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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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25 Oct 2025
Katie Noonan: Jeff Buckley's Grace Tour
Katie Noonan: Jeff Buckley's Grace Tour“Her voice really is a thing of wonder.” - The Australian Frontier Touring is delighted to announce five-time ARIA award-winning artist Katie Noonan will embark on a 20-date headline tour across Australia, performing the works of Jeff Buckley’s iconic album Grace. Celebrating one of music’s most notable albums, Katie will take her mind-blowing live show across metro and regional areas of the country. With over 25 years in the industry, Katie Noonan has proved herself as one of Australia’s most hardworking, versatile and prolific artists. Named one of the greatest Australian singers of all time by the Herald Sun, Katie has produced 29 albums throughout her career, with seven times platinum record sales under her belt and 29 ARIA award nominations that span diverse genres. In 2023 Katie was awarded ‘Best Live Voice QLD’ in the National Live Music Awards. Katie first introduced her unique adaptation of Jeff Buckley’s Grace live, recently performing an incredible five sold-out nights at Sydney Festival. Praise from fans and critics came pouring in for the singer-songwriter's ability to maintain the qualities of the traditional tracks while adding her unique flair and tone to curate a memorable homage to an iconic body of work. Support: Jack Carty Frontier Member Presale: Thu 22 May, 12pm - Fri 23 May, 12pm Artist Presale: Thu 22 May, 12pm - Fri 23 May, 12pm General Public on sale Mon 26 May, 12pm
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25 Oct 2025
Men Matter Raceday
Racing, mateship, and raising awareness and funds for Men's Health on Cox Plate Day! Now in its fifth year, the Men Matter Raceday continues to grow as a powerful initiative raising awareness and vital funds for men's health charities, with AUD380,000 raised to date. This year, the spectacular event will be held on Cox Plate Day. Join us for an event that champions an important cause while delivering all the trackside energy and entertainment the season is known for.
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25 Oct 2025
Men Matter Cox Plate Day
Racing, mateship, and raising awareness and funds for Men's Health on Cox Plate Day! Now in its fifth year, the Men Matter Raceday continues to grow as a powerful initiative raising awareness and vital funds for men's health charities, with AUD380,000 raised to date. This year, the spectacular event will be held on Cox Plate Day. Join an event that champions an important cause while delivering all the trackside energy and entertainment the season is known for.
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26 Oct 2025 - 01 Nov 2025
2025 Gold Coast World Masters Golf Championship
The 30th celebration of the annual Gold Coast World Masters hosted on Queensland's most famous coastline stretch – the Gold Coast has earned a reputation as Australia’s best tournament for club golfers. The Gold Coast World Masters gives everyday golfers the experience of competing in a major professional tournament. Accommodation, airport pick-up, transfers to courses, golf club valet, live scoring and playing for major prizes are among the services and experiences unique to this event. Beyond the golf, quality social events are hosted at iconic Gold Coast locations to foster fun and friendship among participants. There's also big-name entertainment. A variety of day tours and activities are scheduled to encourage participants to experience more of the Gold Coast.
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26 Oct 2025
Welcome to the Circus
Welcome to the Circus, CAPA Petite Concert 2025Step right up and experience the magic of the circus as the youngest stars of Currumbin Academy of Performing Arts take the stage in Welcome to the Circus! Our 2025 Petite Concert brings together the joy, courage, and creativity of our dancers in a whimsical celebration for the whole family. From strongmen and acrobats to ringmasters and contortionists, each routine has been lovingly choreographed to showcase the personality, teamwork, and growth of our Petite students. With colourful costumes, playful storytelling, and a sprinkle of circus wonder, this performance is more than a concert it's an enchanting journey where every child gets their moment to shine. Join us at HOTA, Sun 26 Oct 2025, for an afternoon of fun, laughter, and heartwarming performances as our dancers light up the stage under the big top.
