Fill your September calendar at The Star Gold Coast.
Fill your September calendar at The Star Gold Coast.
Ahh September. You bring us great things, including spring (which means summer is a’comin and note to self; must up the Pilates ante stat), footy finals, Father’s Day, and more supercharged entertainment at our one-stop-shop for quality food, drink and entertainment; The Star Gold Coast.
Father’s Day
Father’s Day is upon us! Like, this Sunday (Sunday 4th September), and if you’re that kid who’s left booking a celebratory meal to the last minute, crisis averted – The Star will swoop in and save the (Father’s) day! There’s a variety of special offers across several drool-worthy restaurants, including Nineteen at The Star for the fancy dad, Cucina Vivo for the Italian carbo-loading dad, Garden & Kitchen Bar for the modern Australian food fan dad and Kiyomi for Japanese enthusiast dads.
Or, if you can’t pick because dad fits into ALL of those categories, a Star gift card will do the trick. And bonus – they’re even redeemable across The Star Sydney and Treasury Brisbane’s collection of award-winning hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes as well as select premium retail partners! You; 1. Siblings: 0.
Footy Fever
Paging all footy heads! Whatever your code, The Star is where it’s at this September for your finals action, complete with mega screens, thrilling entertainment, prize giveaways, meal specials and atmosphere a-plenty!
Now Sports Bar booth bookings have sold out already for both the AFL final (Saturday 24th September) and NRL final (Sunday 1st October….and yes this is technically one day into the following month, but what’s 24 hours between friends). But fear not, because there are still tables available on a walk-in basis.
Or you can still view the games from your very own picnic table on The Lawn at Garden & Kitchen Bar and yes, this totes sounds likes us. A $200 pre-payment is required for a picnic table, and then returned to you in the form of a $200 food and bev voucher. Translation – your prime position is free! Limited tables also available for walk-ins at both finals.
Prosecco Long Lunch
We know. It’s the stuff dreams are made of. The ever-popular monthly Prosecco Long Lunch series at Cucina Vivo continues in September, this time falling on Saturday 10th. This extremely limited event (which is almost sold out!) is an Italian lover’s fantasy land. We’re talking 2.5 hours of degustation share-sies style nosh so authentic, that you’ll think you’re in the back streets of Italy (only trade out the vespas for a view overlooking the pristine pool at The Star!). You’ll also be privy to Squealing Pig’s flagship crisp and zesty prosecco for the duration of the lunch, and seriously, are we actually dreaming *pinches oneself*?! Just add live entertainment (tick) and you’ve got yourself the perfect spring afternoon.
If you miss out on the last few tickets, you’ll have to wait until the next one on the 26th November! Tickets are $95 per person, book your tickets promptly here!
Fire Pits on the Lawn
If you haven’t experienced an exclusive fire pit on The Lawn at Garden Kitchen & Bar, this is your LAST CHANCE (shouty capitals justified). Imagine you and your posse enjoying a toasty crackling fire, live entertainment, cheeseboards, mouth-watering bites from the Container Kitchen and delectable beverages. Yes please!
Available Fridays from 5pm or 7pm, Saturdays from 4pm, 6pm or 8pm, and Sundays from 3pm or 5pm until 30 September, don’t fuff around or you’ll miss out and trust us, fire pit FOMO is a thing. $195 with a $100 food and beverage credit returned to sort out hungry tummies and quench that ever-present thirst.
For bookings or to find out more about any of The Star Gold Coast’s September activations, click here.
Where: 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Throughout September 2022
Words by Bianca Trathen.
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST
The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.
How good are dads? From Mufasa and Marlin to Mike Brady and Mitch Bucannon, there’s a lot to love about the Y chromosome bearing half of our makers. Except for their infamous dad jokes coz #NotFunny #ButAlsoKindaFunny. That misdemeanour aside, we all want to do something a little spesh for our old man on Dad’s Day, and what better way to spoil him than a trip to The Star Gold Coast! Whether he’s a cool, casual kinda dad, or a fancy pants fellow partial to the finer things in life, he’ll be treated to a Father’s Day to remember at The Star.
