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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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22 Nov 2026
Royal Ballet: Manon
A life of luxury… or love? In the seedy underbelly of 18th-century Paris, money is king. Nothing is sacred – even love itself can be bought for the right price. A native of this hedonistic underworld, Manon is caught between twin desires when she falls in love with the student Des Grieux. Steadfast and devoted, he offers the possibility of an honourable life. Yet, the riches promised by the world of Parisian society remain tempting... Manon’s inner turmoil and struggle for survival lie at the devastating heart of Kenneth MacMillan’s 1974 adaptation of Abbé Prévost’s novel. In this signature work of The Royal Ballet, MacMillan’s nuanced understanding of human psychology makes for an unflinching look into the moral degradation of Manon’s Paris, while all its decadence and decay are brought to life through Jules Massenet’s score and Nicholas Georgiadis’s designs.Captured live from Covent Garden, London, 27 Oct 2026
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24 Nov 2026
Men's T20 Series vs England | 2nd T20
T20 international cricket is back on the Gold Coast, This will be England's first time playing on the Goldy, and you need to see it!
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25 Nov 2026
It's Time That I Confess: Premiere + Live Performance
A breast cancer diagnosis in her twenties changed the course of ALBII’s life, but the story didn’t end when treatment did. Filmed over three years, this intimate documentary moves between the raw reality of diagnosis and treatment and the quieter, often unseen aftermath: PTSD, fear of recurrence, and learning how to live in a body and life that no longer feel quite the same.Through personal footage, music and conversations with women navigating breast cancer and survivorship, ALBII explores how creativity became a way to process what words couldn’t always hold. Music becomes a thread through the story, a place to grieve, make sense of what happened, reconnect with herself and find a way forward.Ultimately, it’s time that I confess is a story about what remains after cancer, while shining a light on the reality that breast cancer can happen at any age.TicketsVIP: $65.00 Includes a CD: It's time that I confess EP + PosterAdult: $45.00
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25 Nov 2026
Sunroom – Galaxy Lanterns
The Sunroom program provides a safe space for artmaking, creative play and exploration for adults with a disability. Lindy Lee’s mesmerising works, Above the Heavens and Below the Earth (2024) are showing at HOTA Gallery as part of HOTA Collects: Alchemy. The polished and perforated stainless-steel pods are lit from within, casting a constellation of light across the gallery walls. In this Sunroom we will create our own light sculptures inspired by the cosmos. No prior art making experience is necessary, only a willingness to engage your imagination, curiosity and sense of play.Recommended for ages 16+. Registration required, includes support worker/carer.
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26 Nov 2026 - 30 Nov 2026
2026 AASCF Nationals Cheer and Dance Championships
AASCF has conducted the Australian All-Star Cheer and Dance National Championship since 2006.It is the highpoint of Championships in the country, with well over 2500 teams and 12,000 plus athletes competing over the weekend.Nationals is truly a celebration of the sport and is a sea of bows and the opportunity to wear your State Champion Jackets for 5 full days and nights.
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27 Nov 2026
Improv Comedy FriYAY by Blah Blah Blah Improv
Unwrap a festive night of improvised hilarity in Currumbin on the Gold Coast! Fuelled by your suggestions and a little Christmas mischief, everything is made up on the spot. Every show is different — no peeking, even we don't know what's coming!The first half is packed with the fast-paced comedy theatre games Gold Coast audiences have come to know and love. If you enjoy Whose Line Is It Anyway?, you'll feel right at home!Then, in the second half, Blah Blah Blah Improv's signature long-form improv show, Small Town Council, takes the stage where your local Facebook community group posts provides the inspiration. Joining us are two special professional improvisers from Brisbane — Chris Martin and Taylor Edwards.Scroll through your neighbourhood Facebook group and find a post that's mundane, funny, bizarre, or very idiosyncratic to your local area. Submit it on the night and it could become part of the agenda at our completely improvised town council meeting.Family-friendly. The only comedy night on the Gold Coast where you can bring the kids and have a drink!
