09 May 2026

Marty Sheargold - The Red Card Tour - Gold Coast

As much as Marty has been trying to embrace early retirement – he's bored so he's going to be the 54 year old man that he is.Fun, sexy, charming and humble. Let's share moments and memories from his life. Audiences will laugh, they'll cry, they'll need a two-hour park. (Guests won't cry). (They'd almost get away with an hour park, not quite)He's back! Comedy powerhouse Marty Sheargold returns with his brand-new stand-up show — The Red Card Tour.Known for his razor-sharp wit, masterful storytelling, and unfiltered takes on life, Marty's taking aim at everything from modern madness to middle-age misfires.Whether guests have followed him on television, radio or stage, or are discovering him for the first time, this is the chance to see one of Australia's most iconic comedians live at his absolute best.

14 May 2026

Pass Around the Smile LIVE

Pass Around the Smile LIVEPass Around the Smile began when Cleo Massey, actress known for H2O: Just Add Water, set out to bring more hope and positivity into her life after years of rejection and unfulfilment. A decade later, she’s helping thousands tap into their power and potential. Now, for the first time, Pass Around the Smile is hitting the road for its debut podcast tour.Pass Around the Smile Live invites you to step inside the magic like never before. This uplifting experience feels like an evening with your most inspiring friend ~ the one who lifts you up, gently challenges you, and reminds you that your best self is within reach. Through heartfelt storytelling, spirituality, reflection and simple self-development tools, Cleo will guide you through meditations and activities designed to raise your vibration and reconnect you with yourself.Expect inspiration, clarity and connection in a feel-good night out. Manifestation doesn’t have to be serious ~ it gets to be fun.

14 May 2026 - 15 May 2026

The Australian Army Band (AM Concert)

Welcoming The Australian Army Band to the Scenic Rim! The Band is based on a traditional big-band line up of saxophones, trumpets, trombones and rhythm section, complemented by exciting vocalists. The Band’s repertoire ranges from traditional sounds of the big band era, through to exciting arrangements of contemporary rock and pop hits. Enjoying high acclaim wherever they perform, the Australian Army Band Brisbane is a great asset for the State of Queensland. Since its formation in 1949, the Australian Army Band Brisbane has become known throughout Queensland as one of the finest Military Bands in Australia, earning a reputation for its musical excellence and impressive military appearance. This event is part of the Scenic Rim Cultural Programming. Doors open for morning tea one (1) hour prior to the performance (limited seating/availability). Tickets $20; Groups 10+ $16 pp. Buy Tickets from $16.00

From now until 15 May 2026

Australian Interschools Surfing Championships

This unique event aims to showcase the talent of secondary school students in a tag team format, similar to the hugely popular Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle, as well as individual divisions.The Australian Interschools Surfing Championships is open to all secondary schools, including government, catholic and independent schools across Australia, to compete and field teams in each division. Schools can enter multiple teams and individuals across Boys and Girls from Year 7-12, but it also caters for schools to enter just one team or one individual.

14 May 2026 - 17 May 2026

Blues on Broadbeach

Get ready to celebrate a major milestone—Blues on Broadbeach is marking its 25th Anniversary in 2026, transforming the Gold Coast into a rhythm and blues mecca!For a quarter of a century, this iconic festival has delivered electrifying live music experiences and the 25th anniversary promises to be another truly unforgettable celebration. Blues on Broadbeach 2026 lineup has been announced with an incredible list of international and homegrown artists playing over four spectacular days of soul-stirring entertainment.Spanning parks, streets, and venues throughout Broadbeach, the 2026 lineup features legendary artists Charlie Musselwhite, Ruthie Foster, Robert Finley, The Lachy Doley Trio, Kevin Borich Express, Daddy Long Legs, WILSN and many more!The Sunday Ticket, returning for its third year brings an incredible lineup with Australian born blues juggernauts The Teskey Brothers making their Blues on Broadbeach festival debut! They'll be joined by special guests including international Grammy-winning artist Judith Hill and Australia's dynamic string bender Ash Grunwald, making this Sunday Ticket event one not to be missed!Get your Sunday Ticket now via the Blues on Broadbeach website and make sure you secure your accommodation to stay in the heart of all the action!Don't miss your chance to be a part of it in 2026!

