Spoil mum and grandma this Mother’s Day. There are a variety of Mother’s Day events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & The Hunter to enjoy.
Mother’s Day Photo Station at Jesmond Central
Friday 7 & Saturday 8 May, 2021 | Centre Court, Jesmond Central | 10am – 2.00pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Visit the beautiful Mother’s Day photo set and have your photo taken with Mum! You’ll receive an instant printout to take home and cherish forever.
MAC Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
Saturday 8 May 2021 | Museum of Art and Culture, Booragul | 3pm – 4:30pm | $50 each or $45 for 2 or more. Discover NSW vouchers accepted | Details
Why you should go: Contribute to a fundraising event for the Museum of Art and Culture Society and treat mum and yourself to an afternoon of delicious goodies.
Mother’s Day Live Portrait Illustrations – Wallsend Village
Saturday 8 May, 2021 | Centre Court, Wallsend Village | 10-2pm | Free | Details
Why you should go: Mum, in celebration of Mother’s Day have your portrait drawn live! Illustrations can only include Mum, bookings essential.
Mercure Charlestown – Mother’s Day High Tea at home
Sunday 9 May, 2021 | Location of your choice | Order prior to 5th May | $79 ($84 for gluten free options) | Details
Why you should go: Imagine High Tea in the comfort of your own home or on a picnic blanket in your favourite spot in Newcastle. If you can’t be with your mum on Mother’s Day, why not organise High Tea at home for your mum or drive by and pick up. Includes: A delicious range of sweet and savoury treats for 2 people (see special offers on website for menu), a bottle of De Bortoli sparkling wine, a selection of Pukka organic teas. All this for $79 ($84 for Gluten free options).
Mother’s Day at Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
Sunday, 9 May 2021 | 2100 Pacific Hwy, Heatherbrae | 9.00-4.00pm | $10 adults, $5 children | Details
Why you should go: Bring Mum for a family day amidst the beautiful botanic gardens. Live music from Jumpin’ Jukebox. All mums receive a garden grown gift. The Kookaburra Cafe and Giftshop will be open all day and there will be devonshire teas, a plant stall, tours of the garden and more.
Mother’s Day High Tea at City Hall
Sunday, 9 May 2021 | Newcastle City Hall | 11.30 – 2.30pm | $75, Under 12 $35 | Details
Why you should go: Celebrate Mother’s Day with a delicious High Tea event hosted at the historic Newcastle City Hall. Make Mum, Mum-to-be, or the motherly-figure in your life feel special with a Mimosa on arrival, tasty treats to choose from, bookable psychic readings and activities to keep the little ones entertained at the ‘Tweedledee and Tweedlemum’ kids’ corner. Mother’s Day High Tea is a special, one-off event, where you can enjoy the day in an opulent setting, complete with whimsical ‘Alice in Wonderland’ styling.
Newcastle Food & Flower Market Mother’s Day High Tea
Sunday, 9 May 2021 | 1 Rural Drive, Sandgate | 12.00 – 3.00pm | $89pp | Details
Why you should go: Spoil yourself or your mum at a Mother’s Day High Tea at the beautiful Newcastle Food and Flower Market.
Mother’s Day at Hunter Valley Gardens
Sunday, 9 May 2021 | Hunter Valley Gardens 10am – 2pm | $149 for picnic hamper and 2A +2C entry | Details
Why you should go: Spoil Mum with lunch or a picnic options at Hunter Valley Gardens! With two delicious lunch options available and 10 stunning display gardens to experience, the whole family will enjoy a memorable day out at Hunter Valley Gardens. Entertainment provided by The Pretty Amazing Jono.
Mother’s Day at Stanley Park
Sunday, 9 May 2021 | 77 Fullerton Cove Rd, Fullerton Cove | $5 per car | Details
Why you should go: Every Mother’s Day Stanley Park open their property and welcome people to bring a picnic or buy hamburgers/scones/seafood/wine/icecream from thier vendors. The Homestead is open for those interested in stepping back in time and the Barn is open for those wishing to sit under cover for lunch. There is a $5 per vehicle charge which goes towards paying their wonderful helpers and talented musicians (The Pat Eyre Band).
The Art Social X Earp Distilling Co. Collaboration
Sunday, 9 May 2021 | Earp Distilling Co, Carrington | 3pm – 6pm | $95 | Details
Why you should go: For Mother’s Day, prepare to create a piece of ‘fun art’ not fine art with an exclusive painting workshop with Lucy from the Art Social whilst you sip and swirl Earp Distilling Co Gin, learning the tips and techniques of acrylic painting on canvas. Creating a masterpiece is thirsty work, so we’ve created a deliciously tailored package including a delicious platter, and two G&T’s of your choice
Mother’s Day Paint and Sip Studios
Sunday, 9 May 2021 | Paint & Sip Studios Cooks Hill | 2pm – 4:30pm | $50 | Details
Why you should go: Try something new in 2021 and book a place at Paint and Sip Studios’ Mother’s Day classes. The teacher will guide you through the entire process as you and your Mum spend some quality time together, with everything you’ll need provided in the studio.
Mother’s Day High Tea at Tocal Homestead
Sunday, 9 May 2021 | 957 Tocal Road, Paterson | Time – Available on request | Cost – Available on request | Details
Why you should go: Spoil Mum on Mother’s Day with a high tea in the beautiful surrounds of Tocal Homestead. A decadent and substantial offering designed to be a memorable occassion. This special high tea service includes: An assortment of savoury morsels, sweet treats and fresh scones, your choice of “The Tea Collective Newcastle” pot of tea, bar service available on request. Tickets and further information available from Sprout Catering – 0410 409 746.
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