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Listen Up People
Because we've got some serious live music pumping on our playlist. The program is a quality shuffle of local and international acts performing on a mind-blowing range of Gold Coast stages. Parkland rock festivals, folky-soul by the beach, jazz at the casino, stadium headliners. Sound good? Then crank it up!
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31 Oct 2025
Halloween at Southport Sharks
Get ready to unleash your spooky side at Sharks this Halloween! Kick off Halloween night with the whole family at Frenzy’s from 5PM! Tuck into a seafood buffet extravaganza, while the kids enjoy free face painting to get trick-or-treat ready. It’s the perfect early dinner stop before hitting the neighbourhood. From roaming zombies to chilling tunes, they’ve got the perfect fright night waiting for you. Their staff will be looking their ghoulish best – and we hope you do too. FIND OUT MORE
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From now until 17 Apr 2026
Based Comedy, Fridays at Madocke
Every Friday night Based Comedy are taking over upstairs at Madocke, with a lineup of the best comedians from around Australia and internationally, at one of the Gold Coast's newest and coolest little breweries. Belgian beers, big laughs and the perfect way to knock off for the week with a laugh. Visit the website for more info and to book your tickets.
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From now until 06 Dec 2025
Magic Men Gold Coast
Looking for the ultimate ladies' night or hens' party experience in Surfer’s Paradise, Gold Coast? Magic Men Gold Coast is the answer. Located in the vibrant heart of Surfer’s Paradise, this show promises an unforgettable evening of entertainment and excitement. Magic Men’s “Feel The Magic” is a spectacular live performance featuring Australia’s most talented male entertainers. From the moment the show starts, the Magic Men captivate the audience with jaw-dropping routines, mesmerizing dance moves, and a dazzling light show. Voted Australia’s Best Male Dance Group, these performers are known for their charisma, charm, and incredible stage presence. Whether it’s a special night out with friends or the perfect hens' party, Magic Men Gold Coast guarantees an experience like no other. The show is expertly choreographed to blend sensuality with top-notch entertainment, making it the ideal choice for any celebration. Audience participation is encouraged, adding an extra layer of fun and engagement. For those looking to elevate their evening, VIP packages offer exclusive perks and prime seating. Conveniently located in Surfer’s Paradise, Magic Men is surrounded by the best nightlife the Gold Coast has to offer. Book your tickets now and make your ladies' night or hens' party an unforgettable affair.
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From now until 20 Dec 2025
Comedy Underground Saturday Showcase
Every Saturday night, Based Comedy presents Comedy Underground in The Basement. It's a weekly showcase of hand-picked talent from all over Australia and around the world. Big name acts, up-and-coming crushers and the wild, subversive and unique voices making waves in live comedy. Saturday nights in The Basement are packed with 90 minutes of side-splitting laughs, and fresh new line ups every week. Comedy Underground is the Gold Coast's home of the very best live comedy.
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01 Nov 2025
Bjorn Again - The World's Number One ABBA Show 2025 Tour - Broadbeach
Mamma Mia, Björn Again are back! The world's no.1 ABBA show, Björn Again, is taking Australia by storm with their dazzling world-class show. Bringing the sparkle and joy of ABBA's timeless music to the stage once more, this Super Trouper event promises a singalong, dance-along extravaganza. With hits like Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, and SOS, and ballads like Winner Takes It All, Björn Again will make your Mamma Mia dreams a reality. Suitable for all ages, this unforgettable show connects generations. Don't miss out when Björn Again comes to a city near you.
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02 Nov 2025
Southport Military Heritage Museum Open Day
Hear stories of our troops’ exceptional bravery and unquestionable valour through photos, uniforms, medal galleries, and precious memorabilia. Housed in a heritage-listed naval drill hall, their historical attraction is 100% non-profit and run by passionate volunteers. FIND OUT MORE
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From now until 02 Nov 2025
Broadbeach Art & Craft Market
Large, colourful and a-buzz with atmosphere, these markets boast over 150 stalls showcasing the best and most original of Australian-made products, fresh produce, yummy food and live entertainment every Sunday. FIND OUT MORE Helpful Links: Free kids activities Gold Coast Things to do with kids on the Gold Coast What’s on for kids on Gold Coast School holiday activities Gold Coast Vacation Care Gold Coast
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From now until 29 Dec 2025
Karaoke at The Avenue
The Avenue hosts the Gold Coast most popular Karaoke show every Monday night. Featuring the amazing Karin from Red Hot Entertainment. Come and join the fun, where everyone becomes a star.