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28 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026
Mayor's Christmas Carols
The festive season is set to sparkle as City of Gold Coast's Mayor's Christmas Carols returns to HOTA, Home of the Arts, for its 15th year! Join them for two magical nights of live entertainment, family fun and Christmas cheer.Missed out on a ticket? You can still be part of the magic! Pack your picnic blanket for the HOTA Parklands and enjoy a family-friendly screening of the event on the big screen, delicious food truck treats and free Ferris wheel rides for the whole family.Leading this year's stellar line-up is ARIA Award-winning singer Samantha Jade, joined by powerhouse DJ Havana Brown!There's plenty to delight the whole family, with performances from The Royal Navy Band Queensland, Warner Bros. Movie World's Looney Tunes Christmas Show and, of course, a special visit from Santa himself.Hosted by 7NEWS' Amanda Abate and Chris Parsons, culminating in a fireworks finale. Auslan interpreters will be on hand to help make the event an inclusive and welcoming experience for everyone.City of Gold Coast's Mayor's Christmas Carols are supported by 7NEWS, HOTA, Home of the Arts, and Village Roadshow Theme Parks.
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28 Nov 2026 - 06 Mar 2027
Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award 2026
HOTA, Home of Arts is proud to announce the return of the Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award in 2026. As Queensland’s richest acquisitive photographic prize, the $25,000 award and exhibition platforms artists from across the country working within the broad field of contemporary photography. Previous winners include Polly Borland, Merilyn Fairskye, Shaun Gladwell, Polixeni Papapetrou, Darren Sylvester and Justine Varga. We invite submissions reflecting the traditional and expanded medium, including photocollage, sculpture, projection, installation and cameraless photography. This year’s finalists will be selected by a panel of esteemed judges including 2018 Award winner Tamara Dean, Director of UNSW Galleries José Da Silva and independent writer and curator Mikala Tai. Entries to the award have now closed. All entrants will be notified of the outcome in September 2026. Key Dates Entries - Now Closed: Mon 6 Jul – Mon 17 Aug Finalists announced: End of Sep Exhibition: Sat 28 Nov 2026 – Sun 7 Mar 2027 Award Winner announced: Sat 28 Nov People’s Choice announced: Feb 2027
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28 Nov 2026
HOTA Ideas: Photographic Practices in Focus
HOTA Ideas is a forum for leading artists, thinkers and cultural practitioners to share perspectives through public lectures and in-conversation style talks. Join us on the opening day of the Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award exhibition for a panel discussion with exhibiting finalists, hosted by Director of UNSW Galleries and 2026 Award panellist, José Da Silva.
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28 Nov 2026 - 06 Nov 2027
River House Markets
River House Markets bring fresh flowers and trinkets to the riverside deck of River House, a waterfront restaurant on the Nerang River in Southport on the Gold Coast, every weekend.Seasonal bunches are sold first come, first served, so early visitors get the best choice, and a selection of trinkets sits alongside the flowers. On request, children can draw their dream bunch on butcher's paper with crayons, then have real flowers wrapped in their own drawing.Dogs are welcome on the deck, and when the weather turns the markets move indoors, so they go ahead rain or shine and on public holidays. Visitors can make a morning of it with breakfast or brunch overlooking the water. River House has its own pontoon, so guests can also arrive by boat.
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28 Nov 2026
Movies Under the Stars: The Polar Express, Surfers Paradise - Free
What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars!The City of Gold Coast Movies Under the Stars program is free, family-friendly fun on offer from September 2026 through to April 2027 right across the city.Gather your family and friends, pack a picnic or take advantage of delicious food options available in the local area.*** TICKETS NOT REQUIRED – JUST SHOW UP! ***Tickets are not required, however you can ‘reserve a spot’ on Eventbrite to sign up for event updates/reminders.Event date: Saturday, 28 November 2026Location: Lionel Perry Park, Surfers ParadiseDoors at 6pmMovie starts: 7.00pmMovie: The Polar ExpressA young boy boards a train and embarks on an extraordinary journey to the North Pole to meet Santa Claus. His life takes a turn after he encounters special people that make his journey memorable.Rating: G | Length: 100 minsThis Movies Under the Stars event is proudly brought to the Division 10 community by Cr Darren Taylor. @crdarrentaylordivision10If weather is uncertain - or for more information including updates - please see the Spectrum or Facebook Event page.For a list of Movies Under the Stars events, see www.spectrumentertainment.com.au/events/category/outdoor-cinema/ or https://www.whatsongoldcoast.au/movies.#GCMoviesUnderTheStars
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28 Nov 2026
Made of Metal Drag Bingo Fundraiser!
