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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16 Oct 2023
Troy Kinne | Made Wrong
Troy Kinne | Made WrongMulti award winning stand up, Troy Kinne is on tour with his new show, MADE WRONG. A show where Kinne shares too much information about all of the things wrong with him. But hey, if it means you get to walk away feeling better about yourself, then he's happy to take one for the team. Whilst Troy is best known for his own TV shows Kinne Tonight (Ch10) and Kinne (Ch7), which saw him nominated for the Most Outstanding Newcomer Logie Award, it's more likely that you've seen Kinne in one of his many viral videos, with ‘Kinne Videos’ shared all over the world and resulting in over 1 million followers on social media. “Comic Genius” – The Daily Telegraph“A rapid-fire night of laughs” – Herald Sun“Bottom clenchingly funny” – The Groggy Squirrel
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18 Oct 2023
Radical Reels Adventure Film Tour - Newcastle
Designed to take you into the wilds and out of your comfort zone, this film festival features a collection of short films with daring footage of some of the most accomplished climbers, paddlers, wing-suit pilots, skiers, snowboarders and mountain-bike riders alive today. Each action-packed film has been hand-picked from more than 300 entries to the prestigious Banff Mountain Film Festival. This year, the Australian line-up showcases two-and-a-half hours of adventure films packed full of action. Filled with wild rides, long lines, steep jumps and skilful stunts, the films celebrate the camaraderie, courage and conviction of today’s most out-there adventurers. Captivating cinematography, complete with stunning vistas shot from unbelievable vantage points, pays homage to the wild and rugged playgrounds today’s thrill-seekers explore with their mountain bikes, paddles, ropes, skis, snowboards and wing-suits in tow.
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18 Oct 2023
Mayor's Seniors Concert: Lights! Camera! Music!
Mayor's Seniors Concert: Lights! Camera! Music!This year’s Mayor’s Seniors Concert presents an exciting flashback of the biggest signature tunes written especially for movies. See your favourite cinematic classics come to life as the talented cast of singers and dancers take you on an hour-long journey of the greatest moments from Hollywood. Produced by D&G Entertainment, Lights! Camera! Music! will have you singing along and transcend you back in time. This free event is to be held on Wednesday 18 Oct in the Lakeside Room. There will be three sessions available; 9.30am, 12pm and 2.30pm. To book click the purple 'Book Now' button in the right-hand corner of the screen, or give Box Office a call on (07) 5588 4000. Complimentary parking for up to four hours is available in the HOTA carpark. Please ensure you register your vehicle at the parking meter to redeem these four hours (failure to do so may result in parking penalties). Presented by City of Gold Coast.
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19 Oct 2023
Jewels of the Sky
Jewels of the SkyAerial Angels Cirque Central invites you to join us on a journey of skill and beauty as we watch our kids shine in ‘Jewels of the sky’ - The Spectacular. A night of awe-inspiring aerial, acrobatic and special guest solo performances from our extremely dedicated and hardworking students. Tonight, our most talented emerging artists will shine bright in a jaw dropping musical production that will inspire and show the industry that the future is shining bright.
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20 Oct 2023 - 22 Oct 2023
Groundwater Country Music Festival
Celebrating 10 years of country music on the Gold Coast, Groundwater Country Music Festival (CMF) gathers some of the best country artists in the industry for three days of FREE live music. The first lineup features country favourites like Lee Kernaghan, Casey Barnes, Amber Lawrence, as well as plenty of international stars like Jackson Dean, Asleep At The Wheel and The Dungarees. Set throughout the streets, parks and venues of Broadbeach and located just steps away from the golden beachfront, there’s no other country music festival quite like it! Stay tuned for further festival updates by following Groundwater CMF on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok!
