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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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07 Jun 2025
Hota Twilight Markets
Saturday 7th June 4pm - 9pm Step into a twilight wonderland at Hota's mid year Night celebration! They'll have an array of gourmet food stalls, live music and unique artisan goodies! Soak up the goodies with your family and friends and enjoy the live tunes all night long.
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07 Jun 2025
HOTA Hawker Night Market
Get ready to treat all five senses at the HOTA Hawker Night Markets on Saturday 7th of June for a celebration of food, culture, and entertainment. The Gold Coast is set to come alive with colour, culture and cuisine as the HOTA Hawker Night Markets return for an open-air celebration inspired by the bustling hawker centres of Southeast Asia. With over 150 gourmet and artisan stalls, this is a street feast for your senses you don't want to miss – bursting with international flavours, handmade treasures, and that buzzing market energy we all love. Lay out your picnic rug on the lawn and kick back with your haul of delicious eats and gourmet goodies. Soak up live local tunes and those dreamy Surfers Paradise skyline views across Evandale Lake. What's on the menu: Flavours from across the globe 150+ gourmet food and artisanal stalls Live local bands and performers Fire twirlers & roving entertainment Gorgeous views over Evandale Lake and the Surfers Paradise skyline Free entry HOTA is a hot destination, and parking will be limited due to several popular events around the precinct! They recommend you scoot, bus, walk, ride, skip, unicycle, rideshare, Hopo or carpool to make the most of the evening!
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07 Jun 2025
Beef & Beer Masterclass and Tasting
Celebrate the finest local produce and the artistry of beer brewing and butchery at this unique masterclass event, presented by Boonah Brewing Co. and The Butcher Co. at the newly renovated Commercial Hotel Boonah. Guests will be immersed in an afternoon dedicated to showcasing the region’s craftsmanship, with a focus on locally sourced ingredients that are the heart of the experience. Attendees will witness live butchery demonstrations by Kane from The Butcher Co., as he expertly breaks down premium cuts of beef sourced from local farms. Joining him is Chef Jake Nicolson, who will share tips on cooking these cuts to perfection, emphasising the natural flavours of the local meat. The head brewer from Boonah Brewing Co. will guide guests through their selection of locally brewed beers, explaining the brewing process and the unique qualities of each brew. Participants will enjoy tastings of signature beers, perfectly paired with the expertly prepared cuts of beef, ensuring a sensational gastronomic experience. This masterclass offers the perfect opportunity to celebrate local produce, beer, and culinary talent, all while enjoying a relaxed, hands-on learning experience at the Commercial Hotel Boonah. It’s an event not to be missed! This event is presented as part of Scenic Rim Eat Local Month. Cost: $89
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07 Jun 2025 - 17 Aug 2025
National Gallery of Australia: Enjoy this Trip - The Art of Music Posters
National Gallery of Australia: Enjoy this Trip - The Art of Music Posters'The musicians were turning up their amplifiers to the point where they were blowing out your eardrums. I did the equivalent with the eyeballs.' Victor MoscosoDrawn from the National Gallery’s expansive collection of Australian and international music posters spanning the 1960s to 1980s, Enjoy this trip: The art of music posters captures the spirit of the times as an era of experimentation. Journey back to the Summer of Love and be transported to a time when the music was funky, the art was kaleidoscopic and psychedelia was in full swing. Enjoy this trip presents a nostalgic exploration of the times through art, graphic design, music, colour and typography. This is a National Gallery Touring Exhibition supported by the Australian Government through the National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program. Curator: Leanne Santoro, Curator, Sharing the National Collection. Artwork: Paul Worstead, Jimmy Jones Souvenirs, Mental as anything - Creatures of leisure (Martin), 1982, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, gift of the artist 1994 This work appears on screen courtesy of the artist © Paul Worsted / Copyright Agency, 2024
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07 Jun 2025 - 20 Jun 2025
Australian Open Bowls
After moving to the sunny Gold Coast in 2015, the Australian Open has become a true festival of bowls, with 14 days of action played across the 14 host clubs on the Gold Coast. Over 3,500 bowlers from across Australia, and indeed the world are expected to attend again, with entry being completely open to any registered bowler! Not only is the Australian Open the World's Biggest Bowls Festival, it is also the richest bowls event in the world with a staggering total of over AUD$300,000 prize money across the 13 disciplines. Australian Open fast facts: A completely open-to-enter event with no qualifying; Sectional rounds played in each discipline initially, with qualifiers progressing through to knockouts; Completely random draw - no seedings in either sectional or knockout play; 15 hosts clubs; 14 days of competition; 13 disciplines with a total prize pool of over AUD$300,000; "Mega Bowl" events open to anyone, including non-bowlers; Two days of finals filmed and broadcast on SBS Viceland, Fox Sports and Kayo.
