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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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30 Aug 2025
Tamborine Rodeo
Where the excitement of rodeo meets the heart of the Logan community! Prepare for a spectacular showcase of rodeo prowess at Woodstock Farm, Tamborine. This Rodeo is one you don't want to miss!
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From now until 30 Aug 2025 (Annual)
Wild Earth Coastal High Trail Run
The Wild Earth Coastal High is an epic trail running event located in the iconic and spectacularly picturesque Gold Coast Hinterland. Running on trails contained within the pristine Lamington and Springbrook National Parks, the Coastal High two events; of 50km or 28km, that cover the best trails that South-East Queensland has to offer. The Wild Earth Coastal High sees runners traverse spectacular trails through sub-tropical rainforest, open forest, and along cliff tops within Lamington National Park, before descending down into the Numinbah Valley and then climbing up to finish adjacent to the magnificent Purlingbrook Falls in Springbrook National Park. The Wild Earth Coastal High trail run is special. Two World Heritage listed National Parks; trail running in a location that has to be enjoyed to be believed.
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From now until 06 Sep 2025
Ritchies Boonah Arts Festival
An eight day arts festival including awards for art, writing and fashion. The Festival includes events such as the Comedy Night, Sip and Paint, Youth Showcase, Art Workshops and Fashion and Festival Awards. Free entry to the Art Awards on display throughout the week.
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31 Aug 2025
COSENTINO TRICKED An Evening Of Wonder
COSENTINO TRICKED An Evening Of WonderStep into the mysterious world of Australia’s greatest illusionist, Cosentino.Witness the impossible as the ‘International Magician of the Year’ takes you on an unforgettable journey with his brand-new production, 'TRICKED – an Evening of Wonder’.‘TRICKED - an Evening of Wonder’ isn’t just a magic show, it’s an immersive theatre experience where the line between reality and fantasy are blurred.Be captivated by breathtaking grand stage illusions, mind-boggling close-up wonders and heart stopping escapes that will leave you mesmerised to the very last jaw-dropping moment.You won’t believe your eyes! This production is perfect for all ages, thrill seekers and anyone who truly loves a one-of-a-kind magical experience.Prepare to be amazed, prepare to be ‘TRICKED’. www.cosentino.com.au
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31 Aug 2025
Gold Coast's Annual Wedding Expo 2025 - Gold Coast Turf Club
The Gold Coast Annual Wedding Expo is a well-established and popular event in the heart of the Gold Coast region, hosted at the Gold Coast Turf Club. Featuring over 100 of the finest wedding and bridal suppliers from the Gold Coast and beyond, this expo brings together the best in wedding inspiration. With a vibrant, local atmosphere, the Gold Coast Bridal Expo is full of colour, creativity, and live entertainment—an unmissable event for couples. Enjoy free entry and parking, plus receive the exclusive ‘I’M GETTING MARRIED’ Bridal Bag. The hand-selected vendors include florists, bridal gowns, photographers, wedding cars, cake designers, videographers, reception venues, and more.
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04 Sep 2025
IMAGINE LIVE
IMAGINE LIVEMagical and meaningful, IMAGINE LIVE is a celebration of creativity, friendship and our precious natural world. With the help of the audience, performers play and sing their way through the pages of Alison Lester’s iconic best-selling book, and quickly discover there is WAY more to these pages than they first thought. Spot a leopard, dive with a dolphin or dig up a dinosaur as this iconic book springs into life before your eyes. IMAGINE LIVE combines live action and animation with digital puppetry in a large-scale, multi-screen performance. Underscored by original music, characters and objects travel between real and animated worlds, responding in real time to audience input. Beautiful and meaningful, IMAGINE LIVE is a celebration of the transformative power of creativity. Created by the multi-award-winning team from Robot Song, IMAGINE LIVE is a 55 min interactive musical performance for families...Nana’s are especially welcome!
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05 Sep 2025 - 07 Sep 2025
2025 AASCF QLD State Championships Cheer & Dance Championships
The Australian All Star Cheerleading Federation State Championship Series, running in September, is hugely popular as the entirety of each States All Star Cheer and Dance teams in all ages, genres and levels compete for the State Title.
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05 Sep 2025 - 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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06 Sep 2025
2025 NRL Telstra Premiership - Gold Coast Titans V Tigers (RD 27)
*Times are subject to change 3.30pm Gates Open 5:30pm Kick Off .
