Are you looking for Father’s Day Brisbane ideas and fun ways to spend Father’s Day in Brisbane in 2024 with your number one dad? Read on!
Get inspiration for activities and things to do from our Father’s Day ideas Brisbane guide and spend quality time with your dad this Father’s Day in Brisbane!
Looking for specific Father’s Day events Brisbane style? Keep reading, we’ve created a giant list of family friendly activities for Father’s Day here in Brisbane!
- Best places for Father’s Day breakfast Brisbane
- Father’s Day lunch Brisbane
- Fun family sport activities on Father’s Day
- For dads who love history (or are a bit nerdy!)
- Father’s Day activities Brisbane
- Spend quality time with Dad at home for Father’s Day Brisbane
- Father’s Day Brisbane ideas for the animal-loving dad
- Father’s Day ideas for adventurous dads
- More Father’s Day inspiration
- Looking for more Father’s Day ideas in Brisbane?
Best places for Father’s Day breakfast Brisbane
Get Dad’s Father’s Day QLD style off to a great start with breakfast at one of many fantastic breakfast venues around the Brisbane and Greater Brisbane area.
Take a look at these places offering a special Brisbane Father’s Day event:
Father’s Day breakfast buffet at Victoria Park 2024
Treat dad to a mouth-watering feast in the Victoria Park Ballroom overlooking the city skyline views, with entertainment for the kids including face painting and a jumping castle. Spoil Dad with a mouth-watering breakfast buffet at the Marquee.
- Breakfast buffet
- Time: 7.30am to 10am
- Prices: Adults $45 | Children aged 4-12 years $25 | Under 4s free
- A la cart dining (including woodfired pizza, lamb shoulder, sirloin steak and confit duck leg) also available all day from 7am – 8pm.
- Location: 309 Herston Road, Herston
Father’s Day breakfast Brisbane – city or greater Brisbane region
There are lots of places that offer a good breakfast all year round, and our buffet breakfast guide here will help you find what your nearest breakfast restaurant is doing for Father’s Day 2024. There are breakfasts to suit all tastes and budgets so if you don’t fancy helping the kids serve up burnt toast and cold coffee (which we’re sure Dad appreciates anyway!) we recommend you book early to reserve your spot.
Father’s Day breakfast buffet at the Kenmore Tavern 2024
Treat your dad to a Father’s Day buffet brekky on 1 September 2024, with a range of hot and cold foods to enjoy. With complimentary tea and brewed coffees, chef-manned eggs benedict station with all the trimmings – there is something for every day to love!
- Time: 8am to 10.30am
- Prices: Adults $43 | Kids 6-12 years $15 | Under 5s free
- Location: 841 Moggill Road, Kenmore
You will need to book in advance to secure your table and payment is required at the time of booking. Make your booking online here.
Father’s Day buffet breakfast, lunch or dinner at The Glen Hotel 2024
It’s time to treat dear old dad to a family day out, fuelled with a feast at The Glen Hotel. Choose from a range of food & entertainment options throughout the day to suit all Dads from the early risers to the live music enthusiasts, the pizza lovers to the ones that simply want to keep the little ones entertained.
- Buffet Breakfast
- 90-minute seatings
- Prices: Adults $42 | Kids 4-14 years $20 | 3 and under free
- 7am The Deck
- 8am Lily Restaurant
- 8.30am The Deck
- Lunch and Dinner
- Lunch: 11.30am to 2.30pm
- Dinner: 5.30pm to 9pm
- Alphonsus Pizza: 11.30am to 9pm
- Location: 24 Gaskell Street, Eight Mile Plains
Live music from 1pm to 5pm. Bookings encouraged. Find out more here.
Father’s Day buffet breakfast or lunch at Sandstone Point Hotel 2024
Location, location, location! Spoil dad with for Father’s Day Brisbane with one of The Sandstone Point Hotel’s two buffet options on the shores just off Bribie Island. Bookings recommended.
