this week
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24/03/2023
Moonlight 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. Dreamworld is playing host to the Moonlight Night Market every Friday and Saturday evening from 5:00-9:00 pm. Entry is just $2 for adults and free for children, granting you access to an array of delicious bites and drinks. Get ready to take your pick from Asian, American, Mexican and Mediterranean eats. You can sip your way through frozen cocktails, homemade iced tea, craft brews and ice cream floats, and treat yourself to dessert in the form of loaded waffles, sundaes, mega milkshakes and more! 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 Moonlight Night Market. Entry is payable via EFTPOS at the gate and free for Dreamworld Pass Holders.
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24/03/2023
2023 Gold Coast VolleySlam
Volleyslam 2023 will be held on the beautiful Coolangatta Beach in Queensland. This inaugural event will include three separate competitions, across ten days including The Australian Champiponships, the Australian Youth Beach the Australian Beach Volleyball Schools Cup.
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24/03/2023
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 the 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. Immerse yourself in a spectacular light display, transporting visitors back to the Dreamtime and spirit of the Yugambeh people. Go on a spotlight adventure searching for Crocodiles and Koalas, feed some Kangaroos, and finish off with some traditional bush tea. Due to the popularity of the Twilight Tours, this experience often books out, so make sure you reserve your place now before it’s too late!
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24/03/2023
Lano & Woodley – Moby Dick
Lano & Woodley are on the road again in 2023 bringing their highly anticipated show Moby Dick to HOTA on Friday March 24. A night of hilarious adventure with two icons of Australian comedy – this show is not to be missed! When is an iconic story about a whale, not a story about a whale? When it’s a brilliantly funny Lano & Woodley show of course. There is no open water required for this live stage show, where Lano attempts a dramatic performance of the epic Moby Dick only for Woodley-branded mayhem to ensue! Together Lano & Woodley have created some of Australia’s most loved comedy shows. Their love/hate relationship has fuelled countless ovations and slews of awards, finding new fans and devoted followers everywhere they go. One thing is for sure, as Frank and Colin set sail with their new show, they will fill the stage with an hour of sublime, inventive and ridiculous comedy.
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24/03/2023
Beautiful The Carole King Musical
Beautiful The Carole King Musical is the inspiring true story of one woman’s remarkable journey from teenage songwriter to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. From the string of pop classics Carole King wrote for the biggest acts in music, to her own life-changing, chart-busting success with Tapestry, Beautiful takes you back to where it all began—and takes you on the ride of a lifetime. The Tony and Grammy Award winning West End and Broadway show is coming to The Star Gold Coast! This crowd-pleasing international phenomenon is filled with the songs you remember—and the story you’ll never forget. Featuring a soundtrack that inspired a generation! (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman I Feel The Earth Move You've Got A Friend So Far Away Locomotion and Many More
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24/03/2023
Pop Masters: Art from the Mugrabi Collection, New York
HOTA Gallery’s first ever international blockbuster exhibition invites you into the world of iconic artists Andy Warhol, Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat, with a collection of works never before seen in Australia. In a world exclusive exhibition, Pop Masters: Art from the Mugrabi Collection, New York, pairs these three superstars alongside artists inspired by their legacy. Together they paint a unique picture of Pop Art across the past 60 years to present Australia. Pop Art is larger than life. Often witty and always insightful, it comments on commercial and popular culture by reimagining the world around us – transforming the everyday into the extraordinary. In the spirit of Pop Art, this exhibition is adventurous and shamelessly bold, featuring legendary artists that defined a generation. Walk the creative cross-roads between art and life and ask yourself – what, actually, is Pop? In Australia for 15 weeks only and exclusive to HOTA, come together to discover a story of Pop and experience this incredible collection of works up close, direct from New York. Be part of something extraordinary. The featured artists are – Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Katherine Bernhardt, Kwesi Botchway, George Condo, Damien Hirst, Kaws, Barbara Kruger, Joel Mesler, Richard Prince, Tom Sachs, Julian Schnabel, Mickalene Thomas and Tom Wesselmann. Created and presented by HOTA, Home of the Arts. Image 1: Keith Haring 1985 © Jeannette Montgomery Barron / Trunk Archive Image 2: Jean-Michel Basquiat 1985 © Lizzie Himmel. Artwork © Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Licensed by Artestar, New York
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24/03/2023
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
Each Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night, treasure hunters, bargain spotters and after-dinner walkers make their way to the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets to wander along the coastal stretch of more than 120 market stalls, while live entertainers set a casual mood in their performance. One of the largest of the Gold Coast Night Markets, the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets feature a variety of premium products, including fashion, jewellery, accessories, artworks, photographs, beauty products and home wares. If you’re looking for an unusual gift or one-off piece, the beachfront Night Markets are your one-stop-shop, with friendly stallholders always on hand to chat about the ‘how’, ‘what’ and ‘why’ of their wares. Make a night of it and head into Surfers Paradise for a Markets and Dinner Combo! Visit one of our many restaurants and cafes, and have a truly magical markets night. Please note: The Surfers Paradise Beachfront Night Markets will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Visit the dedicated Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets Facebook Page for updates and cancellation notices.
