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 04 May 2024
Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM
The Gold Coast Pro presented by GWM returns once again to Snapper Rocks for the season opener of the Challenger Series tour. Watch the world's best surfers in one of the world's best waves battle it out from April 27th - May 4th.
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27 Apr 2024 (Monthly)
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 Moonlight Night Markets at Dreamworld! 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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From now until 28 Dec 2024
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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From now until 14 Dec 2024
Magic Men Gold Coast
The Magic Men are finally coming to the heart of Gold Coast - Surfers Paradise! Australia’s most anticipated men are heating up the town Magic Men’s “Feel The Magic” showcases its most talented male entertainers in a heart-stopping live performance. Featuring the guys from Magic Men, this one-of-a-kind stage show tears up the stage with hot hunks, smooth moves and lighting spectacle guaranteed to make it a night out to remember. Voted Australia’s Best Male Dance Group, find out what makes this group of guys the talk of the town.
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27 Apr 2024
The Lie: The Murder Of Grace Millane
The Lie: The Murder Of Grace MillaneThe tragic death of 21-year-old Grace Millane while on a solo holiday made headlines worldwide for her murderer's violent history and attitude towards women. The Lie: The Murder of Grace Millane is set to present newly released CCTV footage and interviews that captures Millane's Tinder date before she was strangled to death and holds a mirror up to broader issues of violence against women in society. Year: 2023Country: UK
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From now until 28 Dec 2024
Ripped at The Pink Flamingo Spiegel Club
Ripped is the Pink Flamingo Spiegelclub’s male revue production showing every Saturday midday. This wildly entertaining stage show is sure to leave you wanting more, with high energy dance, aerial stunts, comedy, games, audience interaction and more! Hosted by Resident Drag Queen Justine Kace
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From now until 17 Aug 2024
The Helensvale Farmers Market
Bringing together the community with local farmers, bakers, makers and creators! Support local by starting your weekend at Helensvale State High School every Saturday from 6:00-11:00 am. The markets are dog friendly and feature live music every week!
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From now until 25 May 2024
Liqueur Making Class
Embark on an immersive journey into the world of liqueur crafting at Tamborine Mountain Distillery. Sip on an inviting welcome drink, share a delectable cheese board, and explore a variety of their liqueurs during an engaging tasting session. With expert guidance, create your personalised 200ml Flavoured Liqueur from a selection of over 100 tinctures and flavours making it uniquely yours. Complete the experience by naming and hand-labelling your bottle. Take home not just a bottle of liqueur, but a crafted masterpiece with a personal label—a tangible memory to cherish and share. What’s Included: Welcome beverage upon your arrival Tasting experience with four 10ml tastings Professional blending advice from their expert guide Exclusive access to our selection of tinctures and flavours from our apothecary A 200ml bottle of your personally infused liqueur Drinks provided during the class. 10 percent discount on any purchase made from their shop on the same day All equipment provided for a seamless experience.
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From now until 31 Jan 2025
Twilight Tour at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
See Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary like you’ve never seen it before – after dark! Take a very special guided tour through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary getting up close with our nocturnal residents, such as the cheeky Tasmanian Devils, who are most active when the sun goes down. Learn more about the history of the Gold Coast’s traditional custodians with two unique tours: Biyuhl Tour - Biyuhl meaning hill or mountain. Gunanggay Tour - Gunanggay meaning flat country. Immerse yourself in a spectacular light display, where you will embrace Dreamings and spirit of the Yugambeh people. Go on a spotlight adventure searching for some Aussie native wildlife, and finish off with some traditional bush tea.
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From now until 25 Oct 2024
Dreamworld Night Market
The northern Gold Coast’s newest night market is here, and it is all about serving up good food and even better times! The Dreamworld Night Market is Serving up good food & good times from 5:00–9:00 pm every Friday and Saturday. Entry is $2 or FREE for kids under 13 and Passholders. With food trucks, live tunes, Friday markets, family entertainment & ticketed events … We’re serving up the good times the Northern Gold Coast deserves every weekend! Whether you’re heading for after-work drinks or taking the kids out for dinner, there’s something for everyone to enjoy eating, drinking, and listening to at Dreamworld Night Market!