- Buffet breakfast
- Time: 8am to 9am or 9.30am to 10.30am
- Price: Adults and teenagers $44 | Children under 12 $22 | Kids 3 and under free
- Buffet lunch
- Time: 11.30am to 1.30pm or 2pm to 4pm
- Adults and teenagers $79 | Children under 12 $29 | Kids 3 and under free
- Location: 1800 Bribie Island Road, Sandstone Point
Bookings are essential, phone 07 3475 3001 or email info@sandstonepointhotel.com.au. For more info, click here.
Father’s Day breakfast and lunch at the Regatta Hotel 2024
Treat Dad to a delicious meal with sprawling riverside views and enjoy a special day together at the iconic Regatta Hotel. For the early risers you can start with a hot and cold buffet breakfast including barista-made coffee! For a later start, treat Dad to an unforgettable Father’s Day Luncheon with a special surprise for Dad upon arrival, followed by a delectable three-course set menu featuring a sumptuous main course and a delicious dessert.
- Buffet breakfast
- Time: 7am to 9am
- Price: Adults $45 | Children (4 – 12 years) $15 | Under 3s free
- Luncheon
- Time: 12pm to 3pm
- Price: Adults $75 | Children (4 – 12 years) $15 | Under 3s free
- Location: 543 Coronation Drive, Toowong
Bookings are essential to secure your spot.
Father’s Day buffet breakfast at Lucky Tree Tavern 2024
Indulge in a delightful array of flavors at our special Father’s Day buffet! From the sizzle of crispy bacon and savory sausages to the comforting warmth of scrambled eggs and fluffy pancakes, our hot station offers a tempting selection to kickstart your day. Pair these classics with a variety of toppings like whipped cream and maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness. For those craving freshness, our cold station boasts a vibrant assortment of fruits and refreshing muesli-yogurt cups. Complete your meal with a sip of freshly squeezed juices or a steaming cup of coffee. And don’t forget to treat yourself to our irresistible pastries, including cinnamon rolls and fluffy danishes, for a truly indulgent experience.
- When: 7am to 10am (90 minute seatings)
- Prices (booking fees not included):
- Early bird tickets (available until August 25): Adults $28.90 | Children under 12 years $16.90 | Under 5s $9.90
- Tickets after August 25: Adults $32.90 | Children under 12 years $19.90 | Under 5s $12.90
Advanced bookings only. Book here now.
Father’s Day buffet breakfast at The Crown 2024
Tuck into all your brekky favs, think hash browns, crispy bacon, pastries, fresh fruit and so much more at The Crown!
- Time: from 7.30am
- Prices: Adults $42 | Kids 6-12 years $15 | Under 5s free
- Location: 446 Lutwyche Road, Lutwyche
Buffet not your thing? Their full a la carte menu will be available.
They also have a mini painting workshop from 2pm to 5pm for only $10 per person. Select from a huge variety of 3D printed heroes and monster to paint together in a guided workshop, and enjoy a relaxing experience together as you create your own masterpieces to take home with you.
Father’s Day buffet breakfast and lunch at Walkabout Creek 2024
There are two breakfast sittings featuring an array of delicious hot and cold classics like scrambled eggs with crispy bacon or waffles with maple syrup. Along with sweet pastries, platters of fresh fruit and free-flowing juice, tea, and coffee.
If Dad prefers a sleep in, their barbecue lunch is also available to book. Featuring a buffet of expertly prepared dishes complete with beef, chicken and vegetarian options, a range of sides and salads. Plus, a spread of exceptional desserts to follow! Dad will enjoy a complimentary beer on arrival.
- Breakfast buffet:
- Time: 8am to 9.30am or 10am to 11.30am
- Prices: Adults $48 | Kids 2-12 years $30
- Lunch buffet:
- Time: 1pm to 2.30pm
- Prices: Adults $68 | Kids 2-12 years $30
Father’s Day lunch Brisbane
Lunch or dinner at Greca 2024
Treat Dad to a mouthwatering experience this Father’s Day at Greca on Sunday 1 September. He’s sure to love their banquet menus or opt for à la carte instead. Be sure not to miss their specials on the day, including seafood pastitsio, gemista, stuffed rice tomato, and pork ragu, or octopus vinegar, kalamata olives.
