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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From now until 28 Jul 2024
Kirra Longboard Klassic
COST: FreeA fun longboard event designed to bring together like-minded amateur surfers in 2 fun-filled days of surfing. For 2023 the Kirra Longboard Klassic is supported with cultural, entertainment, lifestyle, and environmental activations and high performance surfing with international competitors.
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26 Jul 2024
Wayfinder
Prepare to be swept off your feet when one of Australia’s leading performing arts companies, Dancenorth, brings its explosive and transcendent production, Wayfinder, to the Gold Coast. Dubbed ‘a tonic of the times’, Wayfinder combines physical exuberance, sonic resonance, and collective exhilaration to create an explosive, kaleidoscopic fusion of dance, music, and visual art. Directed by Amber Haines and Kyle Page, Wayfinder sees Dancenorth Australia join forces with three-time Grammy nominated Australian band Hiatus Kaiyote and sound artist Byron J. Scullin to create a soaring composition, evoking pleasure and possibility. An undulating sound sculpture condenses and expands this scintillating score, immersing audiences in a new sonic dimension. Japanese-Australian visual artist Hiromi Tango offers her joyful, heart-expanding artwork to both the stage design and costumes for this sublime new performance, featuring lighting design by Niklas Pajanti. Navigating bigger and more ancient reference points, Wayfinder recognises connection as the central axis of the universe. By the stars, the waves, and the sun, we find our way.
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27 Jul 2024
Paddock to Plate with Alastair McLeod
Join them for a special evening featuring renowned celebrity chef, Alastair McLeod. This bespoke paddock-to-plate dining experience is a delightful occasion, meticulously crafted for our community. It serves as a celebration of the region’s culinary journey, a feast that brings together flavors, stories, and shared moments. As Craig Bassingthwaighte prepares for his retirement, we gather to appreciate his unwavering commitment as the Headmaster of Somerset College.
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01 Aug 2024
Gold Coast Mackay Yacht Race 2024
Australia's Newest Ocean Race, the 520 nautical mile Gold Coast Mackay Yacht Race allows boats from the Sydney Gold Coast event to keep on racing their way up the tropical coast to the Whitsundays, just in time for both Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island Race Weeks.
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01 Aug 2024 - 04 Aug 2024
2024 TRL State of Origin & World Cup
State of Origin will take place on July 21 (QLD v NSW). The World Cup will take place between August 1 and 4 . Both Events will house games across Men's, Women's, Mixed, Men's 30s and Mixed 30s.
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From now until 11 Aug 2024
BLEACH* Festival
BLEACH* is one of Australia’s leading and most exciting site-specific contemporary arts programs. Presented by Experience Gold Coast, the festival celebrates the city’s most dynamic and adventurous artists, welcomes renowned Australian and international collaborators and engages a broad audience through a range of events. Utilising the Gold Coast’s world-famous natural landscape as unconventional venues, Bleach* aims to deliver incredible arts and cultural experiences that challenge expectations, change perceptions and provide a unique and authentic sense of place, inspiring both locals and visitors alike. The full re-imagined program with a full line-up of artists and events for the program coming soon!
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02 Aug 2024
FOURTEEN Teacher Connect Night
FOURTEEN Teacher Connect NightExplore the unique nature of devising and adapting Verbatim Theatre and the process of utilising hybridity and conventions of Contemporary Theatre to create authentic storytelling. Consider the challenges of working with autobiographical texts and their value as springboards for creative writing and reflective practices in the classroom. Join Shake & Stir Team and like-minded educators in discussion about the complexities of the themes within the play and explore practical strategies for trauma-informed pedagogy. Includes PD resources, drinks and light refreshments and discount code to see FOURTEEN after the event. 4.30pm Registrations5pm Teacher Connect Start6.40pm PD conclude and networking commence7.30pm Fourteen Performance. Teaching Standards:Professional Knowledge 1 & 2, Professional Practice 4 and Professional Engagement 6,7.
