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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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28 Nov 2025
Tamborine's BIGGEST Christmas Twilight Market
Tamborine's BIGGEST Christmas Twilight Market is back in business, we'll see you on Friday, 28th November 2025, from 5pm to 9pmTamborine's BIGGEST Christmas Twilight Market is back in business, we'll see you on Friday, 28th November 2025, from 5pm to 9pm at the Bearded Dragon Hotel Tamborine!STALL HOLDERS & MORE INFO www.beardeddragon.com.au/mammothmarkets/Why not kick off your Christmas shopping in true Tamborine style?Expect over 100 vibrant market stalls, live entertainment, amazing food, and a magical festive atmosphere! Knock over your Christmas list early, while enjoying fun for the whole family.WHAT TO EXPECT?!Free Entry & Parking100+ Market Stalls – unique gifts, local makers, Christmas treasuresCocktails & Cold BeersMeet & Greet our donkeys, alpacas & goatsLive Music & Kids ActivitiesSnake Show, Pony Rides & GamesStay & Play Accommodation SpecialsFestive Surprises & CompetitionsPLUS+++ there’s ALWAYS more surprises around the corner!Follow us on Facebook & Instagram (@beardeddragonhotel) to stay in the loop on stallholder announcements and entertainment updates!Event DetailsFriday, 28th November 20255:00pm – 9:00pmBearded Dragon Hotel, TamborineMake this Christmas season extra special – we can’t wait to see you there!www.beardeddragon.com.au/mammothmarkets/COST: Free
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From now until 07 Dec 2025
Festival of Touch
The Festival of Touch is a 10 day celebration of all things Touch Football. The event aims to invigorate, inspire and connect the touch football community in Queensland. The 10-day Festival encompasses two flagship touch football events on the Queensland Touch Football (QTF) calendar, including the Queensland State Cup and Queensland All Nations, which are held on consecutive weekends on the Gold Coast. The weeklong festival includes professional development opportunities for administrators and sport enthusiasts through the QTF Conferences, the Queensland Touch Football Awards Night, which celebrates the Queensland touch footballs inspiring community and a South East Queensland Schools Gala Day to engage and excite local schools in touch football. If that is not enough, based on the picturesque Gold Coast, participants can take the opportunity to enjoy a holiday shared with family and friends.
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29 Nov 2025
St Andrews Day Pipe Celebration Dinner
Remember the tunes of Amazing Grace or The Bluebells of Scotland? Some of these amazing classics and more will be featured during the evening. On arrival be welcomed by the entire Brisbane Pipe Band. As the evening progresses so does the entertainment with fantastic not to be forgotten performances right up close and personal. If you're a passionate Scot or just love the pipes then this is an event not to be missed. There will be a three course dinner served with optional Haggis or not as a main course. Entree: Peppercorn pate. Main: Haggis or, Vegetarian nut roast, Roast Beef or Pork, Chicken Leek and Bacon Pie, lemon pepper cod Dessert: Apple & Cinnamon Bread Pudding.
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29 Nov 2025 - 20 Feb 2026
Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings
🌹 After captivating millions of Bridgerton fans worldwide, Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings is making its grand return to Gold Coast! Dearest reader, Lady Whistledown extends an exclusive invitation to a most enchanting affair. Surrounded by the soft glow of candlelight, listen to your favourite melodies from Shondaland’s hit series on Netflix, reimagined by a talented string ensemble. Will you be among society’s most fortunate to attend? Get your tickets today! General Info 📍 Venue: The Imperial Hotel 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration: 65 minutes. Doors open 30 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted 👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ♿ Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible. Please see our FAQs linked below regarding wheelchair seating. ❓ View the FAQs for this event here 🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone 🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here 🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Gold Coast 🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here Programme - Top hits from the acclaimed Shondaland series on Netflix Performers String quartet - Paradiso Strings Seating Map
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29 Nov 2025
Aladdin theatre play
Aladdin is an adaptation of the Disney movie performed by Starlettes Drama Theatre TeensCOST: On Sale Oct 1 at 12:00 AM
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30 Nov 2025
ADORN- Save the date
About SAVE THE DATE for our next Adorn gathering. Enjoy markets for your pre-christmas gifts throughout the afternoon with dinner and dessert options available then a lovely evening planned filled with encouragement, guest speaker, worship and ministry time, a chance to lean in and look up. Any ladies are welcome, you will be notified with proper booking details and information closer to date. Date Sunday 30 November 2025 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM (UTC+10) Life Development Centre67 Warrener Street, Nerang QLD 4211 Cost: Free
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30 Nov 2025
GOLD: The Ultimate ABBA Show - Mudgeeraba
You can dance! You can jive! Gold – The Ultimate ABBA Show are back to celebrate 50 years of Mamma Mia! ABBA first burst onto the scene with their triumphant 1974 Eurovision hit "Waterloo" and haven't left the charts since! With two Greatest Hits albums, A smash hit musical and record breaking live shows, the ABBA lives on! Celebrating 50 years since ABBA's self-titled masterpiece which birthed smash hits "Mamma Mia" "SOS" and "I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do", this brand new concert features all of ABBA chart topping hits from "Waterloo", and "Dancing Queen" right through to iconic fan favourites like "Does Your Mother Know" and "Gimme Gimme Gimme (A Man After Midnight)", Gold – The Ultimate ABBA show recreate "ABBA" in their prime! GOLD - The Ultimate ABBA Show first landed in Australia for their "New Arrival Tour" in 2014 and since then, have performed to over 30,000 people across 80 shows, playing to all four corners of the country including packed houses at Sydney's State Theatre and Melbourne's famed Palms at Crown, earning a reputation as a band "that's an inspiration to Abba itself" (Review – WeekendNotes.com). Unleash your inner dancing queen in this special two-hour concert production with Gold - The Ultimate ABBA Show!
