Skip to main content
Check Availability
Long Live the Queen! Mother's Day Weekend Long Live the Queen! Mother's Day Weekend

    About this event

    Celebrate the queens of your campsite this Mother's Day with a weekend full of pampering, play, and royal fun for every mom, grandma, and queen‑bee in the family. In fact, the whole royal family will find something enjoyable during this gem of a weekend.

    Friday Night
    ✨ Glow Hey‑Hey‑Heyride
    Begin Mother's Day Weekend with a glowing, music‑filled hayride through Jellystone Park™. Wear your best glow gear and UV‑sensitive clothing to shine bright on this royal kickoff ride.

    Saturday Morning
    🎨 Mother's Day Flower & Card Crafts
    Create handmade flowers and heartfelt cards fit for a queen! A perfect creative moment for kids (and grown‑ups) to make something special for Mom.

    Saturday Afternoon
    💐 Queen & Royal‑Tea Party
    Sip, smile, and celebrate! Enjoy a charming Royal‑Tea Party where moms and kids can savor sweet moments together, complete with light refreshments and royal flair. Dress in your best princess outfit and take an etiquette class, decorate your crown, and enjoy a High Tea experience. All are welcome- princes and princess.

    Saturday Night
    💃 The Queen's Ball
    Dance the night away at our royal Mother's Day celebration! Moms take center stage as we spin their favorite songs and celebrate the queens of the weekend.
    👑 *Group Costume Contest: Bring any collaborative costume idea — families, friends, or whole "royal courts" can dress together and compete for the crown!

    All Weekend
    🍼 Diaper Drive for New Moms
    We love to help out our local women's clinic with diapers. Please bring diapers for Your Choices Randolph and help us provide assistance to new mothers. We will be collecting the diapers at the Ranger Station throughout the weekend!

    Event Schedule

    May 08, 2026

    10:00 AM - 08:00 PM | FREE
    Pool Open

    Pool is open daily- weekdays, upon request. PARK BANDS must be worn to enter. No life guard on duty. Read all rules before entering. No Glass, No Pets, No Alcohol, Thank you!

    Location: Pool Gate

    Add to my calendar

    02:00 PM - 03:00 PM | FREE
    Augmented Reality Scavenger Hunt (in-APP)

    Meet at Fun Central Station to check-in with staff before you start and find out the rules! You must have the Jellystone Park™ app to participate. Bring your phone back to the station once completed to win a prize.

    Location: Fun Central Station

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM - 05:00 PM | FREE
    Activity Sign Ups

    Make sure you get registered for all the fun we have planned! All-inclusive activities still may need additional registration. We also have great memory-making additions!

    Location: Fun Central Station

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM - 03:15 PM | FREE
    🐻 Color with a Bear!

    Come color with one of our lovable bears! A fun chance to make art and memories together with our themed coloring sheets. Display your art at the Fun Guide Hut.

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM - 05:00 PM | ($)
    💲🎨Colortime at the Pavilion

    Join us at the Cindy Bear™ Pavilion and choose from a variety of fabric items to decorate with special fabric markers.

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    04:00 PM - 05:00 PM | FREE
    💥Laser Tag

    Sign up in advance at Fun Central Station. Ages 6+ (or 45" tall if younger). Blasters are available for under 6. Please wear a hat or bandana (bandanas available if needed).

    Location: Laser Tag

    Add to my calendar

    05:15 PM - 05:30 PM | FREE
    🐻 Hints for the Golden Gnome

    Do you speak BEAR? Come decipher the hints. The mayor of Gnormandy Village, Golden Gnorman the Gnome, has left his Gneighborhood. All the other gnomes would like you to help him find his way back! Come to the Loco-motive (near the pool) for clue regarding his whereabouts. He's tricky, but if you find him you can win a $10 store gift certificate and BRAGGING RIGHTS!

    Location: LOCO-Motive

    Add to my calendar

    05:45 PM - 11:00 PM | FREE
    Find Mayor Gnorman!

    Gnorman is the Mayor of Gnormandy Village (located off creek run trail). He's hiding somewhere in the park- that's 130 acres! If you find him you'll win $10 and bragging rights. Hints are given at all the bear visits until someone finds him. If you find him call 336-964-5923 to bring him home. Hunt continues until he is found.

    Location: All-Park

    Add to my calendar

    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM | $
    Glow Sales/Sign ups

    Come see all the fun glow trinkets we have available to light up your night!

    Location: Pool Gate

    Add to my calendar

    07:00 PM - 07:30 PM | FREE
    🐻 S'mores with the Bears

    MUST HAVE PARK BAND: One FREE s'more (while supplies last) at the LOCO-Motive next to Cindy Bear™ Pavilion !

    Location: LOCO-Motive

    Add to my calendar

    07:00 PM - 08:30 PM | FREE
    Classic Cartoon Corner

    We will show the Yogi Bear™ cartoons while you wait for for your hayride spot! Bench seating provided

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    07:45 PM - 08:00 PM | FREE
    🐻Goodnight! Sleeptight! Hayride

    Wear your pajamas and sing "goodnight, sleeptight" with us with one of the bears as we go around the pond on our haywagon. Recommended for littles and those with early bedtimes.

    Location: Loading Station (next to pavilion)

    Add to my calendar

    07:45 PM - 08:15 PM | FREE
    Glow Face Paint

    There will be stations setup in Cindy Bear™ Pavilion to get your face painted with UV reactive paint. Choose your colors and "Dots or Stripes!"

