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
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22 Jun 2024
Winter solstice Scottish pipes and bonfire
Come celebrate a winter solstice like the celts did back in the day, with Scottish pipes and a bonfire. Nothing more cosier that a warm fire on a cold winters night, and of course some traditional British food and ales.
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23 Jun 2024
Love - A Stranger
Step into the underground venue that is Mos Dessert Clubhouse as four strangers take the stage. Lily May, Mackenna Rose, Verona Hilzinger and Tara Lee will capture the stage with soulful vocals, heartfelt lyrics and dynamic performances, prepare to be swept away by the raw emotion and artistic expressions on display. Join them for an unforgettable evening filled with talent and raw emotion on the 23rd of June! This is an All Ages event.
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23 Jun 2024
Urzila Carlson
ABOUT Australia’s favourite South African-New Zealander Urzila Carlson is bringing their new show - Just Jokes to The Star Gold Coast in 2024! According to Carlson, the show premise is simple. “Just Jokes is as it says on the label! Just jokes! Come for a show and leave with a sore face from laughing! Switch off and relax”, she said. An undoubted comedy workhorse, Urzila is currently at the top of her touring game. Urzila has sold out two tours of the United Kingdom and a European tour in the last twelve months. Urzila also managed to squeeze in a season at the prestigious invitation-only Just For Laughs comedy festival in Montreal. In November, she will also host The Just For Laughs All-Star Gala alongside Dara O Briain, Joanne McNally and Russell Kane at the Sydney Opera House. A deadset fan favourite (quite literally), Urzila is now a three-time winner of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival's People's Choice Award for most tickets sold at the Festival. She is also a household name in Australia, not least of all as a regular member of the panel of Network Ten's Have You Been Paying Attention? She was a contestant in season 2 of Taskmaster NZ in New Zealand, now airing on BINGE in Australia and Channel 4 in the United Kingdom. Urzila made her UK TV debut in 2023, appearing on QI during her September overseas tour. She also appears on Celebrity Gogglebox Australia alongside her mates, Julia Morris and Nazeem Hussain. Don’t miss out on Urzila’s all-new show ‘Just Jokes’ at The Star Gold Coast on Sunday, June 23, 2024! “Effortlessly likeable... stream of belly-laughs.” - The Age “Carlson is a gifted and accomplished comedian - an absolute must-see.” - Appetite for the Arts “Belly laughs and guffaws aplenty.” ★★★★★ - The Music COST:From $71.30* *For any ticketing enquiries please email the thestargcbo@ticketek.com.au Important information: Subject to availability, change and cancellation. All guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian at all times. *A $7.30 service/delivery fee applies to all internet and telephone bookings through Ticketek.
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From now until 25 Sep 2024
Little Farmer Humpty Day - Kids Event
Come along to the camel farm for the school holidays, Little Farmer Humpty Day, and don't forget to dress like a farmer! Your children won’t forget this informative experience at Summer Land Camels as they are taken on a farm tour and introduced to the friendly camels. The 30 minute Kids farm tour includes patting and cuddling the camels, kids' activities and miniature goats. Make sure you bring your camera to get the perfect shot with your favourite camel! Please wear closed in shoes and a smile! While you are here, you can feed the friendly camels, shop around in the Skincare and Souvenir Shop, visit the Homestead Cafe for a delicious breakfast, brunch or lunch and try their famous Camelcino. All their dairy products are also available for purchase straight from the farm, so bring an esky or a cooler bag.
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27 Jun 2024 - 07 Jul 2024
The Doyles Art Award
An annual not-for-profit art award and exhibition held in the beautiful historic village of Mudgeeraba. Artists compete for cash prizes with the winner taking home $20,000. Focusing on representational art, The Doyles Award exhibits over 300 artworks entered by local and national artists. Categories include Landscape, Still Life, Figurative, Juniors and All Abilities. Start your art collection, or add to an existing one! All adult artwork is available for purchase. Entry is absolutely free. Come along and enjoy a few hours discovering the inspirational talent on display. Follow on socials or visit the website to see what activities, workshops and events are happening during The Doyles.