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03 Dec 2025
The Nutcracker: Hinterland Dance Academy
The Nutcracker: Hinterland Dance AcademyStep into a world of magic and wonder with Hinterland Dance Academy’s enchanting production of The Nutcracker. Featuring a talented cast of young dancers from across the Gold Coast, this timeless holiday ballet follows Clara on a dreamy Christmas Eve adventure filled with toy soldiers, snowflakes, and the dazzling Sugar Plum Fairy. Set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, The Nutcracker is a festive celebration of music, movement, and imagination. With beautiful costumes, captivating choreography, and a touch of holiday sparkle, this family-friendly performance promises to delight audiences of all ages.
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04 Dec 2025
Helensvale State School 2025 Year 6 Graduation
Helensvale State School 2025 Year 6 GraduationHelensvale State School Year 6 Graduation
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05 Dec 2025
Tom Curtain's Here's to You Tour - Boonah
Nationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Tom Curtain is again hitting the road, touring his national award-winning outback show 'Katherine Outback Experience' and live music event with fellow singer songwriters Laura Frank, Chris Matthews and Melanie Gray. The family-friendly event includes an hour Katherine Outback Experience show of real horse training and working dog demonstrations including hands-on fun for the kids. Two hours of live music by Tom Curtain, Laura Frank, Chris Matthews and Melanie Gray. Tom is passionate about bringing his show to towns and communities that are often overlooked on the entertainment trail. He is also an official ambassador of Dollys Dream and Farm Angels.
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Friday (Weekly)
Very Merry Long Lunch, The Island Gold Coast
Your Office Family Christmas - Very Merry Long Lunch at The Island Gold Coast.Gather your office family for a Very Merry Long Lunch that takes all the stress out of planning your Christmas Party. This year, we’re making it easy—just get your numbers together and turn up!Our Christmas Long Lunch comes with all the trimmings. Enjoy a festive feast with our Family Style share menu, packed with all your holiday favourites. For those looking to raise a glass (or two), we’ve got an optional three-hour drinks package featuring cocktail carafes, premium wines, beers, and bubbles. Prefer to keep it simple? No worries—guests opting for just the food menu can purchase drinks from the bar on the day.We’ll have live tunes to keep the vibes merry and a photo moment to capture the memories. Plus, every booking gets their own festive-themed table, so you can celebrate in style.What: Very Merry Long LunchWhen: Friday, 12th December, 12pm – 3pmWhere: The Island PenthouseTickets:$95 p/person for the Family-Style Share Menu, or$134 p/person with the three-hour beverage package featuring cocktail carafes, premium wines, beers, and bubbles.It’s the perfect way to wrap up the year with your work crew—just show up and enjoy. The Island Rooftop is open after the event concludes.Minimum of four guests per table. All guests at the one table must be on the same ticket option.-----Family-Style MenuOn the tableArtisan bread rolls with butter and smoked saltTo StartPoached Mooloolaba prawns, compressed apple, fennel, radish, finger lime dressing (df, gf)Chicken and leek terrine, sourdough crumb, truffle oil, tarragon mayonnaise (gfo)MainsRosemary and garlic slow cooked lamb shoulder, seeded mustard jus (df, gf)Herb roasted chicken, pan jus, roasted onions (gf)SidesRoasted heirloom carrots with goats cheese and macadamia (gf, v)Rosemary and garlic roasted potatoes, smoked salt (df, gf, ve, v)To FinishPassion fruit tart, blackberries, sorghumPavlova, mango, raspberries, kiwifruit*menu subject to change.COST: A$98.65 – A$138.68
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05 Dec 2025
Majelen and JC and the Tree - Mt Nimmel Hall
This December, two of Australia's most exciting independent acts—Majelen and JC and the Tree—join forces for an unforgettable East Coast tour. Fresh off the release of her debut album Stuck With You, recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios, Majelen is quickly becoming one of Australia's most captivating new voices. Known for her percussive guitar style, raw vocal energy, and genre-bending acoustic sound, Majelen has spent 2025 touring with the Acoustic Guitar Spectacular and Mitch King, while living full-time on the road in her converted bus. Entirely self-managed and fiercely independent, she continues to carve her own path with honest storytelling and a DIY spirit that resonates deeply with audiences. Sharing the stage is folk-rock fusion duo JC and the Tree, whose soaring violin melodies, earthy guitar tones, and heartfelt harmonies have inspired fans across Australia and beyond. Drawing from their Sunshine Coast roots, they create soundscapes that capture the beauty of nature and the connection between people and place. With performances at major festivals including Glastonbury, Splendour in the Grass, Bluesfest, and WOMAD, JC and the Tree bring a wealth of experience, passion, and authenticity to every show. Together, Majelen and JC and the Tree promise an evening of powerful music, uplifting storytelling, and a celebration of artistry that is both intimate and unforgettable.
