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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 02 Dec 2026
Distracted
ADHD Expert Panel Discussions and Q&A'sJoin us on the first Wednesday of every month for DISTRACTD — a warm, neurodivergent-affirming event series exploring ADHD, autism and neurodiversity. Each month features a curated theme and expert speakers from psychology, psychiatry, education, medicine, therapy and lived experience.Designed for neurodivergent individuals, parents, teens, teachers, clinicians, and anyone who lives or works alongside ND brains. Expect diverse perspectives, practical insights, Q&As and community connection.Calm lighting, lower volume levels, breakout spaces, flexible seating and an armband system help make the environment sensory-friendly.All ages welcome. Free to attend.
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03 Sep 2026
Boy & Bear - Tripping Over Time Regional Tour - Gold Coast
Following the biggest headline shows of their career at the Sydney Opera House Forecourt and Brisbanes Riverstage, Boy & Bearare bringing their captivating Tripping Over Time tour to the regions! Boy & Bear swiftly catapulted onto the world stage releasing their double-platinum debut album Moonfire which went on to receive five coveted ARIA awards and worldwide critical acclaim. Their follow-up Harlequin Dream and Limit of Love albums both charted at #1 on the ARIA charts with Harlequin Dream also surpassing Platinum sales. Their latest album ‘Tripping Over Time’ (December 2025) was launched to over 5,500 Boy & Bear fans at the iconic Sydney Opera House Steps, landing at #1 on the Australian Album Charts, and further cementing the band’s glowing reputation as one of Australia’s most outstanding live acts and captivating musical exports.
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04 Sep 2026
2026 NRL Telstra Premiership Gold Coast Titans v Dolphins (Round 27)
Friday night footy under the lights!See the Gold Coast Titans take on the Dolphins for the final round of the 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership.Expect big hits, exciting plays and epic rivalry as the Titans battle it out on home turf.Off the field, there'll be live entertainment, giveaways and plenty of fun for everyone.Get your tickets now and feel the energy!
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04 Sep 2026
Aussie medium Simon Hay at Club Beaudesert
An Evening of Spirit Connection and Mediumship Readings with Aussie Medium, Simon HayJoin Simon Hay for an entertaining evening of spirit connection, mediumship readings, and healing.Simon is a psychic medium, medical intuitive, and healer who works with clients across Australia and New Zealand through private sessions and live events. His down-to-earth style makes mediumship accessible, engaging, and surprisingly accurate—blending heartfelt moments with humour and real connection.During the event, Simon shares personal and meaningful messages from spirit, while also educating audiences about the mediumship process. There will be an opportunity to ask questions about spirit, healing, and Simon’s career.If you’re curious about communicating to spirit and wonder if your family in spirit is with you, you’ll love this event.· a demonstration of psychic mediumship readings· Q and A — ask questions about spirit and Simon’s career· arrive to be seated by 7:15 pm· $55/ticket· re ticket purchasers, we have a no refund policy· attendance doesn’t guarantee you’ll get a reading· seating isn’t allocatedThis is a 16+ event. Parents, be aware that I often talk about topics suitable only for adults and sometimes use profanity.To be polite and respectful, turn off your phone during the event, and do not video or record any part of the event.Prior to attending this event, visit Simon Hay's website, read all the information there and the disclaimer in its entirety. Thank you.
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04 Sep 2026 - 06 Sep 2026
2026 AASCF QLD State Championships Cheer & Dance Championships
The Australian All Star Cheerleading Federation State Championship Series, running in September, is hugely popular as the entirety of each States All Star Cheer and Dance teams in all ages, genres and levels compete for the State Title.
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04 Sep 2026
Geed Up
Expect soulful three-part harmonies, high-energy hip-hop choreography, breakdancing, acrobatics, a splash of DJing and rapping, and the biggest hits across every genre and era all wrapped up in a show that's equal parts hilarious and genuinely impressive. Think a slightly chaotic, laugh out loud tribute act with serious talent hiding behind the jokes.It's free, it's fun, and it's the perfect way to kick off your weekend with family and friends. All ages welcome so grab the crew and come find out why everyone's talking about the show that calls itself "the worst".