- Time: 11.30am till late
- Location: Howard Smith Wharf Precinct, 3/5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City
BBQ meat platter at Claw BBQ & Grill 2024
This Father’s Day, let Dad indulge in a smokin’ good feast at Claw BBQ. Their ultimate BBQ meat platter has it all – ribs, wings, smoked sausages, fried, and onion rings.
- Time: 12pm to 6pm
- Prices: Adults $69 | Kids eat free (one child per adult)
- Location: 56 King Street, Bowen Hills
Father’s Day lunch and dinner at Stanley 2024
Celebrate Father’s Day at Stanley with a yum cha lunch banquet on the riverfront inclusive of a beer on arrival to welcome Dad. Taste your way through an array of delicious dumplings and signature dishes including XO seafood dumplings, duck and mushroom dumplings, stir-fried black angus beef, steamed coral trout and more.
- Time: from 11.30am (2-hour seating duration)
- Price: $120 per person (inclusive of a schooner of Felons beer for Dads)
- Location: 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City
Book here now or phone 07 3558 9418 to book.
Fun family sport activities on Father’s Day
We all know dads can be a bit … well … competitive, so challenge Dad to test his skills at a new sport on Father’s Day!
Putt putt mini golf and golf sim
You don’t need to be a pro-golfer to have fun on the mini green. The whole family can enjoy putt putt mini golf with its crazy twists and turns, obstacles to negotiate, traps and fun challenges, and there are several places to play across Brisbane and SE Queensland. Putt putt is crazy golf at its finest! You can find more mini golf and putt putt venues around Brisbane here. Here is our favourite venue that we’ve personally tried out:
Victoria Park Golf Complex with its family friendly venue, playground, and views of the city is one of our favourites! When you play putt putt at Victoria Park you can also enjoy fresh dutch pancakes, burgers, coffee and drinks from the pretty market carts, or stop for a meal at the gourmet bistro, open all day long. Find out more here.
Barefoot bowls 2024
Bowl Dad over on Father’s Day with barefoot bowls and a BBQ! Most barefoot bowls clubs offer a bar and a BBQ so Dad can relax on the bowling green with a cheap beer, followed with a special BBQ lunch. Beer, bowls and BBQ – it’s the ultimate Father’s Day combo! There are so many bowls clubs across Brisbane and you don’t have to go far to find them – just type ‘bowls’ into the search bar on this page, or Google for your nearest.
For dads who love history (or are a bit nerdy!)
Is Dad a bit of a history buff? If your dad harks back to times gone by we’ve found some great historic activities to feed Dad’s nostalgia this Father’s Day.
Take a historic tour
We’re lucky to have so many local places offering history tours in Brisbane. While we haven’t found any doing special Father’s Day events, these places are all worth a look for history fans.
St Helena Island
…. offers theatre, history, and a picnic meal on its day and night tours, departing on the Cat O Nine Tails catamaran from Manly. Find out more here.
Boggo Road Gaol
…. offers an insight of what life was like at this notorious Brisbane jail, with a number of different tours available. Some tours are child-friendly, and some are suitable only for persons older than 15 – and some are not for the feint hearted!
Please note that Boggo Road Gaol is currently closed due to a development next to the prison.
Fort Lytton
… is a perfect venue for fans of military history, open from 10am – 4pm on Father’s Day. Entry and self-guided tours are free, and guided tours welcome a non-compulsory donation. There’s a museum on site, and refreshments available from the visitor centre (cash only). Find out more here.
Visit a historic village
There are lots of little historic places to visit around Brisbane, from village museums (like Beenleigh, Logan Village, Caboolture, Samford, and Pine Rivers) to real thriving historic towns. Old Petrie Town, Toowoomba, and Stanthorpe all offer a pleasant stroll through times gone by.
