Our Favourite Mother❜s Day Events in Sydney 2025

By: The ellaslist Team, 05 May 2025

There are plenty of things to do with Mum and no end of ways to treat her in Sydney this Mother's Day—and (spoiler alert), the vast majority of them involve indulging in some delicious food and drink. Interest = piqued!

Here are some of the best things to do this Mother's Day in Sydney come Sunday 11 May 2025 (and a friendly reminder to kids and fellow parents reading this: make sure you get in early and BOOK!).

Our Favourite Mother's Day Events in Sydney 2025

1. Mother's Day High Tea at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour

Mother's Day High Tea at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour
Mother's Day High Tea at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour


This Mother’s Day, treat someone special to an elegant afternoon at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour’s stunning Mother's Day High Tea Buffet at Atelier by Sofitel.

Set in a dreamy floral space, guests can savour French pastries, dainty finger sandwiches, warm scones, and handcrafted desserts—plus a glass of champagne and a selection of fragrant teas. With live music and a relaxed, refined atmosphere, it’s a stylish and delicious way to celebrate Mum and all the wonderful women in your life.

Where:      Atelier by Sofitel, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, 12 Darling Dr
When:       Sunday 11 May 2025 | 12.30 pm
Cost:         $130 per person, includes 2 glasses of Pommery Champagne | $90 per person under 18

2. Mother's Day High Tea at San Martin with Anna Polyviou

Mother's Day High Tea with Anna Polyviou
Mother's Day High Tea with Anna Polyviou.


Celebrate Mother's Day in unforgettable style at the stunning new San Martin venue in Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park with the incredible celebrity chef, Anna Polyviou! Crafting a decadent High Tea Experience, Anna has curated a special menu that combines the best of Aussie flavours, showcasing her signature culinary creativity.

This special Mother's Day event promises a lavish spread of sweet and savoury delights and a glass of sparkling on arrival, unlimited tea and coffee, and a chance to meet Anna in person—perfect for foodie families looking for a one-of-a-kind experience. The gourmet menu includes treats like buttery beef pies, smoked salmon crumpets, mango pavlova, coffee mousse, and an indulgent cheese and tart station. Book now!

Where:      San Martin Akuna Bay, 350 General San Martin Dr, Ku-ring-gai Chase
When:       Sunday 11 May 2025 | 12 - 3 pm
Cost:         $95 per person + booking fee | Under 5s FREE

3. Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney Mother's Day High Tea

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Indulge mum this Mother's Day with a high tea at Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney.


Spoil Mum rotten this Mother’s Day in Sydney with an indulgent high tea experience at the Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney that the whole family will adore!

Indulge in a generous spread of savoury treats and sweet sensations, plus a live churro and chocolate station where you can witness the making of some heavenly confections. Delight in an array of high tea favourites and raise a glass to the extraordinary woman in your life with a complimentary Mimosa upon arrival. Book your table now!

Where:      Croft Restaurant, Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney, 11 Jamison Street, Sydney
When:       Sunday 11 May 2025 | 12.30 pm
Cost:         $105 per adult | $65 per child | 5 and under FREE

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4. Mother's Day Seafood Buffet at Pullman Sydney Hyde Park

Mother❜s Day Seafood Buffet at Pullman Sydney Hyde Park
Mother's Day Seafood Buffet at Pullman Sydney Hyde Park.


Pull out all the stops this Mother's Day and treat Mum to a gourmet feast at Pullman Sydney Hyde Park. Their Mother's Day Seafood Buffet that’s equal parts elegant and indulgent.

Start at the show-stopping ice bar, stacked high with fresh Sydney rock oysters, plump tiger prawns and sweet spanner crab, followed by your favourite hot dishes like rich beef bourguignon and perfectly baked barramundi, then graze your way through a bounty of artisan cheeses and charcuterie. From the picture-perfect mixed berry pavlova to a decadent array of sweets, there are plenty of treats for the family too.

Where:  Pullman Sydney Hyde Park, 36 College Street, Sydney 
When:   Sunday 11th May 2025 | 12:30 pm - 3 pm
Cost:     $139 per adult, $59 per child (4 - 13 years old)
              10% off for Accor Plus members

5. Mother's Day Buffet Lunch at Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mother's Day Buffet Lunch at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Treat mum to the Mother's Day Buffet Lunch at Mode Kitchen & Bar.


