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.
All Events
- Free Event
-
01 May 2025
Saving All My Love - Whitney Houston Tribute
Join Angela Fabian and her powerhouse 8-piece band for an unforgettable tribute to Whitney Houston! Experience the magic of Whitney's greatest hits from the 80s and 90s, including classics like "Saving All My Love for You" "I Wanna Dance with Somebody", and "So Emotional". Get ready to be moved as Angela delivers a heartfelt homage to one of Whitney Houston's most beloved songs "I Will Always Love You". Born in Omaha, Nebraska and now residing in Brisbane, Angela is an artist who radiates a bubbly optimism, self-deprecating humour, infectious energy, and a voice that inspires audiences. Don't miss this spectacular celebration of Whitney Houston - one of the greatest voices of all time!
-
01 May 2025
Gold Coast Jazz & Blues Club: Tribute to Whitney Houston
Gold Coast Jazz & Blues Club: Tribute to Whitney HoustonJoin Angela Fabian and her powerhouse 8-piece band for an unforgettable tribute to Whitney Houston! Experience the magic of Whitney’s greatest hits from the 80s and 90s, including classics like “Saving All My Love for You”, “I Wanna Dance with Somebody”, and “So Emotional”. Get ready to be moved as Angela delivers a heartfelt homage to one of Whitney Houston’s most beloved songs “I Will Always Love You”. As seen on Channel 9's The Voice (Season 9, 2020), Angela Fabian got a 3-chair turn from judges Boy George, Delta Goodrum & Kelly Rowlands with her passionate performance of 'Amazing Grace'. Born in Omaha, Nebraska and now residing in Brisbane, Angela is an artist who radiates a bubbly optimism, self-deprecating humour, infectious energy, and a voice that inspires audiences. Don’t miss this spectacular celebration of Whitney Houston - one of the greatest voices of all time!
-
01 May 2025
Crossing the Divide
Crossing the DivideLiam, a scholarship student from the Torres Strait is on his high school History excursion - a two-day trek across the Great Dividing Range, learning about the expedition by Blaxland, Wentworth and Lawson. As their guide Lionel draws attention to events often left out of the history books, tensions mount when Liam’s friend Max refuses to see how European settlement created anything but a pathway to progress for a newly forming nation. CROSSING THE DIVIDE is a vital conversation starter for anyone who calls Australia home and asks the question, “Can we find a path to a more unified Australia, or will we always be divided?
-
01 May 2025
Gold Coast Film Festival Awards Gala
Gold Coast Film Festival Awards GalaThe Gold Coast Film Festival Awards Gala promises an evening of celebration, fine dining, and red carpet excitement, as we come together to shine a spotlight on the incredible talent and creativity within the Australian film community.Hosted at Queensland’s iconic Warner Brothers Movie World, the event is set to entertain while providing fantastic opportunities to network and connect with industry representatives and filmmakers. The highlight of the night is the prestigious presentation of the 2025 Chauvel Award, a coveted honor that acknowledges outstanding contributions to the Australian film industry.On the night we will celebrate two of Australia's most significant fiilmmakers, Charles and Elsa Chauvel, by presenting The Chauvel Award. The award acknowledges the significant contribution to the Australian Screen Industry.Due to alcohol service at the event, tickets are only available to those 18 and above.Location: Warner Brothers Movie World
-
01 May 2025 - 14 May 2025
Flotsam Festival
Catch the Flotsam Festival as it rolls across the Gold Coast with surf film and photo pop up events spanning beachside towns from Burleigh to Coolangatta. Flotsam's two week pixel party hosts free and ticketed events including photo exhibitions staged indoor and out, beachside surf cinema nights, live music and more. Don't miss the Flotsam Festival party wave – only on the Gold Coast, only in May.
