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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 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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24 Aug 2024
Queensland Multicultural Fair 2024 (CANCELLED)
About First time in Australia , we coming up with Queensland Multicultural Fair with live performances, Fashion parade, unlimited rides, Exotic food Drummers, Unity Parade . More then 15 local organisations are collaborating to organise this event . Date Saturday 24 August 2024 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM (UTC+10) Warner Bros. Movie WorldPacific Mwy, Oxenford Queensland 4210
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24 Aug 2024 - 22 Dec 2024
Currumbin Fishing Lesson for all ages
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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24 Aug 2024
Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour - Gold Coast
The Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour showcases a two-and-a-half-hour program of the most inspiring, heartfelt, and entertaining films celebrating adventurous women from independent filmmakers around the globe. Experience the thrill of exploration and the triumph of the human spirit as a unique selection of films of varying lengths and styles are presented, shining the light on the women of the adventure world. Prepare to be captivated by stories of grit and determination, skill, and big dreams brought to life on the big screen. From mountaintop triumphs to exploration odysseys, the films will transport you to the edge of your seat and inspire you to conquer your own challenges. This is more than just a film tour – it's a celebration of courage, resilience, and the power of the human spirit. Whether you're seeking adrenaline-pumping action or heartwarming tales of triumph, the Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour has something for everyone. Join a night of adventure and inspiration packed full of positivity. Whether you're young or young at heart, male or female, seasoned adventurer or aspiring explorer, the Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour promises to reignite your passion for life and leave you ready to tackle your next great adventure. Don't miss out on this incredible journey – get your tickets now and prepare to be inspired!
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24 Aug 2024
Top Dog Film Festival 2024 Gold Coast
Celebrate the canine connection through this carefully curated collection of heartwarming stories about dogs and their people at the 2024 Top Dog Film Festival. Meet dogs from all walks of life on the big screen at the 2024 Top Dog Film Festival. Experience the stories of unlikely agility dogs, unbreakable bonds and canine companions that enrich the lives of all those they encounter. Experience heartfelt stories of people who dedicate their lives to improving the outcomes for man’s best friend and meet a very clever dog who will steal a piece of your heart. The 2024 Top Dog Film Festival presents a 2+ hour cinematic celebration honouring the bond between dogs and their people. Filled with delightfully doggy moments of joy and celebration of your beloved canine companions. This carefully curated program of short canine-themed films is comprised of the most inspirational, heart-warming and entertaining stories about dogs and their human companions, from independent filmmakers around the globe. Get your tickets before they all sell out – you’d be barking mad to miss it. Seating is not allocated. Arrive early for the best seats. Sorry no refunds. This program is exempt from rating but would be considered a PG program.
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24 Aug 2024
Queensland Multicultural Fair 2024
About First time in Australia , we coming up with Queensland Multicultural Fair with live performances, Fashion parade, unlimited rides, Exotic food Drummers, Unity Parade . More then 15 local organisations are collaborating to organise this event . Date Saturday 24 August 2024 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM (UTC+10) Warner Bros. Movie WorldPacific Mwy, Oxenford Queensland 4210 Cost: $30.00
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From now until 24 Aug 2024
Da Manager Matinee Show (All Ages)
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of music at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse. Three talented young acts are set to take the stage and rock the Clubhouse! Doors open at 12pm with Noah Robertson kicking off at 12.30, with 2024 Bluesfest youth busking winners The Royals up next and 2023 Busking youth winners Da Manager headlining. Don’t miss this epic lineup of youth talent! Please note this is an All Ages event
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24 Aug 2024
Comedy Underground | Steph Broadbridge - Best Dog Joke Ever
Steph Broadbridge - Best Dog Joke EverBest Newcomer Nominee 2022 Melbourne International Comedy Festival RAW Comedy National Finalist 2019 A 34-second video of Steph Broadbridge has been seen over 100 million times and got her kicked off the internet or cancelled, whatever! Find out why and how and all the other sordid details in this digital murder mystery.
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From now until 17 Nov 2024
Desert Digs Vintage Fashion & Art Market
Desert Digs Markets is Burleigh Heads favourite vintage, seconds and art market. Held at Mo's Desert Clubhouse, enjoy their Southern American food truck, and cocktail bar while you rummage through over 25 clothing & art stalls Every 6th Sunday, 12-3PM. Have a label, or just too many clothes in your wardrobe? Book your stall via the Mo's Desert Clubhouse website.
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25 Aug 2024
NRL Titans v Roosters (Round 25) & NRLW Titans v Roosters (Round 5)
*Times are subject to change11:40am Gates Open2:00pm Kick OffPlease click here for more information.
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25 Aug 2024
Allensworth (USA) & Hussy Hicks
Don't miss this epic, double headline event at Dust Temple featuring ALLENSWORTH (USA) and HUSSY HICKS. Allensworth is both diligently pressing boundaries and paying homage to the majestry of Soul. Hailing from Huntington Beach California singer songwriter Jamie Allensworth is joined by his Soul quartet to fuse rock and soul into a melting pot of true life anthemic stories. The quartet along with Jamie boasts hard hitting multi instrumentalists that are fueled by the desire to captivate anyone within earshot and broaden the horizon of Soul music. Northern Rivers locals Hussy Hicks, led by Julz Parker (guitar) and Leesa Gentz (vocals), straddle the line between Folk, Blues, Country, Rock and Roots. They have earned themselves a mighty reputation, growing, from festival openers to festival favourites, seeing the group now appear at the biggest blues and roots festivals in Australia, The USA and across Europe while selling out their own tours across the three continents. This event will sell out! Don't miss it.
