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Festival on the Farm Mother’s Day

This event has now concluded for 2026. Guests celebrated Mother's Day at Paradise Country’s annual Festival on the Farm with live music, delicious food trucks, character meet & greets, cocktail bars, adorable animal exhibits and more! Please stay turned for Mother’s Day 2027.

2026 Celebrations

Check out how guests celebrated Mother's Day 2026.
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Mother’s Day Buffet Breakfast

If a hearty country style buffet breakfast sounds like the perfect way to start Mother’s Day, then bring the family along to the Farmhouse Restaurant. Soak in the gorgeous farm views and delight in wholesome bites!

A family of four—two adults and two young girls—sit at a restaurant table outdoors, smiling and enjoying a meal together. The table is set with plates of food and a small flower arrangement.

Mother’s Day Buffet Lunch

Prefer a Sunday sleep-in? Join us for a delicious country style buffet lunch at the Farmhouse Restaurant that the whole family will love. Enjoy the likes of roasted meats, baked barramundi, seasonal vegetables, salads, sweets, soft drinks and more!

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Gift an Encounter

Treat Mum to something unforgettable this Mother’s Day, get up close with incredible wildlife in a unique animal encounter. It’s a fun, meaningful experience she’ll remember for a lifetime.

Moments She'll Love

From farm fun to foodie finds, there’s something for every mum this Mother’s Day.
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Live Music

Sit back and unwind to live tunes on the lawn! Montana are a high-energy live band from Southeast Queensland, delivering classic hits, pop favourites and a touch of country charm.

Two children hug a person in a large Shaun the Sheep costume on stone steps surrounded by flowers, while families and children gather and relax in the background at a park or outdoor event.

Character Meet and Greets

Watch their face light up as they meet their favourite characters like Shaun the Sheep and Blitzer.

Two girls smile as one gently pets a small animal held by the other. They are outdoors, dressed casually, and appear to be enjoying their interaction with the animal.

Animal Presentations

Listen as our passionate wildlife keepers take you on an exciting journey, sharing fascinating insights into Australia’s unique animal species.

A green tractor pulls open-air carriages with seated passengers under a large sign that reads “Shaun’s Tractor Ride” at an outdoor farm attraction surrounded by trees and fences.

Tractor Rides

Jump aboard Shaun's Tractor Ride to discover all the awesome adventures Shaun and the Flock have at Paradise Country.

A smiling bartender wearing a navy shirt and cap shakes a cocktail shaker behind an outdoor bar, with drinks, straws, and a menu board visible in the foreground.

Cocktail Bar

Sip, savour, and indulge in a mouthwatering selection of drinks! From your favourite classic cocktails to refreshing non-alcoholic options, there’s something for everyone to raise a glass to mum!

Two children wearing helmets ride ponies, each led by an adult on a grassy path in a wooded area. Both adults are dressed in blue shirts, and the children appear happy and engaged.

Pony Rides

Make your child’s day with a pony ride at the Pony Arena!

Subject to availability. Not included with admission. Available for purchase at the Wildlife Photo Centre on Arrival.

A young girl in a purple checkered dress smiles while holding a wooden egg on a spoon, standing in a barn play area with toy chickens and straw.

Kids Activities

Join the Shaun the Sheep Championsheeps for fun, interactive challenges the kids will love, plus face painting.

Two women smiling at each other while holding bowls of food topped with salsa, rice, chips, and sour cream, standing outdoors in front of a colorful food truck.

Food Trucks

A mix of food trucks serving festival favourites, from nuggets, chips and quick bites to smoky BBQ classics and loaded nachos.

A man in a hat kneels playing an acoustic guitar next to a woman standing against a bright red wall. The woman is looking down and touching her hair, while the man looks toward the camera.

Live Music

Sit back and unwind to live tunes on the lawn! Montana are a high-energy live band from Southeast Queensland, delivering classic hits, pop favourites and a touch of country charm.

Two children hug a person in a large Shaun the Sheep costume on stone steps surrounded by flowers, while families and children gather and relax in the background at a park or outdoor event.

Character Meet and Greets

Watch their face light up as they meet their favourite characters like Shaun the Sheep and Blitzer.

Two girls smile as one gently pets a small animal held by the other. They are outdoors, dressed casually, and appear to be enjoying their interaction with the animal.

Animal Presentations

Listen as our passionate wildlife keepers take you on an exciting journey, sharing fascinating insights into Australia’s unique animal species.

A green tractor pulls open-air carriages with seated passengers under a large sign that reads “Shaun’s Tractor Ride” at an outdoor farm attraction surrounded by trees and fences.

Tractor Rides

Jump aboard Shaun's Tractor Ride to discover all the awesome adventures Shaun and the Flock have at Paradise Country.

A smiling bartender wearing a navy shirt and cap shakes a cocktail shaker behind an outdoor bar, with drinks, straws, and a menu board visible in the foreground.

Cocktail Bar

Sip, savour, and indulge in a mouthwatering selection of drinks! From your favourite classic cocktails to refreshing non-alcoholic options, there’s something for everyone to raise a glass to mum!

Two children wearing helmets ride ponies, each led by an adult on a grassy path in a wooded area. Both adults are dressed in blue shirts, and the children appear happy and engaged.

Pony Rides

Make your child’s day with a pony ride at the Pony Arena!

Subject to availability. Not included with admission. Available for purchase at the Wildlife Photo Centre on Arrival.

A young girl in a purple checkered dress smiles while holding a wooden egg on a spoon, standing in a barn play area with toy chickens and straw.

Kids Activities

Join the Shaun the Sheep Championsheeps for fun, interactive challenges the kids will love, plus face painting.

Two women smiling at each other while holding bowls of food topped with salsa, rice, chips, and sour cream, standing outdoors in front of a colorful food truck.

Food Trucks

A mix of food trucks serving festival favourites, from nuggets, chips and quick bites to smoky BBQ classics and loaded nachos.