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Find Your Perspective
There's a rumour that we're not a very "artsy" place. Good thing it's just a rumour. Galleries, theatre groups, nostalgia museums, sculpture festivals and indigenous performances just brush the surface of a cultural canvas that goes far deeper. As they say - art is purely a matter of perspective after all. Looking for more inspiration? Check out the cultural highlights of the Gold Coast hinterland.
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15 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2025
Surfing State of Origin
Surfing State of Origin event is set to take place at Burleigh Heads. The event promises to showcase some of the best surfers from Queensland and New South Wales, as they go head-to-head for state pride and bragging rights.
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15 Nov 2025
Carly Electric at Burleigh Town Hotel
Carly Electric unpacks her inbox to reveal the bizarre, taboo and often hilarious requests she receives. Following a stellar Adelaide Fringe debut in which she sold out shows, adding a fifth to meet demand – Carly takes her wild, true show on the road! But don't get too comfortable, after this show you might think twice about sliding into a hot girl's DMs. Prepare to have your perceptions shattered and boundaries tested.
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15 Nov 2025
Dabble Darts ANZ Premier League in Gold Coast
Get ready for the biggest darts tournament Australia and New Zealand have ever seen. This October and November, Dabble Darts comes to town and takes over eight iconic arenas, bringing the ultimate darts showdown to fans across the region. Eight elite players from the Australian and New Zealand circuits will battle it out over eight electrifying Saturdays – competing not just for glory, but for a coveted spot in the 2025/26 World Darts Championship, London. Kicking off in Melbourne, then heading to arenas in Newcastle, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, Wellington, and the Gold Coast, before the Grand Finale in Brisbane, this tour will bring sport's biggest party to cities across the Tasman. This is your chance to dress up, grab your mates, and witness world-class darts action live, as the sport's top talents light up the oche in a pulsating atmosphere like no other. It's darts. It's drama. It's Dabble Darts ANZ Premier League – are you ready to play?
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19 Nov 2025
LIFE DRAWING SESSIONS
Join us for a curated evening of Life Drawing with Live Music in Studio 56 at the Miami Marketta. At Life Drawing Sessions our focus is not on the outcome of your drawing, rather it is about the process of giving into the act of creating with music and muse. This event embraces people of all drawing levels from novice to maestro. All materials are included in your ticket just book in and turn up. Bookings Essential. Life Drawing Sessions is held at the Miami Marketta on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month. Doors open at 6:00 pm, session runs 6:30-9:00 pm Please arrive before 6:30 pm so we can start on time. MATERIALS PROVIDED (However you’re welcome to bring your own): Butchers paper, A3 & A4 Drawing Cartridge Paper 2B & 4B Pencils Oil Pastels Fine liner pens Charcoal Textas We kindly ask that you switch your phone on silent and do not use it during the session out of respect and for the privacy of our life models. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL - LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE ** TICKET T&CS - Tickets are able to be exchanged or refunded up to 24 hours before the session. Anything after that is up to the ticket holder to either resell, gift or forfeit their ticket. Refunds will not be issued for late-comers and/or last minute cancellations. + At our life drawing sessions we take some photos and videos to use as promotional material. By booking into one of our sessions you are giving your consent for us to use these images that you may be included in. We completely respect everyone's right to choose privacy, so please let us know before the session if you don’t wish to be included in any photos. Thank you! 23 Hillcrest Parade, Miami QLD 4220
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19 Nov 2025
MVMT Dance Complex: Season One
MVMT Dance Complex: Season OneJoin us for the first annual end-of-year production at MVMT Dance Complex. An unforgettable night of dance, where our talented students will showcase the culmination of their hard work, passion, and creativity. The evening will highlight the diverse styles and the remarkable growth our dancers have experienced throughout the season. Come celebrate not only the incredible talent of our students but also the dedication, discipline, and teamwork that have made this first season truly unforgettable. We look forward to sharing this special moment with you!
