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!

13 Sep 2025 - 09 Nov 2025

ENERGIES 25

ENERGIES 25Nurturing artistic talent for nearly 40 years, ENERGIES is a renowned exhibition showcasing the exceptional work of senior secondary visual art students on the Gold Coast. This well-loved platform provides a professional gallery setting for these rising stars to unveil their creativity. More than just an exhibition, ENERGIES champions artistic excellence, recognizes best practices in arts education, and empowers students to pursue careers in the arts. ENERGIES fosters a thriving artistic lineage. Esteemed alumni like Michael Candy, Abbey McCulloch, Rebecca Ross, and Michael Zavros are a testament to the exhibition’s success. Continuing this tradition of excellence, ENERGIES is a collaborative effort between Gold Coast Visual Arts educators, students and HOTA Gallery. Mark your calendars! The next ENERGIES exhibition will take centre stage at the HOTA Gallery from 13 Sept. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to witness the brilliance of the Gold Coast's next generation of artists! Save the date! Submissions open Monday 16 Jun 2025Submissions close Friday 8 Aug 2025

13 Sep 2025

Comedy Underground | Luke Heggie

Comedy Underground | Luke HeggieLuke Heggie has been dabbling with new trends, such as monetising a contrived identity, and debating actual facts on the internet. But he also has to be able to sleep at night. If you consider “you love yourself” to be more of a compliment than a preamble to a fight, you use a passport as identification in your own country, you make your kids come and watch you play sport, you develop a lisp when you say a Spanish word, you've ever said that you have a great sense of humour, or you fill up with premium unleaded, then do not come to this show. The majority used to be a bit more silent, making them bearable. Internet users have described Luke Heggie as a flog, brilliant, a lefty wanker, a fascist, a comedian at the peak of his power, disgraceful, and the best in the land. Come and make your own mind up. Or not. Nobody really cares what you do. No lowbreeds please.

13 Sep 2025

Crafted Beer Festival

Goldy, Australia's biggest beachside beer bash is back! Crafted Festival is rollin' into Kurrawa Park for its ninth froth-filled year, and it's gonna be a ripper. Expect epic brews, top-notch tunes, and good times on tap as we serve up the best crafted bevvies from across our beautiful country. Exclusive festival brews? You betcha. Live music? Crankin' all day. Tasty eats? Sorted. Activities? Get ready for some froth-filled fun. This is a festival for those who like their weekends full-bodied and their drinks ice cold. Whether you're a craft beer connoisseur or just here for a good time, we've got something to sip, savour, and sink your teeth into. Rally the crew and get ready for one helluva sunshine sesh.

13 Sep 2025

Crafted Beer Festival Gold Coast

🍻 CRAFTED FESTIVAL GOLD COAST – SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2025 🍻 Goldy, Australia’s biggest beachside beer bash is back! 🎉 Crafted Festival is rollin’ into Kurrawa Park for its ninth froth-filled year, and it’s gonna be a ripper. Expect epic brews, top-notch tunes, and good times on tap as we serve up the best crafted bevvies from across our beautiful country. 🍺 Exclusive festival brews? You betcha. 🎶 Live music? Crankin’ all day. 🍔 Tasty eats? Sorted. 💃 Activities? Get ready for some froth-filled fun. This is a festival for those who like their weekends full-bodied and their drinks ice cold. Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur or just here for a good time, we’ve got something to sip, savour, and sink your teeth into. Early Birds fly first! Want the cheapest tix? 🎟️ Sign up to the Crafted mailing list at craftedfestival.com.au and get in before early bird tickets disappear quicker than a fresh-poured schooner! 🍺 Rally the crew and get ready for one helluva sunshine sesh.🍻🔥🎶

From now until 14 Sep 2025

Fox Superflow | Nerang QLD

New dates - due to severe track impact by Tropical Cyclone Alfred, this race has been postponed to 13 & 14 September 2025 Get ready to experience Gravity Enduro mountain bike racing at the Fox Superflow® at Nerang Mountain Bike Park! Hosted by Rocky Trail Entertainment, this event offers three epic timed stages on some of the best tracks. The park is known for its many flow trails and challenging and techy sections, ensuring a thrilling experience for all levels of riders. The format includes three stages with each one averaging 2-3 minutes. With no set track order and untimed liaisons, you're free to enjoy the day at your own pace. You get up to five runs on each of the three tracks, with your fastest run on each stage combined for your final result. The event is open to all ages, with categories based on age groups, so you can race against your peers. Whether you're a young rider or a seasoned veteran "race the way you ride" and make new friends along the way! The race village will be buzzing with activity, featuring live timing, mountain bike equipment exhibits, music, and plenty of food and drink options to keep you fuelled for the day. For full event details, including trail maps, parking, and amenities, visit the Fox Superflow® website.

