjoy fresh salads, breakfast favorites, carving stations, chef-inspired entrées like Cajun shrimp and dirty rice, lemon caper salmon, Greek chicken breast, and prime rib, plus breads, desserts, and caramel rolls from Madden’s Bakery. Pricing is $55 for adults, $22 for ages 5-14, and free for ages 0-4. Reservations are required by calling 218-855-5924.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Taconite Canteen & Event Center (Ironton, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Details: Taconite Canteen & Event Center will host its 4th Annual Mother’s Day Brunch with smoked salmon, muffins and pastries, cheese and cracker platter, salads, strawberry yogurt, creamy pea pasta salad, fresh fruit, veggies, chef-carved prime rib with au jus, champagne chicken, biscuits and country gravy, bacon, shrimp cocktail, scrambled eggs, cheese omelets, sausage links, blueberry pancakes, creamy scalloped ham, southwest corn, and assorted desserts. Reservations are required by calling 218-545-2220. Pricing is $32.75 for adults, $15.75 for kids ages 5-12, and free for kids 4 and under.
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Black Bear Lodge & Saloon (Baxter, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Black Bear Lodge & Saloon will host a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet featuring prime rib au jus, walleye, roasted chicken, smokey gouda mac, seafood boil, mashed potatoes, assorted cheeses, smoked salmon, dinner rolls, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, Belgian waffles, bacon and sausage, hash browns, fresh fruit, assorted salads, warm caramel rolls, and pastries and desserts. Pricing is $41 for adults and $16 for children ages 5-12. Reservations are being taken for groups of 5 or more by calling 218-828-8400.
Brunch at Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort (Nisswa, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Celebrate Mother’s Day with a family brunch at Grand View Lodge’s Gull Lake Center featuring made-to-order eggs and omelets, chef-carved entrées, a full seafood bar, breakfast favorites, seasonal salads, Grand View’s signature doughnuts and fresh bakery items, plus a dessert spread. Juice, coffee, tea, and more are included. Pricing is $59 for adults, $14 for children ages 5-12, and free for children 4 and under.
Lucky’s Tavern (Pequot Lakes, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Details: Lucky’s Tavern will celebrate Mother’s Day with breakfast from 10:00-11:30 a.m., lunch from 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., and dinner from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Breakfast specials include a breakfast plate for $8.95, breakfast sandwich for $8.95, and breakfast flatbread for $10.95, all served with fruit, plus 2-for-1 breakfast drinks from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Lunch includes egg salad, chicken salad, or tuna salad sandwiches served on a croissant with a cup of soup for $12.95. Dinner options include AYCE crab legs for $49.95, sirloin dinner for $29.95, chicken alfredo for $17.95, and lasagna for $17.95. The Flower Raffle starts at 1:00 p.m. with $2,000 worth of flowers to win, and shrimp cocktail will be available for $5.
AYCE buffet-style brunch at Big Axe Brewing Company (Nisswa, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Celebrate Mother’s Day with an annual AYCE buffet-style brunch at Big Axe Brewing Company. The menu includes Caesar salad, avocado toast, cauliflower saffron soup, fresh fruit, smoked trout, chili and roasted poblano dip with chips, brisket hash, smoked chicken sliders, cheeseburger sliders, scrambled eggs, turkey sausage, bacon, pancakes with maple syrup and whipped cream, and assorted desserts. Pricing is $32 for adults and $16 for ages 12 and under. Reservations are available by calling 218-961-2337.
Mother’s Day brunch buffet at Green Lantern Bar and Grill (Brainerd, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Green Lantern Bar and Grill will host a Mother’s Day brunch buffet featuring NY strip, carved ham, French toast bake, egg scramblers, caramel roll pull-aparts, sausage links, biscuits and gravy, Swedish meatballs, corn, cheesy potatoes, fresh fruit, creamy mac and cheese, and assorted desserts. Pricing is $24.95 for adults, $15.95 for kids under 12, and free for kids under 5. No reservations are being accepted.