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06 Sep 2025
Witches Market Gold Coast - Ostara
The Witches Market returns to the Gold Coast for its 4th year, and this year celebrating Ostara (Easter) as it truly falls on this date in the Southern Hemisphere
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06 Sep 2025
Gold Coast Titans V Tigers (Round 27)
*Times are subject to change TBC Gates Open 5:30pm Kick Off .
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06 Sep 2025
2025 NRL Telstra Premiership - Gold Coast Titans v Tigers (Rd 27)
*Times are subject to change 3.30pm Gates Open 3:35pm Leaguability Adaptive & Inclusive Matches 5:30pm Kick Off .
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06 Sep 2025
NRL Gold Coast Titans v Tigers (Round 27)
The Gold Coast Titans are set to take on the Wests Tigers at Cbus Super Stadium for Round 27 of the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership. Be there for all the action!
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10 Sep 2025 - 13 Sep 2025
Wonderbox
WonderboxSensorium Theatre, Australia’s leading theatre company creating work specifically for young audiences with disability and their friends, invites children to roll the dice and embark on an exciting journey into the unknown. Inside a giant puzzle-box of illusions, quirky carnival friends with magic in their pockets guide audiences through an immersive, multi-sensory wonderland. Here, they’ll encounter fantastic large-scale projections, intriguing tiny delights, and lively, infectious music. Every child’s curiosity is celebrated and rewarded with delightful surprises. The adventure unfolds as boxes reveal more boxes, giving each child a chance to discover a magical version of themselves. In Wonderbox, tiny moments of whole worlds in a matchbox lead to vast universes where everyone, reflected in the stars of the Milky Way, is shown to be wonderful. After more than 13 years of engaging and captivating thousands of young audiences with disability nationally and internationally through their magical, multi-sensory immersive shows, Perth-based Sensorium Theatre continues to break down barriers to truly inclusive arts experiences with their most ambitious show yet. Wonderbox is designed to be accessible to all children, inviting every child (and the child within us all) to look inside and find their rightful place.
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12 Sep 2025
Gold Coast Schools Comp - Graduation Cup | Nerang QLD
Gold Coast Schools, Rocky Trail Academy is coming back to Nerang and its Graduation Cup time!! Hosted by Rocky Trail Entertainment, this event is designed for high school-age riders to challenge themselves across three epic timed stages on some of the best trails in the region. Whether they’re looking to challenge themselves or just have fun with friends, the Rocky Trail Academy event is all about fostering growth and camaraderie. The event format includes three stages, designed to test a variety of skills, including endurance, speed, and technical ability. Everyone gets five possible runs on each track, with the fastest time per stage counting toward your final result. With no set track order and untimed liaisons, you can enjoy the beautiful outdoors at your own pace. Riders will also earn points for their school, with bonus points awarded for top finishers on each track. Race categories are based on school year groups - students race against their peers and experience the thrill of friendly competition. Each track is designed to be rideable by anyone from beginners to experienced, ensuring there’s something for every skill level. The experienced team will be there to ensure everything runs smoothly, from registration to course marshalling and first aid services! For full event details, including trail maps, parking, and amenities, visit the official event page.
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12 Sep 2025 - 21 Sep 2025
SWELL Sculpture Festival
10 days of sculpture on the beach! SWELL Sculpture Festival is for everyone! Come and see for yourself! Over 60 large-scale sculptures along beautiful Currumbin Beach which is transformed into an outdoor sculpture park. Connecting people, art and place, SWELL transforms public spaces into family-friendly outdoor sculpture galleries! The annual SWELL Sculpture Festival is celebrating its 22nd year as a free and all-inclusive 10-day outdoor sculpture exhibition by the people for the people. A celebration of narratives and stories spoken through the artworks produced by local, national and international artists. You are invited to immerse at your own level and pace with the sculptures set amongst the natural landscape. Delve deeper into the unique artistic elements programmed each year by attending artist talks, twilight walks, sculptural workshops and masterclasses. SWELL connects with younger artists through the SWELL Kids Elements program. SWELL Fringe Festival includes morning beach meditations, to live music, DJs, workshops, artist panels and more - there’s always something happening. Visit Pop-Up Exhibitions that complete the SWELL compass. There is something for everyone at SWELL!
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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.