Still trying to figure out what to get the mother figure(s) in your life for Mother’s Day? Worry not — the City Cast Philly team has some suggestions for last-minute gifts that you can buy from local businesses right here in the city.
🕯️ Hand-Poured Candles from Mount Airy Candle Co.
These locally-made candles come in lots of varieties, from lavender and tea to black pepper and cardamom. You can find the company’s products at numerous retailers across the city and region.
$14.50–$24.50
🍪 Cookies from Famous 4th Street Cookie Company
Does Mom have a sweet tooth? She might like this seasonal bundle of ruby chocolate cherry, toffee pecan, spring sugar, and chocolate chip cookies.
$25+
🪴 House Plant from Plant and People
Find the right plant for your mother figure’s needs — from low-light to low-maintenance options — at this West Philly shop, which is run by a mother-daughter duo.
$6+
🍻 Tickets to a Boozy Zoo Festival
Treat mom to an experience and support the Philadelphia Zoo in one fell swoop by gifting her tickets to one of their boozy, adults-only fundraisers: Philly Wine Fest (Saturday, May 18) or the Summer Ale Festival (Saturday, July 20).
$45–$75
🏛️ Coasters from Philadelphia Independents
Pick up a set of wooden coasters celebrating the city or ceramic coasters depicting local landmarks at this Philly-focused Old City shop.
$32–34
🧵 Sewing 101 Class at Butcher Sew Shop
Gift mom four weeks of learning how to make a tote bag and build basic sewing skills at this Bella Vista studio. (Other classes are available at varying lengths, price points, and skill levels.)
$285
🎟️ Tickets to Philly Sketchfest
Are there any comedy enthusiasts among your mother figures? If so, treat them to a night out during Philly Sketchfest (May 31–June 8).
$15
♻️ Paperless Towels from Ray’s Reusables
Head to Northern Liberties to get some of these eco-friendly reusable towels, which come in several cute patterns, from “Enchanted Forest” to “Botanical Bloom.”
$18+
🥯 Brunch Board from Biederman’s Specialty Foods
You can celebrate mom and feed the whole family this Mother’s Day by preordering a brunch board from this Bella Vista shop. Each board includes assorted smoked salmon, bagels, cream cheese, and other necessary supplies for the perfect bagel brunch, including dessert.
$150–200
Mom’s morning coffee tumbler can also help her keep track of train stops during her commute. (Asha Prihar/City Cast Philly)
🗺️ Transit Map Tumbler from SEPTA Gift Shop
Is one of the important women in your life a commuter queen who can’t leave the house without her coffee? Do I have the recommendation for you. (Pro-tip: Flash your SEPTA Key at their Center City gift shop for a discount.)
$23
📚 A Book from Harriett’s Bookshop’s Curated Lists
Browse recommendations from local artist Andrea Walls, Colored Girls Museum founder Vashti DuBois, and more notable Philly figures to find the perfect read for your mom.
Prices Vary