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    08:15 PM - 08:45 PM | FREE
    Glow Hey Hey Heyride

    Loading Station is next to Cindy Bear Pavilion. This is a mobile dance party you don't wanna miss! Put on your glow items and black light sensitive clothing for this fun parade around the park. We will have a blast with sing-a-longs on our hay wagon. Glow items can be purchased at the Ranger Station or at the event! NOTES: Due to variation in sunset times, the ride leaves when it's dim enough for glow to be enjoyed fully. Games will be played with staff between rides at the pavilion.

    Location: Loading Station

    Add to my calendar

    10:00 PM - 11:55 PM | PRICELESS
    Quiet Time 💤

    To help everyone stay well-rested and ready to keep up with Yogi Bear™, please dim bright lights and keep voices and music at a low level during quiet hours. When using the trails, be mindful of headlights and music near campsites. Jumping Pillow opens at 9am. Thank you for helping keep Jellystone Park™ peaceful for all our campers!

    Location: Everywhere

    Add to my calendar

    May 09, 2026

    09:30 AM - 12:00 PM | FREE
    Activity Sign Ups

    Make sure you get registered for all the fun we have planned! All-inclusive activities still may need additional registration. We also have great memory-making additions!

    Location: Fun Central Station

    Add to my calendar

    10:00 AM - 08:00 PM | FREE
    Pool Open

    Pool is open daily- weekdays, upon request. PARK BANDS must be worn to enter. No life guard on duty. Read all rules before entering. No Glass, No Pets, No Alcohol, Thank you!

    Location: Pool Gate

    Add to my calendar

    10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | FREE
    🐻 Wake Up the Bears

    Bring your pots and pans, bring your cowbells, or just your ear-piercing-heart-attack-inducing screams. We're gonna make some noise! Those bears have slept long enough. Free photo opportunity after event!

    Location: Bear Den

    Add to my calendar

    10:30 AM - 11:00 AM | $
    💲 Glitter Tattoos

    $5/ tattoo. Choose a sparkling design and let our staff create a fun, glittery tattoo. OVER 80 designs for all styles and ages

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    11:30 AM - 12:00 PM | FREE
    🎨 Mother’s Day Flower & Card Crafts

    Create handmade flowers and heartfelt cards fit for a queen! A perfect creative moment for kids (and grown‑ups) to make something special for Mom.

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    01:30 PM - 02:30 PM | FREE
    🐻 Queen & Royal‑Tea Party

    Sip, smile, and celebrate! Enjoy a charming Royal‑Tea Party where moms and kids can savor sweet moments together, complete with light refreshments and royal flair. Dress in your best princess outfit and take an etiquette class, decorate your crown, and enjoy a High Tea experience. All are welcome- princes and princess.

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM - 04:30 PM | FREE
    💥Laser Tag

    Sign up in advance at Fun Central Station. Ages 6+ (or 45" tall if younger). Blasters are available for under 6. Please wear a hat or bandana (bandanas available if needed).

    Location: Laser Tag

    Add to my calendar

    03:30 PM - 04:30 PM | $
    🎨 💲Tie-Dye Workshop

    Tie-Dye opportunity at the Cindy Bear Pavilion. T-shirts, Bandanas, and Hats available. Items range from $6-$20. Bring your own item $5. Purchases can be made at event. Cash or Card.

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    06:15 PM - 06:30 PM | FREE
    🐻 Long Live the Queen Parade

    CALLING ALL GOLF CARTS, BIKES and foot-powered vehicles: Decorate your vehicles! Winners will receive a coveted Yogi Bear™ Medal-- FIRST, SECOND and THIRD place. (E-Bikes and E-scooters for 16+ only). Line up at the Ranger Station and we will end at the Main Park Circle for pictures at the end.

    Location: Ranger Station

    Add to my calendar

    07:00 PM - 08:30 PM | FREE
    🐻 The Queen's Ball

    Dance the night away at our royal Mother's Day celebration! Moms take center stage as we spin their favorite songs and celebrate the queens of the weekend. 
    *Group Costume Contest: Bring any collaborative costume idea — families, friends, or whole "royal courts" can dress together and compete for the crown!

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    10:00 PM - 12:00 AM | FREE
    Quiet Time 💤

    To help everyone stay well-rested and ready to keep up with Yogi Bear™, please dim bright lights and keep voices and music at a low level during quiet hours. When using the trails, be mindful of headlights and music near campsites. Jumping Pillow opens at 9am. Thank you for helping keep Jellystone Park™ peaceful for all our campers!

    Location: Everywhere

    Add to my calendar

    May 10, 2026

    09:00 AM - 09:30 AM | $
    💲🐻Breakfast Delivery

    Sign up in Advance at Ranger Station or Fun Central Station to have breakfast delivered to your campsite- Cereal, Milk and disposable items will be given to you by one of our Jellystone Park™Pals.

    Location: Site Specific

    Add to my calendar

    10:15 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE
    🐻 Ranger Smith™ at Bruin Grounds

    Ranger Smith™ has to make his rounds this morning, but he will stop by Bruin Grounds to say hello! Every ranger needs some coffee. FREE Photo Opportunity

    Location: Bruin Grounds

    Add to my calendar

    11:00 AM - 11:15 AM | FREE
    🐻 Jumping Pillow games

    Various games for all ages played at the jumping pillow for all ages. Bear will stop by for a free photo opportunity

    Location: Playfield

    Add to my calendar

    11:30 AM - 12:00 PM | FREE
    🐻 Game at the Pavilion

    Come play a game with a bear before you leave the park! Free Photo Opportunity!

    Location: Cindy Bear™ Pavilion

    Add to my calendar

    02:00 PM - 04:00 PM | FREE
    Character Coloring Sheets

    Checking In? Don't forget to grab a Yogi Bear™ Coloring sheet!

    Location: Ranger Station

    Add to my calendar

    We apologize for the bump in your journey

    Something went wrong.

    Error Title

    Address: click on address