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28 Jun 2024
Cabaret De Paris
ABOUT Presented by: BOYD PRODUCTIONS Starring Australia’s Leading Lady - Rhonda Burchmore Be transported by the atmosphere and excitement of a Parisian-themed revue with a parade of first-class entertainers and the daring beauty of exquisitely bejewelled dancers as the stage Spectacular Cabaret De Paris comes back to Perth. Cabaret De Paris celebrates old-fashioned showgirl glamour combined with the skill of adagio dancers, aerial pole artistry, comedy circus performers, quick-change acts, illusionists, and of course the famous French Cancan Dancers! Don't miss your chance to fall under the charm of Australia’s Leading Lady, Rhonda Burchmore, the legendary showgirl and singer who has performed across the world from London’s West End to New York’s Broadway. Rhonda will be joined by the absolute crème de la crème of Australia’s leading showgirls, who have graced the stages of Moulin Rouge, the Lido and other French cabaret revues in this spectacular 90-minute production. “A burlesque-hip hop-circus mash-up, a glamorous package of exotic dancers, illusionists, adagio performers and a razor-sharp resident clown” - XS Entertainment “Cabaret de Paris’ was a sequin-filled evening of burlesque meets Cirque du Soleil” – Theatre Haus “A truly magnificent evening’s entertainment which brought a world-class show from Paris” – Aussietheatre.com COST:From $59.00 To $99.00 *For any ticketing enquiries please email thestargcbo@ticketek.com.au
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28 Jun 2024
Felipe Baldomir - Tides Tour
Felipe Baldomir is a Coastal Indie-Folk singer/songwriter from Uruguay, South America, currently based in Byron Bay, Australia. People often refer to his music as a blend of Jack Johnson, Xavier Rudd and Tash Sultana. His coastal sound travels from the Folk world of open-tunings, harmonica & steady power beats to an uplifting soundscape of groovy guitar riffs, loops, punchy saxophone runs, synth/keys and vocals. Since arriving in Sydney in August 2018, he has converted a van into a ‘rolling home & studio’ and has been performing nationwide. From busking in the streets, playing backyard shows & supporting local musicians such as Kim Churchill, Jack Botts, The Dreggs, etc, to headlining sold-out shows all around Australia & playing at iconic festivals such as Queenscliff Music Festival, Changing Tides Festival, Ocean Sounds, NYE On The Hill, Frankston Waterfront Festival, etc (sharing the stage with Aussie legends like Xavier Rudd, Ziggy Alberts, Temper Trap, Boy & Bear, Dan Sultan, etc). From one campervan to another, in 2023 only, Felipe completed over 100 shows across Australia, Europe, the United Kingdom and South America. This is an 18-plus event.
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29 Jun 2024
Scenic Rim's Winter Harvest Festival
Winter Harvest Festival is a fabulous, relaxed day out for families and food lovers alike. As the signature event of Eat Local Month, this authentic food festival proudly showcases the best of the Scenic Rim's culinary offerings. It's an invitation to literally eat and drink your way around the region, connect with local producers and watch cooking demonstrations led by world-renowned chefs all in one flavour-filled day! So prepare to delight your palate with an endless selection of tasting plates, discover new wines, and stock up on fresh produce while immersing yourself in the excitement of the Tractor Pulling Competition, where teams compete against a 12-tonne tractor. Which team will clock the fastest time and win the prize? For the first time in over a decade, the Winter Harvest Festival is moving to the charming country town of Kalbar, promising a picturesque setting for a day of festivities. Pack your empty eskies, round up the kids, and gather your friends for the ultimate family-friendly farm gate event and an absolute overload of country hospitality! Visit the website for tickets and further information.
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From now until 29 Sep 2024
Kids and Families Fishing Lesson – Paradise Point
Do your kids want to go fishing but you’re not sure what to do? Want to learn how to fish, but feel uncomfortable about it? Send them along and they will take care of all the tangles, while they learn alongside other kids or families in the same boat. 2 Bent Rods will ease everyone into fishing with this fun and educational activity. Classes are very hands-on, everyone will be shown how to use the equipment and receive help to correct their technique. Kids and families will learn to read the beach, catch bait with yabby pumps and a bait net, tie a fishing knot, cast a rod and hopefully land a fish. They will pick up plenty of tips to help make their next fishing adventure more successful. This class is for both kids and families. All bait and fishing equipment provided. Bookings are essential.