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07 Jun 2025
Jimeoin - Pandemonium - Boonah
A Stalwart of Australian comedy and all-round likeable rogue, comedian Jimeoin happily imparts his clever and quirky observations on everyday suburban life in his trademark devil-may-care style.
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07 Jun 2025
Long Lunch on the Lawn
Experience luxury in the country with 180-degree panoramic views of mountaintops and sweeping vistas of the Scenic Rim. This premium long lunch on the lawn at the Mount French private estate, features four courses made with locally sourced ingredients. Extend your visit and stay at the lodge to discover one of the Scenic Rim's hidden gems. This event is deliciously presented as part of the 2025 Scenic Rim Eat Local Month.
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07 Jun 2025 - 14 Jun 2025
Solento Surf Festival
8 days of music, surfing, film and artCelebrated surf filmmaker Taylor Steele is bringing his surf arts festival – Solento Surf Festival – to the Gold Coast for the first time, with a week-long celebration of surf, film, art, and music from 7–14 June across Burleigh Heads, Mondrian Gold Coast and HOTA, Home of the Arts. This will mark the festival’s first ever debut outside of the USA, and local filmmakers have the opportunity to participate in an intimate Master Class with Taylor Steele himself onsite at HOTA. HOTA will also host the Solento Surf Festival Art Exhibit with works from renowned artists including Otis Carey, David Bromley and Karlee Mackey. The local eight-day Solento Surf Festival will be a one-of-a-kind experience showcasing some of today’s most captivating surf films, intimate music performances and a community surf day where emerging boardriders can take on some of the greats.
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07 Jun 2025
Fermented Food Festival
Calling all fermentation enthusiasts, sourdough aficionados, and beer lovers! The Fermented Food Festival returns in 2025, bringing together experts, food artisans, and market stalls for a day of delicious discoveries. Learn about the ancient craft of making krauts, kombucha, miso, tempeh, kefir, sourdough, and more through engaging displays and guest presentations. Explore the health benefits of fermentation, enjoy live music, cuddle a camel, sample a variety of fermented treats, and say hi to the 612 ABC Radio Brisbane team. Whether you're a fermentation fanatic or just curious, this festival has something for everyone. This event is deliciously presented as part of the 2025 Scenic Rim Eat Local Month.
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08 Jun 2025
Cooly Rocks On 2025 - Beachside Rock 'n' Roll Dance
Get ready to lace up those dancing shoes because Cooly Rocks On 2025 is bringing the party to the beach! Don’t miss the Beachside Rock 'n' Roll Dance, where the Elvis Marquee transforms into the ultimate dance floor. With live entertainment from Rock 'N' Roll favourites Kris Knight & the Boogey Men, and plenty of space to twist, jive, and boogie the night away, this is your chance to let loose and say farewell to Cooly Rocks On 2025! Show Date: Sunday 8th June Show Time: 5:30PM Location: Elvis Marquee By purchasing a ticket, you agree to theTerms and ConditionsandElvis Marquee Conditions of Entryas outlined.As programmed shows are held within licensed venues, ticket holders may be required to provide valid ID when requested by officials. Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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08 Jun 2025
Cooly Rocks On 2025 - Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest: Round Three
The stage is set for the final showdown at the 2025 Cooly Rocks On Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest! Watch the top five Elvis Tribute Artists (ETAs) go head-to-head in a battle for the crown and the ultimate prize—a chance to compete in Memphis at the prestigious International Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest at Graceland. Prepare to be mesmerised as these incredible performers channel the King himself, delivering electrifying performances worthy of Elvis Week. Feel the energy, witness the passion, and soak up the magic of the competition finale that will see the winner represent Cooly Rocks On at the International Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest as part of Elvis Week at Graceland. Show Date: Sunday 8th June Show Time: 11:00AM Location: Elvis Marquee *Doors open 30 minutes prior to show time By purchasing a ticket, you agree to the Terms and Conditions and Elvis Marquee Conditions of Entry as outlined. As programmed shows are held within licensed venues, ticket holders may be required to provide valid ID when requested by officials. Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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From now until 08 Jun 2025
Kooralbyn Valley 4-hour MTB Endurance
Ride the course as part of a team or race solo, two-person team, mixed team, it’s up to you – and depends on how crazy you are! This year, they're also introducing a family team option at all events – because of families that MTB together, stay together! Please note: the race starts at 8 am with a seven-kilometre loop around Kooralbyn Valley. This is a mountain biking event.