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25 Aug 2024
Melbourne Ska Orchestra
Following on the success of a monster 20th-anniversary tour, which included headline festival performances in Mexico and Indonesia, Melbourne Ska Orchestra return with their signature "International Ska" sound and energy-packed live show. This unstoppable 21-piece behemoth is a turbo-charged freight train of pure dancefloor magic! With special guests Chutney! Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the incredible sound of Melbourne Ska Orchestra on Sunday, August 25. Doors open 5pm Support act - Chutney: 6pm British India 7pm-9pm Tickets: $60 +BF Door price: $75
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28 Aug 2024
The Big Bike Film Night 2024 - Gold Coast | Surfers Paradise
Let the good times roll; they’re riding into town! The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you! Cycle through 2.5 hours of thrilling and moving bike-related films that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want - action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised for the two-wheel devotee! Their stellar line-up includes a mesmerizing mountain bike adventure in Guatemala and Peru, heart-warming takes of local communities, how the simple joy of riding bikes can make a big impact, a passionate and quirky Australian cyclist advocating to “Ride your bike, don’t just romance the idea. Ride!”, an ambitious ride that will push a father and daughter to their physical and emotional limits, a fast-paced, fun, and feminist bike race film, and inspiring journeys through colourful landscapes, ALL in the mix! Attendee's Comments:- • Anyone into bikes will love these events… they are always brilliant – 11/10!! • “If you haven’t experienced the cinematic excellence of The Big Bike Film Night – then YOU MUST!!!” National Competition Thanks to Presenting Partner Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand you could win a trip to New Zealand! Grab your mates, grab your tickets, go on… grab your bike and come along for the ride!!
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28 Aug 2024
The Big Bike Film Night 2024
The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you. Showcasing 2.5 hours of moving bike films that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want – action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised for the two-wheel devotee! The 2024 treasure chest of films includes: • a visually commanding film following one rider’s colourful adventure scouring the most beautiful spots from Guatemala to Peru via Bolivia bringing together a masterpiece of breathtaking images and memories • a documentary about a community of cyclists from Alexandra, New Zealand who all share a similar love and passion for their place, people and sport • discovering how a bicycle can be much more than a bicycle, bringing change to people’s lives • a determined father and his daughter prepare for their greatest adventure together: an ambitious ride that will push them to physical and emotional limits on a gruelling bike ride around Central Otago’s Lake Dunstan Trail • we meet a passionate and quirky Australian “bicycle whisperer” • we join 10 young people as they learn to ride a long way… embarking on a 900km bikepacking trip from Wellington to Wānaka in New Zealand • a fast-paced, fun, and feminist bike race film set in Toronto, Canada that finally gives a groundbreaking, nearly forgotten athletic hero her rightful place in history • a moving movie set in Scotland, showcasing how the simple joy of riding bikes can make a big impact • and rounding out the night, “Everesting” is a feather few cyclists have in their caps, but what happens if your cap is full? So full in fact, you think “lets go big, why not do two?” ALL in the mix! These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that make us think, and most importantly of all – inspiring us to get out and ride. All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables. WIN A CYCLING HOLIDAY IN NEW ZEALAND! Purchase a ticket to any Australian screening and, thanks to our presenting partner Ngā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand, you could win an epic cycling holiday in New Zealand for two, with Cycle Journeys, on the scenically stunning Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail Great Ride. T’s and C’s apply ATTENDEE’S COMMENTS: “If you haven’t experienced the cinematic excellence of The Big Bike Film Night – then YOU MUST!!!” “Wow! If it comes to your town do NOT miss it. Something for everyone.” “The BBFN is always a wonderful, eclectic, wacky mix of films and I love it!” “One of the most inspiring events of the year” So…listen to the voice inside you; it’s telling you to go. Grab your mates, grab your tickets, GO ON… grab your bike and come along for the ride!!
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29 Aug 2024
2024 Gold Coast Music Awards
2024 Gold Coast Music AwardsSave the date! The Gold Coast’s premier music industry event, the Gold Coast Music Awards, is turning 10 this year and gearing up for the biggest year yet! Expect peak party vibes as the Gold Coast Music Awards celebrates its 10th anniversary live at HOTA, showcasing the best and brightest music talent our region has to offer. The biggest night on the Gold Coast music industry calendar, celebrate alongside friends, finalists and the local and national music industry with red carpet arrivals on the HOTA Terrace from 5pm, followed by a stellar Awards Ceremony in Theatre 1 with live performances from some of the Gold Coast’s biggest music names, and an after party to kick-on into the evening. Early bird tickets are on sale now for the 2024 Gold Coast Music Awards. Purchase your tickets before 25 July to receive 20% off the regular ticket price. This year’s Gold Coast Music Awards is an event not to be missed! Gold Coast Music Awards is produced by Gold Coast Music Network, proudly supported by City of Gold Coast, and presented in partnership with HOTA, Home of the Arts.
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30 Aug 2024
Ancient Gates
Unlock the entry and immerse yourself in deep heavy groove. Beats Cartel presents Ancient Gates, a curated lineup of some of SE QLD's finest Psych/Stoner/Rock for one big night of mind-bending revelry at Mo's Desert Clubhouse. Stacked from top to toe, this is an event not to be missed for fans of the genres with Brisbane's Endless Valley headlining the event on the back of their latest upcoming album release 'Kaskashir' with supporting national tour. This cosmic collective of galactic solar soldiers have crafted a magic Psych/World/Rock masterpiece, infused with heavy grooves, funk, tribal rhythms and pulsating percussion, delivering unforgettable and unique audio visual performances. This is an 18 plus event.
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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.