Father’s Day Events & Things to do in Wollongong, Shellharbour & Illawarra wide

A guide to Father’s Day events and ideas of what to do in the Illawarra & Wollongong, Sunday 6 September, 2026. We’ve rounded up the best, local Father’s Day events to spoil the Dad, Grandad, Uncle, Step Dad or father figure in your life. Whether it’s lunch with a view, a special breakfast or dinner, make it a Father’s Day to remember!

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The Grange

Gather the family for a special Father’s Day at The Grange Golf Club, featuring gourmet canapés, a premium smoked, grilled & slow-roasted feast, indulgent desserts and complimentary Five Barrels Brewing beer tastings. Add live acoustic music, lawn games, kids’ activities and a professional family photographer, and you’ve got a relaxed afternoon designed for the whole family to celebrate Dad together. Bookings essential – secure your spot now!

Skydive Australia – Go Big for Dad with 15% off!

Forget the socks and “World’s Best Dad” mug – this Father’s Day, give Dad something with a little more adrenaline! Skydive Australia is offering 15% off tandem skydives, or grab a gift voucher and let Dad choose when he’s ready to take the leap. Gift vouchers are delivered digitally, valid for 3 years and can be used at a location and date that suits him. Book by 6 September with code DADSJUMP to save 15% – now that’s a Father’s Day present with a story attached!

Spoil Dad with the ultimate gift – a getaway to a Holiday Haven Park in the Shoalhaven & South Coast

Whether he loves the coast, the bush, or a bit of both, it’s the perfect way to say thanks with relaxation, adventure, and quality time. Why not give Dad a break this Father’s Day with a Holiday Haven Gift Voucher!⁠ Give Dad the gift of adventure this Father’s Day with an unforgettable escape to Kangaroo Valley or Swan Lake! Book 7 nights and only pay for 5 at Holiday Haven – the perfect way to slow down, unwind, and explore one of NSW’s most stunning regions. This deal is available year-round for all cabins and sites, making it a thoughtful gift that turns into lasting memories. Book now.

Altitude 1148

Spoil Dad with Lunch & One of the Best Views in the Illawarra! Make Father’s Day extra special at Altitude 1148, perched at the top of Bulli Pass with spectacular views across the Illawarra Escarpment, Wollongong and the ocean. Treat Dad to a memorable meal with a selection of Father’s Day specials while the whole family takes in that incredible outlook. Bookings are essential – call 4267 5443 or book online to secure your table.

The Shellharbour Club

Celebrate Father’s Day at The Shellharbour Club with a day the whole family will enjoy! Treat Dad to a delicious BBQ Buffet Breakfast before settling in for live music, footy, cold beers and quality family time. The kids will love the FREE airbrush tattoos, roving magician and balloon artist, while everyone can snap a fun family photo at the Hats Off to the Dads display. It’s the perfect way to spoil Dad and create special family memories together.

The Imperial at Clifton

Spoil Dad with an Oceanfront Father’s Day Lunch! Gather the family and celebrate Dad with an indulgent shared dining experience at Draper & Co this Father’s Day. Enjoy premium seafood, a welcome drink and your choice of partial or full ocean views from $85pp, available Sunday 6 September, 12pm–4pm. Bookings are essential, so secure your table early!

Cleaver & Co Quality Meats – The Ultimate Beef Box, Beer & BBQ Giveaway!

WIN the Ultimate Beef, Beer & BBQ Weekend – Worth $2,300+ for Dad this Father’s Day with thanks to Cleaver & Co Quality Meats! BBQ lovers, this one’s for you! Buy a meat box from Cleaver & Co Meats during August and you’ll go in the draw to WIN the ultimate Kangaroo Valley Fire & Feast Weekend, including festival tickets, a Pig & Pilgrim Campfire BBQ, local craft beer, two nights’ accommodation in Kangaroo Valley + a Rosewood Farm experience. Prize valued at over $2,300 – winner drawn 6 September! Be in it to win it now here!

The Illawarra Fly

Take Dad on a Treetop Adventure This Father’s Day! Looking for something different to do with Dad this Father’s Day? Escape to the Southern Highlands for an unforgettable day at Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures. Walk 50 metres above the rainforest floor, climb Knights Tower for spectacular views or add some adrenaline with a Zipline Tour. With fresh air, incredible scenery and adventures for all ages, it’s a great way to get outdoors and spend quality time together this Father’s Day. Book your Dad’s Day adventure here now

Lake Illawarra Hotel

Treat Dad to something special this Father’s Day at Lake Illawarra Hotel! Pre-order the impressive 1kg Tomahawk, or tuck into the Braised Beef Short Ribs, available from the bistro on Father’s Day only. Gather the family, skip the cooking and celebrate Dad over a feast he’ll love. Bookings and Tomahawk pre-orders are available online now.