Father’s Day activities Brisbane
We all know Dad works hard during the week, so help him re-energise with a healthy dose of good Brisbane air!
Go for a family bike ride
A family bike ride is a great way to connect, spend quality time together, and keep fit and active. To make it easy for you we’ve compiled a list of the best bicycle paths in Brisbane graded from easy to hard depending on your kid’s (and your!) level of experience, ability and fitness. The choice of paths available will take you along foreshores, through wetlands, bush, parks, and up mountains, with many offering refreshment stops and playgrounds along the way.
Hook the bike carrier onto the car and explore somewhere new, but don’t forget to pack a few treats or stop off for a Father’s Day ice-cream along the way!
Tip: If you don’t have a bike carrier and need to set off from home, plan your bike ride by checking online for popular trails near you. Your local council’s website could be a good place to start as they often list their parks and cycle tracks.
Go bushwalking for Father’s Day Brisbane
There’s nothing more enjoyable than getting out amongst nature on a bushwalking adventure, and Brisbane has plenty of stunning parks and bushwalking regions to explore. Outdoorsy dads will love the brisk September air in our city and hinterland forests, exploring water holes, admiring the views, and spotting wildlife, so pack a picnic and get outdoors for some good old-fashioned Father’s Day Brisbane family time!
To get you started, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite Brisbane bush walking trails around Brisbane but there are heaps more to choose from. Take a look at the maps available on any of our National Park websites, or type ‘bush walk’ into the search bar on this page for more ideas.
Try fishing
Fishing with Dad is almost a right of passage that connects the generations like no other. The skills passed on from parent to child, time spent in giggles and quiet conversation punctuated by the thrill of getting a bite, and fun splashing around or swimming when the fish ain’t biting are all golden moments creating lasting memories.
Fishing doesn’t need to be expensive either. If you’ve never fished before you can buy cheap start-up kits and handlines from the bigger variety stores, and if the only fish you end up taking home just happens to be ready battered and served with chips, then who’s complaining!
Tip: If Dad’s really into fishing, consider hiring a boat for the day, or booking a fishing charter.
XXXX Brewery Tour
Has dad always wanted to know how his favourite drop is made? Treat him to a XXXX Brewery tour for a day after Father’s Day! You can get tickets here —> click here.
Spend quality time with Dad at home for Father’s Day Brisbane
You don’t have to travel far to have fun on Father’s Day. There are plenty of fun ways to spend time together close to home.
Build something with Dad
If Dad’s a little handy or crafty, get creative in the shed and build something together! Older kids will love the opportunity to hammer nails into wood with Dad’s guidance, while younger kids can help with the design and finishing touches.
Together you can build a billy cart, nesting box, bird table, or small garden bed to grow flowers or vegetables in. You’ll create something useful and build lasting memories too!
Tip: Google has a wealth of simple woodworking projects that can be done in a day, and if you need any materials you can grab a Father’s Day snag while shopping at your local Bunnings!
Take Dad back to his childhood
What did Dad love to do as a kid? Did he have a favourite game to play or place to go, or did Dad love to make things with Lego and Meccano? Let Dad take you back to his childhood by revisiting some of his favourite childhood hobbies.
Ideas include racing the billy cart you made from the idea above, building a den or tree house (and picnicking in there!), playing old-fashioned games like hide and seek, red rover or marbles, or letting Dad teach you the finer arts of his favourite sport at school. Maybe have a dig around in the attic for that old Scalextric set or model railway he used to love and put it all together again!
Set the scene with a silver screen
Throw down some beanbags, pop some corn, and host a Father’s Day movie marathon at home! This is a great way to cosy in together if the weather is a little less than pleasant on Father’s Day, and with so many movies available to download you’re sure to find something Dad will love.
If you’d rather go out, treat Dad to a luxury viewing of his favourite movie genre with Gold Class or Deluxe tickets at your local cinema. These premium viewing movie sessions offer a more intimate experience with most cinemas having armchair seating (some with recliners!), a bar, and table service for hot and cold foods. Of course there’s nothing to stop Dad enjoying popcorn and choc-tops too – it’s his special day after all!
