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Your Event Line Up
Some say we like to see ourselves as the main event, but really, we do it all for you! High-energy stage show sound good? How about beach cinema or symphony under the stars? If sport's more your thing, why not check out a NRL or AFL game? Or for lovers of low-key, get into one of the many grassroots arts and food festivals. Check out the latest events on Gold Coast below.
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From now until 21 Mar 2027
Gold Coast T100 Triathlon & 10km Run
Race the Australian dream of sun, surf and sand as you swim, bike, run throughout Queensland's iconic Gold Coast. Known for its flat terrain, this course will be ideal for those seeking their personal best or taking their first step into a triathlon.Choose your distance from the pinnacle 100km triathlon to shorter distance triathlons or a 10km run event.
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From now until 24 Mar 2027
Storyfest Gold Coast
Do you have a passion for literature?Would you like to see some of the most highly acclaimed authors in the world? At Somerset Storyfest you can immerse yourself in literature!It all kicks off with the Prologue Party - fun for the whole family - and for the adults, come along to either the Literary Lunch on the Tuesday or alternatively, The Craig Bassingthwaighte Long Table, held as the closing event for the Festival on the Wednesday evening.Tickets will be available for purchase online four weeks before the commencement of Storyfest Gold Coast. Many sessions have limited numbers, so book early to avoid disappointment.
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From now until 18 Apr 2027 (Annual)
Gold Coast Running Festival
Welcome to the Gold Coast and the 15th anniversary of the von Bibra Mitsubishi Gold Coast Running Festival presented by Mastery Schools Australia.Come and run in the Gold Coast sunshine and enjoy the fast, safe, closed road circuit. With distances available for all running and walking abilities, we have a race for you, your running group and the whole family!
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From now until 16 May 2027
Cooly Classic Ocean Swim Festival
Swimmers have a rare opportunity to swim a course with some of Australia’s most revered surf breaks as your backdrop – Snapper Rocks, Coolangatta and Kirra.There are four distances, from 1km to 5km, but it’s always the 2.0km Cooly Classic from Snapper Rocks to Kirra Beach which attracts the masses.Your start line, Snapper Rocks, is one of the world’s most famous surf breaks. Then, your course is a straight line to Kirra Beach, passing Rainbow Bay, Greenmount and Coolangatta Beaches as you swim.Throughout the week, there’ll be a range of small group sessions and clinics with guest coaches. This is a chance to receive specialist coaching and also swim with local squads at some of the Gold Coast’s favourite open-water training locations.
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From now until 07 Mar 2027
Grazy Arvo with Koalas at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
A Koala-lity AfternoonRelax and enjoy a special afternoon with Koalas at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Koala Habitat precinct.Spend some 'Koality' time with their dedicated Wildlife Keepers and Koala ambassadors, while you indulge in a scrumptious grazing platter with hand-selected cheeses, breads and antipasto delights prepared by their Sanctuary chefs, plus a glass of wine, beer or soft drink.One Koala photo per paying guest and entry to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is included.
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From now until 27 Mar 2027
Dreamworld Night Market
Experience the Dreamworld Night Market on the Northern Gold Coast, held every Friday and Saturday evening inside Dreamworld. Enjoy a vibrant night out with a rotating lineup of street food vendors, live music, entertainment and family-friendly activities.Sample flavours from around the world, relax with friends and family, and soak up the lively atmosphere. With entertainment changing weekly and plenty of delicious food to discover, Dreamworld Night Market offers a fun and affordable evening for locals and visitors alike.
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From now until 11 Oct 2026
This Moment: Highlights from the White Rabbit Collection of Chinese Contemporary Art
This Moment: Highlights from the White Rabbit Collection of Chinese Contemporary ArtImage Credit: Kung Wen-Yi 鞏文宜, RX78-2 2015, ceramic. White Rabbit Collection, Sydney. Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program by Judith NeilsonThis Moment: Highlights from the White Rabbit Collection of Chinese Contemporary Art is a demonstration of art’s power to document change, challenge perception and connect across cultures. Capturing the energetic spirit of 21st-century China, this extraordinary exhibition features bold, experimental artworks produced over the last 25 years that reclaim history, interrogate authority and reflect profound social change. Fearlessly engaging with complex global themes and China’s tumultuous history, the artists featured in This Moment challenge prevailing perceptions of modern China. From mesmerising light installations to powerful video art and large-scale sculpture, the experiential artworks in This Moment command attention with sheer scale and striking visual intensity, leaving their mark on your psyche and your social feed. Founded by philanthropist Judith Neilson in 2009, Sydney's White Rabbit Gallery showcases one of the world’s most significant private collections of Chinese contemporary art. Now in a Queensland exclusive, audiences can experience highlights from the collection at HOTA for free. This Moment: Highlights from the White Rabbit Collection of Chinese Contemporary Art features more than 35 works by 25 artists with artworks spanning video, photography, painting, light-based installations and monumental sculpture. The exhibition includes works by leading artists such as Geng Xue, Guo Jian, LuYang, Peng Hung-Chih, Xu Zhen, Zhang Dali and Zhang Peili.
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From now until 27 Sep 2026
Renew Bohemian Spring Bazaar
Renew Bohemian Spring Bazaar is a special slow fashion pop-up bringing the free-spirited world of Renew Bohemian to Tamborine Mountain.Visitors can browse a colourful collection of bohemian clothing made from reclaimed and recycled textiles, including Indian cotton kantha, recycled silks and other thoughtfully sourced fabrics.The Bazaar offers a rare opportunity to experience Renew Bohemian in person. Visitors can try on clothing, explore different styles and silhouettes, discover one-of-a-kind pieces and chat with the Renew team about the stories, craftsmanship and traditions behind the garments.The event also features special pieces selected exclusively for the Bazaar, along with early access to unreleased styles not yet available online.Designed for bohemian fashion lovers, dopamine dressers, slow fashion enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys clothing with a story, the Renew Bohemian Spring Bazaar offers a relaxed and colourful shopping experience with plenty of opportunity to browse, discover and connect.
