Australia Day 2021: What’s on, open this public holiday on the Gold Coast
Whether you’re hosting a small barbecue or celebrating the day off, find out what’s open this Australia Day public holiday on the Gold Coast. READ THE FULL LIST
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WHEN
Australia Day will be held on Tuesday 26th January 2021.
SHOPPING
Most Coles, Woolworths and Aldi stores will be open with their normal trading hours on Tuesday excluding some stores. Make sure to check your local before heading out.
Pacific Fair: General shops 10am - 5pm (Dining & Cinemas 10am – Late)
Robina Town Centre: 10am - 4pm
Australia Fair: 10:30am – 4pm
Chevron Renaissance: 7am – 9pm
Westfield Helensvale: 10am – 4pm
Stockland Burleigh Heads: 10am – 4pm
Oasis: 10.30am – 4pm (Woolworths 7am – 9pm)
Chevron Renaissance: 7am - 9pm
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Services will run on a Sunday/public holiday timetable.
WEATHER
According to the Bureau of Meteorology Gold Coast will be mostly sunny with a slight chance of showers.
Min 20
Max 29
WHAT TO DO ON THE GOLD COAST
AUSTRALIA Day on the Gold Coast might not look this same this year due to the coronavirus but there’s still plenty of events planned to help celebrate the day.
From thong throwing and Aussie-inspired cocktails, to free gelato and a reptile show, there’s plenty of events to choose from.
Fat Freddy’s Beach Bar and Diner
Feast on fresh prawns and wash it down with an icy cold Aussie beer at Freddy’s. You could also try your hand at trivia with your mates from 7pm.Where: 50 Surf Parade, Broadbeach.
When: From noon until late.
Cost: Free.
Live music and free gelato
Grab yourself a free gelato and hear Wes Taylor play live on The Village Green or tap you roes to the tunes of Mark Divola on The Docks.Where: Marine Village Sanctuary Cove, Masthead Way.
When: From 10am.
Cost: Free.
Kath and Kim party
Grab your favourite hornbag and dress in your best 90s-style attire as Nightcap Nobbys throws an iconic Kath and Kim-inspired party.
When: From 6pm.
Where: 2245 Gold Coast Highway, Nobby Beach.
Cost: Free.
Australia Day pool party
Cool off while listening to tunes played by an on-site DJ, laze on giant inflatables and enjoy a sausage sizzle at the Aquatic Centre’s Australia Day pool party.
When: 11am – 2pm.
Where: Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, Marine Parade, Southport.
Cost: From $3.
Free reptile show and entertainment
The kids will go wild for the free reptile show or disco with LOL Crew at the Southport Sharks. The grown ups can enjoy live music and Aussie tucker from Frenzy’s.
When: From 4pm.
Where: Corner Olsen and Musgrave avenues, Southport.
Cost: Free.
Thong throwing and sausage toss
Celebrate this Australia Day by signing up for the quintessential Aussie sport of thong throwing or the sausage toss at the Diggers and Sports Club. Barbecue and beer packages available, plus giveaways.
When: From 1pm.
Where: 9 Beach Rd, Surfers Paradise.
Cost: $25.
Aussie-themed cocktails, food
Make the nation proud buy sipping on Australian-themed cocktails and chow down on dishes inspired by the land down under at The Broadbeach. Bookings recommended, phone 07 5538 4111.
When: From noon.
Where: Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach.
Cost: Free.
Australia Day BBQ, Bowls & Beats
Get some mates together for a game of lawns bowls from 10am with teams of four, followed by lots of fun including a barbecue, thong throwing and live entertainment.
When: From 9.30am
Where: Paradise Point Bowls Club
Cost: $12 a player, $10 for BBQ
Krush! Australia Day
Advancetown Hotel are hosting a day full of family friendly games and events, along with music filled with all your Aussie favourites. The hotel will be providing plenty of food and beverages at its new set up with plenty of sun and rain cover.
When: From midday
Where: Advancetown Hotel, 402 Nerang Murwillumbah Rd, Advancetown
Cost: Free
Irish style Australia Day
Join Waxy’s Irish Pub celebrate Australia Day with a “Straya” themed best dressed competition, live music and plenty of fun and games. Snags will be on the barbie inbetween the lunch and dinner trading hours that include a special ‘Aussie Day’ menu with a $12 Aussie Burger special.
When: From 10am
Where: Waxy’s Irish Pub, 3206 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise
Cost: Free
Free Live Music at the Cooly
For those further south, enjoy live music and some Aussie themed cocktail specials at the Coolangatta Hotel. Bookings are recommended, contact 5589 6888.
When: From 3.30pm
Where: Coolangatta Hotel, Marine Parade, Coolangatta
Cost: Free
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