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05 Nov 2025
Gold Coast Jazz & Blues Club: The Soul Men
Gold Coast Jazz & Blues Club: The Soul MenThe Soul Men are more than a mere tribute to the Blues Brothers - they’re an electrifying soul, rhythm and blues experience. So if you’re looking to shake the cobwebs off in an exciting night of dancing, singing and high energy music, this is the show for you! Jake, Elwood and Sister Blues are backed by a powerhouse rhythm section and an electrifying brass section, and they’re on a mission to bring you the most immersive and authentic Blues Brothers experience you are ever likely to see. The Soul Men are a time-machine to a bygone era, where seeing a live band meant a good night out on the dance floor grooving along to music you can sing along to. You won’t find an act quite like this anywhere, so shake a tail feather and come catch them live! Presented by Gold Coast Jazz and Blues Club
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05 Nov 2025
The Soul Men - Blues Brothers Revue
The Soul Men are more than a mere tribute to the Blues Brothers - they're an electrifying soul, rhythm and blues experience. So if you're looking to shake the cobwebs off in an exciting night of dancing, singing and high energy music, this is the show for you! Jake, Elwood and Sister Blues are backed by a powerhouse rhythm section and an electrifying brass section, and they're on a mission to bring you the most immersive and authentic Blues Brothers experience you are ever likely to see. The Soul Men are a time-machine to a bygone era, where seeing a live band meant a good night out on the dance floor grooving along to music you can sing along to. You won't find an act quite like this anywhere, so shake a tail feather and come catch them live!
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07 Nov 2025
THIRSTY MERC - Summer Live ‘25
THIRSTY MERC Summer Live 25 Tour! Thirsty Merc tours are reaching legendary status, and the ‘Summer Live ’25 Tour’ is set to continue the sweet times and hot nights! The band has been furnishing audiences with quintessential soundtracks to Aussie summers for well over two decades now, and on ‘Summer Live ’25,’ fans will be treated to electrifying live versions of ‘Someday, Someday,’ ’20 Good Reasons,’ ‘Mousetrap Heart,’ ‘In The Summertime,’ ‘The Good Life,’ ‘Tommy and Krista’ and other Merc classics. Thirsty Merc formed in 2002, recorded their Debut album in 2003, sold over 250,000 albums (one double platinum, one platinum), received 5 ARIA nominations, garnered an APRA song of the year nomination, received extensive national airplay for multiple singles and videos and has toured constantly since the mid noughties. The band’s song ‘In The Summertime’ has just been signed on again for Series 19(!) of hit TV show ‘Bondi Rescue.’ Lead Singer Rai Thistlethwayte says in his own words: ‘We can’t thank our audiences enough for being so incredibly supportive during our last couple of tours. Our ’20 Good Years’ and ‘Electric Summer’ campaigns were endless amounts of fun to put together for you, and for those who came to the shows, we hope you felt the same! It seems like an even wider age group of people are enjoying Thirsty Merc’s music of late, and that in itself inspires us to keep going for years to come. We’ll do our absolute best to rock your world on the ‘Summer Live ’25 Tour!’ Book Tickets Now at www.thirstymerc.com
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07 Nov 2025
Kings of Comedy's Gold Coast Showcase Special
Kings of Comedy's premiere shows were a huge success, now they're back to do it all over again! This time with another completely different lineup. Keeping it fun and fresh. Don't miss this awesome showcase. They've now moved to a brand new location. The Oaks Hotel in Surfers Paradise Join them for a solid night of live entertainment at one of Australia's best-quality comedy clubs. Showcasing some of Australia's best new talent, supported by celebrity headline acts. Hand-selected quality lineups mean you're assured laughter from the get-go, then closed off with a professional headline act. Previous headliners include; Steve Hughes, Dave O'Neil, Dave Hughes, Lehmo, Jimeoin, Luke Heggie, Denise Scott, Fiona O'Loughlin, Marty Sheargold, Richard Stubbs, Nick Cody and more! This really is the night out you've been needing. Often patrons leave the night with sore jaws and stomachs with a positive vibe that can't be matched. So book a babysitter, send the kids to the Grandparents and head on down for a scrumptious meal and night you won't forget. Call that person you've been meaning to take on a date, now you have a 'good excuse'. Make this that special 'date night' you've been needing. Hurry and book now. Go on... You deserve a good laugh! Two shows. One Family Friendly All Ages and the other Adults Only.
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08 Nov 2025
Killer Queen Experience and The David Bowie Experience - West Burleigh
Queen and David Bowie are both music icons whose paths crossed in the 1980s when they collaborated on the hit song "Under Pressure" Coming off the back of their 2024 Asian Tour "Under Pressure" brings together two of Australia's most sort after Tribute Shows - The Killer Queen Experience and The David Bowie Show, starring John Blunt renowned worldwide for his resemblance to Freddie Mercury and Wayne Vitale known as the voice of David Bowie. This live performance will showcase the greatest hits (and costumes) from both artists with The David Bowie Show opening the night with songs such as Let's Dance, Hero's, Space Oddity, Changes, Ashes to Ashes, China Girl and many more. Killer Queen will deliver the full Experience performing all of Queen's greatest hits including – Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, Somebody to Love, Radio Ga Ga, Another One Bites the Dust and more in this two hour show not to be missed and
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09 Nov 2025
Ruination Album Tour - Gold Coast
Maryborough alt-rock trio Ruination are bringing their explosive new record Everything Eventually to the Gold Coast. Released via Golden Robot Records, this debut album is eleven tracks of raw emotion and melodic heaviness, music made to be felt live. The band's new single "Downward", premiered on HEAVY Mag, sets the tone: confronting loss, finding strength, and pushing forward with intensity. Expect huge riffs, surging dynamics, and a performance that hits hard from the first chord to the last crash. This moment is for anyone who's ever loved heavy, honest, soul-shaking rock. If you've been craving that wall-of-sound energy, this show will deliver it in full. Head 1$t lead with a fierce mix of punk and metal chaos, channeling raw mosh-pit energy into their own explosive sound. They'll be joined by Tomohung, bringing a riot of skate-punk-meets-metal mayhem — fast, fun, and impossible not to move to. Veratie return with their signature alt-rock/nu-metal hybrid, weaving melodic and rap vocals through a storm of synths, riffs, and rhythm. Fans of Tool, Silverchair, and Alice In Chains this one's for you.