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From now until 22 Dec 2024
Kids and Families Fishing Lesson - Currumbin
Do your kids want to go fishing but you're not sure what to do? Want to learn how to fish, but feel uncomfortable about it? Send them along to this award-winning program and they will take care of all the tangles, they've had plenty of experience with flying hooks over the past 18 years. They will ease everyone into fishing with this fun and educational activity. Classes are very hands-on, everyone will be shown how to use the equipment and receive help to correct their technique. Squeals of delight (maybe fear) can be heard echoing down the beach when the kids pump up yabbies. You and your family will have a ball learning an awesome life skill, bond and make wonderful memories for the day. Kids and families will learn to read the beach, catch bait with yabby pumps and a bait net, tie a fishing knot, cast a rod and hopefully land a fish. They will pick up plenty of tips to help make their next fishing adventure more successful. This class is for both kids and families. All bait and fishing equipment provided. All staff have blue cards for working with children. Bookings are essential.
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30 Jun 2024
The Progressive Paddock with Ash Martin
Gather your friends for a farm foraging experience, strolling through the paddocks to pick up fresh produce. Each stop will feature a different ingredient, small dish and drink. Finish the afternoon adventure under the towering jacarandas, where Scenic Rim Food Ambassador Ash Martin will prepare the main meal of local Kalbar beef with charred organic broccoli, turmeric and lime broth, Fifth Acre herbs, fermented cabbage and fresh chilli. Relax in great company with fantastic food, drinks, and live music, leaving with a full belly and fresh produce. Looking for an all-day experience? Tash Maree Tours is offering a day trip option out of Brisbane and Ipswich that includes The Progressive Paddock event plus a stop at Olive View Estate – click here for more details. This event is presented as part of Scenic Rim Eat Local Month. Cost: $185
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From now until 06 Jul 2024
Junior State Cup
The Junior State Cup is the premier junior affiliate touch football competition in Queensland. Queensland Touch Football is excited to announce the 2024 event will now be held in Redlands, 4-6 July 2024 at the Redland Showgrounds, Cleveland home of the Redlands Touch Football Association. The event is held in July annually and provides the platform for junior touch football players to compete to the named the champion affiliate in their age division. The event is open to affiliate teams across Queensland and is a fun, safe event for Junior Touch Football lovers!
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05 Jul 2024
Hayley Grace and The Bay Collective Winter Tour
Hayley Grace and The Bay Collective are keeping the fires of funk stoked this winter and Mo's Desert Clubhouse are set to host one of their biggest shows of the year with a dynamic diverse funk explosion! A fully stacked supporting lineup with some southeast QLD/Northern NSW’s most exciting performers. Don't miss this incredible ensemble of formidable melodic mavens weaving between funk, soul, reggae and world music, a night not be missed. CC The Cat, Trilla and Felicity Lawless in support. This is an 18-plus event.
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06 Jul 2024
Entrapment ~ Live at Mo's
Entrapment are set to shatter the stage at Mo's Desert Clubhouse on the 13th of April. These heavy metal legends are joining forces with heavy acts Blindside, Rimmy Grasa and Deathproof to bring you a night of Southport's and Sunshine Coast's finest hardcore. Doors open at 12pm. An all ages event not to miss. This is an All Ages event.
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06 Jul 2024 - 07 Jul 2024
Laneway Kids at Cavill Lane
Stop into Cavill Lane on the 6th and or 7th of July for free family friendly activities and entertainment between 12 and 2pm. They invite you to have some school holiday fun, right in the heart of the Gold Coast. Look out for free live music, roving juggler and more. Extend your stay by dining at one of the many restaurants, further the fun by visiting one of the new attractions and enjoy your time at the place where food, people and entertainment meet. Visit the website for details. Event schedule may be subjected to change.
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06 Jul 2024 - 07 Jul 2024
Gold Coast Marathon presented by ASICS
Celebrate the 44th edition of the Gold Coast Marathon presented by ASICS and run for the good times on the beautiful Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. The world class international marathon will attract participants of all ages and abilities from around the world across eight races including the ASICS Gold Coast Marathon, CPL Wheelchair Marathon, Half Marathon, Southern Cross University 10km Run, CPL Wheelchair 10km, Gold Coast Airport 5km, 4km Junior Dash, 4km Wheelchair and 2km Junior Dash. The Gold Coast Marathon, a World Athletics Label Road Race, is the pinnacle of road running events in Australia and during its history has distinguished itself as one of the most prestigious marathons in the world. Its famous flat, fast and scenic course located alongside the city’s renowned surf beaches and stunning Broadwater plus ideal winter running conditions featuring low humidity, little wind and mild temperatures result in over 60 per cent of participants achieving personal best times each year.
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Destination 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.