Looking for something a bit different to do this Mother’s Day? We’ve found some of Adelaide’s coolest events that we’re sure Mum will love! From markets and high teas to fairs and cake decorating, there is heaps here that will impress.
What’s On
Mother’s Day Gift Market at Plant 4 Bowden
If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect gift for mum, Plant 4 Bowden has you covered! One week before Mother’s Day, they’ll be hosting a gift market selling everything mum could ever want. From handmade gifts to delicious food, this market has something for everyone.
Where: 5 Third Street, Bowden, Adelaide 5007
When: Sunday May 4th, from 9am
For more information, click here.
Buttercream & Bubbles Mother’s Day Cupcake Decorating Workshop
Treat Mum to a special evening of cupcake decorating! In this class, you’ll learn the basics about buttercream, how to colour buttercream, how to fill a piping bag, different piping techniques, and get to decorate 6 delicious cupcakes in your own style.
Image: Belle Torte
Where: 100 Gilbert Street Adelaide, SA 5000
When: Friday May 9th
For more information, click here.
Mothers Day with Lily West
Metro Fresh Findon is teaming up with Lily West to bring you an unbelievable Mother’s Day marquee filled with amazing fresh blooms, arrangements, plants and gifts to spoil mum. They’re taking over the Findon shopping centre car park to bring you the biggest display yet. Head down Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th May to grab someone special something they’ll love.
Where: Saturday May 10th and Sunday May 11th
When: 303 Grange Rd, Findon SA 5023
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day Classic
The Mother’s Day Classic is an annual 4km or 7km run or walk that raises money for cancer research.
The classic begins and ends at Pinky Flat, where there will be an event village, entertainment, and food stalls.
Image: Mother’s Day Classic
Where: Pinky Flat
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Queen of Wands Psychic Fair
Enjoy a day of magic, mystery and enlightenment at the Queen of Wands Psychic Fair.
Over 60 spiritual and psychic experts will take up residence at the McLaren Vale Institute Hall, making a Mother’s Day Psychic fair that’s sure to entertain.
Image: Queen of Wands
Where: 155 Main Street, McLaren Vale, SA 5171
When: Sunday, May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day Galloway Hoard Tour
This Mother’s Day, learn the history of Viking Age Women with an exclusive before-hours guided tour of the Galloway Hoard.
Learn about what the hoard tells us about mothers, community and family connections over 1,000 years ago!
Image: South Australian Museum
Where: North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, Australia, South Australia 5000
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Paint Your Mum The Picasso Way
Let a local artist guide you through the painting process step-by-step and help you create an abstract, colourful portrait, Picasso Style. This is a paint and sip unlike what you’d expect!
Image: Paintelaide
Where: Sunday May 11th
When: 120 Prospect Rd, Prospect SA 5082
For more information, click here.
Dining Galleries presented by Mitolo Family Farms
(Town Square)
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a luxurious degustation experience featuring chefs Chiara Pavan, Baine Stubbs, and Lilly Trewartha, each bringing their unique culinary expertise to the table. This exclusive event offers a multi-course meal with paired beverages, showcasing fine dining techniques and the freshest seasonal ingredients.
Where: Sunday May 11th
When: Victoria Square / Tarntanyangga, Adelaide
For more information, click here.
Brunch and High Tea
Mother’s Day Bottomless Brunch at The Taphouse
The Malt Shovel Taphouse is hosting a bottomless brunch this Mother’s Day with 1.5 hours of unlimited drinks and breakfast share platters.
Enjoy all your breakfast favourites and jugs of Aperol spritz, Mimosa cocktails, Turkey Flat rose, Grant Burge prosecco, Pimm’s Jugs, and Mocktails, plus all draft beer and cider, tea and coffee.
Adult tickets are $60 and kids aged under 14 years are $25.
Where: Festival Centre, Festival Dr, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Sunday May 11th, from 11am
For more information, click here.
High Tea at Crowne Plaza Adelaide
Celebrate Mum with an indulgent High Tea experience at Crowne Plaza Adelaide. Enjoy a variety of savoury platters and a decadent dessert buffet, all paired with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Plus, each mum will receive a box of chocolate truffles to take home as a delightful keepsake.
Image: Crowne Plaza Adelaide
Where: 27 Frome St, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Saturday May 10th and Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day Brunch at the Arkaba Hotel
Spoil Mum this Mother’s Day with a delicious 3-course shared brunch and a keepsake family photo.
Start with a Blueberry Spritz on arrival, then kick back with your family and enjoy!
Image: Arkaba Hotel
Where: 150 Glen Osmond Road, Fullarton, Adelaide, SA, Australia, South Australia 5063
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Brunch at Crowne Plaza Adelaide Mawson Lakes
Indulge in a sumptuous selection of gourmet dishes from the Ember & Vine Mawson Lakes kitchen that caters to all tastes. From savoury breakfast classics to decadent desserts, this is one menu Mum won’t want to miss.