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05 Sep 2026
Urban Cocktail Trail Burleigh Heads
Grab your friends and set off to explore a handpicked selection of Burleigh Heads' best bars on the self-guided Urban Cocktail Trail. Whether you're a die-hard cocktail fan or just looking for a laid-back afternoon out, this trail is all about great drinks and good times.How does it work? Kick off your day with a bite at your chosen venue using your complimentary $10 food voucher, then hit the trail with your cocktail vouchers in hand. From there, wander from bar to bar at your own pace, sipping your way through your favourites from the signature cocktail list, where you stop (and sip) is completely up to you.Tickets won't last long, so secure yours now and get ready for an afternoon bursting with flavour and fun.
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05 Sep 2026
Village Roadshow Family Fun Day
The annual Village Roadshow Theme Parks Family Fun Day is back at The Gold Coast Turf Club!Round up the family for a fun-filled day of racing and entertainment as your favourite characters from Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Paradise Country make special appearances throughout the day.With free Pony Rides, Face Painting, Jumping Castles and plenty of family-friendly entertainment, there's something for everyone to enjoy.General Admission is free – simply register to attend.
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05 Sep 2026
Miami Marketta Gold Coast Market - Saturday 5 September, 2026
Love Me Again Market is heading to Miami Marketta!Join us for a morning of pre-loved fashion, good food and coffee, music and great times at this iconic Gold Coast venue!Make your plans to shop from an incredible range of pre-loved designer and on-trend women’s fashion and accessories OR book a stall to earn some cash and find your pre-loved outfits a new home!This is a 100% indoor and accessible venue. It is also FREE ENTRY for shoppers! Don’t forget to BYO market bag to carry all of your goodies. We are SO excited - we can't wait to see you there!EVENT DETAILSThis market runs from 8am-12pm. Upon booking you will receive an extensive stallholder info pack with all the information you need for market day including bump in times and parking details!STALL COST$85 + booking fee (Split a stall with a friend and pay only $42.50 each! Strictly maximum 2 people per stall) WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR STALLA 2m x 1.5m market space1 x 1.2m table included in stallEach stall will have access to a chairStallholders to bring up to 2 clothing hanging racks (highly recommended)PLUS!Changerooms and mirrors provided on-siteStreet parking for stallholders and customers available in surrounding streetsDownloadable signage and pricing posters to print at homeFull insurance coverCoffee & food vendors on-site!Love Me Again Markets are a welcoming and fun environment for all people, all ages and all sizes. Our markets are focused on customer experience - try clothes on in our change rooms, enjoy easy access with heaps of car parking for customers and meet likeminded women at this fun event.We have an amazing community of customers at every market and our staff are always on hand if you have any questions. We can’t wait to have you join us!
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07 Sep 2026 - 08 Sep 2026
The Scene Project
The Scene ProjectNow in its 12th year, The Scene Project is a statewide participatory project that involves secondary schools (Years 7-12) in the creative process of performance, from rehearsal through to presentation. It acknowledges young people and teachers as artists and encourages the making, presenting, viewing and responding to live performance in a professional space and manner. The Scene Project prioritises collaboration, professional development of teachers and young people, and enhancing existing curriculum or co-curricular activity in schools.Image credit: Jade Ellis
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09 Sep 2026
Drag Queen Bingo | 9 September
Forget nanna bingo - this is full-blown DRAG BINGO CHAOS 💅🎉 Round up your crew and settle in for a wild night of laughs, games and outrageous fun, hosted by the iconic Drag Bingo GC!Featuring epic Drag performances as well as DJ VICES dropping banging tunes throughout the night! 🎶🔥The party comes to you with our exclusive Drag Bingo-themed cocktails delivered straight to your table, plus feast your way through the incredible street food vendors at Miami Marketta.Loud, proud and totally unforgettable - you’ve been warned 😉MA15+ event This is a safe, inclusive and accepting space. No children or babies — strictly no exceptions.
