Father's Day 2024 is just around the corner, so we've put together our top picks for unique gifts for Dad in Sydney. Our experience gifts will not only allow Dad to learn a new skill and craft his own present, but they'll also give you both the opportunity to make meaningful memories with one another. 2024 is certainly the year to focus on spending quality time together.
Thankfully, there are plenty of fun and creative Father’s Day activities in Sydney that might just help Dad kickstart a new hobby. With a wide range of gift experiences for Dad, it's never been easier to say "Happy Father's Day" in a meaningful way. Our Sydney workshops cater to small groups and private events, making them perfect for small family celebrations, while our online classes are available Australia-wide, making them a wonderful option for big groups looking to connect from the comfort of their own homes. Forget socks and jocks and read on to discover our Father's Day gift ideas that are sure to make Dad smile!
Father’s Day craft ideas to get Dad out of the house
If you're eager to help your dad get out and about for Father's Day in 2024, we have plenty of Sydney classes to explore your local neighbourhood. Whether Dad's riding solo, looking for some father-son time, or you've got the whole family tagging along, there are plenty of things to do in Sydney to make him feel special on his big day. BBQ School runs some of the best cooking classes in Sydney and have the best Father’s Day gift ideas for a dad who loves his barbie. Held at their cooking school at Willoughby or out in the great outdoors of Centennial Park, you can choose from a variety of BBQ cooking styles, techniques and flavours. Their American BBQ and smoking class is one of our most popular Sydney workshops, and one of the best gifts for dad, particularly if he loves BBQ meat. Not only will there be a few complimentary beers, but your dad will also learn how to make a three-course American BBQ feast that he’ll get to enjoy at the end of the class. No to mention, being out in Centennial Park, he’ll get to break out the BBQ grill while enjoying the sunny weather in Sydney.
Dad already a master meat-smoker? Get him cooking up a real fiesta with BBQ School’s South American BBQ class! As you and Dad arrive, you'll start off with some complimentary beer and nibbles to get you grooving. Then, you both will discover how to make a range of fish, meat and salad dishes that are all authentically South American, making this one of the tastiest Father’s Day gift ideas in Sydney.
If Dad's not much of a foodie, why not spoil him with a photography course? Get outside into that beautiful sun together and learn to take incredible photos like a pro. Whether he's the ultimate urbanite or loves exploring nature, there are plenty of photography classes in Sydney he's sure to love. Walk the streets of the city and study the stunning architectural features of the CBD, or alternatively, leave the hustle and bustle for the stunning Sydney coastline. Whichever workshop you choose, Dad is guaranteed to walk away with newfound skills and confidence to create perfect pictures with a click of a button.
For the DIY Dads, head to a blacksmithing class on Sydney's Northern Beaches and let him hand forge his own knife. Run by the experts at Nordic Edge, Dad will learn the basics of blacksmithing and finish up an insightful full day class with a practical knife to use at home. If you're looking for the best presents for Dad in Sydney, ignite his curiosity with a glassblowing workshop in Marrickville. Guided by glass artist Mark Elliot, Dad can dabble in this traditional craft and make striking paperweights or abstract sculptures with melted glass.
Experience gifts for dad at home
Whether you're looking to surprise Dad remotely or wanting last-minute gifts he'll love, discover our curated selection of Father's Day craft ideas to help bring you and Dad closer together, even from far away. We have plenty of gift experiences for Dad in Sydney that can be enjoyed right from the comfort of your own home. Spice things up with a cocktail making class, relax and unwind with a Kintsugi class or splash the night away with a paint and sip class—the possibilities are endless!
It’s no secret that some of our most popular workshops in Sydney are our cocktail making classes. Mixology combines creativity with a party, and a little bit of booze never hurt to loosen up the social atmosphere and get everyone enjoying themselves. When it comes to Father’s Day ideas at home, the fine folks at Tippled have put together an incredible cocktail making kit that will get your dad shaking, stirring and sipping on his special day. Not to mention, this virtual class is perfect for four people, where they can learn to make and enjoy delicious, classic cocktails in a safe and creative space. This is one of the best Father’s Day gift ideas for the whole family to enjoy, provided everyone is over eighteen. Using native Australian-infused flavours, your Tippled cocktail experience is devilishly unique to your standard cocktail fair. This Sydney workshop does require you to pick up your cocktail kit due to the fragile nature of the boxes contents (most are delivered), but once you’ve grabbed it, this is one of the most original gifts for dad in Sydney that also double as a celebration. Half gift, half party? That’s a real winner.
If you’re chasing gift experiences for dad that are a little more on the relaxed side, we’ve got you covered for that, too. Finding mindful Father’s Day presents are super important, and thankfully we have a variety of Sydney workshops that can help your dad relax and unwind from home. Kintsugi may not be one of the most traditional Father’s Day gifts, but it is one that might just fit the bill. Discover this beautiful Japanese ceramic art, where you will learn how to repair broken pottery using gold lacquer. It’s one of the best gifts for Dad in Australia that allow your dad to spend some well-deserved 'me-time,' while also making unique ceramic pieces to cherish forever. If you're interested in learning more, join a virtual Kintsugi class at Art Kintsugi Sydney, perfect for a date night idea that your dad and Mum can sink their teeth into.
From cocktail making to BBQ cooking, come and explore our unique Father’s Day gift ideas in Australia that’ll help you make meaningful memories together. With both in-person and virtual classes, making Dad feel special this Father's Day is simply a breeze with our experience gifts for Dad!