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19 Nov 2025 - 22 Nov 2025
Combined Myobrace® Certified Educator & Comprehensive Implementation
Combined Myobrace® Certified Educator and Comprehensive Implementation of The Myobrace® System courses.MYOBRACE® CERTIFIED EDUCATOR (November 19-20, 2025)Provide Myobrace® treatment at the highest level of effectiveness, efficiency and profitability by certifying your Myobrace® educators.This course teaches advanced topics in being an effective educator, including all of the ‘Introduction to Myobrace® Educator’ course topics, as well as troubleshooting advanced cases. It also teaches the full Myobrace® Activities program and provides more information about using the Myobrace® Activities. Upon completion, participants will be certified as a Myobrace® educators by MRC. Read more about this event here.COMPREHENSIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MYOBRACE® SYSTEM (November 21-22, 2025)Expand your treatment scope to treat a wider range of patients with increasing complexity using The Myobrace® System.This is an advanced course designed by MRC to teach practitioners how to expand their treatment scope using The Myobrace® System. This course explores how to treat patients with more complex issues and combine the system with auxiliary arch development techniques, as well as when to consider using other systems to assist the Myobrace®. We will also discuss how you can manage your patients so that you can provide Myobrace® treatment in the most efficient and profitable manner. Read more about this event here.KEY PRESENTERSDr Madeeha Khan - B ORAL H (DENT SCI.), GRAD DIP DENT. (GRIFFITH)Dr Khan is a general dentist who works at MRC's Myobrace® Pre-Orthodontic Center and serves as the Lead Presenter at MRC. She completed her studies in dentistry at Griffith University in 2016, achieving awards for academic excellence for three consecutive years. She has been working at the Myobrace® Center since completing her studies and is passionate about improving the overall health of children.Beth Hildebrand - Senior Myobrace® EducatorMiss Hildebrand serves as the Senior Educator at MRC’s flagship Myobrace® Centre and has been with the company since 2019. With a diverse background in dentistry, Beth actively contributes to shaping educational programs for dental professionals. Collaborating alongside leading dentists who are reshaping the world of orthodontics, including the founder of Myobrace®, Dr. Chris Farrell, Beth leverages her experience to contribute to advancements in the field. Her commitment extends to promoting a more patient-centred and family orientated approach to oral health within the dental community.Jessica Maidman - Senior Myobrace® EducatorJessica Maidman is the senior educator for Myobrace®, offering support, education and training to Myobrace® members and assisting practitioners to implement The Myobrace® System. Jessica is also a part of the MRC lecturing team and is passionate about sharing the Myobrace® treatment philosophy.PRICINGNon-members - $2500 AUDDISCOUNTSStandard Discounts (Non-Early Bird)10% off when purchasing 2 tickets20% off when purchasing 3 or more ticketsEarly Bird Discounts:20% off for 1 ticket30% off for 2 tickets40% off for 3+ tickets*Contact the MRC support team to receive a promo code to claim your discount if any of the above pricing options apply to you: +61 7 5573 5999For information on other events by Myofunctional Research Co., visit the in-house training section of our website, myoresearch.comCOST: $2,000 – $2,500
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20 Nov 2025
The Australian Dream? with Tim Ross
The Australian Dream? with Tim RossFrom the ‘burbs, to the bush, to the inner city, Australians are obsessed with the idea of home and the dream of home ownership. Architecture and design enthusiast Tim Ross grew up in the suburbs, and ever since he was 8, when he found himself drawn to a family friends’ very groovy conversation pit, he has been thinking about homes and what makes a good one. In The Australian Dream? Tim Ross casts his discerning eye across the archival treasures of our much-loved public libraries and uncovers the telling images that reveal a multi-decade story of Australian homes - how they’re sold to us, why we buy them, and how we make them our own. Ross explores the reasons why home ownership is such an all-consuming distraction among Australians and uncovers some of the unique and special ways we have built in this place. A funny and factual talk based on 18 months of research, it includes a selection of new cinematic style films produced specially for The Australian Dream? Australia is a nation that is undeniably fixated on property, but increasingly the headlines are about housing scarcity, affordability, and mortgage pain. For many Australians, owning a home now seems like an unattainable dream. So, what can we learn from our past to help solve the problems of the future, and how can we reimagine the Australian Dream? This is Tim Ross doing what he does best: telling human stories anchored by his passion for Australian design, previously showcased in his ABC TV shows Designing A Legacy and Streets Of Your Town. “Ross has become one of TV’s most persuasive presenters: authentic, congenial, and knowledgeable. He brings with him a moral conscience too…He never misses an opportunity to slip a gag in, or an appropriate defusing one-liner delivered almost by a kind of verbal sleight-of-hand.” – The Australian Buy six or more tickets and save 15% (discount added automatically at checkout) Image credit: Domestic swimming pool in the shape of Australia, 1979 - Stevenson, Kinder & Scott
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21 Nov 2025
The Nutcracker - Gold Coast
Ballet's most iconic story, The Nutcracker is returning this November! Journey to the Land of Sweets this Christmas and indulge in the spirit of Christmas tradition After a sell-out 2024 season, BIG Live returns to Gold Coast, performing at The Star! Witness BIG Live's world-class dancers from around the globe perform ballet's greatest Christmas show. Be mesmerised by the breathtaking snowflakes and the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy as they perform with dazzling costumes and exquisite sets. Every moment will captivate you and your family's imagination. Fill your hearts with the Christmas spirit this November with BIG Live's iconic production of The Nutcracker!
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21 Nov 2025
Fridays on the Lawn – Student Edition
Fridays on the Lawn – Student EditionWe’re thrilled to relaunch the reimagined Fridays on the Lawn – Student Edition! This exciting event highlights the talents of local student solo acts, bands, and DJs, offering a dynamic platform for young musicians to shine.Set in a lively and supportive environment, the event nurtures creativity, collaboration, and community connection. It’s an incredible opportunity for budding artists to gain real-world performance experience, guided by HOTA’s professional staff, while showcasing their skills in a premier arts industry space.Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of young talent, bringing the community together and inspiring the next generation of musicians.
