Step 1: Important Information

Travel (Pop-Up Picnics)

✔ Complimentary travel within 20km of Southport

✔ Small travel fee of $20 applies between 20km–30km

✔ Locations beyond our service area are best suited for DIY Picnic Hire

Public Parks & Council Fees (Pop-Up Picnics)

Pop-Up Picnics in public parks require council permits and park bookings. As a council-approved business, we handle the application process for you.

• Applications require at least 7 days notice

• Council fees are separate from our picnic pricing

• Most parks incur a $40 council fee (standard)

• Premium parks incur fees up to $129.50

Want to avoid council fees?

Choose DIY Picnic Hire or a Private Residence Set-Up.

*Once your booking is received, we'll review your chosen location and get in touch with any applicable council permit fees and travel charges before proceeding.

Step 2: Choose Your Style

Coastal Views

Perfect for date picnics and sunset celebrations. Recommended for couples, small and medium groups.

🏷️ Standard Council Fee Locations

• Budds Beach, Surfers Paradise;
• Len Fox Park, Labrador;
• Mcilwain Family Park, Mermaid Waters;
• Billy's Beach, Tallebudgera;
• Queen Elizabeth Park, Coolangatta;

🏷️ Premium Council Fee Locations

• Burleigh Hill, Burleigh Heads;
• Ed Hardy Park, Miami;
• Len Wort Park, Currumbin;
• Kropp Park, Currumbin;
• Apex Park, Coolangatta;
• Pat Fagan Park, Coolangatta;
• Point Danger, Coolangatta.

*DIY Picnic Hire & Private Residences: No council fee applies.
**Check for Travel Fee.

Gardens & Green Spaces

Ideal for baby showers, bridal showers, family celebrations and larger group gatherings.

🏷️ Standard Council Fee Locations

• Cascade Gardens, Broadbeach;
• HOTA Parklands, Bundall;
• Macintosh Island Park, Surfers Paradise;
• Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach;
• Paradise Point Parklands, Paradise Point;
• Palm Beach Parklands, Palm Beach;
• Laguna Park, Palm Beach;
• Tallebudgera Creek Bend Reserves, Tallebudgera Valley.

*DIY Picnic Hire & Private Residences: No council fee applies.
**Check for Travel Fee.

Lakeside Settings

Peaceful locations surrounded by nature, perfect for intimate celebrations and relaxed afternoons.

🏷️ Standard Council Fee Locations

• Lake Lomandra (Robina);
• Lake Orr (Varsity Lakes);
• Albert Waterways Park (Broadbeach).

*DIY Picnic Hire & Private Residences: No council fee applies.
**Check for Travel Fee.

Private Residences

One of the most popular options for Amorè celebrations.

✔ No council fees

✔ No permit applications

✔ More flexibility with timing and styling

Available as DIY Picnic Hire or Full Pop-Up Set-Up & Pack Down.

Message us here if you need help to choose the best location for you! :)

Locations Not Available for Commercial Picnic Setups

Due to City of Gold Coast regulations, unfortunately commercial picnic operations are not permitted at:

• Gold Coast Beaches
• Broadwater Parklands, Southport
• Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens, Benowa
• Don Macsween Park, Miami
• Murlong Park, Palm Beach
• Tallebudgera Creek Park, Palm Beach
• Doug Jennings Park, Main Beach

*DIY Picnic Hire remains available.