From now until 14 Sep 2025

SkyPoint Sea to Sky Stair Challenge

The Sea to Sky Stair Challenge is back — and it's your time to rise! Take on the ultimate climb: 77 floors and 1,331 steps from the ground to the top of SkyPoint, 230 metres above the Gold Coast. Whether you're a seasoned stair sprinter or just love a good challenge, this is your chance to move for something that matters. Every step supports LIVIN, raising vital funds for mental health education and awareness. Together, we're helping to break the stigma and spread the message that It Ain't Weak to Speak. Come solo, bring your crew, or rally your workplace team — this is a morning full of energy, views, and purpose. You'll sweat, you'll smile, and you'll stand tall knowing you've made a real impact. Spots are limited and filling fast — so don't wait. Climb for the challenge. Climb for the cause. Climb for mental health.

17 Sep 2025

George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic

Music icons in the truest sense of the word, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic are charting their return to Australia for a series of unmissable tour dates this September! The funk innovator and maestro will be touring the East Coast with P-Funk this Spring, bringing fans his inimitable style and curation of sound that has made him a globally renowned superstar. Clinton’s catalogue as a collaborator, and as an artist whose voice/work has been sampled by peers, is as extensive as his own body of original work. His distinct sound can be heard on a variety of records by artists including Kendrick Lamar, Childish Gambino, Flying Lotus, Wu-Tang Clan, Snoop Dogg and Drake – further proving his legacy status and enduring presence as one of modern music’s most impactful artists. As a touring artist, Clinton remains one of the busiest even now, over five decades into his career. Through rigorous tours with Parliament/Funkadelic and his other projects, the fire and excitement for live performances has never waned for Clinton; his Australian tour simply adds to what stands to be another fruitful year for the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, and mastermind of P-Funk. Don't miss this unforgettable night of music!

20 Sep 2025

Melbourne Ska Orchestra – The Ballad of Monte Loco Tour

From the badlands of brass and the frontiers of funk,Melbourne Ska Orchestra rides again with a soundtrack for the wild-hearted! Armed with a new record, The Ballad of Monte Loco, the 20-piece posse is firing off a genre-busting fusion of Spaghetti Western swagger, deep reggae grooves, and horn-powered mayhem. It’s the next chapter in MSO’s wild musical saga—and it’s coming in hot. Fresh off the dusty trails of Mexico and the maple-syruped dancehalls of Canada, MSO returns home for the Australian leg of their 2025 World Tour. Expect cinematic showdowns, sweat-soaked dance floors, and enough energy to raise the roof on every saloon from Sydney to Fremantle. This ain’t no gig—it’s a dub-drenched reckoning in the badlands of Monte Loco, where the riddim rolls like thunder, the horns cry like desert prophets, and this band of sonic outlaws rides with purpose and fire. 

20 Sep 2025

Comedy Underground | Neel Kolhatkar

Black Belt ComedyNeel Kolhatkar loves two things — comedy and martial arts. What he admires most about martial arts is the belt system: a clear marker of skill earned through skill and experience. Neel believes comedy should be no different. With social media flooded by stand-ups of every stripe, there’s no way to gauge a comedian’s experience and skill level — so why not introduce comedy belts? From ‘white belts’ telling dad jokes to ‘black belts’ tackling dark, taboo topics with nuance and precision. Black Belt Comedy is Neel’s personal challenge — to earn the right to say the hardest things in the funniest way. Neel Kolhatkar is known for his sharp observational, cultural, and political comedy — always walking the fine line between edgy and highbrow. He describes his style much like himself: “dark and intelligent.” This year’s show dives into cultural quirks, relationships and modern social dynamics, all delivered with Neel’s signature impressions and accents. He’s also branching into fresh ground, with exciting new material and top-tier support acts rounding out the night. Don’t miss Neel Kolhatkar’s brand new show – Black Belt Comedy. Book now!

