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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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01 Aug 2025
Breaking into Heaven: Selve with Australian Session Orchestra
Breaking into Heaven: Selve with Australian Session OrchestraPrepare for an electrifying fusion of sound, story and spectacle as Selve — the trailblazing Indigenous-led alt-rock band from the Gold Coast — joins forces with the 33-piece Australian Session Orchestra for a one-night-only event at HOTA. In an historic world-first, Selve’s upcoming debut album Breaking Into Heaven marks the first full-length album recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios by an Aboriginal artist. This groundbreaking performance will bring the album to life in a high-theatre concert experience, combining cinematic soundscapes with raw rock energy. Accompanied with spectacular visuals featuring performances from contemporary First Nations dance company, Karul Projects, Selve will deliver a fully immersive audio-visual production that celebrates culture, place, and powerful storytelling. This is more than a concert — it’s a cultural milestone. So grab your ticket, bring your dancing shoes and get ready to take off. Selve is taking over HOTA’s Theatre 1 this August for a mind-blowing performance that will echo throughout the BLEACH* Festival and beyond.
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01 Aug 2025
Gold Coast Mackay Yacht Race 2025
Australia's Newest Ocean Race, the inaugural 520 nautical mile GCCM Gold Coast Mackay Yacht Race, lets boats send it in spectacular fashion up the tropical Queensland coast to the Whitsundays, just in time for the northern race weeks. The race has proven to be a navigator's delight and is honoured with magnificent Perpetual Trophies named after true Australian sailing legends.
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01 Aug 2025 - 03 Aug 2025
Kirra Longboard Klassic
A fun longboard event designed to bring together like-minded amateur surfers in two fun-filled days of surfing. For 2025 the Kirra Longboard Klassic is supported with cultural, entertainment, lifestyle, and environmental activation's and high performance surfing with international competitors.
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02 Aug 2025
Gold Coast Titans V Panthers (Round 22)
*Times are subject to change TBC Gates Open 3:00pm Kick Off .
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02 Aug 2025
NRL Gold Coast Titans v Panthers (Round 22)
The Gold Coast Titans are set to take on the Penrith Panthers at Cbus Super Stadium for Round 22 of the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership. Be there for all the action!
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02 Aug 2025 - 03 Aug 2025
Botanical Bazaar 2025
The Botanical Bazaar is the Gold Coast's premier Gardening and Sustainability Festival. It is an interactive Gardening and Sustainable living event aimed to educate and inspire all nature enthusiasts. The event is a perfect blend of learning, shopping, and entertainment, all focused around gardening and sustainable living. Educating and inspiring nature enthusiasts of all ages. See around 90 green exhibitors and local artisans plus celebrity gardener’s talks, demonstrations, botanical art, community groups and kids nature activities. Hear from industry experts on three speaker stages, including beloved ABC Gardening Australia personalities such as Sophie Thomson and Costa Georgiadis. Check out the website for the 2024 line-up. Their insights are truly inspiring, packed with innovative ideas and practical tips. Learn how to grow your own food, urban and small space gardening, and sustainable living concepts. The on-site community gardens are a highlight, with guided tours by celebrity gardeners showcasing sustainable gardening practices. But don't just listen and learn; get hands-on with 30 engaging workshops. The atmosphere was alive with local, live music under The Musical Tree and The Patch, creating a magical backdrop to the festivities. The Kid’s Hub was buzzing with nature play activities and yoga sessions, and the new School Garden Competition is a hit! A relaxing weekend at the Parklands with live music with delicious food, kids hub, market stalls and more.
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02 Aug 2025
OPA! A Night of Greek Delight
OPA! A Night of Greek DelightGather for a memorable night of fun, feasting and celebration with the Greek community on the Gold Coast. Dine on delicious Greek food cooked over the fire right before your eyes and enjoy traditional music and dancing before DJ Adriana plays a set that will have you dancing the night away. Feed your soul, fill your belly and shake your booty!