For mums who love a long lunch, Mode Kitchen & Bar is serving up a decadent buffet guaranteed to impress the leading lady in your life with a warm and vibrant atmosphere and exceptional food.

Begin your Mother's Day Buffet Lunch with a glass of premium sparkling wine and explore a generous spread crafted by new Chef de Cuisine, Marco Putzolu – from hand-carved meats and handmade pastas to fresh seafood, antipasti, and artisan cheeses. And don’t worry, dessert takes centre stage with Executive Pastry Chef Nicolas Blanc’s sweet creations, including the much-anticipated Berry Charlotte, part of Four Seasons’ new So Sweet, So Chic collection. As an extra treat, every table will leave with a special takeaway dessert gift!

Where:  Four Seasons Hotel Sydney, 199 George St, The Rocks
When:   Sunday 11th May 2025 | 12:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Cost:     From $ 170 per person 

6. Mother's Day Afternoon Tea in Executive Club Lounge 32 at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5. Mother's Day Afternoon Tea in Executive Club Lounge 32 at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney For an enchanting afternoon of whimsical elegance, whisk Mum away to the serene heights of the luxurious Executive Club Lounge 32 at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney for an exclusive Mother's Day Afternoon Tea that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Against the sweet sounds of a live harpist and the scent of fresh florals, this elevated experience is a feast for all the senses.  Tantalise your tastebuds with dainty delights from Executive Pastry Chef Nicolas Blanc – think Macadamia Choux, Tropical Pavlova, Strawberry Swiss Rolland the signature dessert, Berry Charlotte. Of course, you'll also enjoy classic scones and savoury bites.  Mum will also take home a bespoke illustration created live by the incredibly talented Cai of @soystreet – a one-of-a-kind keepsake.  Where:  Four Seasons Hotel Sydney, 199 George St, The Rocks When:   Sunday 11th May 2025 | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cost:     From $ 110 per person 
Mother's Day Afternoon Tea in Executive Club Lounge 32 at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney


For an enchanting afternoon of whimsical elegance, whisk Mum away to the serene heights of the luxurious Executive Club Lounge 32 at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney for an exclusive Mother's Day Afternoon Tea that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Against the sweet sounds of a live harpist and the scent of fresh florals, this elevated experience is a feast for all the senses.

Tantalise your tastebuds with dainty delights from Executive Pastry Chef Nicolas Blanc – think Macadamia Choux, Tropical Pavlova, Strawberry Swiss Rolland the signature dessert, Berry Charlotte. Of course, you'll also enjoy classic scones and savoury bites.

Mum will also take home a bespoke illustration created live by the incredibly talented Cai of @soystreet – a one-of-a-kind keepsake.

Where:  Four Seasons Hotel Sydney, 199 George St, The Rocks
When:   Sunday 11th May 2025 | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Cost:     From $ 110 per person 

7. High Tea at Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel

High Tea at Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel
High Tea at Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel


Get ready to make this Mother's Day unforgettable, with a High Tea at the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel.

Guests can choose from traditional, vegan, and gluten-free options while celebrating in style in the heart of the city. The venue, Lady Fair Fax at Radisson Blu Hotel Sydney, is set in the stunning heritage-listed Fairfax Building—the original and iconic home of the Sydney Morning Herald. It's the perfect place to take a break and spoil Mum this year, so make sure you get in early and book your table!

Where:      Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney
When:       Sunday 11 May 2025 from 12.30-3.30 pm
Cost:         Early bird pricing: $89 per adult, $45 per child | Regular pricing: $95 per adult, $49 per child

8. Family Feast at North Bondi Fish

The best Mother's Day events in Sydney 2024
Ocean views and a seafood feast...sign us up for Mother's Day at North Bondi Fish!


Treat Mum to a Mother’s Day she’ll never forget with a relaxed and delicious beachside lunch at North Bondi Fish. Settle in for a $129 share-style feast featuring the freshest seasonal seafood—think prawn skewers, smoked Spanish mackerel tostadas, and steamed blue-eye trevalla with clams. There’s even a $30 kids’ menu, so the whole family can join in the celebration.

Prefer dinner? Choose from the set menu or go à la carte for even more tasty options. With unbeatable ocean views, mouthwatering dishes, and that signature North Bondi vibe, it’s the perfect spot to spoil Mum. Add a glass of wine and a slice of Basque cheesecake (drool), and you’ve got all the makings of a truly memorable day.