15 May 2026

Jason Leong: In Laughing Memory

Jason Leong: In Laughing MemoryAfter losing one of his best friends to cancer, Dr Jason Leong did a very Dr Jason Leong thing to process his grief: write a comedy show about it.Join him in his most personal hour yet, as he navigates loss and love with laughter.Dr Jason Leong is a medical doctor turned comedian and he never fails to bring that up, unprompted. He has had two Netflix specials, performed at Just For Laughs Montreal in 2022, and won the 7th Annual International Hong Kong Comedy Competition. He tours around the world because he loves comedy and ultimately, money.Jason opens with a darkly funny yet touching tale about loss—specifically, the death of a close friend. It’s bleak, yes, but told in the way only Jason can: sincere, raw, and cathartically hilarious. -Bakchormeeboy, Singapore"It is easy to see why Leong is such a hit with Malaysian audiences — at the heart of it all, he is a gifted storyteller." ★★★★★ The Malay Mail"Manages to transcend the typical Malaysian tropes, while still never losing the provenance of where his humor took root." ★★★★★★ Coconuts KL“An engaging, amiable chap.” ★★★★ ArtsHub Australia “Great sharp-witted humour” Stage Whispers Australia"He’ll pick up on the everyday, mundane minutiae of life and blow it out of proportion for a good laugh." Hype.my

16 May 2026

Behind The Mask Charity Gala 2026

Behind The Mask Charity Gala 2026Join Us for the 2026 Behind the Mask Charity GalaExperience an evening of elegance, compassion, and purpose at the Behind the Mask Charity Gala, proudly hosted by Charity PTSD Resurrected Inc.This captivating black-tie masquerade invites you to don your finest attire and immerse yourself in a night of sophistication, entertainment, and heartfelt giving. It’s a wonderful opportunity to network and celebrate hope, all while supporting a life-changing cause.

16 May 2026

Gold Coast Race Day Gala (Patch Family)

About We are proud to support this event hosted by The Patch Family.💙 The Patch Family invites you to their Annual Charity Race Day Gala! Benefiting Little Souls Taking Big Steps and Type 1 Foundation. $10 from each ticket sold goes to Little Souls & Type 1 Foundation. On the day you will have the opportunity to enter fashions on the field and buy raffle tickets to win some amazing prizes. Come along & have fun while helping raise awareness!! Ticket includes: • Race course entry • Buffet lunch • Beverages can be purchased at the bar Date Saturday 16 May 2026 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM (UTC+10) GC Turf ClubRacecourse Dr, Bundall QLD 4217 Cost: $65.00 - $650.00

16 May 2026 - 17 May 2026

Cooly Classic Ocean Swim Festival

Swimmers have a rare opportunity to swim a course with some of Australia’s most revered surf breaks as your backdrop – Snapper Rocks, Coolangatta and Kirra.There are four distances, from 1km to 5km, but it’s always the 2.0km Cooly Classic from Snapper Rocks to Kirra Beach which attracts the masses.Your start line, Snapper Rocks, is one of the world’s most famous surf breaks. Then, your course is a straight line to Kirra Beach, passing Rainbow Bay, Greenmount and Coolangatta Beaches as you swim.Throughout the week, there’ll be a range of small group sessions and clinics with guest coaches. This is a chance to receive specialist coaching and also swim with local squads at some of the Gold Coast’s favourite open-water training locations.

17 May 2026

fisiocrem GC30 Main Beach

The fisiocrem GC30 Main Beach returns.Set in the heart of Main Beach Spit, with the start and finish at Muriel Henchman Park, this event offers a race for everyone — including the flagship 30km, Half Marathon, 10km and 5km events!Experience stunning courses that combine a mix of closed roads and leafy scenic trails, showcasing the very best of Main Beach and The Spit. Whether you're coming to race, challenge yourself, or simply soak in the views, there's a perfect distance for everyone at fisiocrem GC30 Main Beach.

