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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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From now until 07 Dec 2025
Festival of Touch
The Festival of Touch is a 10 day celebration of all things Touch Football. The event aims to invigorate, inspire and connect the touch football community in Queensland. The 10-day Festival encompasses two flagship touch football events on the Queensland Touch Football (QTF) calendar, including the Queensland State Cup and Queensland All Nations, which are held on consecutive weekends on the Gold Coast. The weeklong festival includes professional development opportunities for administrators and sport enthusiasts through the QTF Conferences, the Queensland Touch Football Awards Night, which celebrates the Queensland touch footballs inspiring community and a South East Queensland Schools Gala Day to engage and excite local schools in touch football. If that is not enough, based on the picturesque Gold Coast, participants can take the opportunity to enjoy a holiday shared with family and friends.
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29 Nov 2025
St Andrews Day Pipe Celebration Dinner
Remember the tunes of Amazing Grace or The Bluebells of Scotland? Some of these amazing classics and more will be featured during the evening. On arrival be welcomed by the entire Brisbane Pipe Band. As the evening progresses so does the entertainment with fantastic not to be forgotten performances right up close and personal. If you're a passionate Scot or just love the pipes then this is an event not to be missed. There will be a three course dinner served with optional Haggis or not as a main course. Entree: Peppercorn pate. Main: Haggis or, Vegetarian nut roast, Roast Beef or Pork, Chicken Leek and Bacon Pie, lemon pepper cod Dessert: Apple & Cinnamon Bread Pudding.
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30 Nov 2025
GOLD: The Ultimate ABBA Show - Mudgeeraba
You can dance! You can jive! Gold – The Ultimate ABBA Show are back to celebrate 50 years of Mamma Mia! ABBA first burst onto the scene with their triumphant 1974 Eurovision hit "Waterloo" and haven't left the charts since! With two Greatest Hits albums, A smash hit musical and record breaking live shows, the ABBA lives on! Celebrating 50 years since ABBA's self-titled masterpiece which birthed smash hits "Mamma Mia" "SOS" and "I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do", this brand new concert features all of ABBA chart topping hits from "Waterloo", and "Dancing Queen" right through to iconic fan favourites like "Does Your Mother Know" and "Gimme Gimme Gimme (A Man After Midnight)", Gold – The Ultimate ABBA show recreate "ABBA" in their prime! GOLD - The Ultimate ABBA Show first landed in Australia for their "New Arrival Tour" in 2014 and since then, have performed to over 30,000 people across 80 shows, playing to all four corners of the country including packed houses at Sydney's State Theatre and Melbourne's famed Palms at Crown, earning a reputation as a band "that's an inspiration to Abba itself" (Review – WeekendNotes.com). Unleash your inner dancing queen in this special two-hour concert production with Gold - The Ultimate ABBA Show!
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30 Nov 2025
ADORN- Save the date
About SAVE THE DATE for our next Adorn gathering. Enjoy markets for your pre-christmas gifts throughout the afternoon with dinner and dessert options available then a lovely evening planned filled with encouragement, guest speaker, worship and ministry time, a chance to lean in and look up. Any ladies are welcome, you will be notified with proper booking details and information closer to date. Date Sunday 30 November 2025 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM (UTC+10) Life Development Centre67 Warrener Street, Nerang QLD 4211 Cost: Free
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03 Dec 2025
The Nutcracker: Hinterland Dance Academy
The Nutcracker: Hinterland Dance AcademyStep into a world of magic and wonder with Hinterland Dance Academy’s enchanting production of The Nutcracker. Featuring a talented cast of young dancers from across the Gold Coast, this timeless holiday ballet follows Clara on a dreamy Christmas Eve adventure filled with toy soldiers, snowflakes, and the dazzling Sugar Plum Fairy. Set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, The Nutcracker is a festive celebration of music, movement, and imagination. With beautiful costumes, captivating choreography, and a touch of holiday sparkle, this family-friendly performance promises to delight audiences of all ages.