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26 Oct 2025
World Champagne Day at Beechmont Estate
World Champagne Day celebrations are back for another year at Beechmont Estate with an exquisite five-course, six-champagne dining experience at The Paddock. This years event featuring a bespoke menu by Executive Chef Josh Childs and a guided champagne-tasting experience by Elise Coulter in collaboration with three of the world's greatest Champagne maisons: Moët & Chandon, Ruinart and Veuve Clicquot. Event Highlights: Six Champagnes: Delight in a guided tasting of six unforgettable Champagnes, including prestige cuvées such as a rare back vintage magnum of Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2013, the elegance of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs, the vibrancy of Veuve Clicquot Rose and the indulgence of Moët & Chandon Nectar Impérial. Five-Course Menu: Enjoy a spring-inspired menu crafted to pair perfectly with each Champagne, showcasing the best local spring local produce. Expert Host: Elise Coulter will guide you through the Moët & Chandon, Ruinart and Veuve Clicquot universes, enhancing your tasting journey. Dress Code: Spring florals encouraged
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26 Oct 2025
Frank Sultana and Friends
Blues fans, this one's for you! Den Devine is bringing Frank Sultana – winner of the 2023 Memphis International Blues Challenge and holder of 7 Sydney Blues Society Awards including Artist of the Year, Best Traditional Blues and Best Songwriter! Lineup Grant Carruthers, Chev Wilson Band, Frank Sultana. And don't go anywhere after – hang out for Soul Sundays Pro Muso Jam – free entry! Den Devine, Broadbeach – Music Is Life
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26 Oct 2025
Gold Coast - Sunday 26 October, 2025
Attention Gold Coast! Love Me Again Market is heading to Space 10 in Palm Beach for a special edition pre-loved fashion market!Make your plans to shop from an incredible range of women's pre-loved fashion OR book a stall to earn some cash and find your pre-loved pieces a new home!We can't wait to see you there!THE DETAILS | EVENT DETAILSSunday 26 OctoberMarket is open 8am - 12pm26/24 Tenth Ave, Palm BeachTHE DETAILS | COST$75 + booking fee (Split a stall with a friend and pay only $37.50 each! Strictly maximum 2 people per stall) THE DETAILS | WHAT'S INCLUDEDA 2m x 1.5m market spaceEach stall will have access to a chairStallholders to bring up to 2 clothing hanging racks (highly recommended)PLUS!Changerooms and mirrors provided on-siteStreet parking for stallholders and customers available in surrounding streetsDownloadable signage and pricing posters to print at homeFull insurance coverCoffee van on-siteLove Me Again Markets are a welcoming and fun environment for all people, all ages and all sizes. Our markets are focused on customer experience - try clothes on in our change rooms, enjoy easy access with heaps of car parking for customers and meet likeminded women at this fun event.We have an amazing community of customers at every market and our staff are always on hand if you have any questions. We can’t wait to have you join us!Upon booking you will receive an extensive stallholder info pack with all the information you need for market day!
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29 Oct 2025
Pevan & Sarah in Concert
Pevan & Sarah in ConcertPevan & Sarah are back on the road and ready to light up stages across the country with their signature mix of music, laughter and learning! Join the dynamic duo for a 50-minute, action-packed performance full of all your favourite hits, as Pevan the tiger and his energetic sidekick Sarah bring the house down in a show that’s as entertaining as it is educational. Little ones (and big ones) will sing along, laugh out loud and soak up every moment of this unforgettable live experience. Created by teachers, this interactive spectacle blends curriculum-aligned literacy and numeracy with essential social-emotional skills, teamwork and of course, plenty of fun! It's the perfect outing for schools, families and anyone excited to see this iconic pair in action. Get those tiger ears ready, warm up your vocal cords and prepare for a stage show that promises to entertain, inspire and leave your little ones buzzing long after the final bow.Free tickets will be offered to educators/supervising adults of school groups on a 10:1 student ratio. Please contact the box office on (07) 5588 4000 to make a school booking.Please note that refunds and reductions in booking numbers are not available.
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30 Oct 2025
BEATS BINGO - 1990s to 2010s [ROBINA] at TGI Fridays
It's another massive Beats Bingo playlist - with great prizes to win!It's BOOZY BEATS BINGO at TGI Fridays American Bar & Grill.Forget traditional bingo! BEATS is a music-charged celebration of the best music of today, yesterday, and the day before that. There are no rolling balls, no boring commentary - if your song, artist, or album comes up on your bingo card, mark it off while you groove along and win fantastic prizes. Be reminded of the songs you love while you eat, drink, and be merry at the best and most entertaining version of bingo in town!PRIZESTGI Fridays vouchers up for grabs at every bingo!THE EVENTWe'll throw the doors open from 6:30pm so you can swing in, grab your seat, plan your order, and get ready for the show to begin. Play with a friend or get a whole table together and have a wonderful time.This event is hosted by your local Bingo Baron or Baroness from Capacity Crowd Events. They'll keep the night moving, your cards marking, and the music blasting!BINGO!DANCE OFFS!LIP SYNCH BATTLES!SING ALONGS!It's all here.DEALS ON BINGO NIGHTSEnjoy large cocktails at a small price every Ultimate Thursday! They're perfect to share, or for anyone feeling real thirsty, our Ultimate cocktails are served in an extra-large glass using premium spirits. Try an Ultimate version of our signature Margarita or Long Island Iced Tea, or power up with an Ultimate Electric Lemonade!HOW TO REGISTERRemember to reserve a free ticket for each of the people participating so we can allocate tables for you. Add one ticket per participant at your table.If this event is marked as ‘sold out’ please do not hesitate to join the waitlist. We make additional tables available closer to the event.If you are unable to attend for any reason, please cancel your tickets as early as possible. These events frequently sell out, and we can make spots available to others on the waitlist.Please arrive early to order your food and drinks to avoid wait times.COST: Free
