Our ultimate spring bucket list
The sun’s up earlier, the birds are chirping and the berries are seriously discounted at the supermarket – it can all only mean one thing… spring has sprung. Since we hate getting to the end of a season and feeling like we didn’t *quite* make the most of it, we’ve come up with a spring bucket list. 46 things to do this spring, if you will.
- We know, we know – florals for spring aren’t exactly groundbreaking, but they’re cliché for a reason. Check out where to see flowers on the Gold Coast.
- Take it easy with a Sunday morning brunch at one of these cafes.
- Ride your bike (or hire one) and cruise along the Gold Coast Oceanway.
- Spring offers ample opportunity to eat outside, so fire up the barbie at one of these BBQ spots on the Gold Coast.
- The perfect way to end a spring day? Enjoying a sundowner by the beach at Kurrawa Beach Club.
- Or, head to the hill at Burleigh for a sunset picnic with your nearest and dearest.
- In fact, why not make a day of it? Indulge in a long lunch at one of these waterside restaurants.
- Explore everything that our corner of the world has to offer and head off on a road trip – these are our favourite destinations.
- Enjoy organic local produce at a farmer’s market – we’ve listed every farmer’s market on the Gold Coast right here.
- A new season means new clothes, and places like Miami Marketta and The Village Markets are the perfect places to expand your wardrobe with secondhand.
- When the sun goes down, catch an outdoor movie with the Gold Coast’s free Movies Under the Stars program in the Broadwater Parklands.
- Or go old school with a visit to the Yatala Drive In.
- While you’re there, why not explore the area? Historic sites like Mayes Cottage and the Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum are particularly lovely in spring.
- Make the most of the warmer weather to learn to surf. Our friends at Currumbin Alley Surf School are the best teachers.
- Visit the Currumbin Rock Pools for a refreshing dip or a try on the rope swing…
- Then, grab a sweet treat at Pasture and Co in Ground Currumbin.
- Try SUP yoga at Tallebudgera Creek…
- Or kayaking with Seaway Kayaking Tours.
- Learn about our Aboriginal history and the changing seasons with a visit to Jellurgal Cultural Centre.
- Sunny days are best spent strolling around Sanctuary Cove, the ultimate waterfront destination for wining, dining and shopping.
- Why not get out on the water? Hire your own GoBoat for a fun, sunny day out with your mates.
- And speaking of fun on the water, join the experts at the Gold Coast Dive Centre as they snorkel the coastline. If you think the spring flowers are beautiful, wait until you see life under the water.
- Spring means fun, fresh produce, and you can taste it all on a safari tour through Tropical Fruit World.
- Hungry for more? Head to Freeman’s Organic Farm to tour a working fruit farm (and taste its produce).
- Set a reading goal to complete before summer starts (and yep, finishing the book you’ve been reading for the past year totally counts).
- Read on the beach, in the park, on the bus, on your balcony, in your bed – anywhere you can.
- Stroll through HOTA’s Sculpture Walk to enjoy the great outdoors and some great art…
- Or catch an exhibition or workshop at the Dust Temple.
- Head to the hinterland for a bushwalk or hike – these are some of our favourites.
- In particular, go up to Tamborine Mountain and check out the Botanic Gardens up there. It’s lovely at this time of year.
- Celebrate the return of the warm weather with a dip… or perhaps a waterslide? With Wet’n’Wild, White Water World and even Sea World, the Gold Coast is home to some of Australia’s best water parks.
- Not much of an adrenaline junkie? Keep it a little more key – but still very fun – at the inflatable GC Aqua Park on the Broadwater.
- These are the last few weeks of whale migration season, so get out on the water with a whale watching tour.
- If you’ve missed the boat (ha) and whale season is over, there’s always Tangalooma where you can hand-feed wild dolphins.
- Speaking of local islands, why not shake off the winter blues with an island escape? These are three of our favourites.
- Learn how to throw pots (as in make them, not destroy them) from the experts at Pot Studios.
- Or make fun creations like beaded necklaces and woven baskets at the Gold Coast’s craft Mecca, the Craft Parlour.
- Try a paint and sip with Pinot and Picasso, especially one of their floral artworks (‘cuz spring).
- Make the most of the longer days and enjoy some mid-week fun at these local venues.
- Take part in a Parkrun (especially before it gets too hot) – there are plenty to choose from on the Gold Coast.
- Check out the heritage-listed David Fleay Wildlife Park, one of the most underrated places to see Aussie wildlife on the Gold Coast.
- Switch your beachside stroll for a walk through the Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area or one of the lush parks and gardens around town.
- Enjoy a warm weather wine tasting at one of these other nearby wineries.
- Go to a brewery – we’re spoilt for choice here on the Goldy.
- Book in a weekend glamping getaway at one of these local spots…
- Or rough it with your dog in tow at one of these places to camp with your furry friend.