Mother’s Day in Melbourne’s West 2026 💐

Looking for ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Melbourne’s West? From indulgent high teas and relaxed winery lunches to community events and creative workshops, there are plenty of ways to make Mum feel special this year.

Whether you’re planning a long lunch, a family outing or something a little different, here’s your guide to what’s on across the west.

🌸 Start the Day with Purpose

Mother’s Day Classic – Maribyrnong

Join thousands of Australians coming together for a meaningful start to Mother’s Day.

Held at Coulson Gardens, this much-loved community event raises funds for breast and ovarian cancer research while bringing people together to walk or run in support.

📍 Location: Coulson Gardens, Maribyrnong
🕗 Times:

  • 7:30am – Event Village/Registration
  • 8:00am – Run 10km
  • 9:30am – Walk 4km

Expect food trucks, coffee vans, entertainment, cheerleaders, dragon boating and a scenic course along the Maribyrnong River. The event is pram and wheelchair friendly, with water stations available and dogs welcome on leash.

👉 Register or find out more

🫖 High Tea & Elegant Experiences

MOTHER'S DAY HIGH TEA BRUNCH AT THE PARLOUR WERRIBEE MANSION

Set within the west wing of the historic Werribee Park Mansion, The Parlour Werribee Mansion is hosting a Mother's Day High Tea Brunch featuring freshly baked scones, savoury favourites and exquisite sweet treats. Enjoy a relaxed morning surrounded by the Mansion's stunning gardens.

Sunday 10 May
10am – 12pm
$65 per person, free for children under 3
👉Bookings essential

MOTHER’S DAY HIGH TEA AT JOSEPH’S DINING, LANCEMORE MANSION HOTEL WERRIBEE PARK

A thoughtfully crafted menu of seasonal delights, paired with free-flowing champagne, a gift for every mum, and views across the formal gardens of Werribee Park. Savoury highlights include house-made crumpets with smoked eel and apple, English muffins topped with spanner crab salad and zucchini slices finished with crème fraiche and Yarra Valley salmon roe. An equally impressive array of desserts will be served including orchard plum cheesecake, Victoria sponge cake with orchard peach, and freshly baked buttermilk scones with quince jam and whipped vanilla cream.

Saturday 9 May & Sunday 10 May
$169 for adults, $99 for teens, $59 for children under 12
👉Bookings essential

MOTHER’S DAY HIGH TEA AT THE LANDING PLACE

This Mother’s Day, elevate your celebration with an unforgettable Mother’s Day High Tea experience at The Landing Place, Essendon Fields.

Savour exquisite sweets and savouries, enjoy a grazing station, and relax with bottomless teas, coffee, juice and soft drinks, all in elegant surroundings.

📍 The Landing Place @ Hyatt Place Melbourne Essendon Fields
$108 pp Adult | $75 pp Kids

👉 Find out more or book your table

🍽️ Long Lunches, Dining & Local Favourites

Mother’s Day at Moon Dog Wild West

This Mother’s Day at Moon Dog Wild West, the venue is shoutin’ Mum free drinks all day long.

Espresso martinis, Aperol spritz, whatever she’s feelin’ - if Mum wants it, Mum gets it.

Round up the family, saddle up, and make a day of it - plus snap some memories at their free photobooths (12.30–5.30pm)!

👉 Book a table or plan your visit

Mother’s Day at Sunshine Social

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Sunshine Social. Their full menu will be on offer, plus their much-loved Sunday Roast.

To make the day extra special, every mum will receive a glass of bubbles on arrival.

📍 64 Glengala Road, Sunshine West

👉 Book your table

Sebastian

Te amo Mama! 💙 Gather your family and treat your Mama to a day out at Sebastian, Williamstown.

Compliementary glass of bubbles on arrival for all the mamas!

Delicious food and drink specials for everyone to enjoy.
A la Carte and Set Menu options are available on the day.

👉 Book now – tables book out fast

Russo Estate Winery

Honour the special women in your life with an escape to Russo Estate. Enjoy the picturesque vineyard as the wonderful team host a day dedicated to love, family and relaxed style dining.

Enjoy a relaxed 3-course meal. Start by sharing a tasty entrée platter for the table. Then, pick your own main dish, and finish strong with your choice of dessert.

👉 Book at Russo Estate Winery

WestWaters Hotel & Entertainment Complex

Give Mum the thank you she truly deserves, surrounded by great company and bistro classics she’s sure to love.

Choose to dine lakeside from the signature menu or elevate your experience with a chef-curated three-course set menu, featuring the very best of our dishes and including a beer, wine or soft drink for $70 per person.

Make it a moment Mum will remember long after the last bite.
Bookings Essential.

👉 Explore dining options or book now

Ms Peacock – Eynesbury

Give Mum the day off this Mother’s Day and celebrate with at at Ms Peacock Kitchen & Bar at the gorgeous Eynesbury Homestead.

Enjoy a decadent, chef-curated sharing feast designed for connection, celebration, and most importantly… amazing food.

Bookings available across two lunch seatings and a kids menu available upon request. Also open for dinner serving a full a la carte menu.

Bookings essential.

👉 Book your Mother’s Day sitting

Golf Square – Sunshine North

Kids eat free at Golf Square this Mother’s Day! Plus a free drink of choice for mum.

Golf Square is the largest events & golf simulator venue in Victoria with over 1000sqm, combining cutting-edge golf simulators and a full-service events bar and restaurant.

👉 Make a booking

Also worth checking out

🎭 Something Different

The Dress – Werribee Park Mansion

9 – 10 May
📍 Werribee Park Mansion

The Dress returns to the historic Werribee Park Mansion this Mother’s Day weekend.

Mrs Hannah Bryden, a widow, enjoys nothing save for the occasional company of her dressmaker, the flamboyant Mr. Bertin. But when massive advances in the fashion industry jeopardize Bertin’s livelihood, he hatches a plan to save both of them from obscurity.

👉 Find out more or book tickets

Mum's Mini Golf at Wyndham Harbour

Treat Mum to a beautiful day by the water. Enjoy relaxed waterfront dining, stunning views, and a little extra something special - free mini golf at Wyndham Harbour for mums on Sunday! ⛳

Bookings for Mother’s Day Sunday lunch and dinner at 3030 Waterfront are also filling fast, so don’t miss out. Why not start the celebration early? Book a Saturday lunch or dinner and turn it into a full weekend experience by the harbour.

👉 Book now

🌼 Get Creative

Mother’s Day Floral Workshop

Treat yourself or a loved one this Mother’s Day with a floral arrangement workshop.

Guided by an experienced instructor, you will learn design techniques and create a gorgeous floral piece to take home.

A perfect blend of creativity, relaxation and celebration. Limited spots available.

📅 Thursday, 14 May 2026 | 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM
📍 Braybrook Community Hub
💲 $60

👉 Book your spot

💛 Celebrate Westside this Mother’s Day

Whether it’s a relaxed brunch, a meaningful community event or something a little different, Melbourne’s west is full of ways to celebrate Mum.

Explore more experiences across the west
https://www.lovewestside.com.au/

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