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From now until 29 Nov 2026
Prison Island
Prison Island is an interactive adventure where teams take on 39 thrilling challenge cells. Perfect for all ages and group types including friends, families, or co-workers.The experience offers 60 to 120 minutes of gameplay with 39 unique themed cells and an adrenaline-fueled team challenge. Teams of 2 to 5 can participate, ideal for friends, families and co-workers. A thrilling mix of mental puzzles, physical challenges and team coordination is offered. Teams work to collect as many points as possible before time runs out.Perfect for any occasion including birthday celebrations, team building and bachelor and bachelorette parties.
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From now until 25 Dec 2026
Candlelight Concerts - Imperial Hotel Gold Coast
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never used for this purpose on the Gold Coast. The performers are from the string quartet - Paradiso Strings.
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From now until 30 Sep 2026
Trickd Gold Coast
TRICKD, a reality-distorting immersive sensory experience, backed by the globally renowned Ripley's Believe It or Not! World Entertainment opens its doors this March.TRICKD will lean into the Gold Coast's appetite for awesome. Kids and adults alike will have their perception warped by mirrors and impossible geometry, discover rooms that tilt the sense of scale and gravity, and enjoy a maze of interconnected spaces where the laws of physics feel negotiable. All this adrenaline-pumping fun is guaranteed to keep the whole family discovering a brand-new side to reality!Guests aren't just thrown into a new dimension; this attraction slowly picks apart reality until it's completely on its head. The experience begins with engaging optical illusions, shifting perspectives, and reflections that feel slightly off-kilter. TRICKD continues to escalate as sound bends, tactile cues mislead, and taste experiments challenge flavour expectations.The grand finale concludes with an immersive digital, glitching environment that blurs the line between the physical and virtual, providing a futuristic finish to the experience.Featuring cutting-edge technology in a multi-million-dollar fit-out spanning 667 square metres, TRICKD is a next-generation addition to the Coast's entertainment mix, and a separate, standalone attraction from Ripley's existing Surfers Paradise venues.
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From now until 30 Dec 2026
Koala Breakfast at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Enjoy a delicious breakfast alongside an Aussie Icon.Spend your morning with passionate Wildlife Keepers in the presence of everyone's favourite Aussie icon – the Koala – for a breakfast experience like no other.Enjoy a delicious breakfast while exploring the unique adaptations, diet and breeding behaviours of these incredible animals. Learn about the vital conservation work happening right here at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.Afterwards, explore more wildlife, watch a live show and visit amazing attractions with all-day entry included in the cost.
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From now until 05 Oct 2026
Dreamworld Country Fair
Round up the family and experience the charm of the countryside at Dreamworld Country Fair, returning to Dreamworld on the Gold Coast.Enjoy a unique celebration of all things country, included with your Dreamworld admission. Dreamworld's event page highlights line dancing, live entertainment, country music, barnyard animal encounters, themed food, roving characters and family-friendly activities throughout the park.Step into a country-inspired wonderland featuring colourful decorations, tractor displays, interactive experiences and plenty of entertainment for all ages. Young visitors can meet friendly farm animals at Belinda's Barnyard Buddies, join Farmer Finn's Round-Up Scavenger Hunt, and explore creative scarecrow displays designed by local schools.Enjoy live country-themed performances, learn new moves at the Country Fair Line Dance, and savour delicious country-style food and treats available throughout the event. With exciting rides, wildlife encounters, family attractions and seasonal entertainment all in one destination, Dreamworld Country Fair offers the perfect school holiday day out for families, friends and visitors to the Gold Coast.Saddle up and discover the country spirit at Dreamworld Country Fair, where farmyard fun, family entertainment and unforgettable memories come together for a limited time
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From now until 01 Jan 2028
Comedy Underground
Every Saturday night, Based Comedy presents Comedy Underground in The Basement. It's a weekly showcase of hand-picked talent from all over Australia and around the world. Big name acts, up-and-coming crushers and the wild, subversive and unique voices making waves in live comedy.Saturday nights in The Basement are packed with 90 minutes of side-splitting laughs, and fresh new line ups every week. Comedy Underground is the Gold Coast's home of the very best live comedy.
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From now until 06 Feb 2028
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Market
The HOTA Markets are one of the Gold Coast's most vibrant community markets, held every Sunday morning, in the iconic HOTA precinct from 6am-11.30am.Like the Gold Coast itself, we're a celebration of independence and lifestyle! They are passionate about local farmers, makers, bakers and growers, we like knowing where our goods come from, and we love supporting new and emerging small businesses. The markets are part of the fabric of the Gold Coast, they're proud to support and foster local artists and live music, as well as supporting social causes representing the local community.Each Sunday HOTA comes alive with in-season farm-fresh produce, delicious artisan foods, boutique fashion and handcrafted wears. All nestled against the backdrop of Evendale Lake and the stunning HOTA landscape.
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From now until 26 Dec 2027
Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale
Carrara Markets is famous for its Sunday morning Car Boot Sale!If you love a second-hand bargain then you're sure to find it amongst the boots full of preloved fashion, books, toys, homewares, tools, bibs and bobs!If you have a garage full of stuff you don't know what to do with, then you can make some cash from your trash by becoming a car boot seller! Seller sites are $50. No bookings required. Just turn up on the day with your car loaded up & start selling!Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale is open every Sunday morning 7am to 10am in the car park.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.