Kiyomi
If dad is partial to a spot of fine Japanese dining, you’ll be the golden child if you suggest Kiyomi for a truly memorable Father’s Day dinner! This place is legit Tokyo on the GC, with high-end authentic flavours a-plenty. Choose from the à la carte menu (our tip: the Sashimi is #lifechanging), set menu ($150), or for all dads who go with the September special of 2GR Rib Eye Full Blood Wagyu MBS 7 with wasabi butter ($300), they’ll throw in a complimentary glass schooner of Kirin Ichiban. Arigatou!
Nineteen at The Star
Dads and food. They’re like peas and carrots. Very gourmet ones in fact if we’re talking about Nineteen at The Star. With award-winning food, unfaultable service and breathtaking ocean views, delivering a five-star, super indulgent experience is Nineteen’s kryptonite. Dad can choose from the sumptuous a la carte menu, or opt for an exclusive Father’s Day offer as detailed by your VI(W)P (Very Impressive WaitPerson). Father’s Day lunch will take place between 12pm and 3pm and bookings are essential.
Garden Kitchen & Bar
The always bustling Garden Kitchen & Bar is eternally popular with everyone, including our beloved dads. Serving up a delectable seasonal menu by day and night on Father’s Day, the vibrant atmosphere makes Garden Kitchen & Bar the perfect spot for either a small or large fam rendezvous. He’ll be spoilt for choice with the à la carte menu, plus all dads who purchase the limited-edition member’s only Surf & Turf Stockyard Striploin and confit cuttlefish will receive a complimentary schooner of Stone & Wood. Winner winner Garden dinner (…or lunch)!
Cucina Vivo
Dads, like us, tend to love a good Italian nosh up, and Cucina Vivo is putting on a Father’s Day dinner spread like no other! As always, the a la carte offerings are beyond Bellissima, and this just in; dads who purchase the member’s only Surf & Turf sautéed veal scallopini and prawn offer will receive a complimentary schooner of Birra Moretti. Cin Cin! Avoid FOMO – book now!
Gift Cards
If all else fails and you just cannot pick a Star destination because let’s be real, it’s like choosing your all-time fave episode of The O.C, rest assured there is a solution! You may not realise they even exist, but The Star Gift Cards are the perfect way to wow anyone – including daddy dearest. And, they’re redeemable across The Star Gold Coast, The Star Sydney, and Treasury Brisbane’s collection of award-winning hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes, and select premium retail partners!
All other venues at our fave GC food, bev and entertainment hub will of course be open too #yasss. So, it’s official – we’re whisking Papa Bear away to The Star on Sunday 4th September. We may have 99 problems, but making dad smile this Father’s Day won’t be one of them.
For bookings or to find out more about any of The Star Gold Coast’s Father’s Day activations, click here.
Where: 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Various activations on Sunday 4th September
Words by Bianca Trathen.
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST
The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.
Hold your horses, Gold Coasters! The Melbourne Cup is galloping towards us, and The Star Gold Coast is saddling up for a day of glitz, glamour, and good times that’ll leave you chomping at the bit. Whether you’re a seasoned punter or just in it for the fashion, food and frivolity, The Star has a stable full of options that are sure to be the ‘mane’ event of your Cup Day.
Garden Kitchen & Bar
Restaurant
This GC institution is serving up a three-course lunch that’s more satisfying than a perfect trifecta, paired with a three-hour beverage package. With live entertainment by the Huddy Faulkner Duo, Fashions off the Field, and a special guest MC, you’re in for a galloping good time! Tickets are $195 per person.
Grab your tickets here.
Booth
Ok this one sells out faster than Kingston Rule ran back in 1990 so get on it quick smart! Be the ultimate lady (or lad) that lunches with two premium platters, a three-hour beverage package, live entertainment by Huddy Faulkner Duo, and a special guest MC, you’re in and Fashions off the Field. $2,000 per booth for a maximum of 15 people (that’s only $133 per person if you have the full 15!).
Grab your tickets here.
