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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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26 Oct 2024
AFLW Round 9: Gold Coast SUNS v Port Adelaide
Don’t miss the final game of the AFLW home and away season at People First Stadium, as the Gold Coast SUNS take on Port Adelaide in Indigenous Round on Saturday 26 October. Gates open at 2:15PM, so be there early with your family and friends in your best and brightest SUNS colours to soak up all the unmissable Saturday arvo match day footy & fun! Tickets are just $15 from Ticketek. Plus, all kids under 18 go free! Game On. Challenge Accepted. Parking is free in the Blue Car Park at People First Stadium. Normal Translink services will operate, including Surfside Bus services, Queensland Rail City network trains, and G:Link services. Event shuttle buses will not be in operation.
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26 Oct 2024
Roaring Lions - Bob Marley Tribute
Get ready to groove to the iconic sounds of Bob Marley with Roaring Lion, the Gold Coast's premier Bob Marley tribute band! Since forming in 2018, Roaring Lion has been captivating audiences across the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and Brisbane, delivering an authentic and electrifying homage to the legendary reggae icon. Roaring Lion is renowned for their dedication to recreating the classic Bob Marley sound with meticulous attention to detail while infusing their performances with their unique flair and positive vibes. The band brings an impressive lineup of musicians to the stage, creating a rich and dynamic sound that captures the essence of reggae music. Experience a heartfelt and high-energy tribute featuring all your favorite hits like "No Woman, No Cry," "One Love," "Redemption Song," and many more. With lead and backing vocalists, lead, bass, and rhythm guitars, rhythm and creative keyboards, plus drums and percussion, Roaring Lion delivers a full, layered sound that's true to the reggae genre. Their performances are infused with good vibes and uplifting rhythms, creating a hypnotic atmosphere that will have you dancing all night long. Gather your friends, embrace the good vibes, and come celebrate the music that continues to inspire generations around the world. ✨ One love, one heart, let's get together and feel all right! ✨
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26 Oct 2024
Queensland Symphony Orchestra's Favourites
Queensland Symphony Orchestra's FavouritesBernstein’s electric Overture to Candide is the fanfare opening to a concert of some of Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s best-loved music. Featuring favourites of musicians and audiences alike, this program radiates pure joy. There's something for everyone; Kats-Chernin’s delicate Dance of the Paper Umbrellas is plucked straight out of a fairytale, while Sibelius’ hymn to victory, Finlandia, brims with stormy drama. Featuring QSO’s 2023 Young Instrumentalist Prize winner, Ein Na, Saint-Saëns’ fiery Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso is a show of incredible virtuosity, thrilling until its final beat. From Beethoven to Tchaikovsky, Sibelius to Strauss, this jam-packed concert is a smorgasbord of musical delights, all under the baton of Eduardo Strausser. Conductor: Eduardo StrausserSoloist: Ein Na, violinHost: Ashleigh Denning Bernstein Overture to Candide Kats-Chernin Dance of the Paper Umbrellas Saint-Saëns Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso Beethoven Symphony No.7, mvt 1 Rowland Theme from The Man from Snowy River Tchaikovsky Waltz from Sleeping Beauty Sibelius Finlandia
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26 Oct 2024
World Champagne Day Lunch at Beechmont Estate with Moët & Chandon
Join them for an exquisite five-course, seven-champagne dining experience at The Paddock, featuring a bespoke menu by Executive Chefs Chris and Alex Norman and a guided champagne-tasting experience by Moët Hennessy Australia Ambassador Dean O'Reilly. Event Highlights: Seven Moët & Chandon Champagnes: Delight in a guided tasting of seven iconic Champagnes, including the 2013 and 2015 Grand Vintage, Imperial Rose NV, and a comparison of the 2013 and 2015 Grand Vintage Rose. Five-Course Menu: Enjoy a spring-inspired menu crafted to pair perfectly with each Champagne, showcasing the best local spring local produce. Expert Host: Dean O'Reilly will guide you through the Moët & Chandon universe, enhancing your tasting journey. Dress Code: Spring florals encouraged
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26 Oct 2024
Sunny Coast Rude Boys
Sunny Coast Rude BoysJoin award-winning Sunny Coast Rude Boys for an epic party night under the Museum of the Moon. This 10-piece energetic ensemble will get you on your feet dancing by drawing on musical influences that have shaped this genre from the Jamaican movement through to UK Two Tone. The 'Rudies' have shared the stage with the likes of Bad Manners, Nicky Bomba, Strange Tenants, The Original Wailers, The Allniters, Death of Guitar Pop (UK) as well as headlining at Island Vibe Festival, Woodford Folk Festival, Blues on Broadbeach, Caloundra Music Festival and QLD Ska and Reggae Festival. The band has crafted their sound with unexpected arrangements and seductive harmonies, of powerful horns and foot-stomping drums. 'The Rudies' are well established festival favourites, having played to packed venues throughout Australia. If you like a big fun night of dancing to music from The Specials, Madness, The Beat, UB40, Toots & The Maytals, along with some Slammin' Original songs... this is the band for you!The Lawn Bar and Airstream will be open for food and beverage purchases.
