How to Celebrate Mother's Day in the Seacoast

Let's make this Mother's Day extra-special in the Seacoast! Being a mom is very rewarding, but also challenging, so we have some ideas to help mom (or yourself!) make some time for self-care this year.

So on May 11, let's celebrate the Seacoast moms and mom-figures in our lives by letting them know how much we appreciate everything they do for us the other 364 days of the year.

We wouldn't have the Macaroni KID Seacoast resource without the support of our local Seacoast businesses. Special thanks to Sea Love Portsmouth for being our Guide Sponsor this year! 

Need a last minute Mother's Day gift? Come to Sea Love Portsmouth and shop in our retail boutique featuring a wide variety of coastal-inspired products. You can also get Mom a Sea Love gift card so she can shop for herself, or, better yet, pour her own custom scented candle at our candle bar. Check out Sea Love Portsmouth’s feature in this guide to see all they have to offer!

Here are some Seacoast restaurant and gift ideas to spoil Mom, a few craft ideas children can do to show their love, plus an amazing Mother's Day giveaway with gifts from local Seacoast area businesses!

Updated May 1, 2025

Looking for restaurants in the Seacoast to enjoy a delicious Mother's Day brunch, complete with mimosas? Here are some Seacoast restaurants offering Mother's Day brunches.

Atlantic Grill
5 Pioneer Road
Rye, NH 03870
(603)433-3000
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Clark's American Bistro
48 Main Street
Durham, NH 03824
(603)397-5053
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Ginger & Clove Cafe
881 Layfayette Road
Hampton, NH 03842
(603)601-6077
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Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe
150 Congress Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 766-3474
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Roundabout Diner & Lounge
580 US Highway 1 Bypass
Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-431-1440
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Wentworth by the Sea
588 Wentworth Road
New Castle, NH 03854
(603) 422-7322
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Searching for that special gift? Get her a great gift and support a locally-owned Seacoast business all at the same time! Here are some of our favorites.

Cymbidium Floral
141 Water Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-1300

From stunning flower bouquets, a flowers of the month club or macaroons, you're sure to find something at Cymbidium Floral to put a smile on Mom's face. 

Water Street Bookstore
125 Water Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-9731

Sometimes there's nothing better or more simple than a new book. Gift mom something new to read from Water Street Bookstore.

Looking for something to do together with mom? The Seacoast has some great places to spend some time, stay active and have fun while making memories. Here are a few of our favorites. 

Barre & Soul
738 Islington Street Unit A3
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(781) 539-3679

Why not take a fun barre class with mom and get your workout it while spending time together? Or get her a class pack as a gift? Barre & Soul teaches yoga, barre classes and more.

Salt Pump Climbing 
199 Constitution Avenue
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 368-1019

Hit the rocks at Salt Pump Climbing Co for an adrenaline rush this Mother's Day. This indoor climbing facility also includes a fitness center.

Sea Love Portsmouth
33 Deer Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 427- 8040

Gift mom a fun experience with DIY candle making. Sea Love Portsmouth will guide you through the candle pouring process as you choose your favorite scents to make a personalized creation. Make your own candle and shop the boutique!

Whether she's into spa treatments or just needs some time to relax, we have ideas on ways to give Mom a gift to spend time in the Seacoast doing something she'll love.

Seacoast Flote
845 Lafayette Boulevard 
Hampton, NH 03842
             &
800 Islington Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 418-6518

For a truly unique and relaxing self-care experience, pamper Mama with float therapy. Floating is known to help reduce stress, boost immunity, relieve pain and provide mental clarity to name a few of the benefits. With two locations, Seacoast Flote offers a variety of options and packages. 

Handmade gifts are all about the heart. Help the kids make gifts for mom she's sure to treasure:

• Kid Craft: Easy DIY Puzzle Piece Frames
• Free Printable: A Special Keepsake From the Kids for Mother's Day
• Stick With Us: A DIY Heart-Shaped Garden Stake 
• Recycled Magazine Butterflies: Easy and Beautiful Mother's Day Craft
• How to Make Easy Paper Plate Suncatchers 

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