The Lawn
From the moment the gates fly open to the final glass is raised, a fancy picnic-style celebration on The Lawn is a front-runner this Melbourne Cup Day. Watch the live action on the mega screen and enjoy two decadent platters, a three-hour beverage package, Fashions off the Field, and an epic lineup of live entertainment. Tickets are $600 per high-top (four adults), $900 per high-top (six adults), and $1,500 per picnic table* (maximum 10 adults).
Also on The Lawn, the ‘rein’ing queen of the dance world, DJ Havana Brown, will be on the decks for the ultimate post-race party. The best part? You can mosey on over and watch her spinning up a storm for free! Gi-gi-gi-gimme!
Grab your tickets here.
Cucina Vivo
Giddy up and gallop over to Cucina Vivo for a lunch oozing Italian elegance and fabulous Flemington flair! Indulge in a winning three-course lunch paired with a three-hour beverage package that’ll guarantee a strapping good time. There’s also live tunes by the Kent Dustin Duo, Fashions off the Field to crown the best-dressed filly, and a special guest MC to steer the day’s festivities. Tickets are $199 per person.
Grab your tickets here.
Nineteen at The Star
Restaurant
Saddle up high rollers because at Nineteen at The Star (Restaurant), they’re taking Melbourne Cup to new heights – literally! Perched on the 19th floor, this elegant venue offers panoramic views that will delight even the fanciest of fillies. Enjoy a four-course lunch and beverage package, live racing screens, MC Liz Cantor, and Fashions on the Rooftop. Get ready to ‘trot’ your stuff! Tickets are $375 per person.
Grab your tickets here.
Bar
This iconic rooftop venue is transforming into the ultimate cocktail party, complete with “Fashions on the Rooftop,” live racing on big screens, and vibes brought to you by DJ Dezastar. Enjoy roaming oyster shuckers, a premium 3-hour canapé package, and indulge in a 4-hour beverage package that includes a glass of Veuve Clicquot on arrival.
Hosted by the fabulous Liz Cantor, it’s the perfect setting for an elegant race day celebration.
Grab your tickets here.
Harvest Buffet
Large groups, listen up! Harvest Buffet is THE go-to for party seekers looking to soak up the pristine pool vibes and a premium seafood buffet, including two chocolate fountains (yes, we said TWO!). Don’t forget the three-hour beverage package (umm, as if), Fashions off the Field, live entertainment with Rene Le Feuvre, and guest MC, local radio icon Moyra Major! Tickets are $140 per person.
Grab your tickets here.
Sports Bar
Terrace Package
There’s no place where the Melbourne Cup vibes are vibier than the Sports Bar so frock up or suit up with the Terrace Package for all the live and loud surround sound racing action. Including premium roaming canapes, a complimentary drink on arrival, 20+ screens, state of the art TAB facilities, a cash bar and of course, exclusive access to The Terrace, it’s Sports Bar for the win. Tickets are $95 per person.
Grab your tickets here.
Booth Package
Fancy front-row seats to take in the horseplay? Then you want a private booth at Sports Bar with up to 10 of your best mates. Lap up a $600 food and bev tab, two All Star Platters with 500g chicken wings, salt and pepper calamari, mozzarella sticks, and chips), three garlic breads, three cheesy garlic breads, and branded merch with access to state-of-the-art TAB facilities. $1,200 per booth (that’s only $120 per person with a gang of 10).
Grab your tickets here.
Free Post-Race Entertainment
The Lawn, Garden Kitchen Bar
Don’t miss Australia’s own DJ superstar Havana Brown getting on the decks to keep the party going between 4.30pm and 6pm.
Atrium Bar
For the ultimate post-race party, Atrium Bar is the obvious choice with live DJs pumping out the tunes from the early afternoon. It’s the perfect way to keep the festivities going long after the last horse has crossed the finish line – and it’s free!
Cherry Bar
Another venue serving up charon-hay and other delicious drops is Cherry Bar. Head on over to this luxurious space in main gaming floor for kick-ons and live beats from The Fontosi Bros Duo, DJ Mister P, and DJ Libre. With free entry and a lavish insta-famous 22 metre bar, it would be rude not to.
The Star Grand Hotel Offer
And finally, if ever there was a time to spoil yourself with a luxurious staycation, Melbourne Cup is it. A (minimum) two-night stay in a superior deluxe king/twin room between Sunday 3 November and Friday 8 November will set you back a mere $199 per night (conditions and booking dates apply, subject to availability). Neigh way!!
