Empowering Mother's Day Experiences in Melbourne Your Mum Will Love

Empowering Mother's Day Experiences in Melbourne Your Mum Will Love


By Annie Symmonds

Empower your favourite lady with these Mother’s Day gift experiences for Mum in Melbourne and treat the woman who raised you to a creative escape she’ll never forget!

These hands-on Melbourne activities promise to empower Mum and allow you to create unforgettable experiences together. From mastering the art of the BBQ to getting creative with clay, these experience gifts for Mum are sure to ignite her passions and bring out her unique individuality.

Mother's Day in Australia is a celebration of family bonds, and what better way to honour Mum than by sharing in these special moments and making lasting memories? Ditch the traditional flowers and chocolates and opt for something truly meaningful in 2025. Our experience gifts offer a chance to bond, learn and explore new hobbies together.

Prefer to give Mum some time to herself? Not a problem. These activities are also perfect for solo explorers. Whether she’s looking to meet like-minded locals or simply enjoy a mindful moment, these workshops offer the perfect mix of creativity and connection.

And the best part? Your Mother's Day present could unlock a whole new world of possibilities for Mum. Who knows, she might just discover a new hobby that brings her joy and improves her overall well-being. Because when you invest in things you love, you're investing in your own happiness and confidence. So, this Mother's Day, give the gift of experience and watch as it blossoms into something truly extraordinary for Mum.

Let us help you find some empowering Mother’s Day experiences she’ll love.

Get her cooking up a storm at a beer and BBQ class

Mum and dad BBQing steak with guidance of cooking instructor on Mother's Day

Help your mum become a whizz on the barbecue and enjoy a fun-filled Mother’s Day experience with a beer and BBQ class in Melbourne. Instead of heading out for lunch this Mother’s Day, surprise her with a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn all the secrets to sizzling meats and bold flavours.

Guided by a local expert, you'll discover the art of smoking meat, mastering marinades and perfecting temperatures. It’s a practical and empowering way to spend time with your mum on Mother's Day. Plus the skills last long after the day is over!

Turn fire and glass into art at glassblowing workshops

Two people blowing glass at a glass blowing class

Discover empowering things to do on Mother’s Day with an awesome glassblowing class. These exhilarating and fun Melbourne workshops are an exciting Mother’s Day present she’ll absolutely love! 

Over a few hours, you and Mum will learn how to blow and shape glass into colourful, artistic pieces under the guidance of a local expert. Not only is it incredibly fun, but it's also a chance for Mum to express herself through a brand-new medium. How inspiring is that?!

Learn to sculpt at a clay hand building class

A mother and her daughter making pottery together

Celebrate Mother's Day 2025 by gifting an experience that is both tactile and beautifully empowering. At a clay sculpting class, Mum will be able to unwind as she plays with messy clay and learn hand building techniques from a passionate potter. This is a fantastic opportunity to book a Mother’s Day present you can do together.

Expect to learn various techniques, as well as how to sculpt in the round. You’ll learn so many tips and tricks to fast track your newfound skills, which could form a brand new hobby. The teacher will guide you and teach you where to buy your own materials if you want to continue with DIY pottery at home. 

You and Mum will finish the class with newfound confidence to take on even the smallest of things going forward. Build long-lasting memories together and enjoy learning to make your own art as you bring out your creative side. Discover more beautiful gifts for Mum in Melbourne here.

Shape metal at a welding workshop

Image of a person in safety gear welding metal

Want to really shake things up this Mother’s Day? Try welding classes! It’s bold, creative and definitely outside the box—perfect things to do for a mum who’s always been strong and fearless.

Guided by a local expert, take a trip to a local studio in Melbourne and learn brand new skills together. This empowering class will help you both feel like you can take on the world as you learn how to use different types of machines to weld metal together. Ask questions and take in as much as possible. Feel totally uplifted as you both spend the day creating memories you’ll talk about for a long time to come. 

Pour your worries away at a Dutch pouring class

Two women smiling as they pour paint at a paint pouring class

Looking to get arty with Mum but worried about your skillset? Try a Dutch pouring class! What's Dutch pouring? Dutch pouring is a fluid art technique that involves pouring paint from a cup and using a hairdryer to manipulate the paint across the canvas. It's as fun and relaxing as it sounds and the end result is a mesmerising work of art. The best part is you don't need to be able to recreate masterpieces or stick to any lines. Just let your creativity loose, mix colours and marvel at the finished outcome. 

It's messy but we think creative Mums will love it as a Mother's Day experience gift! Plus, you and the whole fam can join her because it's super beginner-friendly.

Indulge her senses at a creative soap making class

Let Mum indulge her senses and creativity this Mother’s Day with a soap making class in Melbourne. This hands-on experience is beginner-friendly and deeply rewarding, perfect for anyone who loves crafting, relaxing and creating something truly personal.

In this fun and empowering workshop, you and your mum will learn how to make your own custom soaps using melt and pour bases like goat's milk or crystal. With guidance from an experienced teacher, Mum can choose her own scents, colours and designs to suit her unique style.

Craft something precious at a silver jewellery making class

One of the best things to do on Mother's Day in 2025 is something your mum has never done before! And if she's never made her own jewellery or tried silversmithing then this nf!silver jewellery making workshop is a good gift idea. This unique and empowering experience is for Mums who love to express themselves through style and creativity.

Guided by passionate self-taught silversmith, Mum will learn how to craft her own one-of-a-kind piece, whether it’s a ring, a necklace or a set of earrings. With all materials provided and small class sizes, she’ll receive plenty of guidance and encouragement, even if she has no idea what to expect.

"My Daughter and I had the BEST time today at our Jewellery making course with Sarah. She is so knowledgeable, patient and helpful, it was so great to be apart of her class. We are so rapt with our finished products, and we would definitely recommend this class with Sarah to anyone. Thank you Sarah, for a wonderful afternoon." - Lyndal L.

These are just a few of the empowering Mother's Day activities you can enjoy in Melbourne in 2025. Whether you're spending the day with Mum or giving her the gift of a solo adventure, experience gifts are a powerful way to show your love.

Celebrate her strength, nurture her creativity and make space for joy this Mother’s Day. Explore thousands of gift ideas for her and help Mum feel truly special with a gift that inspires her long after the day is done.





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