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Listen Up People
Because we've got some serious live music pumping on our playlist. The program is a quality shuffle of local and international acts performing on a mind-blowing range of Gold Coast stages. Parkland rock festivals, folky-soul by the beach, jazz at the casino, stadium headliners. Sound good? Then crank it up!
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21 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2026
2026 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships
The Australian Surf Life Saving Championships, colloquially known as The Aussies, is the pinnacle Surf Life Saving event and largest event of its kind. The Aussies not only represents high-performance sport and major event status but also plays a crucial role in developing the practical skills of surf lifesavers. The physical and mental demands of competition build fitter, faster, and stronger lifesavers who patrol our beaches nationwide. Every competitor at The Aussies 2026 is a qualified and proficient surf lifesaver. Surf Life Saving Australia is proud to host the iconic Australian Titles, supporting all participants as they train and refine their rescue-ready capabilities — for both sport and real-life rescue situations.
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21 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2026
Gold Coast T100 Triathlon
Race the Australian dream of sun, surf and sand as you swim, bike, run throughout Queensland's iconic Gold Coast. Known for its flat terrain, this course will be ideal for those seeking their personal best or taking their first step into a triathlon. Choose your distance from the pinnacle 100km triathlon to shorter distance triathlons or a run event.
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11 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2026
Supanova Pop Culture Expo Gold Coast
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11 Apr 2026
Pho3nix Kids Gold Coast Triathlon
The Pho3nix Kids Gold Coast Triathlon is a free, fun participation based non-competitive event. Bike / Run, Swim / Run and Fun Run options also available. Each child will receive a tshirt, swimming cap and finishers medal.
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11 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2026
Pho3nix Gold Coast Triathlon
The Gold Coast Tri – Luke Harrop Memorial has long been known as the triathlon for triathletes – if there is one race on the calendar not to miss, this is it. They’d love you to join them for some fast and flat racing at the beautiful Broadwater Parklands at the northern end of the Gold Coast. With Sprint, Enticer and Kool Kids options available, there is something for everyone.
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12 Apr 2026
Gold Coast 10
Gold Coast 10 and Gold Coast 5 running events, starting and finishing on the lawn in the Broadwater Parklands. The event will start on sunrise at 6am and utilize the cool early Autumn conditions and the super fast, flat highway road surface.
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18 Apr 2026
St Georges Day Medieval Dinner
The Tale of St George. You surely cannot sacrifice a princess to the ferocious Dragon! George thought to himself and then went on a mission to protect her and the village from the Dragon. An event you can witness the story and choose to believe in Dragons. After the battle has taken place all will join in a feast not only to celebrate victory but to St George himself with live entertainment provided by Belswagger Morris Dancers Two-course Banquet dinner with platters of meat and vegetables and Trifle pudding. Dietary requirements in advance, vegans and vegetarians also catered for.
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26 Apr 2026
Von Bibra Gold Coast Running Festival
Von Bibra Gold Coast Running Festival is proudly supported by the Queensland Government. Join in for the 14th anniversary of the Von Bibra Gold Coast Running Festival. Come along and run in the Gold Coast sunshine. Enjoy the fast, safe, closed road circuit. With distances available for all running and walking abilities, they have a race for you, your running group and the whole family!
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21 May 2026 - 24 May 2026
2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
Welcome to Australia's must-see boating blockbuster! The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is the greatest show afloat! The Southern Hemisphere's marquee marine event with a superstar lineup of more than 300 exhibitors across everything from the latest marine gadgets and must-have technology to a massive display of trailer boats, sail boats, motor yachts and superyachts plus a raft of exciting new product launches. The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show promises plenty of showstopping moments from exclusive VIP experiences in The Lagoon Beach Club to boatloads of activities, including live entertainment stages, fishing demonstrations, street performers and a fun-filled kids activities. Get along to the biggest and best boating lifestyle show with over 820 boats and thousands of marine products. Don't miss this full-on, four-day, action-packed event of all things aquatic.
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03 Jun 2026 - 07 Jun 2026
Cooly Rocks On
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the iconic motors, music, and lifestyle of yesteryear when Cooly Rocks On returns 3-7 June 2026! Renowned as one of Australia's best Show 'N' Shine displays, Coolangatta will be transported back in time as the streets are lined with over 900 cars, hot rods, kustom classics, lowbrow art, and more — all lining the vibrant streets of Coolangatta in a dazzling tribute to automotive culture. When it comes to music, prepare to be swept away by some of the finest rock 'n' roll, swing, rockabilly, and tribute acts from across the globe. Cooly Rocks On holds the distinguished honour of being one of only three Australian festivals to host an official preliminary round of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, where the winner earns a coveted spot at Elvis Week in Memphis, USA. Festival favourites don't stop there: the iconic Cooly Rocks On Pin-up Pageant is a celebration of vintage glamour and charm, while the Nostalgia Markets along the Coolangatta beachfront offer a treasure trove of retro goods, memorabilia, and collectibles. With a captivating mix of free and ticketed entertainment spanning five unforgettable days, Cooly Rocks On 2026 promises to be an exhilarating journey back in time — and they can't wait to relive the magic with you in Coolangatta!
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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.