Where: 1-3 Metro Parade, Mawson Lakes SA 5095
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day High Tea at Ayers House
Treat your mum to an unforgettable experience this Mother’s Day at Ayers House. Indulge in a luxurious high tea in one of Adelaide’s most iconic venues, surrounded by elegance and charm. Their Mother’s Day High Tea includes continuous sparkling wine and refreshing orange juice, served alongside a decadent three-tiered high tea tower. Each guest can also enjoy endless brewed coffee and a selection of premium T Bar teas.
Where: 288 North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day with Prohibition Liquor Co
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Prohibition Liquor Co on Sunday, 11 May, at their Gilbert Street Distillery and Seppeltsfield location. The day kicks off with a Bootleg Brunch, followed by a Gin High Tea featuring the limited-edition ‘Mum’s Gin’. Afternoon cocktail classes and a Gin Masterclass at Seppeltsfield offer hands-on experiences with gin, plus exclusive discounts on bottles. Treat mum to a memorable day of food, gin, and fun.
When: Mother’s Day – Sunday, 11 May 2025
Where: Prohibition Liquor Co, 22 Gilbert St, Adelaide & Prohibition at Seppeltsfield, Barossa, 730 Seppeltsfield Road
For more information, click here.
High Tea at Adelaide Town Hall
Celebrate the special women in your life with High Tea at Adelaide Town Hall this Mother’s Day. Kick off the day with a glass of bubbly, then enjoy a delicious spread of sweet and savoury bites, all served in the iconic setting of Adelaide Town Hall. Tickets are $89 per adult and $50 per child aged between 3 and 17 years.
Where: 128 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Lunch and Dinner
Mother’s Day at Lenzerheide Restaurant
Lenzerheide Restaurant is helping you spoil mum and the important women in your life this Mother’s Day at their historic and award-winning venue. For $140 per person, enjoy 4 courses, including a glass of Madame Coco Blanc de Blanc or a Beer. Bookings are essential!
Where: 146 Belair Rd, Hawthorn SA 5062
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day at ODE Bistro
ODÉ Bistro is open all day, so Mum can take her time, get glam, and enjoy a 2-hour dining journey crafted with love by our team.
They’ve got sittings at 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, and 7pm serving up new season dishes.
Where: 151 O’Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Bottomless Brunch at Ela
Enjoy Mediterranean signature share dishes and endless bubbles with Hotel Alba Ela’s special Bottomless Lunch experience.
There will be a special Mother’s Day cocktail on arrival and 3-course menu, paired perfectly with a 2-hour drinks package including gin spritz, mimosas, prosecco and tap beer.
Where: 226 South Tce, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day at the Rose Garden Pavilion
Treat Mum to a luxurious lunch this Mother’s Day at the elegant Rose Garden Pavilion in the Adelaide Botanic Garden.
Acclaimed chef Tom Tilbury will present a three-course shared luncheon, highlighting the finest South Australian produce. This is to be enjoyed with a premium beverage package, live music by Jacqui Lim, and a beautiful bouquet for every mother.
Image: Blanco Horner
Where: Plane Tree Dr, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day at Molly’s
Molly’s is throwing the ultimate Italian feast this Mother’s Day with free Colley Spritz for all mums. Tickets include a two-hour drinks package and a feed me menu lunch.
Image: Molly’s
Where: Plane Tree Dr, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day Labour at Coal Cellar + Grill and Hilton Adelaide
Coal Cellar + Grill on Sunday will be hosting an unforgettable Mother’s Day lunch that kicks off with an amuse-bouche starter, feed-me style mains, and a decadent dessert buffet with a selection of Dilmah teas.
Plus, there will be live entertainment and a special gift for Mum.
Where: 233 Victoria Square, Adelaide, SA, Australia, South Australia 5000
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day Roast Lunch at The Cellar Kitchen
The Cellar Kitchen is hosting a Mother’s Day Roast Lunch event overlooking the panoramic views of the Barossa Valley. Enjoy a traditional Sunday Roast Lunch featuring local produce and served family style. Mum will receive a glass of sparkling wine on arrival and a special gift to take home.
Where: Via The, Pioneer Avenue, Barossa Valley Way, Rowland Flat SA 5352
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
Mother’s Day at The Mosaic
This Mother’s Day, treat Mum to a special lunch or dinner at The Mosaic Hotel, where you can indulge in a carefully curated menu designed to share with the ones you love.
There will be gifts for all Mums and a FREE raffle with wine, vouchers, food hampers and more.
Sunday Lunch booked out last year so don’t leave your booking to chance!
Where: 37 Turner Dr, West Lakes SA 5021
When: Sunday May 11th
For more information, click here.
There is plenty to do in and around Adelaide this Mother’s Day, from brunching with Mum to indulging in a decedent high tea session with her and her friends or even jamming out to live music. Give Mum the special day she deserves this Mother’s Day.
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