Mother’s Day brunch buffet at Cragun’s Legacy Grill (Brainerd, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Celebrate Mom with a Mother’s Day brunch buffet at Cragun’s Legacy Grill featuring breakfast pastries, made-to-order omelets, fresh seafood, carving station prime rib, chef-inspired brunch favorites, seasonal salads, decadent desserts, and family-friendly options. Specialty brunch cocktails will also be available, including Bloody Marys, mimosas, and Mom’s Espresso Martini. Pricing is $45 for adults, $15 for kids ages 5-12, and free for kids 4 and under. Reservations are recommended by calling 218-825-2700.
The Local 218 (Brainerd, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: The Local 218 will host a Mother’s Day Brunch featuring a seafood display with a raw oyster bar, shrimp cocktail, and smoked salmon display; salads and sides like watermelon basil salad, baked brie and apple chutney, Caesar salad, creamy mashed potatoes, and green bean almondine; and entrées including London broil with peppers, onions, and mushrooms, stuffed chicken with mushroom risotto, crab topped halibut with white wine cream sauce, fish and chips, and eggs Benedict. Dessert options include coconut cream pie, French silk pie, key lime pie, and strawberry shortcake. Pricing is $40 for adults and $20 for kids. A bottomless mimosa bar and Bloody Mary bar will also be available for an additional $15. Reservations are required by calling 218-270-3195.
Bar Harbor Supper Club (Lake Shore, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Bar Harbor Supper Club will host a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet featuring beef tenderloin, truffled wild mushroom frittata, herb roasted chicken, lobster bisque, miso marinated salmon, fontina scrambled eggs, crispy fingerling potatoes, little gem Caesar salad, Madagascar vanilla French toast, shrimp cocktail, smoked salmon, applewood smoked bacon and sausage links, fruit salad, and assorted pastries. Pricing is $55 for adults and $12 for kids 10 and under. Reservations are recommended.
Oak Lawn Tavern (Brainerd, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Details: Oak Lawn Tavern will host a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet featuring broasted chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, coleslaw, ham, bacon, sausage links, scrambled eggs, Belgian waffles, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, fresh fruit, apple pie, and pecan pie. Pricing is $21.95 for adults and $1.00 per year of age for kids ages 3-14.
Breezy Point Resort Marina II Restaurant (Breezy Point, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Details: Breezy Point Resort will host a Mother’s Day Brunch at Marina II Restaurant featuring a chef-carved herb-crusted Wagyu roast beef carving station, grilled pork chops with apple chutney, Jamaican jerk chicken, seafood manicotti, Yukon Gold mashed potatoes and gravy, mac and cheese, oven roasted asparagus, eggs Benedict, bacon and sausage links, chicken strips and tater tots, fresh fruit, a chilled seafood arrangement, Caesar salad, chicken cordon bleu pasta salad, and assorted cakes, pies, and cookies. Pricing is $39.95 for adults, $16 for ages 5-12, and free for kids 4 and under. Reservations can be made on OpenTable or by calling 218-562-7161.
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Baxter’s Bar and Grill (Baxter, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Details: Baxter’s Bar and Grill will host a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet featuring mini egg omelets, breakfast potatoes, kielbaska sausage, fresh fruit, mac and cheese, potato salad, roasted parmesan green beans, pork ribs, chicken marsala, lasagna, assorted mini desserts, and mini muffins and pastries. Purse Bingo will also take place during brunch from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Reservations are recommended by calling 218-822-3663.
Mother's Day Specials at Antlers Kitchen + Wine Bar (Breezy Point, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | Opens at 11:00 AM
Details: Antlers Kitchen + Wine Bar will offer Mother’s Day features including lobster Benedict, salmon quiche, berry flatbread, short rib tacos, lemon garlic scallop bucatini, and hanger steak. The regular menu will also be available, with the dinner menu beginning at 4:30 p.m. Moms can enjoy half off their first glass of wine all day, and features are available while supplies last. Reservations are recommended by calling 218-562-7162 or booking on OpenTable.
Mother’s Day Buffet at Bridge Tavern (Crosby, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Details: Bridge Tavern will host a Mother’s Day Buffet featuring turkey, strip loin, baked cod, wild rice meatballs, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, candied carrots, loaded green beans, fresh salads, fresh fruit, deviled eggs, and assorted desserts. Pricing is $31 for adults, $25 for seniors and veterans, $20 for ages 5-12, and free for ages 4 and under. Reservations are required by calling 218-546-5219.
