Mother’s Day is Sun., May 8, and no matter who "Mom" is to you — whether they gave birth to you, raised you, or adopted you as their own — they all deserve a little extra love.

In order to get the gift ideas going, we asked you what makes a great gift or experience for moms in Sacramento. Our guide with 9 local Mother’s Day gift ideas showcases your suggestions + where you can find them around the River City. ❤️
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Don’t break a sweat — save that for Mom

Know a mom who loves their daily workout? Whether the activity of choice is hitting the gym, taking a walk, or showing off their dance moves at a Step 1 Dance and Fitness Zumba class, give them the gift of recovery with an infrared sauna session from Capitol Floats or a deep tissue massage from Sacramento Massage Studio.
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Since the pets can’t spoil Mom

Sometimes the responsibility of being a parent falls to those who are the caretakers of a four-legged friend. Spoil their pet by picking out a new toy or treat at The Doggie Bag. Give Mom a day off from parent duties by getting their pet a day at Wagging Tailz Pet Spa & Lounge.

We’re taking you out, Mom

Don’t want to sit at home with Mom? Take them out to Golden 1 Center to see a performance by For KING And COUNTRY. Spend your evening watching Classical Concerts at The Crocker Art Museum or take them on a shopping spree to Nudge Eco Store. And for the mom who loves to wine + dine out on the town, plan to end your day out with a nice meal at Zócalo.
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Kick back and relax, we’ve got Mom covered

Okay, maybe you just want to lounge around at home with Mom. Spice up their space with a throw pillow from Strapping Store, or a candle from The Kitchen Table.

If Mom's sweet + likes them too

Someone as sweet as Mom deserves their dessert done right. Estelle serves up delicious baked goods. If chocolate is their go-to treat, pick up their favorite at Ginger Elizabeth.

Drink it all in for Mother's Day at Tower Brewing. | Photo by SACtoday staff

Drinks on us, Mom

Here’s a toast to all the Sac mother figures out there. Take them out to grab a Monkey Knife Fight at Tower Brewing or tour The Underground Tasting Room. If Mom prefers to enjoy their spirits at home, treat them to a White House Absinthe Verte from Gold River Distillery.
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“You don’t have to get me anything this year.”

If the mother figure in your life has never been one for extravagant gifts or celebrations, show them you’re thinking about them by picking up a bouquet of their favorite flowers at Raquel’s Florist. A hand-crafted card from The Paper Garden would be a great opportunity to express how you feel about their impact in your life. Sometimes a thoughtful word (or newsletter) can be the greatest gift to someone, in our humble opinion.

Mom reps SAC best

Know a mom who represents Sac unlike any other? Give them the ultimate gift of hometown pride with a branded shirt or hat from the 6AM Shop so they can strut their stuff around town repping their city. How does Mom take their coffee or tea in the morning? Maybe black, maybe with a dash of cream, but definitely in a Sac-branded ceramic mug.

If Mom’s imaginary best friend is Joanna Gaines

Gift Mom a sparkling clean house by booking a local, professional cleaning service (with great reviews) on Thumbtack. And for the mom whose garden is their pride and joy, have flowering trees, shrubs + hydrangeas delivered right to their door. Or if Mom just wants to pretend HGTV came to visit, book a getaway in a beautiful vacation house — bonus points if it's to come visit you right here in Sacramento. We have all the heart eyes for this home.

Not seeing a gift that matches the mother figure you’re shopping for this year? Don’t stress, we’ve got more Sac gift ideas for them.