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02 Aug 2024
FOURTEEN
FOURTEENFollowing a mega sold-out season in 2022, Fourteen is a heart-wrenching and hilarious theatre production set to a 90s soundtrack, with hits from Shania Twain to The Spice Girls! The year is 1999 and Shannon has a secret. Shannon Molloy is a year 9 student at an all-boys rugby-mad Catholic school in regional Queensland, with a secret that no one can ever find out. Shannon is gay. Based on the best-selling memoir by award-winning journalist Shannon Molloy, Fourteen is the inspirational true story of growing up gay in central Queensland, transformed into a powerful must-see theatre production by nationally acclaimed Shake & Stir Theatre Co. Set to a nostalgic mixtape of 90s bangers from all your faves, from Shania Twain to The Spice Girls, Fourteen addresses the trials and tribulations of growing up with honesty, humour, and heart. Equal parts uplifting and heart wrenching, we follow Shannon in a year of self-discovery set amidst a backdrop of torment, bullying and betrayal – not just at the hands of his peers, but by the adults who were meant to protect him. This moving coming-of-age memoir about adversity and tragedy is also a story of resilience, hope and hilarity – thanks to the love of a group of close-knit friends, a fiercely protective family, an extraordinary mother and... S Club 7. So press play on your discman, lose yourself in a pumping 90s pop remix and take a technicoloured trip back to your teens. This is Fourteen.. ★ ★★★★ ‘The perfect night at the theatre.’ Broadway World ‘Funny, sad and true, this is a play that will foster conversation, and save lives.’ The Australian AUSLAN INTERPRETATION: The performance at 7.30pm will be Auslan Interpreted, select the Auslan reserved seats when purchasing your tickets. If you require assistant, please contact Box Office on (07) 5588 4000 or email boxoffice@hota.com.au. Photo by David Fell
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04 Aug 2024 - 03 Aug 2024
Botanical Bazaar 2024
About The Botanical Bazaar is a family fun, earth friendly event that educates and inspires sustainable living and gardening. Set in the idyllic Country Paradise Parklands our two-day event is set to bloom with eco exhibitors, workshops, educational speakers, live music, kids’ nature-based activities, fantastic food and so much more. Everything green is showcased in a lively, entertaining and fun filled environment. Staged by the Rotary Club of Gold Coast, all proceeds go back to the local community. Dates Saturday 3 August 2024 - Sunday 4 August 2024 (UTC+10) Cost: $5.00 - $20.00
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03 Aug 2024
Gold Coast Titans vs Brisbane Broncos - NRLW Double Header
Feel the energy for the biggest game on the Gold Coast as the Macca’s Local Derby returns for a powerhouse blockbuster between the Titans & the Broncos, with the NRLW Titans headlining against the West Tigers. Witness greatness in an all-out Maroons thriller as Jayden Campbell, David Fifita & AJ Brimson battle it out against Patrick Carrigan, Selwyn Cobbo & Reece Walsh. Don’t miss one of the most anticipated games in the NRL and secure your tickets now for a day full of two action-packed games of footy, off-field entertainment and explosive action right from kick off. Experience all the action with the NRLW Titans v West Tigers kicking off at 12.45pm.