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20 Oct 2023
Akmal - Not Dead Yet Comedy Show
Known for his incredible ability to deal with hot topics in a hilarious and slightly offensive way, Akmal promises this year to deliver a show that is punctual and jam-packed with words, some of which he will be using for the first time. One of Australia's most respected and accomplished comics, Akmal draws on his Arabic heritage, his experiences immigrating to Australia at the age of 11, and his disillusionment with religion and the modern world to deliver a stand-up show that is fresh, honest and ridiculously funny. Akmal entered the world of comedy in 1990 under the alias Peter Saleh ("so people would think I was white", he says). Since then he's performed in movies, on TV and as a regular radio and talk show host, and has written a book about his journey from Egypt and his life as an Arab on the Australian comedy circuit. His memorable appearance on Selling Houses Australia still attracts thousands of views and whatever you do don't ask Akmal if he has sold his house yet! As a stand-up, he's performed at Festivals all around the world including Edinburgh, Montreal & The Melbourne International Comedy Festival and has won numerous awards, including two ARIA nominations for his live specials. Akmal can be heard as the voice of Seth in the brand new Disney + animated movie - Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again. "Random, improvised and hilarious" www.crickey.com.au "No one wanted the show to stop, he seemed to own the stage" Sydney Morning Herald Show details: 18+ event Doors: 7:30 pm Start: 8:00 pm
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20 Oct 2023 - 22 Oct 2023
2023 Volleyball Queensland Junior Schools Cup
COST: 0 - 0 AUDJunior Schools Cup is an annual volleyball festival targeted at year 7 and 8 high school students. The event is held across various venues at the Gold Coast, including the 2018 Commonwealth Games facilities at Coomera and Carrara. Catering to approximately 2,000 students over three days, athletes of all skill levels are welcome. This event is typically held during week four of term four. This event is proudly supported by Major Events Gold Coast.
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21 Oct 2023
Songs from the Book of Life
Songs from the Book of LifeSongs From The Book of Life, is a work of musical theatre written by Deborah Conway & Willy Zygier and is based around Deborah’s memoir Book of Life, to be published by Allen & Unwin this October. This shimmering piece of autobiography is told in eight scenes, around eight songs with Conway and Zygier exploring the nature of performing, a musical life, the notions of what people know and don’t know, about a career lived over four decades in public eye. Deborah Conway and Willy Zygier play themselves (mostly) as they go back through their own story of youth, rebellion, falling in love, aging, money and music; the dirty details of one of the most powerful and iconic women who changed the face of the Australian music industry. Songs From the Book of Life is a bold tour-de-force told with unflinching honesty, humour, revelation, and a reflexive desire to let it all hang out. Directed by Michael Kantor, set design, Chloe Greaves, video design, Nick Roux and choreography Stephanie Lake.
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21 Oct 2023
Songs from the Book of Life with Deborah Conway & Willy Zygier
Songs from the Book of Life with Deborah Conway & Willy ZygierSongs From The Book of Life, is a work of musical theatre written by Deborah Conway & Willy Zygier and is based around Deborah’s memoir Book of Life, to be published by Allen & Unwin this October. This shimmering piece of autobiography is told in eight scenes, around eight songs with Conway and Zygier exploring the nature of performing, a musical life, the notions of what people know and don’t know, about a career lived over four decades in public eye. Deborah Conway and Willy Zygier play themselves (mostly) as they go back through their own story of youth, rebellion, falling in love, aging, money and music; the dirty details of one of the most powerful and iconic women who changed the face of the Australian music industry. Songs From the Book of Life is a bold tour-de-force told with unflinching honesty, humour, revelation, and a reflexive desire to let it all hang out. Directed by Michael Kantor, set design, Chloe Greaves, video design, Nick Roux and choreography Stephanie Lake.
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21 Oct 2023
Attwood Marshall Lawyers Raceday
Get ready to celebrate everything Spring Racing on the Gold Coast! Join them for an unforgettable Caulfield Cup Raceday Presented by Attwood Marshall Lawyers that will put a spring in your step. Don't miss out on the action—book your tickets early and secure your spot! Purchase your general admission online or for an elevated experience, explore our fabulous dining and hospitality packages, designed to offer the perfect blend of excitement and luxury.
