Your Event Line Up
Some say we like to see ourselves as the main event, but really, we do it all for you! High-energy stage show sound good? How about beach cinema or symphony under the stars? If sport's more your thing, why not check out a NRL or AFL game? Or for lovers of low-key, get into one of the many grassroots arts and food festivals. Check out the latest events on Gold Coast below.
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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
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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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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09 Aug 2025
Australian Eagles and Money For Nothin Dire Straits Experience - Burleigh Heads
Hall of Fame Icons concert brings two legendary tributes in an unforgettable night of rock ‘n’ roll magic. Featuring the internationally celebrated Australian Eagles Show and the electrifying Money For Nothing: Dire Straits Experience, this event promises to be a musical extravaganza like no other. The Australian Eagles Show, renowned for their pitch-perfect renditions of Eagles classics, is fronted by the talented Michael Thompson and Shayne Browne. This five-piece band has wowed audiences across the globe with their meticulous recreation of the Eagles' timeless hits. From the melodic ‘Desperado’ to the high-octane ‘Life in the Fast Lane’ and the soulful ‘New Kid in Town’ every performance is a journey through the Eagles' storied catalog. Fans can also look forward to tributes to the solo hits of Joe Walsh, Don Henley, and the late Glenn Frey. Joining Australian Eagles is Money For Nothing: Dire Straits Experience, a tribute formed in 2017 that captures the essence of one of the most beloved groups from the 70s and 80s. Led by the seasoned Terry McMahon, whose guitar skills and vocals mirror the legendary Mark Knopfler with uncanny precision, Money For Nothing delivers a performance that is a must-see for rock enthusiasts and Dire Straits fans alike. With a six-piece live band, they recreate the iconic sound of Dire Straits, delivering every riff and solo with passion and precision.
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From now until 10 Aug 2025
Scenic Rim Ultra
Runners have the option of 10km, 25 km, 42 km, 65 km or 105 km distances. Starting at The Lilybrook Recreation Area, runners will traverse the Dugandan Range and cross four mountains centred by spectacular Wyaralong Dam. The loop course finishes back at the winery, the perfect party precinct to celebrate tackling this gruelling and scenic course. The course runs across long ridgelines, single track, dirt road and dense forest much of which has never been explored by trail runners. Both distances have challenging mountain climbs which provide panoramic views of Mt Tamborine and Brisbane City.
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10 Aug 2025
2025 NRL Telstra Premiership - Titans v Rabbitohs + NRLW v Roosters
*Times are subject to change 11.30am Gates Open 11:50am NRLW Titans v Roosters 2:00pm NRL Titans v Rabbitohs .
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10 Aug 2025
NRL Titans v Rabbitohs (Round 23) & NRLW Titans v Roosters (Round 6)
The Gold Coast Titans are set to take on the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Cbus Super Stadium for Round 23 of the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership. For the first time in seven years, the NRL has scheduled a Gold Coast home game in Indigenous Round, celebrating First Nations culture as part of the clash. Plus, the NRLW team will also be taking the field up against the Sydney Roosters. Expect this afternoon to be big!
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14 Aug 2025
Laboratory of Light
Laboratory of LightTHE PERFORMANCE Part theatre and part interactive research project, Laboratory of Light provides a theatrical lens through which teachers and students can engage with the Science syllabus. Welcome to the curious and wonder-filled world of Luminous, a backyard scientist who is fascinated by light. Where does light come from? How does it travel? What is it made of? Luminous spends all night conducting experiments in their garden shed - the Laboratory of Light, in the hope that one day this will lead to recognition and fame. Darkness is lonely and needs a friend but Luminous is afraid of the dark! One full moon, as an electromagnetic wave travels through the Milky Way, Luminous’ most ambitious invention traps the smallest unit of light, a photon! This unites an unlikely trio of friends, who embark on a night of discovery together and through live experiments and music, learn about the wonders of light along the way. THE EXPERIENCE The adventure begins with the arrival of education resources via Google Classroom, prior to attending the performance, and will spark students’ interest in the topic of light through creative in-class activities. On the day of the performance your class will spend time with Luminous in the Laboratory of Light.
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From now until 17 Aug 2025
Pacific Airshow Gold Coast
Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast: Bigger, Faster, Louder Than Ever! Pacific Airshow Gold Coast is back 15–17 August 2025 and they're ready to go bigger, faster and louder than ever before, with three days of unbelievable aerial and on-sand entertainment. For the best views, electrifying live commentary, performer autograph sessions and an atmosphere you'll find hard to beat, the only place to be is on the inside. You'll be right in the hub of the action as world-class aviators tear through the skies during over four hours of heart-pounding action. In addition to our world-class airshow, you can access Performer Signing Sessions to meet your heroes, get engaged in our new NXTGN STEM Lab, grab some delicious food and drink options from our awesome vendors, and let the kids loose in our PA Kids Zone.