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04 Aug 2024
Dreamworld Fun Run
Dreamworld is thrilled to announce that early bird registrations are officially open for the highly anticipated 2024 Dreamworld Fun Run. Scheduled to take place on Sunday 4th August, this year’s event promises to be bigger, better, and more colourful than ever before with the park extending on last year’s event. Since its launch in 2021, the Dreamworld Fun Run has become a marquee event in the Gold Coast running calendar, featuring a unique experience with characters, colour, water pistols, wildlife, and plenty of entertainment on offer. This year, Dreamworld will open the event to more registrants than ever before, following the sell-out demand of last year. The 2024 Dreamworld Fun Run will feature the popular 2km Junior Dash and the exhilarating 5km Fun Run, where attendees can look forward to a day filled with fun, entertainment, and the chance to make an important difference. This year’s Dreamworld Fun Run will continue its tradition of giving back by supporting two incredible charities: LIVIN and Guide Dogs Queensland. As well as individual fundraising efforts, $5 from each entry purchased will directly contribute to their invaluable work, making a meaningful difference in the lives of many. Early bird registrations are now open, offering participants the opportunity to secure their spot at a discounted rate. To register or learn more about the event, visit the Dreamworld website at https://www.dreamworld.com.au/what-s-on/dreamworld-fun-run/
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04 Aug 2024
Wild Earth Border Bolt Running Festival
Bouncing out of the blocks on debut in 2022, the Border Bolt is back and takes you on back onto the bumpy but beautiful border trails in Currumbin Valley. With no less than 4 race distances to choose from; ranging from 6km & 13km, through to the 22km and 31km events form Round 2 in our Triple Crown Trail Series. A great stand-alone run or ideal prep for Coastal High; just 4 weeks later. The Border Bolt showcases the beautiful Gold Coast hinterland, yet starts and finishes by our world-famous beaches!
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04 Aug 2024
Your Local Wedding Guide Gold Coast Expo
When you visit Your Local Wedding Guide Gold Coast Expo, expect to be inspired by exciting new products and ideas, see gorgeous displays, listen to live music, plus go in the draw to win great prizes! Register Online for Free Tickets to their Gold Coast wedding expo at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Broadbeach. Loads of inspiration in a friendly and fun atmosphere! Showcasing reception venues through to cars, beauty, gowns, cakes, photographers, entertainment and much, much more, their amazing expo is the largest and longest running wedding expo on the Gold Coast. They help you plan your wedding using the most reliable and trusted wedding industry suppliers from the Gold Coast and South-East Queensland. All weddings are unique, so whether you're dreaming of a bohemian beach wedding, a rustic, vintage or modern styled wedding, let them help turn your dreams into reality. They don't cater to any one 'style' of wedding - everyone is welcome! See you there!
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04 Aug 2024 - 10 Aug 2024
Sanctuary Cove 2 Ball
Welcome to the Drummond Golf Sanctuary Cove 2 Ball Golf Tournament. It’s luxury, it’s social, it’s fun, and with Go Golfing’s signature event organization, it runs like clockwork. All you have to worry about is your game. It’s been a winning combination for years. Restricted to just 100 golfers, this event has a friendly, relaxed and intimate vibe. With everyone staying at the 5-star InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, you’ll bump into golfers just like you everywhere – lazing by the pool, at breakfast, hunting for a bargain in the pro shop or most likely at the bar.
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From now until 06 Aug 2024
Australian Pool Rescue Championships
The 2024 National and Interstate Pool Rescue Championships will be held at the Southport Aquatic Centre on Queensland’s Gold Coast. The Australian Pool Rescue Championships take us into aquatic centres around the country to test Australia’s most skilled swimmers and showcase various skills. The Australian Pool Rescue Championships are also one of the key qualifying events for our national lifesaving teams. It is also an opportunity for our elite lifesavers to display the skills that keep them rescue ready for the start of the patrol season.
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09 Aug 2024
Gold Coast Titans vs Cronulla Sharks
Prepare to feel the energy for Gold Coast’s Friday night footy as the Titans hunt down the Sharks in an epic clash of rugby league. Witness a star-studded blockbuster as Titans powerhouse forwards David Fifita and Moeaki Fotuaika seek vengeance against Nicho Hynes and his Sharks. Don’t miss an action-packed night of footy and secure your tickets now W plenty of giveaways, off-field entertainment, and explosive action from the starting whistle, this is a heart-racing night of sport you don’t want to miss. Get your tickets now and feel the energy! Don’t forget they have dedicated seating bays available for opposition fans, and every ticket includes free public transport on Queensland Rail Trains, G: Link and TransLink bus services.
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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.