Celebrating Mother's Day at GMCT

We invite you to attend a range of free events across our sites to recognise Mother's day this year.

We are holding a range free events across our sites to recognise Mother's Day this year.

We recognise that this day can mean something different to each of us. Whether you’re celebrating with mum, remembering her, or honouring a mother figure in your life, you are welcome.


Flower stands and complimentary refreshments

On Mother's Day, Sunday 10 May, visit us at Altona, Lilydale, Fawkner and Northern Memorial Parks to take a complimentary flower from our pop-up flower stands.

Coffee carts will also be at these sites from 10am-2pm, offering complimentary hot drinks.

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Mother’s Day Remembrance Service

Join us together with Le Pine Funerals for a special Mother’s Day remembrance service at Lilydale Memorial Park, followed by light refreshments.

This annual, non-denominational service provides an opportunity to honour and remember mothers and mother figures who have passed, through poetry, tributes and shared reflections.

When: 10am-11am, Sunday 10 May 2026

Where: Federation Chapel, Lilydale Memorial Park, 126-128 Victoria Road, Lilydale

Register for the Mother's Day Remembrance Service


Visit us

Reception will be open on Sunday 10 May, from 10am to 2pm, at Altona Memorial Park, Fawkner Memorial Park and Lilydale Memorial Park. Please don't hesitate to come in if you need us.


Floral workshops - now fully booked

Thank you for your interest in attending our floral workshops at Fawkner, Altona and Lilydale Memorial Parks. Unfortunately, all spaces for these events, including waitlists, have now been filled.

We're sorry if you missed out, and we hope to run these workshops again in the future. In the meantime, we invite you to explore our other upcoming events, or sign up to receive updates about your local cemetery.


More information

For full event details and to register for these events please visit our community engagement hub, YourSay.