From now until 20 Sep 2025 (Annual)

Sky Racing Pink Ribbon Raceday

Australia's largest community fundraiser for the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) returns to the Gold Coast Turf Club to celebrate its 18th year. Dress in PINK and join us trackside for a meaningful day of racing, fun, and fundraising. General Admission Gate Admission: Pre-purchase online: AUD10.00 ($5 from every ticket donated to the NBCF) At the gate: AUD20.00 (AUD10.00 from every ticket donated to the NBCF) Children (17 Years and Under) and Concession: free (available on the day only) Explore premium dining and hospitality packages via the Dining Options tab or enjoy share-style catering platters from AUD125 in Add-ons.

26 Sep 2025 - 28 Sep 2025

Springtime on the Mountain 2025

Get ready for a fantastic weekend at SPRINGTIME ON THE MOUNTAIN 2025, with more beautiful "Open Gardens" and breathtaking views to see!Welcome to Springtime on the Mountain 2025! Join us for three days of blooming flowers, fresh air, and beautiful gardens. The event starts on Fri Sep 26 2025 from 10:00 AM to 4 PM each day (Fri, Sat and Sun) and can start at any of the Gardens on display. Tickets can be purchased by going to Eventbrite online to see all the Gardens over the 3 days. Ticketed attendees can start the garden trail at any of the venues listed in the Springtime brochure. Our Garden Club Representatives will greet you at each location, ready to guide you through the stunning displays. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the beauty of spring at Tamborine Mountain!"Early Bird price of $20, (saving $5) is available through to the end of July 2025"COST: $20

27 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025

2025 UniSport Nationals

UniSport Nationals will see over 6,000 plus student-athletes from across Australia head to the Gold Coast to compete in 33 different sports. Wearing the jersey of their universities with pride, student-athletes will contest long-standing rivalries on the playing field over seven days of what promises to be some of the fiercest sporting competitions seen this year. With events contested across men's, women's, mixed and open categories, student-athletes are given the opportunity to compete in their respective sports at a number of international standard sporting venues amongst the backdrop of Australia's iconic Gold Coast. A number of team and individual sports will be contested throughout the event. From basketball, netball and volleyball to kendo, fencing and judo, the event promises to provide something for every sports enthusiast to watch.

27 Sep 2025

SummerSalt 2025 with The Wombats & more

28 Sep 2025

Scotty Austin (Saving Abel)

Scotty Austin was the frontman of the multi platinum band Saving Abel for almost a decade. Now on his own for 3 years, the enigmatic performer has been packing out venues and playing Worldwide to passionate crowds. Scotty announces his World tour this April, travelling the globe to perform saving Abel music, solo music and more. A rare visit to Australia for Saving Abel fans! Don't miss out. Supports to be announced. Mo's Desert Clubhouse (Gold Coast Show) Sunday 28 September 2025 // $30+BF or $40 on the door // 18+ Limited Capacity 6pm Warehouse Doors - Show Opens Warmup drinks and eats on the deck from 2pm Mo's is Burleigh Heads' most loved music venue, licensed bars, creative studios and cultural hub. The Warehouse & El Ranchero both boast epic bar menus, cocktails and craft beers. Mo's is a fully licensed venue, all guests are required to show ID on entry. Tickets will only be refunded through event cancellation or production of a medical certificate within 24hrs of show doors.

02 Oct 2025

Waltzing the Wilarra

Waltzing the Wilarra“...a highly evocative musical tale of love, jealousy, friendship and family. It is a beautiful, heartfelt production about love and loss.” Australian StageWritten and composed by David Milroy and directed by Brittanie Shipway.Produced by the producers of national tours of ‘The Sapphires’ and ‘The Sunshine Club’ comes a very special and entertaining night in the theatre.Performed by a stellar cast including Lorinda May Merrypor (Juliet in ‘& Juliet’), Shaka Cook (‘Hamilton’) and Lisa Maza (‘Stingers’) and backed by a live band.Against a backdrop of curfews, and the fear of arrest, white and black manage to form their own club where they can forget their worries and experience rare happy times, and with a little luck... romance. Forty years on, as the club faces demolition, our characters meet once again to stage a musical reunion and protest in an attempt to save their old stomping ground. Dark secrets and ghosts that have lingered for more than half a century are revealed, and we discover that reconciliation is more than saying sorry.