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24/03/2023
Miami Marketta
Every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night, Miami Marketta brings the backstreets of the Gold Coast to life. With street-food stalls, local artisans, bands from up and down the coast and its own gin bar, Miami Marketta has the whole family covered. There’s a jam-packed line-up of street-food vendors each night, including a dedicated dessert hall to satiate that sweet tooth. Miami Marketta is the original street food market, and combines delicious eats with a fun-filled atmosphere made greater by a killer line-up of Get together with a large group of friends or bring your tribe in tow, Marketta is the locals haven!
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24/03/2023
GC Laughs Festival
The Gold Coast's annual comedy festival is fuelled up and ready for take off in 2023! GC Laughs is going to be massive, and we are super excited to bring you huge, hilarious, star-studded comedy shows between March 17 and 25 in 2023. GC Laughs has partnered with the very best in international and national talent to bring you a week of comedy at the perfect venue, the Gold Coast's Home of The Arts - HOTA.
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24/03/2023
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 per person 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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24/03/2023
Pop Masters Up Late: New York Nights
Calling all nocturnal art lovers – HOTA is staying Up Late on March 24 and May 19 so gallery goers can discover art after dark and be transported to the streets of New York City. Your ticket to the Pop Masters Up Late: New York Nights events is an all-access pass to the HOTA Gallery after hours, including the world-first pop-art exhibition Pop Masters: Art from the Mugrabi Collection, New York, whichfeatures works from iconic artists including Andy Warhol, Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat. You’ll also be able to immerse yourself in an evening that traverses live performances, flavoursome food offerings and a truly unmissable after party. Kick off the after-dark experience with a visit to the pop-up bar to taste Manhattan-inspired cocktails, while a New York street-food cart will be serving up hot dogs and pretzels. Keeping you entertained will be a stellar selection of DJs and pop-up performances throughout the evening. Friday March 24 will see the likes of Tanzer, The Huxleys, Great Sage (DJ set), Josh Norbido, VoiiiD Collective and Andrea Tenille filling the air with tunes, while Hues of Happy artist Elisha Oatley Escreet will be creating super-cute pop-inspired earrings and badges. Friday May 19 will welcome musicians like VICES, Ironing Maidens, The Farm, Josh Norbido and Gavin Boyd, as well as artist Samuel Tupou, who will be making pop-inspired screen prints. From 10:00 pm, the festivities will continue upstairs at The Exhibitionist Bar with an after-party DJ set to spin tunes until the clock strikes midnight. Those who truly want to maximise their Up Late experience can meander in to Palette Restaurant to enjoy a five-course dinner inspired by New York and the legends of pop art. This unique culinary adventure is $135 per person and includes your Up Late ticket, so you can explore the gallery before or after your sitting. Spots are limited, so we suggest not sitting on this one. Tickets to Up Late are $35 per person and can be purchased at the HOTA website. Get cracking art-loving adventurers!