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05 Dec 2025
The Imperfects
The ImperfectsWe’re all imperfect. On this podcast, founder of The Resilience Project Hugh van Cuylenburg, his good friend Ryan Shelton, and only one of their brothers, Josh van Cuylenburg, talk to a variety of interesting people who vulnerably share their own struggles and imperfections, or expertly pass on their wisdom on the subject of imperfection. Whether it’s in The Vulnerabilitea House, The Academy of Imperfection, or with our very own psychologist, Dr Emily, The Imperfects are here to find some valuable takeaways we can all apply to our own imperfect lives.
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06 Dec 2025
Ring Of Fire - Opetaia vs Cinkara
World championship boxing returns to the Gold Coast when IBF and The Ring Magazine Cruiserweight World Champion Jai Opetaia 28-0 (22 KO) defends his titles against unbeaten number one contender Huseyin Cinkara 23-0 (17 KO) of Turkey in a blockbuster main event. Widely regarded as the most avoided man in the division, Opetaia has turned the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre into his fortress, thrilling fans with dominant performances and unforgettable nights. Now he looks to extend his perfect record and prove once again why he is the premier cruiserweight on the planet. Cinkara arrives as a dangerous, undefeated challenger with an huge punch and a mission to rip the belts from Opetaia's hands. This is a collision of two unbeaten warriors — one defending his kingdom, the other determined to conquer it. Adding to the atmosphere is a stacked undercard featuring Australian heavyweight star Justis Huni, crowd favourite Max McIntyre, rising talent Tyler Blizzard, and more of Australia's brightest prospects, guaranteeing non-stop action from the opening bell. The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre will be rocking as the champion defends his throne in front of a partisan crowd. Don't miss this electric night of world-class boxing — Ring of Fire. Secure your tickets now via Ticketek before this event sells out.
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06 Dec 2025 - 07 Dec 2025
High Tea with Santa, Mrs Claus and Rudolph at Sanctuary Cove
Celebrate the season in style with an unforgettable High Tea experience with Santa, Mrs Claus and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer set against the elegant backdrop of Sanctuary Cove. Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as you savour a sumptuous selection of handcrafted sweet and savoury delights — beautifully curated to capture the magic and flavours of Christmas. What's Included: Meet-and-greet with Santa and Mrs Claus Appearances from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Buffet-style high tea selection of sweet and savoury creations (with gluten-free and dairy-free options available) Premium teas and coffee, accompanied by fresh juices and still water Special Santa Coin for every child One lucky ticket holder will go in the draw to WIN a luxury 2-night stay at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort (T&Cs apply) Limited spots available - secure your VIP High Tea experience today!
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From now until 07 Dec 2025
Queensland All Nations Touch Football Carnival
The Queensland All Nations Tournament allows participants to represent their heritage and their nation at a fun, social and non-affiliated touch football tournament that celebrates our many and diverse cultures that make up Australia. South Queensland & Border Districts Touch Association in conjunction with Queensland Touch Football delivers an event that allows participants to experience multiple cultures through food, dance and connection. Cultural identity is a focal point of the event with all teams representing their community under their traditional nation, with uniforms adorned with symbols of their nation, supported by a cultural performance on the Saturday afternoon. This provides an opportunity for members of the community to come together, play some touch football and learn about their local culture and foster relationships and understanding between other cultures.
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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.