Father's Day Plans & Gifts

For the Dads who see something on TV and say, “I could do that”. Experience movement like never before as street dance, BMX, parkour, and skating are choreographed into a stunning modern performance with an electric live soundtrack. Elements of Freestyle is about those redeeming seconds that make a complicated trick ultimately succeed.

For the foodie Dads! Theatre-maker and singer-songwriter Joshua Hinton fills the theatre with music, memories, and exotic smells as he attempts to make his grandmother’s chicken curry, live on stage in this sweeping family epic. And yes, your Dad can try the curry at the end!

We asked the Dads in our office which shows they're most excited about, and Baleen Moondjan kept coming up! Set amongst giant whale bones floating on the Brisbane River, Stephen Page's critically acclaimed commission features dramatic storytelling, striking choreography, and haunting live music.

Does your Dad love music? Tivoli in the Round flips the script on the classic gig. For a limited time only, Brisbane’s most iconic venue is turned inside out, with a 360° stage that puts you and Dad at the heart of the music.  Acts include: Phantastic Ferniture, Odd Mob, Franck and Special Guests, C.W. Stoneking, and more!

For the Dads who love theatre! From the brilliant mind of Francis Greenslade (Mad As Hell, Winners & Losers), this sharp, surprising new play features over 15 genres, from Shakespeare to standup. The Platypus stars John Leary (The Good Place) and Rebecca Bower (Wentworth).

Go to a concert with Dad! This concert series under the stars will take place over seven nights. With acts including: ICEHOUSE, Lime Cordiale, Xavier Rudd (performing on Father’s Day!), GRINSPOON, Cut Copy, Amy Shark, James Johnston, and more!

Treat Dad to a cultural feast as international artisans and local performers showcase traditional music, dance, and theatre in an atmosphere buzzing with Italian energy and passion. This vibrant celebration brings the magic of Italy to our doorstep with a medley of authentic Italian experiences on Father’s Day.

Another great option for Father's Day, Pasifika Made transforms the Brisbane Powerhouse into a living arts and cultural village with headline performances, cultural ceremony, live demonstrations, workshops, and a thriving village marketplace.

A masala of music and dance from across the globe, this crowd-favourite event will showcase an extraordinary line-up of Australia’s finest First Nations and globally influenced artists. Foodies will be spoilt for choice with an array of global culinary delights, offering a delicious journey through flavours from around the world.

For the active Dads, get out and about this Father's Day and explore the public art popping up on the bridges over the river! The city becomes a stage as Craig & Karl transform Brisbane’s walking bridges with major immersive art installations across the Neville Bonner Bridge, the Goodwill Bridge, and the new Kangaroo Point Bridge.