Father’s Day in Torquay: Dad Probably Doesn’t Need Another Pair of Socks

Every year, Father’s Day rolls around and families across Australia face the same important question:

What on earth do we get Dad?

Socks? He has socks.

Undies? Nothing says “thanks for everything, Dad” quite like a fresh three-pack.

A new BBQ utensil? Because apparently owning a spatula is now a personality.

Another coffee mug with some variation of World’s Best Dad written on it?

Or perhaps it's time we did something a little different.

This Father’s Day at Canvas and Cork, we’re using the occasion as an excuse to put the presents aside, get the family together and celebrate all things Dad.

Less Stuff. More Time Together.

We love a homemade card as much as anyone, but some of the best Father’s Day gifts aren't things at all.

They're the slightly chaotic family moments you actually remember.

Kids laughing at Dad's questionable artistic ability. Dad becoming far too competitive about something that absolutely isn't a competition. Mum quietly producing the best artwork at the table while everyone else argues about whose is better.

That's our kind of Father’s Day.

At Canvas and Cork, we’re all about creating experiences where families can sit down, switch off from the usual weekend rush and do something together.

And this Father’s Day, Dad is taking centre stage.

Father’s Day at Canvas and Cork

We’ll be running special Father’s Day sessions at our Torquay studio designed for kids, dads, grandads and the whole family to get involved.

No artistic talent required.

In fact, the less artistic talent Dad has, the more entertaining the afternoon is likely to be.

We'll provide everything you need, guide you through the activity and take care of the mess afterwards.

You just need to bring Dad.

Celebrate Your Kind of Dad

Of course, Father’s Day isn't only about dads.

It's about celebrating the people who play that role in our lives — dads, stepdads, grandads, uncles, carers and the other wonderful father figures who deserve a little recognition.

So bring the family together, make something, have a laugh and spend some proper time with the people who matter.

Because we're fairly confident Dad will remember an afternoon creating something with his kids for a lot longer than he'll remember which pair of socks they bought him in 2025.

Father’s Day at Canvas and Cork, Torquay

Our special Father’s Day sessions will have limited places available, so we recommend booking early. https://canvasandcork.com.au/collections/frontpage 

Forget the socks this year. Come make some memories instead.