-
02 May 2025
Pool Lifeguard Challenge 2025
About Back for it's third year, the Pool Lifeguard Challenge is a dynamic competition designed to test lifeguards' skills in rescue scenarios, first aid, CPR, and crisis response. Bringing together lifeguards from various pools and aquatic centres, it promotes teamwork, sharpens decision-making, and reinforces the importance of vigilance in ensuring water safety. Date Friday 2 May 2025 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM (UTC+10)
-
02 May 2025
Alexis Fernandez
Lost, But Make it Look IntentionalDo You F*cking Mind podcast host Alexis Fernandez is bring her debut Australia-wide tour to Gold Coast.Prepare for an educational experience like no other in "Lost, But Make It Look Intentional", where life’s inevitable detours become the most valuable lessons.In this journey of misadventure, you’ll receive 10 life-changing lessons that promise to transform your approach to uncertainty, mostly by embracing it.With a straight-faced delivery and a touch of dry wit, Alexis will cover crucial topics such as "Navigating the Unknown with Spontaneous Confidence", “How to continuously lose sleep worrying about things you cannot control”, and "Turning Everyday misfortunes into Strategic Masterstrokes."By the end, you'll not only feel equipped to handle life’s unpredictability but might even find yourself actively seeking it out. After all, when you make being lost look intentional, you’ll never be without direction.
-
02 May 2025
GCFF INDUSTRY DAY: What's Next in the Queensland Film Industry
GCFF INDUSTRY DAY: What's Next in the Queensland Film IndustryWhether you're just starting out or already making waves in the industry, join us for our industry networking day.The itinerary focuses on What’s Next in Queensland’s film industry, from finding the next big opportunity to securing financing and managing your budgets, what’s new and upcoming in tech and post, and scheduling your film. Whether you’re seeking funding, mentorship, or collaboration, this is your chance to gain valuable insights, connect with industry experts and fellow creators so you can take the next steps in your creative career. We’ve got some awesome guests lined up, so stay tuned for our updates, we’ll be adding more soon!
-
02 May 2025
Tennis Plus Movies under the Stars
About Join us for a magical evening of movies under the stars! Bring your picnic blanket and pillows and settle in on our center court for a relaxing movie night.Event Details:Date: 2nd of MayTime: 7:00 PMCost: $12 (includes 1 popcorn)Movie Rating: PGEnjoy a family-friendly movie under the night sky. It’s the perfect way to unwind with friends and loved ones. Don’t forget to pack your cozy blankets and pillows for the ultimate outdoor movie experience! (Please no picnic/camping chairs)🌟🍿🎬 Date Friday 2 May 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (UTC+10) Tennis Plus at Queens Park19 Queens Street, Southport QLD 4215 Cost: $12.00
-
02 May 2025 - 04 May 2025
Kalbar Sunflower Festival
An opportunity for tourists to visit a sunflower farm based at Kalbar in the picturesque Scenic Rim Region, walk among a million sunflowers and totally immerse themselves in the beauty and happiness they provide. Excellent photography opportunities, a great event for the whole family. As well as the excitement of being up close and personal with acres of sunflowers there is free live entertainment by local musicians, free children's activities such as bubble blowing, art activations, animal petting, sensory garden and mini children's maze. Sunflower merchandise as well as food and beverages on sale. For the adults add on's such as sunflower art classes, mini family photography shoots, flower crowns and our four acre sunflower maze. Enjoy a long table lunch prepared by Chef Richard Ousby in the sunflowers and perhaps a sunflower cocktail by Brasshound Distillery. Their very popular Devonshire tea supports The Mater Foundation so enjoy a sunflower scone and cup of tea or coffee knowing you are helping raise funds for cancer care. The sunflower festival is full of happiness and joy bringing together the local community and visitors from around Queensland and beyond. You can bring your own secateurs or borrow theirs and you can pick your own sunflowers to take home for AUD2.00 a stem.
-
02 May 2025 - 04 May 2025
2025 QLD State Championships
A massive Event (also housing the City v Country series) held from May 2 to 4. 75 teams will compete in this prestigious Event to see who will be crowed Queensland's best TRL region across Men's, Mixed, Women's and Men's 30s divisions.
-
03 May 2025 - 13 May 2025
Gold Coast Pro
Snapper Rocks returns to the WSL Championship Tour schedule in 2025. The Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro will be the 6th stop on the schedule, with the event window running from May 3-May 13. Snapper Rocks is home to some of the most famous victories in surfing history. Past winners include World Champions Kelly Slater, Stephanie Gilmore, Mick Fanning, Carissa Moore and Gabriel Medina amongst others.
