BY JEMANDA HANNOUF, PRECINCT COORDINATOR, MANLY HARBOUR VILLAGE
Mother’s Day By The Bay At Manly Harbour Village
Mother’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down, soak up the seaside atmosphere, and celebrate the incredible women in our lives – and there’s no better place to do it than by the bay at Manly Harbour in Brisbane.
With sparkling waterfront views, fresh sea breezes, and a vibrant dining scene, Manly Harbour offers a relaxed yet special setting for a memorable Mother’s Day. Whether you’re planning a long lunch, sunset drinks, or a cozy dinner, local cafés and restaurants are preparing delicious specials to make the day truly unforgettable. Be sure to contact your chosen venue early to secure a booking – this is one of the busiest (and most loved) days of the year.
WHERE TO DINE
From fresh seafood to Italian classics and modern Australian cuisine, there’s something to suit every taste and every mum. Here are some fantastic local spots offering the perfect setting to spoil your mum:
- Keith’s On Cambridge
- Cambridge Lane Espresso + Kitchen
- Andonis
- Pier 88
- Shucks Bar
- Celtic Corner
- Manly Deck Bar & Restaurant
- Manly Fish Co.
- The Arsonist
- Lido Italia – (Mother’s Day is the only day they open for lunch!)
- Thai Boat
- Beyond Chinese Restaurant
- Olivera
- Manly Boathouse
- Royal QLD Yacht Squadron
- The Manly Hotel
WHERE TO SHOP
Find the perfect gift! If you’re still searching for a thoughtful gift, Manly Harbour’s local retailers have you covered with a beautiful selection of Mother’s Day ideas in the lead-up to the big day:
- Ebb & Flow Boutique
- Bella Botiqo
- Labels by the Bay
- Manly Village Compounding Pharmacy –offering a range of gift options
- Oscar Oscar Hair Salon
- The Mad Hatters Bookshop
From fashion and beauty to books and unique boutique finds, you’ll discover something special that shows just how much you care.
Events at Manly Harbour Village
Saturday 2 May
Movies in the Park. Enjoy a free outdoor movie night under the stars at Little Bayside Park, Manly. Bring a picnic rug and settle in for a screening of Oddball, a heartwarming family favourite, all set against the beautiful bayside backdrop.
Friday 8 May
Twilight on Cambridge – a Mother’s Day special event!
Sunday 10 May
Mother’s Day by the Bay
UPCOMING MARKETS
Saturday 2 and 16 May Jan Powers Farmers Market
Friday 8 May Twilight on Cambridge, Manly
Sunday 10 May Mother’s Day by the Bay at Manly Creative Markets
Every Sunday Manly Creative Markets
For more information on upcoming events, be sure to follow Manly Harbour Village on social media, and subscribe to our newsletter at manlyharbourvillage.com.
