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Mother's Day 2021: Things To Do With Mom In O.C.

Treat Mama to a fun day! Need last-minute ideas in Orange County on where to go, what to do or possible gifts? ... Patch has you covered.

ORANGE COUNTY, CA —After everything Mom has done holding down the family fort over the past pandemic year, she deserves a big, BIG, extra-special day. Mother's Day in 2021 falls on Sunday, May 9.

Peruse some fun events, find activities — plus possible gift tickets to upcoming extravaganzas —that will appeal to Mom, and make your plans for a memorable time.

And to all mothers, grandmothers, foster moms, stepmoms, godmoms, and aunties, too, Happy Mother's Day, from Patch!

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ANAHEIM:

MAY 9: Mother’s Day Foodie Guide: Disneyland. Check out the eatery specials and/or book your tickets to the parks.

Find out what's happening in Orange Countyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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BUENA PARK:

MAY 22: RE-OPENING: Knott's Berry Farm. Is Mom a Knott's fan? Tickets on sale now.

MAY 29: OPENING: Knott’s Berry Farm Soak City Waterpark. Surprise Mama with tickets? Daily capacity will be limited.

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COSTA MESA:

MAY 9: U-Pick Sunflowers For Mother's Day 2021: Tanaka Farms. Reservations required.

JULY 16-AUG. 15: Orange County Fair: OC Event Center. Advance tickets required this year, and they recently went on sale. Perfect gift for fair-loving mamas!

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LAGUNA BEACH:

MAY 9: The Promenade On Forest. Stroll through area featuring dining, outdoor spaces, art & retail.

JULY 7-SEPT. 3: Festival Of Arts & Pageant Of Masters. Be a super hero, and get tickets!

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NEWPORT BEACH:

MAY 8: 25th Annual Newport Beach Virtual Garden Tour. Log in, enjoy and save date for the Summer Garden Party.

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ORANGE:

MAY 9: Irvine Park Railroad, OC Zoo, Paddle Boat & Bike Rentals: Lots to do here at the regional park. The facilities are open for Mother's Day. Click here to sign up newsletter and receive same-day coupon discounts for admission.

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ORANGE COUNTY:

MAY 9: Mariachi Divas Mother's Day Serenade via Vallarta Supermarkets. Whip up brunch & tune in with Mamacita.

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RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA:

MAY 9: Mother's Day. Book a seat at Pinot’s Palette to laugh, drink and paint with Mom.

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SAN CLEMENTE:

MAY 13-14: Opera Through The Seasons 2021: Casa Romantica. Is Mother an opera fan? Tickets expected to go quickly.

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO:

MAY 9: Zoomars at River Street Ranch. Space still available for Sunday visit with the farm critters, plus newest attraction, mini-tractors, is open. Reservations here under "Buy Products" link.

MAY 9: Mother’s Day Picnics: Mission San Juan Capistrano. Make it a lovely day!

MAY 9: U-Pick Strawberries: South Coast Farms. Walk-ins welcome for this one.

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TRABUCO CANYON:

MAY 9: Cook's Corner. Live music & more always planned at this Santiago Canyon Road biker hot-spot. Check here on Facebook for the latest.

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TUSTIN:

MAY 9: The ID.4 Roadshow: Test Drive the All-Electric Volkswagen ID.4. Does Mama need new wheels?

MAY 22: The Haunting of Wilcox Manor! Entertainment Extravaganza. Could make a fun date night, and expected to sell out.

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YORBA LINDA:

MAY 9: Pat Nixon Gardens & New Exhibit: Nixon Library. Stroll the gardens & check out the new "The President and the Planet: Richard Nixon and the Environment." Tickets sold online.

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ALSO SEE: California's County Fair Guide: Where To Find The Fun In 2021

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