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31 Oct 2025
Halloween at Southport Sharks
Get ready to unleash your spooky side at Sharks this Halloween! Kick off Halloween night with the whole family at Frenzy’s from 5PM! Tuck into a seafood buffet extravaganza, while the kids enjoy free face painting to get trick-or-treat ready. It’s the perfect early dinner stop before hitting the neighbourhood. From roaming zombies to chilling tunes, they’ve got the perfect fright night waiting for you. Their staff will be looking their ghoulish best – and we hope you do too. FIND OUT MORE
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31 Oct 2025
Halloween in the Laneway
Celebrate the spirit of Halloween at Cavill Lane Surfers Paradise Oct 31 4-9pmWe can’t wait to showcase a FREE mini-Halloween celebration in the heart of Surfers Paradise Friday, October 31, 4-9pm. SHOP UNTIL YOU DROP with The Witches Markets among their special market mix brewed up just for this event! Join the Witches, Wizards, Sorcerers, and Wise Ones for all those hard-to-get supplies, quirky gifts and more. PHOTO OPPS - Capture the fun, memories, characters and OR a fright by our roving actors* and keep a look out for our alluring entertainers! EAT, DRINK & BE SCARY - Indulge in your heart’s content at one of our many dining options and or bars.PLUS, we will be giving away two $50 Cavill Lane gift vouchers on the night for best costume! So, make sure you show us what you got for this awesome spot prize!All all-ages are welcome though some characters maybe be TOO SCARY for younger and or sensitive audiences, therefore please consider this before attending. So, for the fun lovers, entertainment seekers, Halloween lovers and or ones just looking for a good time, we’ve got you.*NOTE this event will have smoke effects, horror characters and minor scares so please enter at your own risk.COST: Free
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31 Oct 2025 - 02 Nov 2025
The Long Sunset 2025
Lose the map, find the music. The Long Sunset returns with a stacked lineup ready to light up the Scenic Rim region. Just over an hour from Brisbane or the Gold Coast, a new basecamp in the heart of Boonah is set up. Headlined by beloved indie heavyweights Boy & Bear and pop powerhouse Vera Blue, this year's festival brings together a mix of beloved fan favourites, genre-defying acts, and high-energy performers who know how to get the crowd moving. Gretta Ray adds sharp pop hooks and heartfelt songwriting, while The Buoys bring punchy, guitar-driven energy. Jem Cassar-Daley delivers soul and depth, Playlunch crank up the chaos with their signature bogan funk, and Tjaka blend traditional sounds with modern beats. The Vernons keep things bluesy and loud, and Bunny Racket brings the noise for little rockers and their grown-ups. There's something for everyone — from sunrise yoga and hands-on workshops to roving performers, local food trucks, and plenty more still to be announced. As part of Qld Music Trails: The Scenic Rim, expect live music activations, pop-ups and events happening all around the region. Explore hidden wineries, take a wander through forest trails, soak up quiet country pubs, or find your own secret spot to watch the sun go down.
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31 Oct 2025 - 23 Nov 2025
Lassu Cosmic Cabaret
Step into LASSÙ Cosmic Cabaret Saloon perched on the galaxy's edge, where space cowboys, alien drifters, and the legendary Rodeo Sisters dazzle with out-of-this-world acts. Join Rodeo Clown Rusty as he journeys through the golden days of LASSÙ, determined to revive the magic that once filled the saloon. Immerse yourself in a story where past and future collide in a spectacular, Adults Only risqué circus experience.
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31 Oct 2025
Drag Queen Bingo | Halloween Queens
This ain't no nanna bingo! We're celebrating a super special Xmas in July edition of Drag Queen Bingo, hosted by a superstar lineup to be announced soon! You won't want to the epic tunes from DJ VICES! Enjoy dinner & drinks from the yummy food vendors at Miami Marketta, and get ready for an unforgettable evening! This is a MA15+ event and a safe and accepting space! No children or babies - no exceptions.
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31 Oct 2025
Halloween at Southport Yacht Club
A creepy and kooky night of Halloween at the Southport Yacht Club. Step into the haunted hall where it's mysterious and spooky, altogether ooky – the perfect setting for a fang-tastic Halloween celebration. Bring the whole fam-bam or should we say the Addams fam-bam for a frightfully fun evening. This spook-tacular annual event always sells out – so don't ghost the chance to join. Expect thrills, chills and ooky kooky treats that even Wednesday would crack a smile at. Best dressed competition – come dressed to kill metaphorically of course for the chance to win ghoulish prizes. DJ spinning monster mash-ups. Face painters to transform the little ghouls. Games that will have guests dying of laughter and lollies… so many lollies, even Cousin Itt would approve. Parents must book too.
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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.