Spring is around the corner, which can only mean one thing: Father’s Day is approaching, fast. And while many of us would go to the ends of the earth and back for our dads, planning the perfect Father’s Day surprise is a surefire way to stump us.
Racking your brains for the best way to show him how much he means to you? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back.
This year, Perth has a bunch of unusual, fun, and heartwarming ways to make the old man's day extra special—from good ol' fashioned lunches he'll love to adrenaline-pumping adventures that'll make it a memorable one.
Here are the best things to do this Father's Day in Perth.
Get The Adrenaline Pumping
Got a daredevil dad? Well, we’ve got just the right adrenaline-spiking activity for him.
Optus Stadium’s VERTIGO Rooftop Tour is a must for your sports-loving thrill-seekers. The 90-minute experience will give Dad a unique look at Perth’s iconic stadium when he’s strapped into a harness above the playing field.
Speed demon dads will be all over this V8 Race Car Drive. After a safety run-through and orientation lap with a pro, he’ll choose his car (sedan or ute) before strapping in for three speed laps around Barbagallo Raceway.
Otherwise, you could always take him for a snorkel with sharks, stingrays, turtles and hundreds of stunning fish. Don’t worry, it’s all pretty safe inside AQWA’s three million-litre shipwreck coast aquarium.
Go For The Always Faithful Father’s Day Feast
This one is for the dads who are always hangry—whose idea of heaven is a pint of beer in one hand and a belly full of good grub under the other. Perth’s restaurants are amping up their game this Father's Day with special menus and one-off lunches to cater for foodie fathers.
The Classic Sunday Roast
You can’t go wrong with a classic roast with the old man and in our opinion The Galway Hooker does one of the best in Perth for just $28. They’ll even throw in a free pint for dad and enter him into the draw for a Jameson Hamper—not bad. Plus, there’s live music on all arvo if you’re keen to stick around for a few.
The Globe is also bringing their Giant Yorkie Pudding Roast back again this Father’s Day, featuring a beef roast with veggies and gravy inside a giant Yorkshire Pudding for $29pp. It’s bound to put a smile on his dile.
For a fancier roast dinner, seaside gem Bib & Tucker is putting on a succulent porchetta and wood-fired roast chicken dinner with heaps of sides, starters and dessert for $75pp, with the usual kids menu available for any fussy eaters.
The good old Vic Park Hotel has a whole roast dinner platter for four to share, alongside live entertainment and giveaways on the day. Plus, you know there’s the whole playground and plenty of TVs airing the footy too.
Otherwise, suss out more roast offerings at The Raffles, Good Company, The Elford, Durty Nelly’s, Cobblers Tavern
A Cracking Meal Deal
There are plenty of other Perth pubs and eateries putting on epic eats, free pints and other treats for dad. Here’s a few that caught our eye:
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The Reveley has a special chef’s cuts steak menu and a free Schooner of XPA on arrival for Dad.
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The Claremont Hotel is bringing back its ultimate steak sanga and slinging fresh cuts with an on-site barber for one day only. Plus, there’s a DIY cap station from 1pm to 2pm so kids can craft a personalised gift for daddio.
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The Camfield is a no-brainer for lively lunch, especially considering they’re pouring free schooners for Dad on arrival, with entertainment for the whole fam on all day long too.
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Scarborough Beach Bar has a special father’s day edition of their great value bottomless featuring ribs, brisket and more with a 2-hour session of free-flowing drinks for $69pp.
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The Generous Squire’s Feed the Fam Tray will keep everyone happy, with mini cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, mac n cheese bites, pork belly bites and chips for just $25 per person.
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The Guildford Hotel is firing up some killer pitmaster specials in the newly renovated hall, plus they’ve got a new playground for the kiddos.
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The Quarter Acre has a bunch of dad-friendly specials lined up, plus live music and kids entertainment from 12pm to 3pm.
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The Peach Pit is dishing up a ‘Dad Bod’ burger for Father’s Day. Just picture a fluffy burger bun filled with a smashed beef patty, cheese, fried chicken, shaved ham, cheesy parsley velouté, garlic butter and the ultimate secret sauce. Deadly.
Otherwise, take a gander through Perth's best restaurants and book something right up your dad's alley.
Catch Some Side-Splitting Comedy
If your old man can’t go past a dad joke, we say give him the night off and let some of Perth’s best comedians tickle your fancy (and your ribs). The Comedy Lounge hosts the creme de la creme of Australian comedy talent and big-name international performers under one state-of-the-art roof, so snap up tickets for a Saturday night show with the old man.
Although if he does prefer to crack the jokes, The Civic is hosting a dad joke comp for Father's Day. They've also got a meat raffle, live sports and a free drink for dad on arrival, so best tell dad to starting putting his stand-up set together.
Tee Up A Golf Session
In support of those who never quite got the concept of a hole-in-one, we present to you a simplified rendition of the classic dad sport: mini golf. Depending on you and your dad’s vibe, Perth has a couple of top spots, each with its unique charm.
First up, Holey Moley takes you on a colourful adventure through pop culture icons, neon lights, and larger-than-life obstacles. Putt putt your way around the immersive courses while sipping on your favourite cocktails from The Caddyshack bar.
For something that actually resembles the great game, head to Wembley Mini Golf. It’s pretty much a smaller version of a regular 18-hole golf course with perfectly manicured greens, mini sand bunkers, water hazards, the works. Plus, they've got a great driving range too where dad can have a good old whack.
Otherwise, try any of these the top mini golf spots in Perth.
Shout Dad A Cold One
We can put our necks out to treat our father figures this Father's Day but, at the end of the day, all that matters is spending some quality time with them. Of course, doing so with a beer in hand doesn't hurt. Sounds like your cup of tea (or should we say your pint of beer?)
Our top pick if you wanna impress the old man is probably Gage Roads in Fremantle. The huge brewpub is right on the water, so you can grab a fresh pint and take a seat outside to watch the container ships come in.
Beer Corner is hard to beat for its exceptional range of craft brews and ales. And if you take advantage of their Crafternoons from 12pm, you can shout dad to WA home-made brews from as little as $7.50 per pour.
Or, for something you can make a whole day out of, head to Bailey Brewing in the Swan Valley. The beaut brewery has craft beer, eats and a cracking family-friendly atmosphere nailed. Afterwards, you can always try to convince mum to drive you to a couple of other spots before getting dad home for his afternoon snooze.
For more ideas, check out Perth’s best pubs or breweries.
Now, scope out the best Father's Day gifts.
Image credit: The Ozone at Optus Stadium
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