This Mother’s Day, Sun, May 10, skip the expected and give Mom an experience she will never forget at Scarborough Renaissance Festival (2511 FM 66, Waxahachie, 972-938-3247), where Mom reigns supreme for the day. Set in a 16th-century English village just southeast of Fort Worth, the festival turns Mother’s Day into a full-day escape filled with live entertainment, artisan shopping, and indulgent fare.
Special Mother’s Day activities include a mead tasting experience at the Castle Pavilion from 11:30am to 1:30pm, where the first 100 moms will receive two complimentary mead samples and enjoy exclusive offers. To make the day even more memorable, the Festival is hosting a “Royal Treatment for Mom” contest. Families can nominate their favorite mom for a chance to win a prize package that includes four tickets, drinks, a food voucher, and a special gift from the artisan marketplace. Entries are open now thru 11:59pm on Thu, Apr 30 at SRFestival.com/rtw-mom/
In this storybook setting, Mom can enjoy a little royal treatment while the kids take on their roles as loyal subjects and Dad steps in as the knight in shining armor, making the day feel both magical and easy to plan. Moms can also enjoy a touch of indulgence throughout the day with on-site experiences for purchase, including relaxing massages, whimsical hair braiding, henna body art, and fresh floral offerings, adding to the feeling of being pampered like royalty.
Beyond the festivities, Scarborough’s renowned artisan marketplace offers the perfect opportunity to let Mom choose a gift as unique as she is. With more than 200 shops throughout the village, guests can discover handcrafted treasures ranging from elegant glassblown art and hand-thrown pottery to Renaissance-inspired crowns, tiaras, and circlets fit for a queen. Delicate floral garlands, bespoke jewelry crafted from sterling silver and gemstones, and finely made accessories, including parasols, fans, and ornate hairpieces, offer thoughtful ways to commemorate the day.
Throughout the village, artisans bring their craft to life with live demonstrations, from glass sculpting and silversmithing to candle carving, calligraphy, and pottery, creating an immersive and interactive shopping experience. From start to finish, Scarborough Renaissance Festival offers a Mother’s Day celebration that blends romance, family fun, and unforgettable moments. It is more than a gift. It is a full day dedicated to making Mom feel like the queen she truly is.
Families can also capture the moment with a professional photo in period costume, giving Mom a timeless keepsake from her day in the kingdom. Also on Mother’s Day, children 12 and under are admitted free with each paid adult admission, giving families another reason to spend the day together. Families can also take part in a children’s craft station, where little ones create heartfelt cards and letters for Mom, adding a personal and memorable touch to the day.