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05 Dec 2025
The Imperfects
The ImperfectsWe’re all imperfect. On this podcast, founder of The Resilience Project Hugh van Cuylenburg, his good friend Ryan Shelton, and only one of their brothers, Josh van Cuylenburg, talk to a variety of interesting people who vulnerably share their own struggles and imperfections, or expertly pass on their wisdom on the subject of imperfection. Whether it’s in The Vulnerabilitea House, The Academy of Imperfection, or with our very own psychologist, Dr Emily, The Imperfects are here to find some valuable takeaways we can all apply to our own imperfect lives.
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05 Dec 2025
Very Merry Long Lunch, The Island Gold Coast
Your Office Family Christmas - Very Merry Long Lunch at The Island Gold Coast.Gather your office family for a Very Merry Long Lunch that takes all the stress out of planning your Christmas Party. This year, we’re making it easy—just get your numbers together and turn up!Our Christmas Long Lunch comes with all the trimmings. Enjoy a festive feast with our Family Style share menu, packed with all your holiday favourites. For those looking to raise a glass (or two), we’ve got an optional three-hour drinks package featuring cocktail carafes, premium wines, beers, and bubbles. Prefer to keep it simple? No worries—guests opting for just the food menu can purchase drinks from the bar on the day.We’ll have live tunes to keep the vibes merry and a photo moment to capture the memories. Plus, every booking gets their own festive-themed table, so you can celebrate in style.What: Very Merry Long LunchWhen: Friday, 5th December, 12pm – 3pmWhere: The Island PenthouseTickets:$95 p/person for the Family-Style Share Menu, or$134 p/person with the three-hour beverage package featuring cocktail carafes, premium wines, beers, and bubbles.It’s the perfect way to wrap up the year with your work crew—just show up and enjoy. The Island Rooftop is open after the event concludes.Minimum of four guests per table. All guests at the one table must be on the same ticket option.Tickets$95 p/person for the Family-Style Share Menu, or$134 p/person if you’d like to add the three-hour beverage package.Minimum of four guests per table. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the year with your work crew—just show up and enjoy!-----Family-Style MenuOn the tableArtisan bread rolls with butter and smoked saltTo StartPoached Mooloolaba prawns, compressed apple, fennel, radish, finger lime dressing (df, gf)Chicken and leek terrine, sourdough crumb, truffle oil, tarragon mayonnaise (gfo)MainsRosemary and garlic slow cooked lamb shoulder, seeded mustard jus (df, gf)Herb roasted chicken, pan jus, roasted onions (gf)SidesRoasted heirloom carrots with goats cheese and macadamia (gf, v)Rosemary and garlic roasted potatoes, smoked salt (df, gf, ve, v)To FinishPassion fruit tart, blackberries, sorghumPavlova, mango, raspberries, kiwifruit*menu subject to change.COST: A$98.65 – A$138.68
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From now until 07 Dec 2025
Queensland All Nations Touch Football Carnival
The Queensland All Nations Tournament allows participants to represent their heritage and their nation at a fun, social and non-affiliated touch football tournament that celebrates our many and diverse cultures that make up Australia. South Queensland & Border Districts Touch Association in conjunction with Queensland Touch Football delivers an event that allows participants to experience multiple cultures through food, dance and connection. Cultural identity is a focal point of the event with all teams representing their community under their traditional nation, with uniforms adorned with symbols of their nation, supported by a cultural performance on the Saturday afternoon. This provides an opportunity for members of the community to come together, play some touch football and learn about their local culture and foster relationships and understanding between other cultures.
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07 Dec 2025 - 13 Dec 2025
Australian Volleyball Schools Cup
The Australian Volleyball Schools Cup is the largest school-based sporting event in the Southern Hemisphere, attracting teams from across Australia, plus international teams. This event has seen tremendous growth since its inception and in 2024 saw 516 teams from 159 schools from across Australia and New Zealand and will continue to see the next generation of national, international and potentially Olympic athletes. Schools Cup is the marquee junior participation event in the national events portfolio, bringing together hundreds of secondary school teams annually in December, enjoying an introduction to volleyball, camaraderie and enthusiastic competition amongst the nation's school community.
