Mother’s Day Outing Ideas in Brisbane

Celebrate Mother’s Day with those you love the most by getting outdoors, creating memories and having some family fun.

If you are stuck for ideas on creating the perfect day out for mum, we have you covered with these suggestions for awesome Mother’s Day outings in Brisbane.

We also have an annually updated list of events and activities happening in Brisbane on mothers day here Mothers Day in Brisbane.

Easy Bushwalks close to Brisbane

A short drive from the centre of Brisbane are some beautiful mountain ranges that beg to be explored with your family.

On Mount Tamborine in the south, you can enjoy a picnic in the beautiful botanic gardens, browse the eclectic mix of gift stores and cafes in the main street, or just breathe in the fresh mountain air.

On the north side of Brisbane, Mount Glorious offers short walking tracks featuring picturesque waterfalls, wood-fired BBQ facilities in a grassy picnic area and a restaurant (simply named Mount Glorious Restaurant & Café) with stunning views over the Samford Valley. A day trip to Mount Nebo and the South D’Aguilar region is perfect in the Brisbane Autumn sunshine.

For some Mother’s Day outing adventures closer to home, try geocaching in Brisbane – an awesome treasure hunt that combines the technology of GPS and smartphones with good old-fashioned orienteering.

Even if you are heading out with prams or wheelchairs, there are plenty of pram friendly walks in Brisbane, including the stunning Roma Street Parkland.

Other popular places to head out for a walk include

• Springbrook National Park
• Noosa National Park
• Mount Coolum

A Fun Mother’s Day Outing in the City

Start your day with a lazy breakfast overlooking the Brisbane River then work off those croissants with a family bike ride along the river. There are many kid-friendly bike paths in Brisbane, but don’t worry if you don’t own a bike – visit Briscycle for information on bike hire in Brisbane. You could also look at using one of the scooter services or take a segway tour through the city.

Riverlife offers guided kayaking, abseiling and rock-climbing sessions (although these are only suitable for older children).

A Beachside Break

From Shorncliffe to Scarborough in the north, and Wynnum to Cleveland in the south, there are plenty of seaside parks, beaches, cafes and restaurants to enjoy.

A picnic dinner of takeaway fish and chips in the fading autumn sunshine is a pretty awesome way to finish Mother’s Day. Or, if you’re lucky, your partner and children could pack a gourmet picnic or BBQ for you. Just make sure someone else is in charge of the preparation and cooking!

If you have little kids and you just want to relax while they have a play, then head to one of South Easter Queensland’s best playgrounds – find them on our Brisbane Parks Map.

Day Spas, Floats and High Teas

If you prefer some time to yourself, then arrange a babysitter for the kids and visit one of the many amazing Brisbane day spas. From a massage a facial or even getting your nails done, it’s always nice to have some “me” time.

Make sure you book ahead if you plan to go on Mother’s Day. If spas aren’t your thing, but you still want to relax, you could consider a float spa or some time in a salt room.

Another thing Brisbane does well is high tea – frock up and rock up to one of the many Brisbane venues that offers a Mother’s Day high tea.

We’ve put together a list of all the best high teas and dining events to celebrate Mother’s Day in Brisbane this year. Get in early to book your spot!

Feel-good Fun

If you want to get fit and be inspired this Mother’s Day, gather your family, head to Southbank and run or walk together in the Mother’s Day Classic. It’s Australia’s biggest charity fun run and raises money for breast cancer research.

Afterwards, stay and enjoy all the delights that South Bank and nearby West End has to offer. After all, you’ve earned it!

Fun Family Activities

Use Mother’s Day as an excuse to try a new fun activity or perhaps enjoy an activity you haven’t done in a while. Test your solving skills and team work in an escape room, score a hole in one at mini golf or knock ’em down at ten pin bowling.

It’s Also Okay To Do Nothing

For some mums, especially all the sleep deprived ones, the ideal Mother’s Day may simply be a relaxing day at home. For others, it is a day of thinking about their own mothers and for many a time of reflection and sadness.

Either way, if you feel like you need a ‘down day’ then request a sleep in and the obligatory breakfast in bed. Read a book in the garden, have a bubble bath and let your family look after you.

Now go and stick your Mother’s Day outing wish list to the fridge – a less than subtle approach will probably be appreciated by partners and kids everywhere!