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24/03/2023
Luke Morris & The Heavy Hitters + Carla Geneve + Nick Cunningham
Byron Bay’s Luke Morris & the Heavy Hittersand West oz indie singer songwriterCarla Geneve, along with folk singer songwriter Nick Cunningham have come together in what promises to be an evening full of tales and tunes inspired by long desert highways, love and life in Aussie suburbia and beers on a Sunday arvo hotel balcony. Hailing from the heavy ocean swells and rugged coastlines of South Australia but now firmly entrenched as a Byron shire local, Luke Morris has traded in his solo indie folk musings to form Aussicana outfit Luke Morris and the Heavy Hitters. The hitters are firing off the back of their January release debute single, 'Nullarbor Song' followed by Feb 24 release 'Somewhere on a beach', both recorded at Rocking Horse Studios in the Byron Hinterland with the boys from Ocean Alley. Carla GeneveBacked by a captivating show and unique brand of brutally honest lyricism has established herself as one of Australia's most prominent up and coming artists after the release of her breakout debut self-titled EP which saw her tour Australia prolifically playing sold out shows and festivals such as Laneway Festival & Falls Festival as well as tour with/support artists such as Cat Power, Kurt Vile, Julia Jacklin, Belle & Sebastian, Fred Armisen and more. Nick Cunnngham, a felllow south Australian indi folk singer songwriter completes the night with his laid back approach to songwriting painting a picture of his experiences through his words and music. Nick, currently recording his 3rd EP is thrilled to be back on stage sharing his heartfelt and honest style of music after spending 2021 & 2022 writing and enjoying life outside of music.
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25/03/2023
Ripped at The Pink Flamingo Spiegelclub
Located in the heart of Broadbeach on the Gold Coast, The Pink Flamingo Spiegelclub is the first of its kind. From the moment you enter the Pink Palace, you are treated like royalty and your senses are met with a new, exhilarating, pink experience. RIPPED is a ladies night reinvented (and not just for women) with an chiseled line-up for every wildest dream! B’day’s, Hens, Divorce or just because parties, they cater for all. Forget the ‘Mansion’ and the ‘Magic’, the RIPPED boys will have you on the edge of your seat with this explosive, interactive and spectacular 90-minute production. It’s time to rip off the feathers and experience a show like no other!
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25/03/2023
Brunch with Bite at The Island Gold Coast
The same Brunch With Bite that has taken Brisbane and the Gold Coast by storm is back at the Island Gold Coast’s Duke’s Parlour. Tired of vanilla weekends? Spice things up at the Island Gold Coast’s Brunch with Bite. It’s a brunch series from the same team behind the Brisbane series at Cloudland. It’s deliciously naughty and, at the same time, delightfully nice. So, slip into something more comfortable, wrap your arms around your guy and gal pals, and get on down to the Island. Then sink your teeth into something off-the-wall different, and something with a little bit of bite! Arrive ready to be entertained by the riotous and risqué as you indulge in a grazing brunch menu and drinks package, that is as decadent as it is divine! Your hostesses will guide you through shows, and games with fabulous prizes plus some very special VIP guests! See the website for upcoming dates and themes.
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25/03/2023
2023 Gold Coast VolleySlam
Volleyslam 2023 will be held on the beautiful Coolangatta Beach in Queensland. This inaugural event will include three separate competitions, across ten days including The Australian Champiponships, the Australian Youth Beach the Australian Beach Volleyball Schools Cup.
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25/03/2023
Moonlight 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. Dreamworld is playing host to the Moonlight Night Market every Friday and Saturday evening from 5:00-9:00 pm. Entry is just $2 for adults and free for children, granting you access to an array of delicious bites and drinks. Get ready to take your pick from Asian, American, Mexican and Mediterranean eats. You can sip your way through frozen cocktails, homemade iced tea, craft brews and ice cream floats, and treat yourself to dessert in the form of loaded waffles, sundaes, mega milkshakes and more! 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 Moonlight Night Market. Entry is payable via EFTPOS at the gate and free for Dreamworld Pass Holders.
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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.