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26 Oct 2024
AFLW: Gold Coast Suns v Port Adelaide
AFLW: Gold Coast Suns v Port Adelaide, Saturday 26th October 2024 at 3:05 PM at People First Stadium. *All times local Event details subject to change without notice.
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27 Oct 2024
Twilight Jazz
Twilight JazzAs the sun sets and the moon rises, kick back and sip a cool drink, tap your foot and be taken on a jazz journey with smooth renditions of jazz classics under Museum of the Moon. Jazz Factory will take you to the moon and back with rich vocals, stylistic keys, brassy sax and rhythmic drums and bass from the origins of jazz through to the modern movements. This is the perfect Sunday sunset for family and friends to experience Museum of the Moon complete with jazz, food and bar.The Lawn Bar and Airstream will be open for food and beverage purchases.
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27 Oct 2024
Spirit of the East
Spirit of the East will lift your spirits and bring back that euphoric energy. As big festivals take a downward spiral its time to bring back one nighters like this. An event for the locals, by ForTheLocals! This is their contribution to the scene with a lineup of the East coasts mid/new school hip hop, RnB and soul artists. Gather your energy, bring your tribe and come celebrate this incredible night! This epic lineup includes Slowth, Mattymadeit, Spirit, T west, Juman, Rhea Robertson, Bruce Kane, Telka, FortheMystic and Lily Lotus. This is an 18 plus event.
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27 Oct 2024 - 31 Oct 2024
Halloween Family Nights
Southport Sharks is putting on two fang-tastic nights of Halloween family fun!This October, join us at Sharks for not one but TWO of our spooktacular Halloween Family Nights!On Sunday 27 October & Thursday 31 October, the whole family can enjoy an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet dinner kicking off from 5PM, followed by an incredible Halloween-themed kids show hosted by LOL Crew from 5:30PM to 7:30PM.There’s free face painting throughout the night from 4:30PM to 7:30PM, and make sure to get the kids dressed up in their most ghoulish attire, as best dressed prizes will be awarded to those with the coolest costumes!All tickets include seafood buffet admission; tickets for 8-12 Years & 4-7 Years also include refillable soft drink.Please ensure that you have selected your preferred date using the toggle at the top of this event page before purchase.TICKETS - Booking fees applicable during checkout.Adult - $46.90Child (8-12 Years) - $25.90Child (4-7 Years) - $19.90Child (3 Years & Under) - Free entryNo a la carte menu available on this night. Refunds will not be provided on the basis of no-shows. If you or another person under your booking are no longer able to attend, your ticket can be allocated to another person. Advise when prompted of any seating requests or dietary requirements. Please ensure that all attendees within your booking are purchased in the one transaction, as we cannot guarantee that there will be enough space to add attendees at a later date.COST: $50.11
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27 Oct 2024
Supercars: Gold Coast 500
Supercars: Gold Coast 500, Sunday 27th October 2024 at 12:00 PM at Surfers Paradise Street Circuit. *All times local Event details subject to change without notice.
