Mother’s Day weekend doesn’t have to look one particular way, it should be designed around the moms you’re celebrating. Whether she’d love a lively weekend in downtown Laurel filled with good food, local shopping, and live music or would rather trade the hustle and bustle for quiet mornings, lakeside yoga, and a slower pace, Laurel and Jones County has more than one way to make her weekend meaningful.
Mother’s Day in the Heart of Laurel
For moms who love making the most out of a celebratory occasion, downtown Laurel is the perfect place to spend this Mother’s Day weekend.
Friday: Start the Weekend in Style
Ease into Mother’s Day weekend with dinner at Mimmo’s Ristorante Pizzeria, a cozy, welcoming spot that feels just right for the first toast to the weekend. From there, make the evening a little more personal with a reservation at Night at Novi, where custom jewelry making turns the evening into something she’ll have forever.
Saturday: Explore the Best of Laurel
Start the morning with a coffee or an energy drink at Hwy Grind Coffee to fuel up before spending the day downtown. Explore the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art, home to one of the South’s most notable collections of American paintings, sculptures, and works on paper, with a strong focus on 19th and 20th century landscape and portrait traditions that reflect the evolution of American art. From there, spend the afternoon browsing, shopping, and snacking at Social on Short 7th, a one-day street festival that brings downtown Laurel to life with live music and local vendors. It’s equal parts shopping and quality time, and it lets her pick out something more unique than anything you’d order online. In the afternoon, settle into Live in Laurel at Trustmark Art Park to enjoy even more free outdoor music. With two live music events happening downtown around the same time, the afternoon flows from one stop to the next. Lastly, wrap up the busy day with dinner at The Loft, where the atmosphere is elevated and easygoing.
Sunday: Mother’s Day Celebration
Spend the morning of her special day at a leisurely Sunday brunch at Edgar’s Steakhouse, where everything from mimosas to classic Southern favorites set the tone for a slow and indulgent day. Spend the day resting and relaxing or checking off a few final Laurel must-do’s before heading home. Many of Laurel’s most popular shops, like the Laurel Mercantile family of stores (Scotsman General Store & Woodshop, Scent Library, and LMCO), are open on Sundays, making it easy to squeeze these stops in before the weekend ends. It isn’t the perfect Mother’s Day weekend without flowers so before the weekend ends, stop by the Emporium on Ivy and top off the weekend with a bouquet almost as beautiful as her. Laurel and Jones County make it easy to build a Mother’s Day weekend around fun and making the most of time together
A Weekend Retreat for Mom
For moms who’d rather spend the weekend slowing down, the Lodge at Sweetwater Studios offers a full Mother’s Day getaway built around rest, wellness, and a more peaceful kind of celebration.
Friday: Settle In and Slow Down
Start the weekend by checking into one of Sweetwater’s retreat-style lodging options, whether that looks like a glamping tent or cozy cottage. Spend Friday evening exploring the property, settling into the calm, and enjoying the kind of quiet that is hard to come by during everyday life. Even though Sweetwater feels tucked away, downtown Laurel’s restaurants and shops are just a short drive away, making it easy to head into town for dinner before returning,
Saturday: A Full Day of Restoration
Saturday is all about taking full advantage of what Sweetwater has to offer. Start the day by taking a hike on one of the beautiful walking trails or enjoying the countless amenities on the property. Whether you’re a mom taking a solo retreat, a couples weekend away for her, or a mother-daughter trip, Sweetwater is different from the usual plans in the best way possible.
Sunday: Mother’s Day, Fully Recharged
Wake up slowly and spend the holiday enjoying one last peaceful morning with coffee on the porch, one last walk through nature, or a final trip to the Meditation Studio before checkout. From there, head into downtown Laurel for Mother’s Day brunch, shopping, and exploring. A Mother’s Day Weekend at Sweetwater gives her the gift of taking a break from the usual business and slowing down to get the rest she deserves.
Two Itineraries: One Purpose
Regardless of which Mother’s Day weekend is the best fit for her, Laurel and Jones County is happy to offer the flexibility that lets her feel celebrated. From memorable local events to quiet moments of much-needed rest, visit Laurel and fill Mother’s Day weekend with experiences that are shaped around what she enjoys most.
Start planning now, Mother’s Day weekend is one of the most popular times to visit, and is the perfect opportunity to give her a gift that feels as special as she is.