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12 Dec 2025
The Greatest Christmas Show
The Greatest Christmas ShowThe Greatest Christmas Show is Australia’s #1 family Christmas event, blending heartwarming moments, spectacular magic, and world-class entertainment into one unforgettable night. Led by internationally acclaimed Master Illusionist Anthony Street, prepare for breathtaking illusions that will leave you wondering if Christmas magic might just be real. Soaring vocals will fill the theatre with the spirit of Christmas, while our cast of incredible dancers and a jaw-dropping cirque aerial act bring the stage to life in a flurry of wonder, skill, and glittering costumes. From high-flying feats to touching moments that capture the true meaning of Christmas, and a very special visit from Santa Claus himself, this is a show that will warm hearts, inspire smiles, and create cherished memories for the whole family. 🎟 Don’t miss the magic. Don’t miss the laughter. Don’t miss the #1 family show this Christmas.
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13 Dec 2025
Deck the Halls
Get ready to dust off your disco shoes for the annual 'Deck the Halls' event at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Australia. This beloved festive celebration promises an evening brimming with entertainment, a delightful four-course meal, and a generous 4.5-hour beverage package featuring free-flowing drinks. Attendees can ... Read More enhance their experience by opting for a Premium Beverage Package that includes Chandon sparkling wine, a curated selection of premium wines, and a variety of pre-mixed spirits.The night kicks off with the high-energy Hymack Girls, setting the stage for an electrifying experience with surprise performers that will leave guests in awe. The dance floor will truly come alive with a vibrant choreographed show, culminating in a seven-piece band that will perform Studio 54-style funk, complete with horns and stunning vocals. This event guarantees glitter, groove, and non-stop festive vibes, making it a highlight of the holiday season. As the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre reflects on the magic of past Christmas celebrations, guests are invited to relive the sparkle and joy that has characterized this event year after year. The organizers acknowledge the land and traditional families of the Yugambeh region of south-east Queensland, paying respect to their elders past and present.
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13 Dec 2025
Not So Silent Night at The Star Gold Coast (Sat 13 Dec)
The ultimate in festive fun!Our Not So Silent Night Christmas Ball is designed to thrill, so clear your social calendar because this is one event you don't want to miss!Your night includes canapes on arrival, a decadent 3-course dinner, a 4.5 hour beverage package and live entertainment in our spectacularly themed ballroom.INCLUSIONS3-course dinner4.5-hour beverage package (6.00pm - 10.30pm)Beverage upgrade ticket holders can also enjoy a selection of spirits as a part of their beverage packageLive entertainment42 Band and DJ LibreMC leading the night of formalities, raffles and prizes!ENTERTAINMENTFirst up is 42 Band who are one of Australia's leading live entertainers serving up the latest and greatest RnB, soul and hip-hop music - proudly presented by award-winning Gold Coast band, Hanlon Brothers. Adding to the mix is local DJ Libre who will keep the party going late into the night!WHENSaturday 13 December 20256.00pm - 11.30pmPRICEGeneral Admission: $215pp*General Admission + Beverage Upgrade: $240pp**Includes Eventbrite ticketing feeThis event is for guests 18 years old and over. Tickets are limited. Book now to avoid disappointment.MENUBread roll and butterENTRÉEConfit herb salmon, lemon and dill crème fraiche, grilled zucchini, pickled Spanish onion (GF)~~ alternate serve ~~Porchetta, cos lettuce, Caesar dressing, herb croutons, prosciutto crisp (LAC)MAINBeef tenderloin, Jerusalem artichoke, black garlic sauce, hazelnut crumb~~ alternate serve ~~Roasted chicken breast, truffle mash potato, asparagus, chicken jus (GF)DESSERTVanilla mille feuille, cherry jubilee, single origin chocolate crispBEVERAGE PACKAGESparklingDomaine ChandonWhite Wine821 South Sauvignon BlancSt Hubert ChardonnayRoseT’Gallant Cape Schanck RoseRed WineT’Gallant Pinot NoirGrowers Gate Cabernet SauvignonBeerHahn Premium LightHahn Super DryByron Bar LagerJames Squire 150 LashesJames Squire Orchard Crush AppleNON-ALCOHOLICHeineken ZeroAssorted soft drinks and juicesMineral and still waterBeverage upgrade ticket holders can also enjoy the following spirits in addition to the above.Skyy VodkaWoodford Reserve BourbonEl Jimador TequilaGordon’s GinTERMS AND CONDITIONSSubject to availability, change and cancellation. No