Mother's Day in Byron: brunch queues + flower shop notes

A practical heads-up if your mum is visiting this weekend.

By Byron Bay Backpackers editorial team

Expect brunch queues on Mother's Day (the second Sunday in May) at popular spots like Bayleaf Café, Top Shop, Combi and Three Blue Ducks at The Farm.

Practical tips if you're hosting: - Book Three Blue Ducks if you want the splurge option — they don't walk-in well on this day. - Bayleaf Café opens at 7am — turn up before 9am and you'll skip the queue. - Combi takeaway window queue moves faster than the dine-in. - Bay Centre Pharmacy (Marvell St) has the broadest flowers + card selection within walking distance of the CBD; verify hours Sunday before you walk down.

The Beach Hotel sunset lawn at golden hour is the easiest "I planned this" option that requires no booking. One round of drinks and one shared lawn picnic from the bottle shop = a Mother's Day people remember.