Woonona Bulli RSL

Father’s Day Lunch, Live Music & Family Fun at Woonona Bulli RSL. Give Dad the day off the BBQ this Father’s Day, Sunday 6 September, with a relaxed family lunch at Woonona Bulli RSL. Enjoy FREE live music from The Martini Henrys from 12–3pm, family lawn games and plenty of great food, including a Sea Feast Hot & Cold Seafood Platter for 2 for $99. Lunch bookings start from 11am and tables are limited, so book early!

The Balgownie Hotel

Treat Dad to a well-deserved Father’s Day at The Bally on Sunday 6 September. Gather the family for a delicious lunch or dinner, and when you pre-book your table, Dad’s first beer is on the house! Enjoy hearty pub favourites including steak, burgers and roast specials, all served in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Tables are limited, so book early and let The Bally take care of the celebration.

Warilla Hotel

Spoil Dad this Father’s Day at Warilla Hotel with two seriously delicious specials! Pre-order the impressive 1kg Tomahawk, or tuck into the Wholey Smoke BBQ Family Platter, available from the bistro on Father’s Day only. Gather the family, skip the cooking and celebrate Dad over a feast he’ll love. Bookings and Tomahawk pre-orders are available online now.

Father’s Day Weekend at The Mill, Dapto Leagues Club

Celebrate Dad across Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 September at The Mill at Dapto Leagues Club with a special weekend menu, live acoustic music and a few well-earned treats. Tuck into hearty favourites including the Sticky BBQ Plate, Teriyaki Salmon and Souvlaki Chicken, then raise a glass with a Fireside Gold cocktail or Scotches of the World Tasting Paddle. Book your table online and you’ll also go in the draw to WIN a $100 The Mill voucher!

Dapto Leagues Club – Father’s Day Raffle

Skip the socks and jocks this Father’s Day and give Dad the chance to win something he’ll actually love! Join Dapto Leagues Club on Thursday 3 September for their Father’s Day Raffle, featuring over $4,000 worth of prizes, including premium hampers, gift cards, quality meat trays and fresh fruit trays. Tickets go on sale from 5:30pm, with the raffle drawn from 6:30pm. Round up the family or your mates, grab a drink and be in with a chance to take home a fantastic prize.

The Fraternity Club

Father’s Day Fun & $5,000+ in Prizes at The Fraternity Club! Make a day of it with Dad this Father’s Day at The Fraternity Club! Enjoy lunch and live sport before the Father’s Day Raffle kicks off from 2.30pm, with over $5,000 worth of prizes including tools, electronics, gift cards, fragrances and more. Plus, stick around for the Footy Finals Fever Major Draw, where one lucky member could WIN a VIP Footy Finals Lounge Experience for up to 8 guests, valued at up to $1,000. Learn more here.

Restaurant Santino

Treat Dad to a special Father’s Day feast at Restaurant Santino, featuring roast lamb rack crusted with pistachio and sage, served with roasted Jerusalem artichokes, charred fioretto, peperonata and rich lamb jus. Plus, every Dad receives a complimentary First Light Pale Ale, with options for the kids too. Gather the family and celebrate Festa del Papà around the table – bookings recommended.

Adventure with Dad at Treetops Adventure Nowra – get 15% off!

Swap the socks for ziplines, treetop challenges and an unforgettable family adventure at Treetops Adventure Nowra! Just one hour south of Wollongong, families can take on 80+ aerial challenges and 15 ziplines, with courses ranging from beginner-friendly 1-metre heights to an adrenaline-pumping 35 metres above the ground. Suitable for adventurers aged 3+, there’s something for the whole family. Visit 4–7 September and save 15% with code DAD15 when booking online.

Kneading Ruby

Give Dad the night off the BBQ and gather around the table at Kneading Ruby this Father’s Day. Enjoy Vincotto-glazed lamb ribs with eggplant gratin and seasonal greens, plus every Dad receives a complimentary First Light XPA. Great food, cold beer and Kneading Ruby’s relaxed atmosphere – a pretty perfect way to celebrate Dad. Book your table here now.

Saunaus Wollongong- Father’s Day Deals

Treat Dad to some well-earned downtime this Father’s Day at Saunaus Wollongong, with three special packages available until midnight Sunday 6 September. Choose from the $59 Father’s Day Special with 2 hours of sauna & ice plus a 30-minute massage chair session; the $99 Bulgie Special, which also includes Saunaus branded Bulgie Briefs; or make it one to enjoy together with the $139 Couples Special for two, including sauna, ice, massage chairs + Bulgie Briefs. Physical and digital gift cards are also available – perfect for a last-minute Father’s Day gift! Learn more/purchase here now.

