From now until 23 Apr 2026

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary School Holiday Programs

Keep your kids active and let them connect in nature during the April 2026 school holidays!The school holiday programs are animal-packed, educational and full of fun. Choose from a different adventure every day, each program designed to introduce your child to wildlife, nature and conservation.Numbers are limited.

05 Apr 2026

Easter Eggstravaganza at The Marine Village, Sanctuary Cove

The Gold Coast's most exciting Easter event is back at The Marine Village, Sanctuary Cove. Experience a free, family friendly day of fun activities!Hop into the festive spirit this Easter as the Marine Village transforms into a wonderland of free family fun! Join in for a magical day filled with excitement, adventure, and Easter cheer for all ages with entertainment including Pony Rides, an Animal Petting Zoo, Face Painting, interactive Easter Shows, Kilkie Cruises, Train Rides, Easter Bunny meet and greets and so much more!Little explorers are invited to join an egg‑stra special Easter scavenger adventure, following clues and completing fun challenges as they make their way around the precinct. After finishing every activity, they can return to the registration table to collect their delicious chocolate reward. Registration is essential for the Easter egg hunt, and you can register via the Sanctuary Cove website.Gather your family and friends and celebrate Easter the Sanctuary Cove way—sunshine, laughter, and unforgettable holiday magic.

09 Apr 2026 (Monthly)

Creative Conversations

Are you a local artist or creative looking to connect with Senior Arts Officers? Want to chat about your practice, explore opportunities, or find out how we can support your work?Join us for our free monthly drop-in sessions — informal, one-on-one 20-minute meetings designed to help you:Get tailored advice on your creative projectsLearn about funding, partnerships, and community engagementAsk questions and share your ideasWhen: Second Thursday of each monthTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMWhere: Broadbeach Community SpaceBookings essential – reserve your spot now!

11 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2026

Supanova Pop Culture Expo Gold Coast

The Supanova Pop Culture Expo Gold Coast is set to captivate fans and enthusiasts from all walks of life on April 11-12, 2026, at the prestigious Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. This vibrant celebration of pop culture showcases the best in comics, anime, movies, and gaming, promising an immersive experience filled with panels, workshops, and exclusive merchandise. Attendees can look forward to meeting beloved creators, participating in cosplay competitions, and engaging with fellow fans in a lively atmosphere. HighlightsPopular among visitors forTop 100 in Entertainment & Media in Australia

11 Apr 2026

Supanova 2026 - Gold Coast

From now until 12 Apr 2026

Supanova Comic Con and Gaming

Supanova Comic Con and Gaming has been the welcoming home of Australia’s pop culture fandom since 2000; a place where fans inspired by imaginary worlds emanating from comics, sci-fi, fantasy, anime, gaming, nostalgia and literature have been able to come together to celebrate. A place to rejoice in cosplay (‘costume role-‘play’) in expressing your inner geek, your inner child.Supa-Star celebrities, fan clubs, exciting exhibitors and exclusives have been woven in with entertainment technology, collectables, toys and four-colour fun.At the very heart of it though is the opportunity Supanova provides to aspiring talent, artists and creators as a local national platform to showcase their work to an adoring public that enjoys and enthusiastically embraces newly invented worlds. Where the community of fans are ready to jump on for another adventure in helping catapult projects towards the stars!It’s that passion for the next great adventure that beats at the very core of what Supanova Comic Con and Gaming is all about so jump aboard and whether you’re seven or seventy, it’s going to be a blast!

From now until 17 Apr 2026

Broadbeach Bricks

Broadbeach will transform into a LEGO® lover's paradise as Broadbeach Bricks returns for its fourth annual celebration, bigger, brighter, and more exciting than ever.Proudly presented by Kollosche and supported by Cr Darren Taylor and Division 10 Gold Coast, this free, family-friendly event delivers five action-packed days of creativity, hands-on fun, and epic builds during the school holidays.This year's MegaCity themed event invites kids and grown-ups alike to step into a buzzing brick-built metropolis. Think towering skyscrapers, busy construction sites, transport hubs, emergency services, and even futuristic cityscapes, a whole world of urban imagination waiting to be explored.The highlight of the event is the Epic Build, a giant, collaborative LEGO® Mega City that grows throughout the week. Families can roll up their sleeves and help shape the skyline, adding skyscrapers, roads, vehicles, and city landmarks to create a bustling metropolis like no other. Every brick counts.LEGO® Masters Australia Season 2 runners-up Andrew and Damien from Clicking Bricks will lead free one-hour workshops twice daily (10:30am & 1pm), giving kids the chance to unleash their imaginations and build incredible city creations alongside true LEGO pros.

19 Apr 2026

Gold Coast Ramble at Main Beach

Looking for an engaging and fun-filled day with your friends or family?Look no further! Gold Coast Rotary is thrilled to invite you to the 6th Gold Coast Ramble. This exciting team event is not just about having fun, it's an opportunity to win amazing prizes, enjoy quality entertainment, and contribute to a great cause. The best part is, the fun lasts for two whole hours!