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27 Apr 2024
Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar
Heeramandi: The Diamond BazaarSanjay Leela Bhansali brings his majestic signature flair to stories of love and betrayal in the lives of courtesans in pre-independence India. Arch nemeses Mallikajaan and Fareedan are locked in a battle for succession of Heeramandi, where courtesans reign as queens. The only hope is young Alam, Mallikajaan's youngest daughter. But what happens when Alam relinquishes power and chooses the love of one man over the adulation of many? Year: 2024Country: India
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From now until 28 Apr 2024
He Loves Me Not
He Loves Me NotAn aspiring actress chosen as a wild card for a reality TV dating show uses a secret elixir to win the heart of the star, but when her deception is revealed, she discovers a messy but real chance for love. Year: 2024Country: Australia Premiere Gala Screening - Sat 27 Apr, 2pmRed Carpet from 1.30pmTicket includes 1 x Popcorn Encore Screening - Sun 28 April 1pm
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From now until 27 Apr 2024
Gold Coast Film Festival
Bringing films to lifeThe Gold Coast Film Festival is a celebration of film and filmmaking hosted in Australia’s most dynamic screen destination, the Gold Coast, from 17-28 April presenting the best of Australian and international cinema along with profiling local and independent films. Now in its 23rd year, the festival includes 12 jam-packed days and nights of amazing films, inspirational panels and special events. Gold Coast Film Festival 2024 will explore diverse stories and unique perspectives on-screen through its short and feature film program and will award a range of prizes across various festival competition strands. Through the Gold Coast Film Festival Public Giving Fund, several free-to-attend industry education events provide wonderful opportunities for emerging and established screen creatives to learn, connect and grow. The Gold Coast Film Festival is supported by the Queensland State Government through Screen Queensland, Experience Gold Coast, Tourism and Events Queensland, and the City of Gold Coast. To find out more visit Gold Coast Film Festival.
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Cauldron Distillery Gin Blending Class
Get your creative juices flowing during an informative and interactive Gin Blending Class at Tamborine Mountain’s very own Cauldron Distillery. Do you enjoy creating recipes in the kitchen? How good is your palate at detecting flavours? During this one hour experience, you will learn everything there is to know about gin and then you are set free to create your own gin masterpiece to take home. Set in their world-class distillery and guided by their distilling team, you will select from a multitude of individually distilled botanicals and skilfully blend them together to create a balanced gin that suits your palate and taste. How does a gin with orange, sage, and anise sound to you? Maybe you prefer rose petals, strawberry, and cocoa nibs? Perhaps your preference is lemon myrtle, macadamia nuts and honey? The choice will be yours because your gin blend can be as unique as you are! Here’s what is included in this unique experience: Complementary G and T on arrival from our signature Five-To-Five Range A guided 45-minute gin blending class A 200 ml bottle of your very own gin to take home A G&T made from your very own gin at the completion of the course Free Cauldron Club membership with $10 on us to spend at the tasting room bar or bottle shop.
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From now until 31 May 2024
Falling for Flavours: Autumn High Tea
Step into the heart of autumn with their 'Falling for Flavours: Autumn High Tea' and immerse yourself in a symphony of seasonal delights. Discover flavourful luxuries such as Roasted Hazelnut Nutella Slice, Sea Salt Caramel Tart and Spiced Pumpkin Cake. Revel in the delectable offerings carefully curated for the season, accompanied with a glass of sparkling for adults or opt to elevate your experience by upgrading to a Perrier Jouet Grand Brut glass of champagne.
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From now until 29 Jun 2024
Zirque La La at The Pink Flamingo Spiegel Club
Open the velvet curtains and step into the exotic world of 'Zirque La La' – A riotous circus cabaret show exclusive to the Gold Coast’s one and only the Pink Flamingo! Monsieur Jerome and Ring Mistress LaLa have searched the four corners of the globe to bring you the most magnificent and dangerously tantalising cirque acts ever seen! The extravaganza of 'Zirque La La' will bring a delicious fusion of circus, burlesque, vaudeville and cabaret garnished with hilarious comedy, raunchy antics, and edge of your seat thrills. Just when you think you have seen it all, raise your glass for 'Zirque La La'.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
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.