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09 Nov 2025
SOLAR (Day Party)
IPEA Proudly presents...(Spanish description below)☀️ SOLAR – Gold Coast (Day Party)🎶 Afrobeat Latino - Reggaetón - Dancehall📅 Sunday, November 9th⏰ 3pm - 10pm📍 Nineteen at The Star – Gold Coast’s hottest rooftop🎉 BIRTHDAYS = FREE ENTRYBorn between November 6 & November 12? We’ve got you covered! 🎂👉 DM "BIRTHDAY-SOLAR" to @ipea26 or email and party for FREE.Limited spots – claim yours max before 2 days prior to the event.TICKETS🎟 Early Access – $15 (Must arrive before 5pm, If you purchase this ticket and arrive after 5pm, you will be charged an extra $10 at the door)🎟All Day Access – $25 (Can access anytime)🎟 Door All Day – $30 (Subject to availavility & capacity)👕 DRESS CODE = Dressy Casual Summer vibes✨ Keep it stylish!🚫 No thongs | 🚫 No singlets | 🚫 No hoodies | 🚫 No sportswear🎭 WHAT TO EXPECT✔️ Live Latino DJs dropping fire sets✔️ Special shows & performers✔️ Themed spaces & surprises✔️ Free merch giveaways✔️ An atmosphere you’ll never forget📞 INFO📲 Instagram: @ipea26📩 ⚡️ LIMITED TICKETS – don’t sleep on it!🔞 18+ event | Valid ID required | No refunds unless event is cancelled.🇪🇸 Español☀️ SOLAR – Gold Coast (Fiesta de Dia)🎶 Afrobeat Latino - Reggaetón - Dancehall📅 Domingo 9 de Noviembre⏰ 3pm - 10pm📍 Nineteen at The Star – El rooftop más🔥 de Gold Coast🎉 CUMPLEAÑOS = ENTRADA GRATIS¿Cumples entre el 06 y el 12 de noviembre? 🎂👉 Manda "BIRTHDAY-SOLAR" a @ipea26 o escribe a y entra GRATIS.Válido hasta 2 días antes – cupos limitados.ENTRADAS🎟 Early Access – $15 (Debes llegar antes de las 5pm, si compras esta entrada y llegas despues de las 5pm, deberas pagar $10 extra en la puerta)🎟 All Day Access – $25 (Puedes llegar a cualquier hora)🎟 Door All Day – $30 (Sujeto a disponibilidad & capacidad)👕 DRESS CODE = Verano Casual vibes✨ Estilo con flow🚫 NO chanclas | 🚫 NO camisetas sin mangas | 🚫 NO hoodies | 🚫 NO ropa deportiva🎭 QUÉ TE ESPERA✔️ DJs en vivo con los mejores beats✔️ Shows especiales + performers✔️ Espacios temáticos llenos de sorpresas✔️ Merch gratis✔️ Una vibra que no se olvida📞 CONTACTO📲 Instagram: @ipea26📩 ⚡️ ENTRADAS LIMITADAS – ¡no te quedes por fuera!🔞 Evento 18+ | ID válido obligatorio | No hay reembolsos salvo cancelación.COST: A$17.19 – A$33.08
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14 Nov 2025
Cooly Goes Country
COOLY GOES COUNTRY, Vixens of Fall Headline New Event at Coolangatta Hotel Country music is set to take centre stage at the iconic Coolangatta Hotel on Friday 14 November, with a spectacular new event headlined by none other than Vixens of Fall, Australia's powerhouse sister trio making waves in the country music scene. Bringing their signature blend of country-rock anthems and heartfelt harmonies, Vixens of Fall lead a dynamic lineup that promises to celebrate the heart and soul of modern country. Joining them on stage are rising star Piper Rodrigues, local favourites 78 Sound, and more acts to be announced in the coming weeks. In a special twist, the night will also feature a live performance by the winner of the Urban Stardust Band Competition, providing a unique platform for emerging talent to perform alongside some of Australia’s best. “This event is all about showcasing the energy, passion, and diversity of Australia’s country music scene, right here on the southern Gold Coast,” said event organizer Guy Palermo. Whether you're a die-hard country fan or just looking for a night of great music and good times, this is one not to miss.
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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.