Check out the website of your favourite local cinema and see what they’re offering this Father’s Day, but don’t forget to buy those tickets in advance!
Father’s Day Brisbane ideas for the animal-loving dad
If Dad has a soft spot for all creatures great and small, Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to visit a zoo or wildlife park, or to go (quietly) in search of animals in their natural habitat.
Animal encounter experience
Many of the zoos and wildlife parks around Brisbane offer animal encounter experiences, where Dad can get up close to his favourite animal.
Australia Zoo offers 23 different encounter experiences with animals ranging from meerkats and giant tortoises, indigenous wildlife and birds of prey, to the big cats, rhinoceros and giraffes. If the budget doesn’t stretch to an encounter you can meet many animals out of their enclosures and pose for a photograph as they tour the zoo with the roving rangers. Click here to find out how to get cheap – and even free – entry into Australia Zoo.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a little gem of a place on the Gold Coast and offers daily hands-on encounters with Australian natives, including koalas, echidnas, wombats, possums and dingos. Click here for discounted entry!
Go whale watching
Father’s Day is the perfect time to go whale watching as these majestic creatures of the sea journey past our shores with their playful calves on their way back to colder waters.
We’ve tried and tested the Spirit of the Gold Coast, Brisbane Whale Watching, Whales in Paradise and Tangalooma whale watching tours, departing from the Gold Coast or Brisbane, which provide a great opportunity to get really close to the whale breaching and tail fluking action. The crew know the best places to go for a chance of seeing the whales, and the curious creatures will often come quite close to check you out!
If you’re north of the city, see our list of Whale Watching providers on the Sunshine Coast here.
For those who get seasick, we’ve also picked out the best spots to go land-based whale watching for free! There are lots of places along our beautiful coastline where you can see whales from the shore, and September is the perfect time to see them. See here for land-based whale-watching spots north of the city, and here for land-based whale-watching on the Gold Coast. There are more land-based whale-watching spots here.
Father’s Day ideas for adventurous dads
If your Dad is a thrill seeker, here are our top suggestions to get his adrenalin pumping this Father’s Day.
Action and adventure activities dads will love
Websites like Experience Oz offer a huge range of thrilling experiences, including helicopter flights, rally driving and sky diving, all across Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. Has Dad given any hints?
Test his nerves and be ready with the camera to catch his screams! Some of the experiences can be a little expensive, so look for special offers on sites like Cudo and Living Social before booking.
Thrills and spills the whole family can participate in
While it’s great to see Dad enjoying himself, standing on the sidelines isn’t ideal for everyone. Luckily there’s plenty of excitement to be had that the whole family can participate in.
Theme parks are usually pretty quiet on Father’s Day as a lot of people spend time at family gatherings, so you can cram more excitement into your day and less time queuing. Our local theme parks all have rides suitable for all ages, and you can purchase souvenir snaps of some of the more thrilling moments. Some theme parks also offer behind the scenes experiences too – like animal encounters at Dreamworld and Sea World, and Stunt Driver experience at Movie World – so take a look on their websites to see what’s on offer.
Go-karting is another fast-paced family activity, (see Slideways, Kingston Park Raceway, or Go Karting Brisbane for venues) or why not see how Mum feels about joining in with a spot of Paintball? Paintball has a legal minimum age of 15 for participants in Queensland, but you’ll find some venues offer the less painful laser tag option instead.
For a thrilling activity, why not book a jet boat ride? Head out to the open water and enjoy some of these jet boat rides.
More Father’s Day inspiration
Hopefully, you’ve found some great ideas here to suit your Dad, but just in case you’re in need of a little extra inspiration, our tourist’s guide to Brisbane is jam-packed full of places to go and things to do, so why not be a tourist in your own home town. You never know what you’ll discover.
Happy Father’s Day!
There’s this unique and free event on in Burleigh too.