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10 Sep 2026 - 12 Sep 2026
Elegantly Wasted featuring the songs of INXS
Elegantly Wasted featuring the songs of INXSStep into a world where image is everything, and nothing is quite as it seems.Elegantly Wasted unfolds in the polished anonymity of a grand hotel lobby. Here, a constellation of young, impeccably dressed influencers glide through a space defined by luxury and illusion. Draped in vibrant, high-fashion silhouettes, they curate their lives in real time: each gesture measured, each interaction performed. Attention is currency. Identity is construction. Connection is choreography.In this seductive landscape, spontaneity is rehearsed, intimacy is stylised, and even solitude becomes spectacle.But beneath the shimmer lies an unsettling emptiness: like an exquisite designer bag carried for status, not substance. Slowly, the façade begins to crack. A pose lingers too long. A smile tightens. The seamless slips. What begins as perfection reveals something raw, fragile and unmistakably human.Set to the iconic, genre-defining music of INXS, Elegantly Wasted is a striking contemporary work that charts a compelling shift from artifice to awareness, from surface to soul. It invites us to question what we perform, what we conceal, and what we might rediscover if we dare to be seen without filters.At once glamorous and unflinching, this is dance that pulses with urgency, beauty and truth, capturing a generation caught between projection and authenticity, and the enduring human desire to connect.Image credit: David Kelly
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10 Sep 2026 - 11 Sep 2026
Live Like Her Challenge - Gold Coast
Live Like Her Challenge – Gold Coast invites you to spend one night sleeping in your car to raise vital funds and awareness for older women facing homelessness. This impactful event sheds light on the growing crisis affecting grandmothers, mothers, sisters, and friends in the community..One night if your life can change hers forever.Right now, thousands of older women in Queensland are facing homelessness, many of them right here on the Gold Coast. These are not just statistics; they are our grandmothers, mothers, sisters, aunties, friends, women who are simply struggling to stay afloat.With the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, more and more women are finding it difficult to make ends meet. It's a heartbreaking reality, but one we have the power to change.The Live Like Her Challenge is a powerful fundraising event that raises vital funds to provide housing and support for these vulnerable women.By taking part, you're not just spending one night in your car, you're offering someone a home, a sense of safety, and a better life.Join them to ensure more older women have a safe place to call home. They can't do this without you, but together we can make a real difference.
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11 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026
Turf Games Summer Festival 2026
Turf Games returns to the Gold Coast for the 5th year running.This year's event is bigger and better than last year's with more athletes, more brands and more going on and off the Turf. Welcoming teams from all across Australia, New Zealand and beyond in what will be a big celebration for the fitness community.Turf Games is a global event series offering team based functional fitness competitions for athletes of all abilities. It is built around a 'festival vibe' with music, good food, drinks and brand activations. The atmosphere is an inclusive fitness weekend open to all abilities. The aim is to create a fun, social, goal orientated event that brings people together not only for the event days but in the leadup through training. The competitions are designed to be a way to motivate your fitness training, and bring gyms, studios, and the fitness industry together.
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From now until 11 Dec 2026
Art Explorers
Art ExplorersJoin us for Art Explorers – HOTA Gallery tours for little people with big imaginations. These playful sessions invite children and their parents/carers to connect with art through movement and storytelling, encouraging curiosity, creativity and fun! This program is recommended for children aged 2-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult carer and cannot be left unsupervised at any time. Thank you for your understanding.
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11 Sep 2026
JEBEDIAH
Prepare for a blistering night of anarchic bliss, infectious energy and pure nostalgia as Jebediah bring their live show to The Balcony at Cooly Hotel in a quest to leave hearts and ears buzzing. Getintoit!
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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.