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21 Nov 2025
Katchafire (nz)
New Zealand reggae icons Katchafire have announced their 2025 tour dates in Australia they prepare to release their ‘Revival 2.0’ album, which sees their debut album being re-recorded with revered reggae names from around the world. For fans of reggae-infused rock, few bands have captured the essence of global unity and pride quite like Katchafire. Renowned as trailblazers of Māori music, their soulful melodies and powerful lyrics have resonated across continents, bringing together audiences from diverse backgrounds. With a career spanning decades, Katchafire’s commitment to celebrating whānau and roots remains at the core of their artistry, an ethos that drives every note and every performance.
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21 Nov 2025
Candlelight: Tribute to Joe Hisaishi
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gold Coast. Buy your tickets now to discover the best of Anime music at The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info 📍 Venue: The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 30 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted 👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ♿ Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible ❓ View the FAQs for this event here 🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone 🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here 🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Gold Coast 🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here Programme Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea My Neighbour Totoro (Stroll, Path of the Wind, A Lost Child, Cat Bus, My Neighbor Totoro) The Wind Rises: A Journey & An Unexpected Meeting Summer from Kikujiro Whisper of the Heart (Hilly Town & Take Me Home, Concrete Road) Kiki's Delivery Service (A Seaside Town) Nausicaa, Valley of the Wind (The Birdman, The Days Long Gone, Nausicaa Requiem, The Legend of the Wind) Laputa: Castle in the Sky (Carrying You) Howl's Moving Castle (The Merry-Go-Round of LIfe) The Tale of Princess Kaguya (When I Remember This Life) Princess Mononoke (Princess Mononoke and Ashitaka and San) Spirited Away (One Summer's Day) Program subject to change. Performers String quartet - courtesy of Paradiso Strings Seating Map
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21 Nov 2025
The Joe Cocker Express - HOTA, Home Of The Arts
The Joe Cocker Express: Mad Dog vs. The Englishman is an extraordinary tribute show that takes you on a journey through the legendary career of Joe Cocker, capturing the essence of two defining eras in his life. This dynamic performance begins with the soulful, mature sounds of Cocker's later years—known as "The Englishman"—before diving into the raw, gritty energy of his early career as the "Mad Dog."
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22 Nov 2025 - 16 Jan 2026 (Annual)
Candlelight: A Tribute to Ed Sheeran
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gold Coast. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ed Sheeran at The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info 📍 Venue: The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 30 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted 👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ♿ Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible. Please see our FAQs linked below regarding wheelchair seating. ❓ View the FAQs for this event here 🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone 🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here 🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Gold Coast 🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here Programme Shape of You Perfect Bad Habits Lego House Galway Girl Thinking Out Loud Happier The A Team Beautiful People Afterglow Photograph Shivers Castle on the Hill Program subject to change Performers String quartet - Paradiso Strings Seating Map
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22 Nov 2025
DONAVON FRANKENREITER and his band
LOVE POLICE PRESENTS DONAVON FRANKENREITER and his band Plus Hendrix Frankenreiter Australian Tour 2025 Much loved songwriter, surfer and soul-soothing storyteller Donavon Frankenreiter and his band are returning to Australia for a string of laid-back, feel-good shows along the East Coast this summer. With his unmistakable blend of sun-drenched folk, roots, and vintage rock, Frankenreiter brings a show that’s equal parts beach party and intimate jam session. Whether you’ve been following him since his early days with Jack Johnson or just discovering his timeless tunes, these shows promise good vibes, great music, and all the mellow magic fans have come to love. Joining Donavon on this East Coast journey is his son, Hendrix Frankenreiter who, like his father, combines flavours of sound, story and surf into his catchy summertime acoustic dreamscapes. Get ready to ride the wave of good times with Donavon Frankenreiter and his band plus Hendrix Frankenreiter supporting as we ease into the Australian summer this November and December.
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22 Nov 2025
Seeds of Beauty- Kingscliff Performing Arts
Kingscliff Performing ArtsKingscliff Performing Arts proudly presents 'Seeds of Beauty'. Join us as we showcase the incredible talent of our students over two entertaining shows. Come and celebrate a wonderful year of dance!Please Note: All performance times are on QLD time
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22 Nov 2025
Christmas Party @ Greendays
Join us for a festive Christmas Party at Greendays for a night of music, dancing, and holiday cheer!Christmas Party @ GreendaysCome join us for a festive Christmas Party at Greendays Restaurant and Bar! Get ready to jingle and mingle with colleagues, friends and family in our unique garden setting. Enjoy 3 course grazing menu and great music while spreading holiday cheer.We have private spaces available for "semi private" party OR you can contact us to enquire about your own private function.Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with us!COST: $106.14
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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.