A night of balls, calls and Metal Mania!The creative team behind Gold Coast comedy-drama web series "Made of Metal" is teaming up with drag queen extraordinaire BeBe Gunn for a gloriously outrageous night of Drag Bingo at Hairy Mary's in Mermaid Beach.Expect a knock-your-socks-off evening of bingo, prizes to be won and plenty of those "did she just say that?!" moments.You'll get a seat in the action and a night of laughs, cheekiness and unapologetic entertainment - all while supporting the local production of "Made of Metal", with 100% of ticket proceeds going towards bringing the series to life.Gather your best friends, bring your competitive spirit and prepare for a night that's a little bit raunchy, a little bit naughty and entirely fabulous.It's Drag Bingp with BeBe Gunn. And it's going to be a scream!
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28 Nov 2026
Sanctuary Cove Santa's Arrival and Rotary Buggy Parade
Christmas comes alive at Sanctuary Cove with the much-loved Santa's Arrival and Rotary Buggy Parade!Join the festive celebrations as Santa makes his grand arrival at the Marine Village, accompanied by Rudolph, the Gold Coast Drumline, Christmas performers and a colourful procession of spectacularly decorated golf buggies.Families can enjoy the festive entertainment, soak up the waterfront atmosphere and support Rotary Hope Island's fundraising efforts.Buggy owners are invited to join the parade, with the best-dressed buggy winning a luxury weekend stay at InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef. Registrations are essential for participants. Buggy registrations: Phone or email Ray White Sanctuary Cove.Make a day of it with boutique Christmas shopping, waterfront dining and festive fun throughout the Marine Village.Proudly presented in partnership with Ray White Sanctuary Cove.
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01 Dec 2026 - 12 Dec 2026
Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
GOD B̶L̶E̶S̶S̶ HELP US, EVERYONEThe Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle the Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol. Following a West End and UK tour, CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG spectacularly crashes into Australia this festive season for a limited run. Do not miss this Christmas catastrophe from Mischief, the multi award-winning company behind The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter Pan Goes Wrong and The Comedy About Spies. The Cornley crew battle miscommunication, delays to their set, actors missing in action and a growing feud over who will play the lead. It’s sure to be a disastrous take on the much-loved classic Christmas story of Ebeneezer Scrooge. Will Cornley finally change their ways, or will their misfortunes wreak havoc yet again. Enjoy a festive slice of pure escapism at the worst production in Christmas past, present and yet to come! Don’t be a Scrooge, book now.
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03 Dec 2026
Air Supply 50th Anniversary Celebration
The absolute best of Air Supply.After five sold out shows across Australia last year, Air Supply are returning to bring the Air Supply love to the cities that missed out.If it's true that practice makes perfect, then Graham and Russell –beloved by their millions of fans across the planet as Air Supply – have had nearly half a century to hone their skills, harness their passion and unleash the beautifully intimate yet rockin' romantic energy of those instantly identifiable 80s hits that made them global superstars.Over their amazing 50-year career AIR SUPPLY have achieved success after success, with so much amazing music still to come for their staunch legion of fans. "Making Love Out Of Nothing At All" "Now And Forever" "Sweet Dreams" … these are songs that mean so much to so many, and Russell and Graeme will be joined by their stellar band to present the songs the fans love, in an amazing show that will be one to remember forever.Make sure you get your tickets early to witness this spellbinding performance of AIR SUPPLY's catalogue of wonderful songs – these will be very special nights with some of the most beautiful love songs ever written.
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03 Dec 2026
Reel Rock 20
Reel Rock 20 returns to Australian and New Zealand screens this November as a part of the Reel Rock World Tour. Bringing a new collection of world-class climbing films to cinemas and community venues around the country, celebrating ambition, resilience and the relentless pursuit of the impossible. Celebrating its twentieth edition, Reel Rock continues its tradition of sharing ambitious, human stories from across the climbing world. The 2026 program spans elite sport climbing, winter alpinism and adaptive climbing, exploring the courage, commitment and resilience behind extraordinary achievements on rock and in the mountains. Founded in 2005 by Josh Lowell, Peter Mortimer and Nick Rosen, creators of the iconic feature documentaries Valley Uprising, The Dawn Wall and The Alpinist, Reel Rock has grown into the premier global platform for award-winning climbing films. Presented by Adventure Entertainment in Australia and New Zealand, Reel Rock welcomes audiences back with a new timing, screening in November and December. This marks the perfect major end-of-year cinema event for the climbing community. More than a night at the movies, Reel Rock is a gathering point for climbing culture. From established climbers to newcomers and outdoor enthusiasts, audiences can come together to celebrate the athletes, characters and communities continuing to move the sport forward. Screenings will be hosted in combination with the local climbing community, creating a high-energy night of films, prizes, giveaways and connection. Tickets are now on sale, with full tour details available at www.reelrockfilmtour.com.
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