Mother’s Day Features at Riverside Tavern (Crosslake, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Details: Riverside Tavern will offer Mother’s Day features including Greek linguine with feta cream sauce, cherry tomatoes, marinated artichoke hearts, and kalamata olives for $22, with the option to add chicken or shrimp. A fresh berry beet salad with house-made raspberry vinaigrette will also be available for $15, with the option to add chicken. Dessert options will be available.
Mother’s Day Features at Lakes Tavern (Pequot Lakes, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Details: Lakes Tavern will offer Mother’s Day features including Greek linguine with feta cream sauce, cherry tomatoes, marinated artichoke hearts, and kalamata olives for $22, with the option to add chicken or shrimp. A fresh berry beet salad with house-made raspberry vinaigrette will also be available for $15, with the option to add chicken. Dessert options will be available.
Mother’s Day Special at Quarterdeck Resort (Nisswa, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Details: Quarterdeck Resort is celebrating Mother’s Day with a special all-day offer for Mom. Bring Mom to Quarterdeck on Sunday, May 10, and Mom gets a free entrée.
Mother's Day Fun at Snarky Loon Brewing Co. (Jenkins, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Details: Snarky Loon Brewing Co. is hosting a Mother’s Day celebration with all moms receiving one free beer or wine with purchase. Plant Bingo starts at 1:00 p.m. and is free to play, with plants and bragging rights up for grabs. The brewery will also have beer, wine, and food for the whole crew.
Moms Eat Free at Dunnmire’s Bar & Grill (Brainerd, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026 | All Day
Details: Dunnmire’s Bar & Grill is celebrating Mother’s Day with a Moms Eat Free special available all day. This dine-in-only offer includes one free entrée for moms with the purchase of another entrée.
Birchwood Char House & Bar (Hackensack, MN)
Date:Â May 10, 2026
Details: Birchwood Char House & Bar will offer a special Mother’s Day menu featuring BBQ chicken and ribs, seafood alfredo, spinach artichoke dip, and salmon over wild rice, along with mom-favorite desserts and the full regular menu. The post also notes that 20% of sales will be donated to the Walker Area Pregnancy Center. Reservations are recommended by calling 218-675-6200.
Candies, Sweets, Treats, and Chocolates
Wildflower Chocolate (Online Orders) -Â wildflowerchocolate.com
Northern Gifts and Sweets (Nisswa, MN) -Â Facebook Page
The Chocolate Ox (Nisswa, MN) -Â Facebook Page
Knotty Pine Bakery (Nisswa & Brainerd, MN) - knottypinebakery.com
Fancy Pants Chocolates (Brainerd, MN) -Â fancypantschocolates.com
The Yellow House (Crosslake, MN) -Â yellowhousecrosslake.com
Flowers & Floral Arrangements
Schaefer's Foods (Nisswa, MN) - schaefersfoods.com
North Country Floral (Brainerd, MN) - northcountryfloralmn.com
Brainerd Floral (Brainerd, MN) -Â brainerdfloral.com
Sherwood Florist and Garden Center (Pine River, MN) -Â sherwoodfloristmn.com
Copper Creek (Nisswa, MN) - coppercreeklandscapes.com
Lodging Specials
Grand View Lodge (Nisswa, MN)
Dates:Â May 8-12, 2026
Details: Grand View Lodge’s Mother’s Day Weekend package is designed to give Mom a relaxing and memorable getaway with a mix of luxury, fun, and special touches throughout the weekend.
Package Includes: Bouquet of flowers and chocolates in the room, breakfast on Saturday, Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday, exclusive offers for Mom on spa, coffee, dining, and cocktails, plus daily scheduled activities. Rates are inclusive of resort fees and subject to sales tax.
Reservations:Â Book online or call 218-963-8756.
Madden’s on Gull Lake (Gull Lake, MN)
Dates:Â May 10-12, 2026
Details: Madden’s Mother’s Day Getaway package offers a relaxing lakeside escape to celebrate Mom with family-friendly activities, spa specials, and special Mother’s Day perks throughout the stay.
Package Includes:Â Lodging rates starting at $125 per night, a free Recreation Pass for Mom, access to a family golf clinic, free golf for moms on Sunday, and additional Recreation Passes available for $35 per person.
Reservations:Â Book online.
Please note that events, specials, and prices may change and reservations could be required. We aim for accuracy and will update any known changes.
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