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02 Aug 2025
Early Bird: Daytime Clubbing for the 30+ Partygoer - Gold Coast
✨ YOUR FAVOURITE 30+ CLUB ✨ EARLY BIRD PARTY SATURDAY 2ND AUGUST 2025 MIAMI MARKETTA GOLD COAST DOORS @ 4PM 18+ Calling all Early Birds! Come join us for our daytime clubbing party for seasoned party goers who are 30+ and love going to bed at a reasonable time... Our DJ’s will be spinning all your fave hits from the 70s through to the early 00s for one unforgettable evening. Come relive your party days with us where we'll have: 🍸 Themed cocktails 🎁 Giveaways on the night 👗 Best dressed costume competition!! Who doesn’t love to party and get a full 8 hours sleep?! Say no to plans that start past 8pm and come party with us 💃 EARLY BIRD SOUNDS LIKE: Queen : Backstreet Boys : Spice Girls : Britney Spears : Jesse McCartney : Blondie : Whitney Houston : Journey : Tina Turner : TOTO : Earth, Wind & Fire : David Bowie : Bee Gees : Wham! : Kenny Loggins : Duran Duran : The Police : Bon Jovi : Cyndi Lauper : Salt-N-Pepa : The Black Eyed Peas : Kelly Clarkson : Destiny’s Child : Gwen Stefani : S Club 7 : Missy Elliott : Sean Paul : The Veronicas : 5IVE : Missy Higgins : Bee Gees: Fleetwood Mac : Abba : The Jackson 5 : Las Ketchup : N*Sync : Thirsty Merc : Bardot : TLC : Aqua : Shania Twain : Daft Punk : Cher : Madonna : Ricky Martin : Kylie Minogue : Lou Bega : Nelly Furtado : Wheatus : Fergie : Smashmouth : The Vengaboys : Shakira : Hanson : No Doubt : Craig David : Sugababes : Red Hot Chili Peppers : Lady Gaga : Blink -182 : Atomic Kitten : Green Day : Kelis : P!nk : Eminem : Ashanti : David Bowie : Good Charlotte : Mandy Moore : Robbie Williams : Christina Aguilera : 50 Cent : U2 : The Police : Beyonce : John Farnham : Rihanna : Justin Timberlake : Mya : Will Smith : Jennifer Lopez : Ja Rule : Avril Lavigne : Linkin Park : Sophie Ellis-Bextor : Metro Station : t.A.T.u : Sum 41 : Jessica Simpson : Shaggy : Vanessa Amorosi : Jagged Edge : Nelly : Usher : Outkast + heeaaaaaaps more! Please read the Plus One Co. company T&Cs carefully prior to purchasing your ticket - https://bit.ly/PurchaseTCs
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02 Aug 2025
Wild Earth Border Bolt Running Festival
Bouncing out of the blocks on debut in 2022, the Border Bolt is back and takes you on back onto the bumpy but beautiful border trails in Currumbin Valley. With no less than 4 race distances to choose from; ranging from 6km & 13km, through to the 22km and 31km events form Round 2 in our Triple Crown Trail Series. A great stand-alone run or ideal prep for Coastal High; just 4 weeks later. The Border Bolt showcases the beautiful Gold Coast hinterland, yet starts and finishes by our world-famous beaches!
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02 Aug 2025
Three Food Memories
Three Food Memories“Stories about Nonna’s Bolognese segue into larger conversations about life and culture, peppered with warmth, wit and charm.” Good Weekend, Sydney Morning HeraldHosted by Savva Savas, Three Food Memories invites guests to share their food memories, with the promise they’ll reveal far more about themselves than what they’ve tasted! As part of this unique culinary experience, each ticket holder will receive a curated food box filled with the very dishes being discussed on stage.While Alex Perry shares his personal stories and memories tied to each item, you'll be able to taste them in real time—bringing the narrative to life through every bite. It’s an intimate journey through flavour and memory, designed to engage your senses and your heart.Leaning into BLEACH* 2025 creative director Michael Zavros’ and Savva’s Greek-Cypriot heritage, the guest for the live audience recording of the podcast is internationally celebrated Australian fashion designer and media personality Alex Perry.Audio and visuals from the talk will be recorded for a future podcast episode.Each ticket holder will also go in to the draw to win one of three (3) $5,000 gift vouchers (terms and conditions apply) for Alex Perry's online store alexperry.com.au. Winners will be announced on the night.