-
03 May 2025 - 05 May 2025
Tamborine Mountain Arts Trail
Discover the Creative Heart of Tamborine Mountain – Arts Trail Returns This May This Labour Day Long Weekend, Saturday, May 3 – Monday, May 5, 2025, visitors are invited to embark on an immersive journey through the vibrant arts scene of Tamborine Mountain. The Tamborine Mountain Arts Trail offers a rare opportunity to engage with artists in their studios, experience dynamic exhibitions, and explore a region rich in creativity and natural beauty. With over 20 open artist studios, four central art hubs, and more than 100 participating artists, this free, self-guided event highlights the incredible depth of artistic talent in the Scenic Rim. Open Artist Studios & Art Hubs – Step inside the creative spaces of painters, sculptors, ceramicists, textile artists, and printmakers. Meet the makers, hear their stories, and see firsthand how their work comes to life. Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition – Large-scale and site-specific sculptures set against the stunning natural backdrop of Tamborine Mountain, creating a striking fusion of art and landscape. 5° Cooler Exhibition – A curated collection of works that capture the unique essence of the mountain’s environment, lifestyle, and artistic spirit. Regional Students Arts Showcase – A celebration of emerging talent, featuring the next generation of artists from across the Scenic Rim.
-
03 May 2025
Ministry of Sound Classical 2025
Ministry of Sound ClassicalMinistry of Sound's biggest show, CLASSICAL, returns to its home on the Gold Coast, Home of the Arts, after consecutive years of epic sold-out shows! Immerse yourself in the greatest moments in dance music and experience a brand-new show + set list on Sat 3 May 2025 (Labour Day Weekend). Back by popular demand, Ministry of Sound Classical returns this year with a sunset festival experience to celebrate the greatest moments in dance music with an incredible lineup of DJs culminating in our stunning CLASSICAL performance by the Ministry of Sound Orchestra. With 30 years as the global authority on dance music, nobody knows the classics like Ministry of Sound. Come and re-live all the greatest club anthems as you’ve never heard them before! Expect to hear more of the songs you know and love completely remixed, rearranged, and reimagined by the Ministry of Sound Orchestra alongside DJ Groove Terminator. Led by award-winning conductor Vanessa Perica - experience incredible live vocals from some of the country’s most acclaimed vocal talent including Reigan (ARIA Nominee ‘Dreams’), Karina Chavez (‘Show Me Love’), Rudy (feature artist on Dirty South ‘In The Air’), along with powerhouse mainstay of the Classical tour Lady Lyric and Luke Antony (The Voice). Plus an all-star lineup with party starters Sneaky Sound System, and DJ Helena! This event mode is All Standing. View All Standing Mode FAQs Setlist 4.30pm: Gates / Bar / Food 5pm: Support Acts7.30pm: Ministry of Sound Classical10pm: Event Concludes
-
From now until 03 May 2025
Lecture: Mountains and the Quest for the Sublime – Dr Andrea Bubenik
Lecture: Mountains and the Quest for the Sublime – Dr Andrea BubenikInvoking fear and awe, inspiring us to ascend and transcend, mountains are crucial to the idea of the sublime. From the magic and holy mountains portrayed by novelist Thomas Mann and filmmaker Alejandor Jodorowsky, to the role of mountaineering in the philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche, these sites of elevation have long been catalysts for some of the most dramatic scenes of human contemplation and endeavour. In this lecture I will focus on the special role of mountains to a history of art and the sublime, and especially the fascinating dialogue between Eugene von Guerard’s Mount Kosciusko (1883) and Imant Tillers’ Mount Analogue (1985), shown together for the first time at HOTA. Image credit: Installation view of Mount Analogue by Imants Tillers photographed by Charlie Hillhouse.
-
03 May 2025 - 13 May 2025
Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro
Snapper Rocks returns to the WSL Championship Tour schedule in 2025. The Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro will be the 6th stop on the schedule. Snapper Rocks is home to some of the most famous victories in surfing history. Past winners include World Champions Kelly Slater, Stephanie Gilmore, Mick Fanning, Carissa Moore and Gabriel Medina amongst others.
Seems like you've caught us on an R&R day!
Check back again later or browse more events on the Gold Coast.
THE LATEST
News
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.