Midweek nights don’t have to be quiet. At SoPo in Southport, Wednesday has quietly become one of the most popular nights on the calendar — and it’s not hard to see why. Between a proper sit-down dinner, weekly prize draws and a jackpot that keeps climbing until it’s won, there’s a lot packed into a single evening. If you haven’t made Wednesday nights yours yet, here’s what you’re missing.
The draw that keeps building
The centrepiece of the night is SoPo’s Members Draw — a weekly event held in the Seductions Lounge that’s built up a serious following among regulars. The jackpot starts at $500 and grows by another $500 every week it goes unclaimed, all the way up to a guaranteed $10,000 cash. Once it hits that mark, the draw keeps running until someone wins it — and that someone has to be there in person.
Draws run three times across the evening: 7:00pm, 7:30pm and 8:00pm. That’s three separate chances in a single night. No entry ticket required — just your membership and your presence at the venue.
Start the night right — Schnitzel & Parmi Wednesday
Before the draws get underway, there’s dinner to think about. SoPo’s Palm Springs Bistro runs its Schnitzel & Parmi Night every Wednesday from 5:00pm to 8:30pm, and it’s become a midweek staple for a reason. A chicken schnitzel with chips and coleslaw comes in at $19 — proper pub comfort food at a price that makes sense. Add-ons are available if you want to build it out, and the timing works perfectly as a warm-up to the draw.
Arriving for dinner gives you time to settle in, grab a drink and be in the right place when 7pm rolls around. It’s a natural flow from one to the next — and for groups, it turns a Wednesday into a proper night out rather than a quick in-and-out.
Raffles, too — because why not
If the Members Draw isn’t enough excitement for one evening, SoPo also runs its Seafood, Fruit & Veg Raffles on Wednesday nights, drawn after the Members Draws wrap up at 8:30pm. Entry is easy — spend a minimum of $5 between 5pm and 8pm and you’ll receive a free raffle ticket. The prizes are exactly what they sound like: quality fresh seafood and fruit and vegetable trays, popular with the locals who know to stick around.
Not a member yet? It takes five minutes
Everything above is open to members, and becoming one couldn’t be simpler. Drop by reception on your next visit, sign up for $5, and you’re in. That $5 membership unlocks a 10% discount at the Seductions Bar, Brews Café and Palm Springs Bistro — so the savings start immediately. Beyond that, it opens the door to members-only promotions and exclusive events throughout the year.
For anyone visiting SoPo regularly, it’s a straightforward decision. For first-timers, it’s a great way to make Wednesday night feel like a bit of an occasion.
Plan your Wednesday at SoPo
The timing works well whether you’re coming straight from work or planning ahead. Arrive from 5:00pm to catch dinner at Palm Springs Bistro, spend the evening at the Seductions Bar, and stay through for the draws at 7pm, 7:30pm and 8pm. The raffles round things out just after 8:30pm. It’s a full evening without needing to go anywhere else — which is exactly the point.
SoPo is located at 36 Scarborough Street in the heart of Southport, easy to reach from across the Gold Coast. Members must be present to win. For full terms and conditions on the Members Draw and associated promotions, visit sopo.com.au. Gambling Helpline 1800 858 858.
Ready to make Wednesday night yours? Check what’s on and plan your visit at sopo.com.au/play-whats-on.