refunds will be provided for booking cancellations or no-shows. Please note once booking payments are made we are unable to offer any refunds. If a person under your booking is unable to attend the event, you can allocate the ticket to another person. If The Star cancels the event for any reason all monies will be refunded. Must be 18 years or over to attend. Not available in conjunction with any other offers or discounts. No further discounts apply. Dietary options will be available on prior request, however additional dietaries will not be able to be accommodated on the day without prior notice. Beverage selection subject to availability and may change without notice. The Star Club Member discounts do not apply. Casino Dollars cannot be used for this event. The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.COST: $215 – $240
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14 Dec 2025
Spilt Milk Gold Coast
Australia's most in-demand festival, Spilt Milk, returns in 2025 with a lineup overflowing with some of the most talked about local and global artists from recent times. With bill-toppers Kendrick Lamar, Doechii, Sara Landry, Dominic Fike and ScHoolboy Q, alongside the likes of d4vd, Nessa Barrett, Sofia Isella, Skin On Skin, sombr, Club Angel, The Rions, South Summit and more. The acclaimed festival tour re-enters mightier than ever, this December returning to their beloved stops of Ballarat/Wadawurrung, Perth/Whadjuk, Canberra/Ngunnawal and Gold Coast/Kombumerri. Visit the website for the full lineup and tickets.
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19 Dec 2025
Christmas Actually
The Music of Love Actually Live On Stage All I want for Christmas is you... Christmas Actually is the ultimate silly-season starter, bursting with nativity lobsters, cinnamon sticks and endless fun! Relive the magic musical moments from beloved holiday classic Love Actually including songs by Mariah Carey, Joni Mitchell, Norah Jones, Eva Cassidy, Kelly Clarkson, The Beach Boys and The Beatles, brought to life by a rockstar band of Australia’s top musicians and vocalists. Starring Australian cabaret icon Libby O’Donovan OAM, Christmas Actually will deliver all the hits from your favourite festive soundtrack, wrapped up with a sprig of holly and bucketloads of comedy and charm. Don’t miss this absolute (Christmas) cracker of a show!
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23 Dec 2025
A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland
Direct from its Off-Broadway season, A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music and Dance Sensation, presents its holiday spectacular, A Celtic Christmas. Prepare to be enchanted with some of the world's finest Irish dancers and musicians bringing the spirit of Christmas to life, in a show that will make you laugh, cry, and sing into the night. After captivating audiences across the USA and around the world, A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland is coming direct to the Canberra Theatre. Experience the magic as world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, a capella tap battles, and heartwarming storytelling into one truly unforgettable performance. Featuring former World Irish dance champions and stars from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, A Celtic Christmas delivers a holiday spectacular packed with Irish wit, traditional tunes, and heartfelt ballads alongside all your favourite carols. The show's exciting mix of electrifying rhythms and extraordinary talent promises an evening brimming with Irish charm and enthralling entertainment, all in one powerhouse event. Immerse yourself in a traditional Celtic landscape and let the magic of an Irish Christmas transport you to a world filled with excitement and wonder, where vibrant music and dance embody the heartbeat of the festive season. Don't miss your chance to see this magical show as it tours Australia for a strictly limited season.
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25 Dec 2025
Christmas Day Cruise
Let the crew provide the festive magic as you sit back, relax and take in the views of the Broadwater aboard the spacious, luxurious vessel the Spirit of Elston. Indulge in a buffet feast of seasonal flavours featuring local seafood, succulent meats and vegetarian options, topped off with an Australian Christmas classic, pavlova. Compliment with an unlimited drinks package including local wines, bubbly, boutique beers and non-alcoholic beverages. Kids will be delighted to receive a small complimentary present! They offer four cruises – two lunch and two dinner sittings – departing from Sea World, Main Beach with ample free parking available.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
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.