From now until 19 Apr 2026 (Annual)

Sea World Foundation Ocean Clean Up Community Event

Sea World Foundation is calling on Gold Coast ocean lovers to help care for the beautiful ocean and wildlife that call it home. Volunteer to dive below the surface to remove rubbish from marine ecosystems or contribute to the cause by helping pick up litter along the shore.Then celebrate with a free barbecue, live music, eco-activities and prizes at this family-friendly fun day out!Register today and make a difference!This project has received funding support from the Queensland Government's Community Sustainability Action grant program.

02 May 2026 - 16 May 2026 (Fortnightly)

Ross Noble - Cranium of Curiosities

Roll up, roll up! Or use a more conventional form of transport to get to the show. It’s entirely your choice. Unless you accidentally become trapped in a barrel*. Should that happen, then just find an incline and start rolling to see the one and only Ross Noble! He is the Wizard of Waffle, The Rambler Royale, The Noodlers’ Noodler, and he’s back live on stage to tour a tornado of tangents. What the show will be about is anybody’s guess, but that’s all part of the fun when you look inside his Cranium of Curiosities.   *We strongly advise trying not to get trapped in a barrel before or during the performance. Despite the expression 'barrel of laughs', it may impede your enjoyment of the show and potentially anger a cooper**.   **barrel maker. We are fairly certain the mascara mishap music maker Alice Cooper would be fine with it.   “Thrilling to watch… weepingly funny” - Daily Mail "No one does off-the-wall noodling better" - Evening Standard (4 Stars)   www.alist.com.au www.rossnoble.com   Tickets: Adult $64.90; Groups 10+ $59.90 pp Restricted 15+, no babes in arms permitted. Share platters (up to 2 people) are available at a cost of $28. An option to purchase will appear through the ticketing process.

05 May 2026 - 08 May 2026

Retail Global Gold Coast

"Annual Retail Global for eCommerce retailers" Join us at Retail Global Gold Coast, an extraordinary conference taking place at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, where the focus is on delivering powerful strategies that can elevate your retail business. This event promises to be a hub for innovation and networking in the retail industry, featuring over 75 exhibitors and attracting around 1500 attendees from across Australia. It's a unique opportunity for retail professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to gather and share insights on the latest trends and strategies in ecommerce and retail.The conference will include engaging keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions designed to provide actionable tactics that drive growth. Attendees will connect with a diverse range of companies, including venture capitalists and thought leaders, fostering an immersive environment aimed at collaborative growth. Notably, the event will also feature curated double opt-in meetings between leading retailers and solution providers, allowing for meaningful discussions that can lead to valuable partnerships. Additionally, the conference will culminate in an epic closing concert with performances by DJ Shoebox Moses and DJ John Course, celebrating the vibrant spirit of the retail community. This is an event you won't want to miss if you're looking to gain insights, expand your network, and learn how to succeed in today's competitive retail landscape. HighlightsPopular among visitors forTop 100 in Education & Training in Australia Display & Presentation Amenities Communication

09 May 2026 - 23 May 2026

Macbeth

Step into the smoky glamour of 19th century Las Vegas in this bold reimagining of Macbeth. Amid the flashing lights and shadowy corners of the city gambling's Underworld, a ruthless mob enforce drawn into a deadly game of ambition. Guided by haunting visions from mysterious slot machines that foretell his rise, he begins a violent descent into betrayal, paranoia, and bloodshed. Shakespeare's iconic tragedy is reborn in a world of vice and vengeance, where power comes at the highest cost.Rating: 12 + Contains references to death & drugs, mature themes Saturday 9 May 2026 - Saturday 23 May 2026 (UTC+10) Cost: $25.00 - $30.00

14 May 2026

Pass Around the Smile LIVE

Pass Around the Smile LIVEPass Around the Smile began when Cleo Massey, actress known for H2O: Just Add Water, set out to bring more hope and positivity into her life after years of rejection and unfulfilment. A decade later, she’s helping thousands tap into their power and potential. Now, for the first time, Pass Around the Smile is hitting the road for its debut podcast tour.Pass Around the Smile Live invites you to step inside the magic like never before. This uplifting experience feels like an evening with your most inspiring friend ~ the one who lifts you up, gently challenges you, and reminds you that your best self is within reach. Through heartfelt storytelling, spirituality, reflection and simple self-development tools, Cleo will guide you through meditations and activities designed to raise your vibration and reconnect you with yourself.Expect inspiration, clarity and connection in a feel-good night out. Manifestation doesn’t have to be serious ~ it gets to be fun.

16 May 2026 - 17 May 2026

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.

04 Jul 2026

ACA Gold Coast Chapter - July 2026

About The ACA Gold Coast Chapter meets on the first Saturday of each month. Agenda: TBC Date Saturday 4 July 2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (UTC+10) Robina Community Centre, Multipurpose Room 1 San Antonio Court, Robina QLD 4226 Cost: $15.00

18 Jul 2026

Sip & Sing: A Villian Sing-Along

Get ready to raise your glass and unleash your inner baddie at Sip & Sing: A Villain Sing-Along!This wickedly fun sin-along invites you to belt out your favorite villain anthems, from iconic Broadway bangers to Disney’s most devilish hit, all while sipping on your favourite drinks. Featuring a host of Javeenbah’s charismatic crooks and glamorous misfits, this interactive musical experience is equal parts party and performance. So grab a drink, warm up those vocal cords, and join us for a night where the villains take center stage! Saturday 18 July 2026 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM (UTC+10) Cost: $15.00 - $20.00