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02 Aug 2025
OPA! A Night of Greek Delights
OPA! A Night of Greek DelightsJoin us on the lawns of HOTA’s Outdoor Stage for the ultimate celebration of Greek culture, feasting and fun, as we present OPA! This spectacular event has something for everyone, including live traditional and festive performances, a 50-member choir and lots of dancing! Be swept away by the ten-piece band, Essence of Greece, as they perform a vibrant repertoire from across the regions of Greece — blending the old with the new in a powerful musical journey. Feel the energy rise as the 50-member Ellinikes Fones Choir fills the night air with traditional harmonies, accompanied by authentic Greek folk dancers in full costume. And when the sun sets, DJ Adriana keeps the celebration going with her electric mix of Greek and global beats to get everyone dancing. You’ll also be spoilt for choice with a Greek feast fit for the gods. OPA! is a free ticketed event, so be sure to register to indulge in an epicurean adventure with mouthwatering Greek-inspired food trucks or take your experience to the next level with an exclusive 4-course fine dining experience at the award-winning Palette Restaurant. Suitable for the whole family, and a perfect Saturday night to soak up the atmosphere under the stars – register now to join us for this ‘one night only’ party where you can immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and flavours of Greece for a unique culture event that will have you screaming ‘OPA!’ This event is presented in Chill Out Mode. Please see FAQs and conditions of entry here.
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02 Aug 2025
2025 NRL Telstra Premiership - Gold Coast Titans v Panthers (Rd 22)
*Times are subject to change 12.30pm Gates Open 12:35pm Future Titans 3:00pm Kick Off .
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03 Aug 2025
Drum As You Are
Drum As You Are22 Drummers. 1 performance. Pay homage to the iconic 1992 gig at Fishermans Wharf. Bringing together 22 drummers - professionals and community players alike - paying tribute to the time the biggest band in the world came to the Gold Coast. Live on HOTA’s Outdoor Stage with Phil Jamieson (Grinspoon) as special guest. Keep the kick ons going with a celebration of live music curated by Gold Coast Music Network keeping the vibes high. Hosted by Tania Doko and music by The Vanns, Ella Fence, Ferny Fairway and Friends That Spin. Gather your friends, your family, grab a picnic rug and join us on the HOTA Lawn. This celebration of music, community, and a good story and celebration of music will be free and family friendly.This event is presented in Chill Out Mode. Please see FAQs and conditions of entry here.
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06 Aug 2025 - 10 Aug 2025
The Play That Goes Wrong
The Play That Goes WrongThe longest running comedy in London, the smash-hit Olivier and Tony-Award-winning, The Play That Goes Wrong, is coming to the Gold Coast! A hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes, things go from bad to utterly disastrous when The Cornley Drama Society performs a classic murder mystery. Complete with an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s “A RIOTOUS EXPLOSION OF COMEDY!” (The Daily Beast) and “TONS OF FUN FOR ALL AGES!” (HuffPost). The New York Times calls The Play That Goes Wrong “A GUT-BUSTING HIT”, and the New York Post has just one word for you: “GO!” Celebrating its 10th Anniversary Tour, experience total mayhem and comic hijinks at The Play That Goes Wrong, guaranteed to leave you aching with laughter. Book tickets now – it would be WRONG to wait!
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06 Aug 2025
Live at Frankie's: The Songs of Valli and Sinatra
Internationally acclaimed vocalist and cabaret performer Thomas Armstrong-Robley presents Live at Frankie's: The Songs of Valli & Sinatra. Thomas and his 7-piece band will bring the Jersey Boys / Four Seasons and the Rat Pack / Sinatra to the stage. Direct from performances in over thirty-five countries, Armstrong-Robley dazzles as frontman; possessing a rare ability to deliver both the cool crooning and quick wit of Frank Sinatra, as well as the soaring falsetto and light tenor of Frankie Valli. The show (seen by an estimated 150,000 patrons each year) delivers rousing renditions of classics including My Way, Can't Take My Eyes Off You, Fly Me to the Moon, December '63, The Lady is a Tramp, Sherry, That's Life, Walk Like a Man, I've Got You Under My Skin, Grease, Luck Be A Lady and many more, plus salutes to The Rat Pack and The Four Seasons.
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From now until 10 Dec 2025
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ADHD Expert Panel Discussions and Q&A'sJoin us on the 1st Wednesday of each month at HOTA to mingle with our ADHD community. Listen to ADHD topics presented by industry experts along with time for Q&A's. Bring your coach, teacher, friend, boss, relative, partner or just yourselves. We are always implementing ways to make our events neurodiversity and sensory-friendly.
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