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21 Oct 2023
Electric Storm | Halloween Festival | Gold Coast
Electric Storm is expanding for the first time nationally, to Gold Coast! They need you to rise from your grave, conjure up your crew, summon your ghastly costumes and enter if you dare to celebrate the scariest night of the year, with the biggest outdoor Halloween Festival in the Southern Hemisphere!
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21 Oct 2023
Enriching Lives Foundation Gala Fundraiser
COST: $219 - $249A “touch of gold” themed Gala fundraiser for the Enriching Lives Foundation Charity to raise much needed funds for underprivileged Gold Coast children. All proceeds go directly to assist school age children to stay in school by assisting with costs associated with their public school education such as school uniforms, books, stationery and school camps. The inaugural ELF Gala promises to be a great night with amazing auction items and raffle prizes on offer, a fabulous 3 course dinner and 4 hour drinks package with entertainment from “Captain Wow”! Early bird tickets available until 31 July $219 (table of 10 $2,000) then $249 per ticket. Purchasing tickets to this event will raise funds for financially disadvantaged kids attempting to complete their education. Sponsor A Student 2024. Silver and Gold Sponsorship tables are also available at the event. If you would like the details, please contact Andrew Meadowcroft on 0428 724 420.
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21 Oct 2023
Monster Jam
Monster Jam is BACK! The most action-packed and full-throttle family fun motorsport in the world roars into the Gold Coast for the first time EVER, for two adrenaline-inducing sessions at CBus Super Stadium. The most unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans in the world today returns to QUEENSLAND after six years, so don't miss out on this MONSTER experience. At Monster Jam®, world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks compete in wide-open competitions of speed and skill. Monster Jam also features a post-halftime, breath-taking Freestyle Motocross (FMX) exhibition, including an FMX best trick competition.* A Monster Jam Line-Up* that will leave your jaw on the floor: - Grave Digger® driven by Matt Cody - El Toro Loco® driven by Chelsea VanCleave - Megalodon® driven by Charlie Pauken - Max-D™ driven by Blake Granger; - AND MORE! Don't miss out on this heart-pumping, physics-defying experience and grab your tickets to the action now! *Please note FMX demonstration is subject to weather **Truck and driver line-up subject to change
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21 Oct 2023
Dr Who Murder Mystery Dinner
The Doctor is throwing a party onboard the Tardis, but not all of her guests are who they appear to be. With the Gatecrasher onboard, it isn’t long before things take a turn for the worse. Can the Doctor save the day - and her guests? Join Fox and Hounds for the night of a lifetime, and enjoy a three course meal. You will all receive a unique character for this event and play that role. This event is not done anywhere else in this universe and is only performed at the Fox and Hounds on an annual basis. Limited to 18 spots only so get in quick before you miss the tardis. Bookings are essential.
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21 Oct 2023
Short Stack 'Regional (ish) Tour 2023' w/ Hevenshe & The Beautiful Monument
Playing their first shows since the sold-out capital city comeback tour Short Stack will take on regional Australia for the first time in over a decade.Now armed with more powerful songs than hairspray, the band will work their way around the country this October with support from Hevenshe and The Beautiful Monument. These shows are not to be missed for new and old fans alike. Proving again the Stack is well and truly back. Cost:General Admission - $55.00
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24 Oct 2023
Aiden Schofield: MAGICIAN
Aiden Schofield: MAGICIANAfter more than 10 years of magic, Aiden Schofield is embarking on his first ever live tour! This spectacle will showcase Aiden’s incredible magic skills live in what promises to be an unforgettable production, fun for the whole family to enjoy. Gold Coast audiences are invited to join Aiden Schofield as he presents his high-energy, family friendly show at HOTA. Jam-packed with mind blowing magic and mentalism, watch as the impossible is performed with bubbles, butterflies, Rubik’s cubes, sand and much, much more - right in front of your eyes!
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