Father's Day rolls around on Sunday 3 September. So you're likely on the lookout for ways to celebrate Dad, Pops, Papa and father figures alike, while supporting local businesses on the Gold Coast. Look no further.
Quality time's the best gift this Father's Day. So skip the sock drawer additions, gadget go-tos and hobby top-ups.
Here are eight of the top ways to celebrate this Father's Day on the Gold Coast in 2023.
Chow down at Citrique's seafood buffet lunch
JW Marriott do a lot of things phenomenally. Including, putting on a spread to spoil seafood-loving dads. And this year you can book your seat at their award-winning restaurant, Citrique for one heck of a chow down.
Kicking off from midday, indulge in a smattering of locally harvested seafood including Pacific oysters, Mooloolaba tiger prawns, spanner crab, Balmain bugs, green lip mussels and Tasmanian scallops. Did we mention that dads are treated to a grilled half-lobster, too?
There's something for everyone with a selection of artisan antipasto, Prime Rib roast, Asian-inspired dishes and wood-fired pizzas also ready to tuck into. Not to mention a wide range of desserts created by the Citrique pastry team.
Tickets are $149 per person, or $169 to include a two-hour beverage package, with $64.50 per child and complimentary for children 4 and under. Bookings essential.
Sail the seas on a sunset cruise by Seaworld
Step aboard the ultimate cruise this Father's Day on the Gold Coast. With a complimentary welcome beer for Dad, this luxury vessel features a cranked barbie, air-conditioned lower deck and spacious rooftop lounge for a breathtaking front row seat for sunset.
Expect a sausage sizzle with all the trimmings, as you spend a sun-soaked arvo with your Pa cruising from Surfers Paradise to the Gold Coast Broadwater. All while crooning to live tunes by local Gold Coast musicians for a nice 1.5 hours.
Tickets are $79 for ages 14 and up, and $39 for ages 3-13. Get tickets here.
Cheers to a brewery experience at Hound & Stag
Beer-loving dads have likely already begged to head along to Hound & Stag Brewing Co.'s Brewing Experience this Father's Day.
Taste your way through 20+ craft beers brewed onsite and paired with a selection of dishes. Learn about the art of brewing, get a backstage pass to a full brewery tour and sink a few cold ones while you're at it.
Head down from 12-2pm for $70 per person. Check out more information and book your tickets here.
Stroll around HOTA's farmers and artisan markets
The makers and growers at HOTA's markets know a thing or two about nourishing our vibrant community. And if your pops is all about green living, there's a plethora of local produce to bundle up and enjoy in the week ahead. Choose from a selection of speciality food trucks for lunch to enjoy by HOTA's accompanying lagoon.
While you're at it, why not take him for a wander around the expansive HOTA gallery, all finished with a cold one at the rooftop Exhibitionist Bar.
Check out the markets from 6-11.30am, or more information here.
Nibble and sip at Hyde Paradiso's brunch
If Dad's a bit old-fashioned, here's the perfect introduction to his first next-level brunch experience. Making it a highlight Father's Day event on the Gold Coast in 2023.
The good times don't end with his welcome Maker's Mark No. 46 beverage. Hyde Paradiso's beachside brunch menu is brimming with a bunch of tasty treats. Think, eggs benny hash, pork belly and feta bites, charred chicken salad and spiced prawn rolls.
Take your pick from a selection of premium tap beers, spritzes, Chandon Brut and rosé, all included in your ticket price.
The two-hour time-slot runs for bookings made from 12-2pm for $99 per person. Book in brunch here.
Enjoy beers, wings and sports at Burleigh Barrels Brewery
On Father's Day, we feast. Well, that's what you'll be telling yourself if you choose to make good use of Burleigh Barrels Brewery's 1 kg of wings doused in sauce and a jug of pale ale or lager for just $24.95.
Sit back with your old man and catch up on the latest game from midday to be dubbed the winner in Pa's good books. Check out the deets.
Snap photobooth pics with pops at Boardwalk Tavern
If you'll be on the norther end of the Gold Coast this Father's Day, head straight to Hope Island's own Boardwalk Tavern.
From 12.30-2.30pm a free gift for Daddio and free photobooth access is available with every lunch reservation.
Choose from menu items like premium, grain-fed rump, prawn and crab linguine or barkers creek pork cutlets. Bookings essential.
A day on the green with barefoot bowls at Paradise Point Bowls Club
If not for their epic bowls, then definitely for their exclusive Father's Day menu. Paradise Point Bowls Club is a crowd favourite locale this Father's Day.
To score free barefoot bowls for two, simply buy any two Father's Day specials.
Dishes range from mouthwatering rump steak with BBQ bug, calamari and garlic prawns to lamb rump with roast vegetables, grilled pear and mint red wine jus. From just $39 for visitors and $37 for non-visitors.
Additional barefoot bowls are available for $10 per person, and free for kiddos. Check it out here.