Bar Lina, Wollongong

Gather around the table and spoil Dad with big flavours at Bar Lina this Father’s Day. Share a 600g bone-in Black Onyx Ribeye from Rangers Valley, char-grilled and served with Madeira jus, blistered peppers, hand-cut patatas bravas and Witlof salad. Plus, every Dad gets a complimentary Sagres beer, with the kids covered too. Great food, cold beer, good company – and no dishes for Dad! Secure your table here now.

Rustic Thai Wollongong’s Father’s Day Feast

Gather the family and treat Dad to authentic Thai favourites at Rustic Thai Wollongong this Father’s Day. Share aromatic curries, crispy pork, wok-tossed stir-fries, noodles and plenty more, plus Dad can enjoy a Beer Bucket with 5 beers for just $39 with the purchase of food. Open for lunch and dinner Sunday 6 September – bookings recommended here!

Villa D’oro’s Father’s Day Giveaway – or indulge Dad with a feast!

WIN a $150 Villa D’oro Voucher for Dad! Father’s Day is almost here and Villa D’oro is giving one lucky dad a $150 voucher to enjoy all his favourite dishes, catering or delicious at-home meals! Simply follow Villa D’oro on Facebook and comment/tag on their Father’s Day Giveaway post, or enter in-store. Entries close Thursday 3 September, with the lucky winner announced Friday 4 September. Good luck!

Order your favourite Villa dishes from our at-home menu or treat dad to our special Father’s Day seafood platter – fresh prawns, oysters, smoked salmon & Moreton Bay bugs for the dad who loves his seafood. Orders are now open – simply send them a message on Facebook or Instagram or text 0490 111 216 & get your Father’s Day food sorted today!

The Illawarra Woodwork School – Workshop Gift Vouchers

Skip the usual Father’s Day gifts and give Dad a hands-on woodworking experience at The Illawarra Woodwork School in Term 3. Choose from creative workshops including Carving Small Things with Jono or Bowl Carving with Stuart Montague, where Dad can slow down, learn traditional hand-carving skills and create something of his own to take home – both great gift ideas for dads who love making, learning or simply trying something different. Contact Stuart or Suzanne Montague online here for all Father’s Day Gift Voucher enquiries for workshops.

Tabatinga Dapto

Make this Father’s Day one to remember at Tabatinga Dapto! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day where every Dad receives a FREE regular coffee, two FREE arcade tokens, and a handmade gift lovingly created by the kids at the Craft Station. It’s the perfect excuse to enjoy quality family time, friendly arcade competition and plenty of laughs together. No bookings are required—just walk in and join the fun! Offers are available with every paid Tabatinga entry. One redemption per father or supervising adult, subject to availability. Members only promotion.

North Nowra Tavern

Bring the whole family together this Father’s Day and treat Dad to a delicious buffet breakfast at North Nowra Tavern. Want to really spoil him? Pre-order the impressive 1kg Tomahawk bistro special for the ultimate Father’s Day feast. Breakfast bookings and Tomahawk pre-orders are available online now.

Dad’s Day at the Illawarra Light Railway Museum – Sunday 13 September

All Aboard for a Special Father’s Day Steam Train Adventure! Treat Dad or Grandad to a trip back in time at their special Dad’s Day event, Sunday 13 September, 10am–2pm at the Illawarra Light Railway Museum in Albion Park. Bring the whole family along for steam train and miniature train rides, explore the loco shed and discover the fascinating stories of historic industrial railways. With train rides, playgrounds, food and plenty to explore, it’s a fun and memorable Father’s Day outing for train-loving dads, grandads and kids alike! Learn more here.

Centro CBD, Wollongong

Celebrate Dad over a special three-course Father’s Day lunch at Centro CBD on Sunday 6 September. Enjoy a set menu of premium entrées, mains and desserts, specially crafted by the chefs for the occasion. $85 per adult and $27.50 for kids under 12 – gather the family and make Father’s Day lunch one to remember. Secure your table here now.

Warilla Sporties

Treat Dad to a relaxed Father’s Day at Warilla Sporties with delicious food specials, their popular $22 Sunday Roast plus a FREE schooner of beer, house wine or soft drink, and a big Father’s Day Meat Raffle with specialty gifts up for grabs. Raffle tickets are available all day, with the draw from 7pm. Gather the family and make a day of it – bookings are recommended!

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