Mother's Day Weekend in Parksville Qualicum Beach

While you’re here, treat Mom to a seaside brunch, browse handmade crafts, and wander through blooming gardens. We’ve pulled together a few ideas to help you celebrate all weekend long in a way that feels heartfelt and memorable.

Shop Local, Brunch with a View, and Celebrate Creatively

Not Just for Moms Market
Bradley Centre, Coombs | Saturday, May 10 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

This cheerful market is all about celebrating makers, moms, and community. With vendors both inside and out, free admission, and a concession stand serving up fresh baked goods and hot drinks, it’s the kind of event that makes you want to stay a little longer. Grab a coffee, browse local crafts, and pick up a handmade gift or two.

Saturday Morning Farmers Markets
Qualicum Beach & Errington | Saturday, May 10 | 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Kick off Mother’s Day weekend with a market morning—coffee in hand, fresh air, and time well spent with Mom. Start early at the Qualicum Beach Farmers Market on Veterans Way (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM), where you’ll find everything from farm-fresh eggs and baked goods to flowers and handcrafted gifts. Then head to the Errington Farmers Market (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) for live music, local food trucks, and artisan goods.

Haiku Poetry Exhibition at Coombs Butterfly World
Coombs Butterfly World | Saturday & Sunday, May 10–11 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

If you’re looking for something peaceful and memorable to do with Mom, this one’s a lovely pick. Celebrate the release of island poet Sophia Conway’s new book, Crumbs & Constellations: A Haiku Story, as her work is showcased among the tropical blooms and fluttering butterflies of Coombs Butterfly World. With koi ponds, orchids, and haiku tucked between the greenery, it’s a quiet, meaningful way to spend time together.

Divas Comes to Qualicum
Qualicum Beach Legion | Saturday, May 10 | Doors 6:00 PM, Show 8:00 PM

Looking for a night out that’s anything but ordinary? Take Mom to a show she won’t forget. Bonnie Kilroe’s one-woman impersonation performance, Divas: She’s Every Woman, is part musical, part comedy, and all sparkle. From Dolly and Reba to Madonna and Lady Gaga, she channels iconic stars with big vocals, bigger personalities, and enough costume changes to keep the whole crowd grinning.

Oceanside Mother’s Day 10K & 5K Run/Walk
Qualicum Beach Legion | Sunday, May 11

The Oceanside Running Club Association hosts this annual run through the scenic seaside town of Qualicum Beach, with both 10K and 5K options. The course starts and finishes near the Qualicum Beach Legion (right where the Saturday market is held) and welcomes runners, walkers, and families alike. Spots are limited, so register early if you're planning to lace up.

The Bayside Restaurant & Lounge
Parksville | Live Music Saturday 5:30–8:30 PM & Sunday 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Treat Mom to brunch or dinner with a view of the ocean and a soundtrack of live local music. Sunday brunch includes all the classics, and the peaceful beachside setting makes for a perfect backdrop to unwind.

Mother's Day Brunch

Brunch Plans? We've Got You Covered
Throughout Parksville Qualicum Beach | Sunday, May 11

From cozy cafés to oceanfront dining rooms, local restaurants go all out for Mother’s Day brunch. You’ll find special menus, seasonal ingredients, and plenty of places that feel just right for a slow morning spent with Mom. Visit our Deals page to find current offers and local favourites and don’t wait too long to book a table! Brunch spots tend to fill up quickly this time of year.

Take a Stroll Somewhere Beautiful

Milner Gardens & Woodland

A stroll through Milner feels like walking through a storybook. The forested trails lead to ocean bluffs and quiet garden paths, often filled with rhododendrons in full spring bloom. Check to see if their Mother’s Day High Tea is running this year, it usually fills up fast.

Englishman River Falls

For a peaceful walk with a little adventure, head to these forested falls just outside Parksville. The short loop trail crosses scenic footbridges and passes two waterfalls, one roaring, the other gently cascading into a clear pool below.

Rathtrevor Beach

After a busy day with Mom, Rathtrevor Beach is the perfect place to end up. Rathtrevor offers one of the flattest, widest beaches on the coast, and it’s great for a slow, barefoot wander. The picnic areas and forested trails make it an easy pick for a low-key afternoon outdoors.

Thoughtful Ways to Wind Down

Pamper Mom with Spa Time and Ocean Views

From a soothing massage at Stonewater Spa on Parksville Beach to the mineral pool and tapas experience at Tigh-Na-Mara’s Grotto Spa, there are plenty of ways to help Mom relax. Both offer calm, coastal settings perfect for recharging, especially when paired with a walk by the water or a slow afternoon nap. Planning something a little more low-key? Grab treats from a local bakery, find a sunny spot on the beach, and let the view do the rest.

No matter how you spend it, Mother’s Day in Parksville Qualicum Beach is all about the little things: slow mornings, shared laughs, good food, and fresh air. And really, that’s what makes it special.