17 May 2026

Music of the Night

Australia’s Premier Tribute to the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and the West End Musicals⭐️Winners of the 2025 ACE Production Show of the Year and Performers of the Year! ⭐️ Joey Fimmano is back in 2026 with his sensational sell out show MUSIC OF THE NIGHT ™. With a new format and new songs added, this mesmerizing stage show is taking Australia by storm, leaving audiences spellbound with the sheer brilliance of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless creations, and the world's greatest musical hits from the West End and Broadway!Enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with breathtaking musical performances from some of Andrew Lloyd Webber's most beloved productions. From the haunting melodies of Phantom of the Opera to the electrifying rhythms of Jesus Christ Superstar, and the heart-warming tunes of Joseph and His Technicolour Dreamcoat. The stage will come alive with the unrivalled artistry of Australia's very own multi award-winning instrumentalist and vocalist, Joey Fimmano. Together with world-class performers, Miss Saigon star Dexter Villahermosa, leading soprano Michaela Hodgson, and Dynamic Vocalist Katelyn Vella, they'll create an experience of Musical Excellence like no other!  You'll be treated to a splendid tribute to the West End Musicals featuring selections from Les Misérables, The Sound of Music, Mary Poppins and Jersey Boys!  Accompanied by an incredible live band led by some of the finest musicians in the country, the atmosphere will be electric, inviting you to sing along, tap your feet, and lose yourself in the enchanting melodies.

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.

21 May 2026

Freelance Filmm4kers

21 May 2026 - 24 May 2026

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

Australia's premier celebration of boating and luxury lifestyle returns to Sanctuary Cove in 2026 for its 37th year.The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show showcases the best in boating, marine technology, luxury living and waterside entertainment. Experience hundreds of vessels on display, world-leading brands, innovation, fine food, and a festival atmosphere on Queensland's iconic waterfront.Proudly owned and presented by Mulpha Events, the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is the most glamorous, immersive, unmissable boating lifestyle event in the Southern Hemisphere. From the luxury lifestyle of superyachts, to the family fun of exploring everything on, under, and around the water.

From now until 23 May 2026

Lagoon Beach Club

The Lagoon Beach Club brings luxury, entertainment, and indulgence to the heart of SCIBS. Enjoy all-day grazing by InterContinental Sanctuary Cove, premium beverages, live entertainment, and full Show access. It's your exclusive social hub at the Boat Show!Lagoon Beach Club - Brunch (Thurs-Sat) 9:30am–12:00pmEase into the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show at the Lagoon Beach Club Bottomless Brunch session with an exclusive, vibrant experience overlooking the water.Enjoy roaming canapés, barista coffee, bottomless mimosas, signature bloody mary fountain by Mr. Consistent, Rosé by Whispering Angel, the return of the iconic Veuve Clicquot Sun Club, acoustic live performers and lagoon and poolside seating.All set within a relaxed, social setting overlooking the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove sparkling pool - perfect for starting your day at the Show.Lagoon Beach Club - Beats & Bites (Thurs-Sat) 12:30pm - 4:30pmAdd some energy to your afternoon at SCIBS with a Lagoon Beach Club Beats & Bites session!Expect a curated premium food offering, champagne and rosé activations, interactive DJs and feature entertainment, lagoon and poolside seating - all within a relaxed, social setting ideal for networking.With sun-soaked views, lively tunes, and plenty of space to relax or dance, it's the ultimate laid-back SCIBS session for friends, festival-goers, corporate groups and VIPs alike.

22 May 2026

MURPHY'S LAW 2026 AUS & NZ TOUR

TOURING AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND FOR THE FIRST TIME!! Murphy’s Law is set to blaze their way through 7 stops across Australia & New Zealand in May 2026 with their cheeky & quick witted never say no to a good time blend of New York Hardcore. Formed in 1982 against a backdrop of the gritty underbelly of New York City and the emergence of what we now know as NYHC, and fronted by the legendary Jimmy G, Murphy’s Law is a band that carries an energy so infectious they make you wanna stomp, skank, smile & take another swig all at the same time – make sure you don’t miss this string of shows! Tickets selling now… “Jimmy G is the world’s greatest ever frontman” (Scott Mac, Toe To Toe, Nov 2017)