NEW & NOW
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09 December 2024
Beat the Heat: Activities and Spots to Keep Cool
Most of the time, the Gold Coast's subtropical climate means heavenly weather, heaps of sunshine and beautiful blue skies. But occasionally, in the middle of summer when temperatures soar and the humidity hits, some options to get out of the sun and keep cool are required! We've got you covered with...
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03 December 2024
Summer Holiday Fun For Families
The perfect summer holiday includes a good mix of activities and adventures that will keep kids of all ages happy… and some downtime for parents too! Entertain toddlers and keep teens off their screens with this epic list of the best attractions, activities and entertainment for a fun-filled, action...
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20 November 2024
Christmas Markets, Carols & Festive Fun
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… and we’re ready to get festive on the Gold Coast! Celebrate the season with Gold Coast community carols, Christmas Markets and fun festive activities that really do make it the most magical time of the year. Gold Coast Christmas Carols Get into the Chris...
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11 November 2024
Celebrate New Year's Eve on the Gold Coast
Spend an unforgettable night celebrating New Year’s Eve on the Gold Coast. Bring in 2025 at an epic array of New Year’s events sprinkled throughout the city. From glamorous rooftop soirées and free fireworks on the beach to river cruises and dance floor fiestas, there’s something to tempt everybody...
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08 November 2024
Gold Coast Culture: Here & Now
The latest exhibition at HOTA extends far beyond the walls of the gallery to encompass many different kinds of creativity. Featuring the work of 42 artists with a connection to the city, Here & Now: Gold Coast Triennial is a tribute to our evolving arts scene and HOTA’s signature move of making cre...
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01 November 2024
Where to Get Your Santa Photos on the Gold Coast
It's an annual tradition that little people, pets and parents love. Santa has arrived on the Gold Coast to sprinkle some Christmas magic and take some photos with his adoring fans. Get in quick - he needs to get back to the North Pole to prep for his big delivery day. Here’s where you can your Gold ...
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29 October 2024
The Best Gold Coast Golf Courses & Driving Ranges
With over 35 courses scattered across the city, the Gold Coast is a golfer’s paradise. You’ll find some of Australia’s best golf courses here, designed by some of the biggest stars of the sport including Greg Norman, Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus. The best bit? Unlike many other Australian cities ...
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17 October 2024
20 Free Things To Do on the Gold Coast
You don’t need to blow the budget to have a rich experience in this city. In fact, you don’t need to spend a cent! Here are some of the best free things to do and places to go on the Gold Coast. We’re all for chasing waterfalls and there are plenty to find around here. Explore beyond the beach a...
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16 September 2024
Frightfully Fun! Halloween at Gold Coast Theme Parks
Halloween is creeping up (pun intended) already and what better way to celebrate this spooky fun-filled occasion than at Gold Coast theme park? Here are some of the best Gold Coast Halloween events for amping up the scare factor during the day or after dark… Fright Nights at Warner Bros. Movie World...
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03 September 2024
Spring Events on the Gold Coast
With an impressive lineup of major events invigorating the city over September, October and November, Spring isn’t the only thing in the air. You might also hear the strains of live country music from Groundwater Country Music Festival, the revving of engines at the Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 or th...
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26 August 2024
September School Holiday Survival Guide
School’s out for Spring and kids all over the country are celebrating their freedom… while their parents wonder how to keep them entertained for two weeks. Here on the Gold Coast we’ve got it covered with a huge range of attractions, entertainment and holiday activities. There are cool arts and cul...
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20 August 2024
Spring Time on the Gold Coast
Spring is a magical time of year in this part the world. The weather's warm but not too hot, the days are sunny and the water is gorgeous. And better yet, there are so many fun ways to spend your time without spending much money. If you’re looking for free stuff to do on the Gold Coast (or budget f...
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06 June 2024
Family-Friendly Activities for the Winter School Holidays
Wondering how to spend the winter school holidays on the Gold Coast? Our city has a packed schedule of events, activities and family-friendly adventures to ensure kids (and parents) have the best holidays ever! From whale watching and winter wonderland, to inspiring street festivals and theme park f...
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19 April 2024
Sustainable Travel: Your Gold Coast Eco-Tourism Guide
With landscapes, beaches, waterways and mountains as gorgeous as the Gold Coast’s, it’s a given that we care deeply about our environment and are big believers in eco-tourism. Our natural attractions captivate visitors and locals alike on the daily and we’re passionate about preserving them for futu...
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27 February 2024
12 Stunning Spots to Pop the Question
You've met the love of your life and found the perfect ring; now, the quest for the ultimate proposal location begins. With its breathtaking scenery and unique experiences, the Gold Coast offers an array of stunning spots, whether you’re looking for the wow-factor, a sentimental spot or somewhere be...
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11 January 2024
The Gold Coast Thrill Seeker's Adventure Guide
Do you prefer life at a leisurely pace? Or would you rather go fast, get amongst it and immerse yourself in energetic experiences that get the endorphins flowing? For those who want to take it to extremes and explore every corner of this stunning city, we’ve compiled a hit list of action-packed adve...
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Experience 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.