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Mother’s Day Weekend in the Hamptons 2026: Best Things to Do, Events & Dining
Your guide to Mother’s Day weekend in the Hamptons—featuring the best things to do across the East End, including events, art openings, live music, comedy, workshops, and wellness experiences, plus top brunch and dining reservations from Southampton to Montauk.
Events & Experiences
TOP 5 PICKS
INDA EATON LIVE + INDAMERICA™ RADIO HOUR LAUNCH AT TALKHOUSE
Amagansett | Saturday, May 9 | 8 p.m. | $40
Americana live set celebrating the launch of Inda Eaton’s new syndicated radio show, IndAmerica™ Radio Hour, debuting on WFRM 94.5 FM The Farm.
MOTHER’S DAY SOUND BATH WITH DANIEL LAUTER
Sag Harbor | Sunday, May 10 | 11 a.m. | $15–$30
Restorative sound bath experience at The Church featuring crystal bowls, gong, and Himalayan instruments.
MOM’S NIGHT OUT COMEDY AT BAY STREET THEATER
Sag Harbor | Saturday, May 9 | 8–10 p.m. | $44–$56
Mother’s Day weekend comedy show featuring top female comedians headlined by Patty Rosborough.
MOTHER’S DAY TEA & FLOWER WORKSHOP AT PARRISH ART MUSEUM
Water Mill | Sunday, May 10 | 12:30–2 p.m. | Varies
Museum tour followed by a floral arranging workshop with North Fork Flower Farm.
BOOK TALK: MAKING SPACE
Sunday, May 10 | 2–3 p.m. | Free–$20
Venue: Parrish Art Museum, Water Mill
A Conversation with Designer Courtney McLeod and Parrish Executive Director Mónica Ramírez-Montagut, In Collaboration with Phaidon on women in interior design.
AMAGANSETT
INDA EATON LIVE + INDAMERICA™ RADIO HOUR LAUNCH AT TALKHOUSE
Saturday, May 9 | 8 p.m. | $40
Venue: Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St., Amagansett
Full-band Americana performance marking the launch of Inda Eaton’s syndicated radio program IndAmerica™ Radio Hour.
BRIDGEHAMPTON
PAINT, CREATE & CELEBRATE WITH MOM (CMEE)
Friday, May 8 | 5–6 p.m. | $70 (duo), $30 additional child
Venue: Children’s Museum of the East End, Bridgehampton
Hands-on art workshop where moms and kids design custom hairbrushes.
HAMPTON BAYS
ANNUAL MOTHER’S DAY PLANT & BAKE SALE
May 8–9 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Free
Venue: Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center, Hampton Bays
Fundraising plant and bake sale supporting wildlife rehabilitation.
EAST HAMPTON
16 WOMEN GROUP EXHIBITION
May 9–10 | Free
Venue: Ashawagh Hall, East Hampton
Annual exhibition featuring 16 women artists in painting, photography, and sculpture.
RESIDUAL LIGHT OPENING RECEPTION
Saturday, May 9 | 5–7 p.m. | Free
Venue: The Arts Center at Duck Creek, East Hampton
Contemporary exhibition exploring experimental photography and light-based processes.
SAG HARBOR
MOTHER’S DAY SOUND BATH WITH DANIEL LAUTER
Sunday, May 10 | 11 a.m. | $15–$30
Venue: The Church, Sag Harbor
Immersive sound bath experience designed for relaxation and renewal.
SPRING JUBILEE
Saturday, May 9 | 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | Free
Venue: The Church, Sag Harbor
4th Annual Family-friendly spring festival with art, crafts, and local makers.
MOM’S NIGHT OUT COMEDY
Saturday, May 9 | 8–10 p.m. | $44–$56
Venue: Bay Street Theater, Sag Harbor
Stand-up comedy night featuring leading female comedians.
SOUTHAMPTON
TWILIGHT DANCE PARTY & ART SHOW
Saturday, May 9 | 7–11 p.m. | $50–$150
Venue: Southampton Arts Center, Southampton
Evening DJ-driven dance event paired with immersive art installation.
WATER MILL
MOTHER’S DAY TEA & FLOWER WORKSHOP
Sunday, May 10 | 12:30–2 p.m. | Varies
Venue: Parrish Art Museum, Water Mill
Guided museum tour followed by floral arranging workshop.
BOOK TALK: MAKING SPACE
Sunday, May 10 | 2–3 p.m. | Free–$20
Venue: Parrish Art Museum, Water Mill
A Conversation with Designer Courtney McLeod and Parrish Executive Director Mónica Ramírez-Montagut, In Collaboration with Phaidon on women in interior design.
WESTHAMPTON BEACH
MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS AT THE SUNSET THEATER
Saturday, May 9 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Varies
Venue: Sunset Theater, Westhampton Beach
Make memories together with arts & crafts, jewelry making, sweet treats, mimosas and crepes.
Mother’s Day Dining & Brunch Guide
Where to brunch, dine, and celebrate Mother’s Day 2026 across the Hamptons and North Fork—from waterfront restaurants to vineyard settings
AMAGANSETT
LUNCH LOBSTER ROLL (Now Open for the Season)
Hours: From 11:45 a.m.
Address: 1980 Montauk Highway
A Hamptons classic serving lobster rolls, chowder, and seafood favorites in a relaxed roadside setting—ideal for a casual Mother’s Day stop.
