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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 17 Aug 2025
Pacific Airshow Gold Coast
Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast: Bigger, Faster, Louder Than Ever! Get ready to amp up your adrenaline! Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast is back and roaring into Surfers Paradise from August 15 - 17, 2025. After a smash-hit in 2024, they're cranking it up a notch with more wild aerial activity and beachside excitement than ever before. Whether you're a seasoned aviation enthusiast or just curious, they aren't your regular average airshow. Picture this: 4+ hours of heart-pounding, beachside action featuring top civilian and military pilots from around the globe. And all on your slice of that sand on Surfers Paradise Beach! Meet real-life heroes at exclusive signing sessions, treat the kids to a blast in the action-packed Kids Zone, and savor gourmet delights from the epic food truck lineup. And yes, ice-cold beers on the beach are totally on the menu! Don't be left grounded in 2024—grab your crew, score your tickets, and lock in your spot now. This is your chance to witness the sand and sky come alive. Snag your tickets to Show Centre and get up close to the action. Let's make some noise!
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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
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
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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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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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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30 Aug 2025
Tamborine Rodeo
Where the excitement of rodeo meets the heart of the Logan community! Prepare for a spectacular showcase of rodeo prowess at Woodstock Farm, Tamborine. This Rodeo is one you don't want to miss!
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31 Aug 2025
Gold Coast's Annual Wedding Expo 2025 - Gold Coast Turf Club
The Gold Coast Annual Wedding Expo is a well-established and popular event in the heart of the Gold Coast region, hosted at the Gold Coast Turf Club. Featuring over 100 of the finest wedding and bridal suppliers from the Gold Coast and beyond, this expo brings together the best in wedding inspiration. With a vibrant, local atmosphere, the Gold Coast Bridal Expo is full of colour, creativity, and live entertainment—an unmissable event for couples. Enjoy free entry and parking, plus receive the exclusive ‘I’M GETTING MARRIED’ Bridal Bag. The hand-selected vendors include florists, bridal gowns, photographers, wedding cars, cake designers, videographers, reception venues, and more.
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04 Sep 2025
IMAGINE LIVE
IMAGINE LIVEMagical and meaningful, IMAGINE LIVE is a celebration of creativity, friendship and our precious natural world. With the help of the audience, performers play and sing their way through the pages of Alison Lester’s iconic best-selling book, and quickly discover there is WAY more to these pages than they first thought. Spot a leopard, dive with a dolphin or dig up a dinosaur as this iconic book springs into life before your eyes. IMAGINE LIVE combines live action and animation with digital puppetry in a large-scale, multi-screen performance. Underscored by original music, characters and objects travel between real and animated worlds, responding in real time to audience input. Beautiful and meaningful, IMAGINE LIVE is a celebration of the transformative power of creativity. Created by the multi-award-winning team from Robot Song, IMAGINE LIVE is a 55 min interactive musical performance for families...Nana’s are especially welcome!
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05 Sep 2025 - 21 Nov 2025
Fridays on the Lawn – Student Edition
Fridays on the Lawn – Student EditionWe’re thrilled to relaunch the reimagined Fridays on the Lawn – Student Edition! This exciting event highlights the talents of local student solo acts, bands, and DJs, offering a dynamic platform for young musicians to shine.Set in a lively and supportive environment, the event nurtures creativity, collaboration, and community connection. It’s an incredible opportunity for budding artists to gain real-world performance experience, guided by HOTA’s professional staff, while showcasing their skills in a premier arts industry space.Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of young talent, bringing the community together and inspiring the next generation of musicians.
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06 Sep 2025
Gold Coast Titans V Tigers (Round 27)
*Times are subject to change TBC Gates Open 5:30pm Kick Off .
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06 Sep 2025
NRL Gold Coast Titans v Tigers (Round 27)
The Gold Coast Titans are set to take on the Wests Tigers at Cbus Super Stadium for Round 27 of the 2025 NRL Telstra Premiership. Be there for all the action!
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06 Sep 2025
2025 NRL Telstra Premiership - Gold Coast Titans V Tigers (RD 27)
*Times are subject to change 3.30pm Gates Open 5:30pm Kick Off .
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10 Sep 2025 - 13 Sep 2025
Wonderbox
WonderboxSensorium Theatre, Australia’s leading theatre company creating work specifically for young audiences with disability and their friends, invites children to roll the dice and embark on an exciting journey into the unknown. Inside a giant puzzle-box of illusions, quirky carnival friends with magic in their pockets guide audiences through an immersive, multi-sensory wonderland. Here, they’ll encounter fantastic large-scale projections, intriguing tiny delights, and lively, infectious music. Every child’s curiosity is celebrated and rewarded with delightful surprises. The adventure unfolds as boxes reveal more boxes, giving each child a chance to discover a magical version of themselves. In Wonderbox, tiny moments of whole worlds in a matchbox lead to vast universes where everyone, reflected in the stars of the Milky Way, is shown to be wonderful. After more than 13 years of engaging and captivating thousands of young audiences with disability nationally and internationally through their magical, multi-sensory immersive shows, Perth-based Sensorium Theatre continues to break down barriers to truly inclusive arts experiences with their most ambitious show yet. Wonderbox is designed to be accessible to all children, inviting every child (and the child within us all) to look inside and find their rightful place.
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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!
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12 Sep 2025
Gold Coast Schools Comp - Graduation Cup | Nerang QLD
Gold Coast Schools, Rocky Trail Academy is coming back to Nerang and its Graduation Cup time!! Hosted by Rocky Trail Entertainment, this event is designed for high school-age riders to challenge themselves across three epic timed stages on some of the best trails in the region. Whether they’re looking to challenge themselves or just have fun with friends, the Rocky Trail Academy event is all about fostering growth and camaraderie. The event format includes three stages, designed to test a variety of skills, including endurance, speed, and technical ability. Everyone gets five possible runs on each track, with the fastest time per stage counting toward your final result. With no set track order and untimed liaisons, you can enjoy the beautiful outdoors at your own pace. Riders will also earn points for their school, with bonus points awarded for top finishers on each track. Race categories are based on school year groups - students race against their peers and experience the thrill of friendly competition. Each track is designed to be rideable by anyone from beginners to experienced, ensuring there’s something for every skill level. The experienced team will be there to ensure everything runs smoothly, from registration to course marshalling and first aid services! For full event details, including trail maps, parking, and amenities, visit the official event page.
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