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16 Aug 2025
CLAMM - Serious Acts Tour 2025
CLAMM are gearing up for their largest Australian tour to date this August, in celebration of their highly anticipated new album Serious Acts – out Friday 5th May via Meat Machine Records. Following the release of their 2024 EP, Disembodiment, and a run of sold-out shows across Australia and Europe, the Naarm/Melbourne trio have solidified their place as one of the most intense (and loud) live acts in the country. Known for their uncompromising sound and razor-sharp intensity, CLAMM has shared stages with the likes of Amyl & The Sniffers, King Gizzard, and Ty Segall, and torn up festivals including Meredith, Wide Awake (UK), and Binic Folk & Blues (FR). Featuring new single 'And I Try', Serious Acts pushes CLAMM even further into uncharted sonic territory—this is CLAMM at their most untamed and unapologetic.
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23 Aug 2025
2025 NRL Telstra Premisership - Titans v Warriors + NRLW v Dragons
*Times are subject to change 3.00pm Gates Open 3:15pm NRLW Titans v Dragons 5:30pm NRL Titans v Warriors .
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23 Aug 2025
NRL Titans v Warriors (Round 25) & NRLW Titans v Dragons (Round 8)
The Gold Coast Titans are set to take on the One New Zealand Warriors at Cbus Super Stadium for Round 25 of the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership. This clash has a reputation of selling out, so get your tickets early! Plus, with the NRLW team also taking the field against the St. George Illawarra Dragons, this is an afternoon of non-stop action you don't want to miss.
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23 Aug 2025
Bon But Not Forgotten celebrates AC/DC - Coolangatta
Get ready to crank up the volume! Bon But Not Forgotten, the world-renowned AC/DC tribute band, is hitting the road for an epic Australian tour to mark five decades of legendary and electrifying rock ‘n’ roll. This high-voltage tour will celebrate AC/DC's iconic legacy, performing timeless hits that have shaped the sound of rock music across generations. AC/DC, originally formed in 1973, has sold over 200 million records worldwide, with landmark albums such as Back in Black—which remains the second best-selling album in history, moving over 50 million copies. The Australian rock titans have delivered decades of anthems like “Highway to Hell” “T.N.T.” and “Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap” and Bon But Not Forgotten is set to pay homage to these classics. The tour will feature an extraordinary lineup of musicians, including The Poor front-man, Skenie, James Morley of The Angels on guitar, and Bobby Poulton of Wolfmother on bass. Together, they will recreate the raw power and energy of AC/DC’s Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras, delivering a performance that fans won’t soon forget. Described by The Rock Pit as “the closest you’ll get to the raw power and legendary sound of the original line-up” Bon But Not Forgotten has earned a reputation for their dynamic stage presence and precise musicianship. This tour promises to deliver an electrifying celebration of rock’s greatest hits.
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29 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
Gold Coast Show
Experience the vibrant and unforgettable Gold Coast Show, a celebration of fun and excitement at Broadwater Parklands. This annual extravaganza promises an exhilarating long weekend filled with entertainment and activities for all.
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From now until 06 Sep 2025
Ritchies Boonah Arts Festival
An eight day arts festival including awards for art, writing and fashion. The Festival includes events such as the Comedy Night, Sip and Paint, Youth Showcase, Art Workshops and Fashion and Festival Awards. Free entry to the Art Awards on display throughout the week.
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From now until 30 Aug 2025 (Annual)
Wild Earth Coastal High Trail Run
The Wild Earth Coastal High is an epic trail running event located in the iconic and spectacularly picturesque Gold Coast Hinterland. Running on trails contained within the pristine Lamington and Springbrook National Parks, the Coastal High two events; of 50km or 28km, that cover the best trails that South-East Queensland has to offer. The Wild Earth Coastal High sees runners traverse spectacular trails through sub-tropical rainforest, open forest, and along cliff tops within Lamington National Park, before descending down into the Numinbah Valley and then climbing up to finish adjacent to the magnificent Purlingbrook Falls in Springbrook National Park. The Wild Earth Coastal High trail run is special. Two World Heritage listed National Parks; trail running in a location that has to be enjoyed to be believed.
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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.