If the impending birth of your little one is looming closer, and you find yourself searching for the perfect venue to host your baby shower, then you have come to the right spot – and you live in the right spot too!
Whether you are after a tranquil parkland backdrop or a classy indoor venue, Brisbane is bursting at the seams with gorgeous spaces to host your baby shower.
Baby Shower Venues – Parks and Gardens
Its not hard to see why the many parks and gardens sprinkled around Brisbane are also some of the most popular places to host baby showers.
Overflowing with natural beauty, holding a baby shower in a park or garden provides manicured lawns, playgrounds to keep little ones entertained, and shady trees to provide a canopy from the sun. You can also have a little fun with some outdoor games and create a beautiful picnic-themed party too.
With over 200 green spaces found in and around our city you are spoilt for choice, but here are some of our favourites.
Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
Home to countless picnic areas, stunning gardens, tree-lined walking paths and even ornamental ponds, this picturesque riverside park is also found right in the heart of Brisbane City. The biggest issue you will have hosting your shower at the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens is deciding which gorgeous spot to set up on!
Roma Street Parklands
Another incredible park with too many delightful features to list, Roma Street Parklands will gift you rolling green hills, stunning flower gardens, playgrounds, waterfalls, a lagoon and so much more. Host your shower on one of the many stunning picnic spots or set up in the delightful onsite cafรฉ.
New Farm Park
Usually one of the first parks which spring to mind, New Farm Park not only has beautiful lawns, gardens and riverside views, but is also home to an incredible children’s playground. It is surrounded by cafes, has a coffee van on site and offers plenty of facilities to keep the guests happy.
Read more about the Best Brisbane Parks for Baby Showers in Brisbane here.
Baby Shower Venues – Riverside
Being the ‘river city’ also means there are an abundance of venues you can choose which come with river views. Better yet, you can even entertain the idea of having your baby shower on the Brisbane River itself.
Here are some of our top picks for baby shower venues with river views.
Howard Smith Wharves
Brisbane’s premier new hot spot for the young and old, Howard Smiths Wharves has continued its steady rise in popularity ever since its conception less than 10 years ago. Regardless of which stunning event space you choose, they all come with a fun vibe, river views and a stunning backdrop of the Story Bridge.
South Bank Parklands
We can’t talk about riverside venues without mentioning South Bank. If you are planning a large family affair, this one might be perfect. With numerous cafes, restaurants and eating spots nearby, the parklands also feature a lagoon, man-made beach, playground and long lawns – all right on the river.
Kangaroo Point Cliffs
Spread out the picnic blankets, share some light refreshments and celebrate alongside one of the most spectacular landmarks that line the Brisbane River. For something a little more fancy, there are some simply stunning event spaces, rooms and decks you can hire at Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Again, all with river and city views.
Brisbane River Cruises
For the ultimate baby shower near the river, why not host your party on it. There are numerous companies which run river cruises on the Brisbane River, with some staying within the city area and others going further afield. Let them do the hard work for you and your guests and enjoy a catered brunch, lunch, or dinner as you float along the river.
Find out more about celebrating your baby shower on the river with our list of 10 Brisbane River Cruises for Families.
Baby Shower Venues – Beach Vibes
If its beachy baby shower vibes you are chasing, you don’t need to head too far from home to achieve it. With numerous small and large beaches near Brisbane, you can get that sun, sand and surf backdrop you are chasing with ease.
Northshore Riverside Beach
If you want to stay close to Brisbane but still want that beachside feel, you might want to check out the quaint little man-made beach at Northshore. The small beach feels almost private in its seclusion, and you can choose to host the party in the nearby Playscape parkland or at pretty little Riva waterfront cafรฉ.
Redcliffe Peninsula
The Redcliffe Peninsula should not be discounted a place to host your baby shower, just because it is a short drive north of the centre. The truth is, some of the best beaches near Brisbane reside here and the long stretch of coastal land means there are plenty of parks, green spaces, cafes and restaurants that would make the perfect baby shower location.
Discover some of the best beaches in Brisbane here.
Baby Shower Venues – High Tea
For a truly decadent baby shower experience, why not treat yourself and your guests to a high tea spread in Brisbane? With very little planning needed, you can enjoy the luxurious surrounds that often accompany a high tea venue, a sparkling glass of non-alcoholic champagne and an array of delightfully tiny and exquisite bites.
Here are some high tea venues we absolutely adore!
Reidโs Place
Top of our list and very popular for baby showers, Reid’s Place at Redcliffe is perfect if you are looking for a vintage-themed high tea party. Set in award-winning gardens, the venue has several locations to choose from for your party. This is a booking-only high tea venue for small and large groups.
Bacchus Restaurant
Spoil your guests with a beautifully presented high tea at Bacchus Restaurant at South Bank, using fine bone chinaware and serving up all the traditional items we love so dearly.
Mandyโs Lakeview Lounge and Dining
The Hinterland High Tea at Mandy’s Lakeview Lounge and Dining is served up with stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere. Located at Clear Mountain Lodge, Spa and Vineyard, it is the perfect way to relax and indulge on your special day.
For even more beautiful high tea venues in Brisbane, you can check out our article on the 24 best high tea place in Brisbane.
Cafes and Restaurant Ideas
Brisbane and its surrounding areas plays host to an abundance of incredible baby shower restaurant venue spaces. Depending on the type and style of food you like, you can choose between rooftop lounges, cocktail bars, outdoor decks, casual cafes and more.
Here are a couple we think would be perfect.
Sandstone Point Hotel
A little more relaxed than some up-market spaces, Sandstone Point Hotel near Bribie Island still manages to exude an atmosphere of sophistication and class. With numerous indoor and outdoor baby shower area options, our personal favourite is the space outside underneath the fairy-lit trees with sweeping views over the water.
Pawpaw Cafรฉ
The beautifully floral chic-decorated function rooms at Pawpaw provide the perfect backdrop to any baby shower event. With a mouth-watering menu, the restaurant specialises in vegan, vegetarian and gluten free Southeast Asian delicacies.
More Baby Shower Venue Resources
Tag Venue – Baby Shower Venues – this site offers an extensive list of all possible venue types and places in Brisbane. If you have plenty of time to scroll and research – there are over 220 suggestions here!
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