BRIDGEHAMPTON
Bridgehampton leans less into formal Mother’s Day programming and more into classic, reservation-driven dining.
BOBBY VAN’S STEAKHOUSE
Date: Sunday, May 10
Time: Lunch & dinner
Address: 2393 Montauk Highway
A dependable Hamptons steakhouse offering classic cuts, seafood, and traditional favorites—perfect for an easy, familiar Mother’s Day meal.
BRIDGEHAMPTON INN & RESTAURANT
Address: 2266 Montauk Highway
A refined, intimate setting serving elevated seasonal American cuisine in a historic inn.
DOPO IL PONTE
Address: 2402 Montauk Highway’
Modern Italian with wood-fired pizzas and handmade pastas—best for a relaxed dinner celebration.
EAST HAMPTON
THE BAKER HOUSE 1650
Date: Sunday, May 10
Time: 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Address: 181 Main Street
A standout garden brunch at a historic inn featuring a prix fixe menu, champagne, and seasonal fare.
BOSTWICK’S ON THE HARBOR (Now Open for the Season)
Hours: Thursday–Sunday evenings
Address: 39 Gann Road
A longtime favorite for sunset views and seafood classics in a relaxed waterfront setting.
HAMPTON BAYS
THE HAMPTON MAID
Date: Sunday, May 10
Time: 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
Cost: $50 adults; $20 children
Address: 259 East Montauk Highway
A beloved prix fixe brunch featuring lemon ricotta pancakes, wild mushroom omelets, eggs Benedict, and more.
COWFISH
Date: Sunday, May 10
Address: 258 East Montauk Highway
Waterfront dining along the Shinnecock Canal with a festive, family-friendly Mother’s Day atmosphere.
MONTAUK
GIGI’S AT GURNEY’S MONTAUK RESORT
Date: Sunday, May 10
Address: 290 Old Montauk Highway
Oceanfront brunch with sweeping Atlantic views and seasonal coastal cuisine.
GOSMAN’S DOCK – LOBSTER HOUSE & CLAM BAR (Opening Weekend)
Opening: Friday, May 8
Hours: 12–9 p.m. daily
Address: 484 West Lake Drive
A major new opening for the season serving fresh, dockside seafood with classic Montauk Harbor views.
NAVY BEACH
Date: Sunday, May 10
Address: 16 Navy Road
Beachfront dining on Fort Pond Bay with a special Mother’s Day prix fixe (3-course prix fix from 12 p.m. to close; $60) — one of Montauk’s most scenic reservations.
SAG HARBOR
THE BELL & ANCHOR
Date: Sunday, May 10
Time: Brunch 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; Dinner 5:30–8 p.m.
Address: 3253 Noyac Road
A go-to for a classic Hamptons Mother’s Day, offering both brunch and dinner with a full à la carte menu and standout seafood and seasonal dishes.
LULU KITCHEN & BAR
Date: Sunday, May 10; Brunch 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Address: 126 Main Street
A stylish, high-energy spot with wood-fired cooking and seasonal dishes—ideal for a lively Mother’s Day brunch or dinner in the heart of Sag Harbor.
SOUTHAMPTON
LA GOULUE SUR MER
Date: Sunday, May 10
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: 210 Hampton Road
An elegant French-inspired brunch with signature pastries, seasonal dishes, and a lively bistro atmosphere.
LIMONCELLO RISTORANTE
Date: Sunday, May 10
Address: 40 North Sea Road
Classic Italian dining with brunch and dinner seatings—ideal for a traditional family celebration.
CLAUDE’S AT THE SOUTHAMPTON INN
Date: Sunday, May 10
Address: 91 Hill Street
Seasonal menus in a charming inn setting offering a relaxed, refined experience.
WATER MILL
CALISSA
Date: Sunday, May 10
Time: Brunch service
Address: 1020 Montauk Highway, Water Mill
A high-energy Greek-inspired brunch destination featuring Mediterranean dishes, cocktails, and one of the most in-demand Mother’s Day reservations on the East End.
NORTH FORK
SOUTHOLD
SPARKLING POINTE
Date: Sunday, May 10
Time: 10:45 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost: $55
Address: 39750 County Road 48
A North Fork favorite featuring bubbly, brunch bites, and vineyard views, plus optional floral arranging experiences. Sweet ‘n savory Mother’s Day Brunch: $55/pp + tax, gratuity.
GREENPORT
NORTH FORK TABLE & INN
Address: 57225 Main Roadm Greenport
An acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant offering refined seasonal cuisine—an elevated option for a destination Mother’s Day meal.
THE AMERICAN BEECH HOTEL
Address: 300 Main Street, Greenport
A stylish, lively downtown Greenport restaurant with seasonal dishes and outdoor seating—great for brunch or lunch.
MATTITUCK
LOVE LANE KITCHEN
Address: 240 Love Lanem Mattituck
A cozy, local favorite known for fresh brunch dishes and a charming small-town atmosphere.
CUTCHOGUE
TOUCH OF VENICE
Address: 28350 Main Road, Cutchogue
A longtime Italian favorite offering a warm, family-style Mother’s Day dining experience with strong wine pairings.
EDITOR’S NOTE
From oceanfront brunches and garden dining in the Hamptons to vineyard views on the North Fork, Mother’s Day on the East End offers something for every style of celebration. Reservations are strongly recommended across all locations.