PICNIC LOCATIONS & PERMITS
Beautiful spots across the Gold Coast.
Whether you are celebrating a birthday, proposal, baby shower or simply gathering with loved ones, we will help you find the perfect setting for your occasion.
STEP 1
Important information
Public parks & council fees
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 12 business days notice
· Council fees are separate from our picnic pricing
· Most parks incur a $42 council fee (standard)
· Premium parks incur a $139 council fee
Want to avoid council fees?
Choose DIY Picnic Hire or a Private Residence set-up.
Once your booking is received, we will review your chosen location and get in touch with any applicable council permit fees and travel charges before proceeding.
STEP 2
Choose your style
Every location has its own feeling. Here are the spots we love most, grouped by 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.
LAKESIDE SETTINGS
Peaceful spots 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.
GARDENS & GREEN SPACES
Room for the whole crew
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.
PRIVATE RESIDENCES
No council fees, more freedom
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 a full Pop-Up set-up and pack down.
PLEASE NOTE
Locations not available for commercial picnic set-ups
Due to City of Gold Coast regulations, 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.