For tickets and more information on any of the above, stirrup some Cup fun at The Star here.
Where: 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Various activations on Tuesday 5th November
Words by Bianca Trathen.
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST
The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol. Guests must be over 18 years to enter the casino, Atrium Bar and Sports Bar. BET WITH YOUR HEAD, NOT OVER IT. Gambling Helpline 1800 858 858 gamblinghelpqld.org.au
The Star Gold Coast’s Super Charged entertainment continues to knock our socks off in August and beyond and actually, can we keep them on please coz it’s still too chilly for exposed tootsies. Whether you’re into sport, comedy, drag, live beats, foody events or long boozy lunches, you can bet your bottom dollar that it’s going off with a bang at our local good times go-to.
Sports Events
Footy heads, the NRL and AFL will be playing live, loud and proud on the mega screens with delicious food deals to keep you in prime cheering and cheers-ing condition! You can also catch the UFC and soak up the action-packed atmosphere. YEW!
Priscilla Queen of the Desert
You have limited days left to catch the stage production of this Oscar winning Aussie cracker, so do it guuuurl! See the all-star cast bring the sass with the likes of pop princess Paulini and the beloved Carlotta working what their mama gave them (or, umm, didn’t…), donning over 300 faaaabulous costumes. Tickets start from $75 per person.
Super Drag Spectacular
Join celeb drag queen, Carla from Bankstown, as she transforms Atrium Bar into Slaytrium Bar on Saturday 13th August from 3pm – 6pm! There’ll be a glow-up station courtesy of the M.A.C. glam squad, a disco-filled dancefloor, and plenty of glitzy Insta-worthy scenery. Enjoy a fierce cocktail on arrival, 2-hour drinks package, and nibble on a decadent grazing-style menu. Tickets are $70 per person (plus booking fee).
RuPaul Drag Show Watch Parties
While we’re talking all-things-dragtastic, every Saturday from 3.30pm until 17th September, shimmy on down to Atrium Bar to watch RuPaul Down Under Season 2. Enjoy special food and beverage offerings, including $10 pizzas and snacks – yasss Queen! Entry is free, so we’ll see you there!
Surf & Turf Offers
Members of The Star Club, get ready for six weeks of Surf & Turf specials from just $24.90 at Food Quarter, Cucina Vivo and Garden Kitchen & Bar! For the first instalment (available until Sunday 21st August), sink your teeth into the likes of Beef Fillet Steak and Sautéed Prawn, and Prawn, Wagyu Bresaola & Truffle Pizza. BRB just drooling.
Fire Pits on The Lawn
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 30th September, book a cosy Garden Kitchen & Bar fire pit on The Lawn and enjoy a cheeseboard, delish eats from Container Kitchen, tasty bevys and live entertainment. Fire pits are $195 to hire, including a $100 food and beverage credit.
Sunday Roast
Nothing says comfort food like a Sunday roast, Garden Kitchen & Bar style! Every lunch and dinner on Sundays until the end of September, devour all the roast faves perfectly paired with flavour enhancing drinks. Bookings are highly recommended, and tickets are $55 per person.
Bellini Saturdays
No-one has ever said no to a Bellini, especially at Nineteen at The Star! From 4pm until 7pm, take in the views from the gorgeous terrace and enjoy Bellini’s with a decadent share platter. Say no more – we’re there! Tickets are $79 each for a minimum of two people, so round up bestie!
Prosecco Long Lunch
Our two favourite things – Prosecco and long lunches – come together again! *squeal* Back by popular demand, Cucina Vivo will host another 2.5-hour-long mouth-watering Italian degustation on Saturday 10th of September. Showcasing Squealing Pig’s flagship prosecco, it’ll hold a ‘pizza’ your heart forevermore! Tickets are $95 per person (plus booking fee). Get booking, as this event SOLD OUT last time!
For bookings and more information, go to https://www.star.com.au/goldcoast/
Where: 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Various activations throughout August and into September
Words by Bianca Trathen.
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST
The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.