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08 Jun 2025 - 29 Jun 2025
Veggie Picking with the Farmer
Join fifth-generation farmers for a hands-on, family-friendly day! Harvest fresh veggies with the Scholl family, learn how they grow their produce, ask questions, and take home your veggies for a delicious, homegrown dinner. This all-ages adventure offers a true farm experience - come be a farmer for the day! This event is deliciously presented as part of the 2025 Scenic Rim Eat Local Month.
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08 Jun 2025
Heritage Poultry Farm Tour and Sunset Dinner
Embark on a true paddock-to-plate journey at Heritage Farm in Harrisville, where you’ll go behind the scenes of this working pastured poultry farm, home to award-winning poultry that thrives on lush pasture. Discover how their unique breed of slow grown meat chickens and American bronze turkeys are raised with care on pasture allowing them to thrive and develop a richer flavour. See how other farm animals in combination with the poultry play a key role in improving the pasture. As the sun sets, gather around a long table for a delicious dinner featuring the farm’s award-winning poultry. Scenic Rim Food Ambassador, chef Daniel Groneberg, will prepare a variety of mouthwatering dishes that celebrate the true essence of paddock-to-plate dining. This event is presented as part of Scenic Rim Eat Local Month. Cost: $75
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08 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025
Citrus Liqueur Creation: Craft Your Zesty Cello
Learn the art of making citrus liqueurs with expert distillers in this immersive experience at the award-winning Tamborine Mountain Distillery. Guests will explore the world of Limoncello, Limecello, and Orangecello, discovering how fresh citrus fruits are infused into these lively, zesty spirits. The adventure begins with a behind-the-scenes tour of the distillery, where participants will uncover the history and craftsmanship behind creating citrus liqueurs. After the tour, guests will indulge in a tasting of premium citrus liqueurs to spark their inspiration. Next, it’s time to get hands-on. Participants will peel and prepare their own fresh citrus base, using exclusive techniques to fast-track the infusion process and craft a unique, custom citrus liqueur. At the end of the class, each guest will take home a 375ml bottle of their personalised citrus cello—infused with the zest of their own creativity. What’s included: – Guided distillery tour showcasing the citrus liqueur-making process – Tasting session of signature citrus liqueurs – Hands-on liqueur crafting session with expert distillers – Your own unique 375ml bottle of citrus liqueur to take home This event is presented as part of Scenic Rim Eat Local Month. Cost: $79
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12 Jun 2025
Marrow
MarrowA choreographic course correction for a nation searching for a new direction. Set on a shared ground where politics and identity are not our totality, Marrow is a muscular dance work that sees Australian Dance Theatre’s incredible ensemble tangle with layers of smoke and light to disassemble our dominant cultural narratives and reveal the truth of our past. Created by Daniel Riley in collaboration with ADT’s Company Artists, senior Kaurna/Ngarrindjeri Elder Uncle Moogy Sumner AM, composer James Howard (SAVAGE), Matthew Adey (THE HUM) and Ailsa Patterson (Tracker), Marrow sees the company delve deeper into the falsehoods and alienation at the core of our shared history. Bracingly honest, Marrow is a clear-eyed and powerful work that sifts through the smoky forms of our national conscience to imagine a new future that acknowledges the push of our present moment.
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