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27 Oct 2024
HOTA Gallery Director Susi Muddiman OAM In-Conversation with Michael Zavros
HOTA Gallery Director Susi Muddiman OAM In-Conversation with Michael ZavrosThis is your exclusive opportunity to join Director of HOTA Gallery Susi Muddiman, in conversation with one of the Gold Coast’s favourite artists, Michael Zavros. Homework, 2014 by Michael Zavros is included in current exhibition HOTA Collects: Direction showing in Gallery 2.Banner image: (detail) Michael Zavros, Homework 2014, courtesy of the artist and Philip Bacon Galleries. Image of Michael courtesy of the artist
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30 Oct 2024
ANH DO - The Happiest Refugee Live!
Anh Do’s bestselling book The Happiest Refugee has made reade... Buy Tickets from $64.90
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30 Oct 2024
Talks and Ideas: Professor Alan Duffy
Talks and Ideas: Professor Alan DuffyJoin Swinburne astrophysicist and astronomer Professor Alan Duffy (As seen on Network 10’s The Project) in this insightful discussion on the moon. Indulge your curiosity as Professor Duffy talks about the moon, its fundamental part of our future, its enduring fascination in our night sky, the Apollo moon missions, and the role the Australian Space Agency has in the future of the moon. Following the talk will be a short Q&A where audiences will have the opportunity to ask Professor Duffy questions about the moon, space exploration and our solar system. This event is suitable for all ages, from academics to curious kids and best of all its free! This is a free ticketed event. All attendees must register and have a valid ticket. The Lawn Bar and Airstream will be open for food and beverage purchases.
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31 Oct 2024
Dark Illusions Experience
Cavill Lane’s The Haunted Passage – Doomsday & Matt Hollywood present Dark Illusions Experience The aftermath of Doomsday is near, where dark illusions and the unknown come to life for one night only. This Halloween, your invited you to take a journey into the darkness of spooky scares and become hauntingly mesmerized. This must attend, exclusive experience is one of it's kind so get in quick and secure your spot as tickets are limited. Get ready to make your way through haunted entrance into a dark and spooky passage of surprises design to entertain and scare. Once you make it out alive, take a seat and settle in for one progressive and very impressive Dark Illusions show by the international acclaimed Matt Hollywood. Ticket includes one entryway walk through Haunted Maze and Dark Illusions show. Show times and bookings are on the hour. Please arrive before doors open to secure entry, wait times may very. Experience is approx. 20mins. Recommended 15+. Please see details on website. FX such as low lighting, smoke effects, startle scares, strobe lights, loud noises may be in use. Please read full warnings for entry on the website before purchase.
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31 Oct 2024
Halloween at SYC
It's a Boo-tiful Night for Halloween at the Southport Yacht Club! Come and have a skele-ton of fun! Wear your costume and get to win prizes for the Best Dressed! There will be a DJ, face-painters, games and loads of lollies. Bookings essential. Kids ticket includes disco, games, kids meal, lollies and soft drink. Parents must book too. Adult ticket includes a meal voucher. Table bookings are essential for adults - Standard Restaurant Menu is available.
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31 Oct 2024
The Haunted Passage Doomsday
Are you ready to face your fears this Halloween? You are welcome to join the Cavill Lane’s Surfers Paradise 3rd Halloween Horror Experience, The Haunted Passage – Doomsday 2024, where day-time festivities turn into dark scares! This event is infected with scary fun, themed activations, creepy characters, market stalls and so much more. Plus check out the feature attraction Dark Illusions Experience. There is so much in store this Halloween and you don't want to miss out on this must attend event on the spookiest day of the year! So save the date, gather your mates and dates, dress up and join them for one hell of a Halloween event. Visit the website for details. Let them entertain you in one unforgettable night.
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