Where:     North Bondi Fish, 120 Ramsgate Avenue, North Bondi
When:      Sunday 11 May 2024
Cost:        $89 per adult, $30 per child aged 12 and under

9. Aria Restaurant Mother's Day Lunch

Aria restaurant
Nothing says "Happy Mother's Day!" quite like a meal at one of Sydney's most iconic restaurants.


Treat Mum to an unforgettable lunch overlooking stunning views of Sydney Harbour at Aria.

The iconic harbourside gem is offering a five-course bespoke menu ($275 per person) with a glass of champagne on arrival. A children’s set menu ($65 per person) for those 12 years or under will be available, so you can get the whole family involved!

Where:     1 Macquarie St, Sydney
When:      Sunday 11 May 2025
Cost:        $65 per child, $275 per adult

10. Hit the Harbour on a Harbour Cruise

Mother's Day Harbour Cruise
Soak up the beauty of the city on this memorable Mother's Day cruise.


Spoil mum in an extra-special and memorable way on Sydney Harbour with a buffet lunch and drinks, plus a professional DJ dropping the beats on this three-hour Lunch Cruise!

Tickets include a delicious seated and served canapé menu items plus drinks, and the DJ promises to play all of Mum's favourite tunes!

Where:     King Street Wharf No. 9 Darling Harbour
When:      12-3 pm, Sunday 11 May 2025
Cost:        $119 per adult, $59 per child

11. Mother's Day at Chiswick

The best Mother's Day events in Sydney 2024
Drool! The Mother's Day menu at the gorgeous Chiswick promises a very special day for all this year.


Make Mum feel extra special this Mother’s Day with a mouthwatering four-course feast designed to share and enjoy with the whole family.

Head Chef Samuel Rozsnyoi has crafted a delicious menu featuring standout dishes like house-smoked stracciatella with figs and buckwheat, tender John Dory with seasonal mussels, and the crowd-favourite slow-roasted lamb shoulder served with plenty of mint salsa. And to kick things off, Mum will be welcomed with a celebratory glass of bubbles on arrival.

Little foodies won’t miss out either, with a special kids’ set menu that includes a tasty main and a sweet dessert just for them. It’s the perfect way to treat Mum to a relaxed and memorable day out.

Where:     65 Ocean Street, Woollahra
When:      Sunday 11 May 2025
Cost:        $130 per adult, $40 per child

12. Mother's Day at Nico

Mother's Day at Nico
Mother's Day at Nico


Join in the fun at Cammeray gem, Nico, for a Mother's Day lunch celebration filled with love, laughter, and mouthwatering food.

Honour and celebrate the extraordinary mothers in your lives with their exclusive Mother's Day set menu, thoughtfully designed to be shared and enjoyed with the whole family. Plus, Mum will be treated to a complimentary glass of bubbles upon arrival, and a kids' menu is available. What more could we want?!

Where:     Nico, 450 Miller Street, Cammeray
When:      Sunday 11 May 2025
Cost:        $129 per person

13. Mother's Day Classic

Mother's Day Classic Sydney
Give back and remember special women this year by taking part in the Mother's Day Classic Local.


The Mother's Day Classic remembers those who have been affected by or who are living with breast cancer and raises money for breast cancer research.

It's the perfect Mother's Day event in Sydney, where you can feel the buzz of the event village, entertainment, music, and food stalls!

You can train for 5km, 10km, 20km or choose your distance - and you can walk, jog or run, it’s completely up to you! There are so many locations to choose from - see the full list here.

Where:     Various locations across Sydney and NSW
When:      Sunday 11 May 2025
Cost:        From $42 per child and $76 per adult

14. Mother's Day at Shaffa

Mother's Day at Shaffa
Mother's Day at Shaffa


Join Shaffa in celebrating Mother's Day this year with their specially curated feast menu, priced at just $119 per person for lunch and inclusive of a welcome cocktail on arrival for mum. A la carte dinner is also on the table! 

To elevate your dining experience, you can consider their wine pairing option or pre-order a bottle of one of their finest wines. As a special treat, every mum will receive a jar of exclusive Shaffa Signature Spices.

Where:     Shaffa, 80 Albion St, Surry Hills
When:      Sunday 11 May 2025
Cost:        $119 per person

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