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06 Sep 2025
Saturday Night Live at the Barn
About Don't Miss Out on the Event of the Year!Get your tickets now for Boonah District Kindergarten's major fundraising event for the year, happening on Saturday 6th September 2025 at Scenic Rim Farm Shop. This unforgettable event promises head lining act Mel Buttle with her hilarious sharp witted comedy, music by Ross Weber and a relaxing atmosphere to spend an evening with friends. With limited seats available, now is the perfect time to secure your spot and be part of this wonderful event that raises money for the Kindy. Date Saturday 6 September 2025 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM (UTC+10) Scenic Rim Farm Shop541, Kents Lagoon Road, Kents Lagoon Qld 4309
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06 Sep 2025
Nazeem Hussain - You Paid For This
Nazeem Hussain - You Paid For ThisThis is the official bio for my brand-new show You Paid for This. Not to be confused with any of the fakes ones out there. I had to write this bio myself, which really threw my morning plans. I thought coming up with the title was the hard part, but writing a 150 word biography about a comedy show I haven’t performed yet is really hard. It’s called You Paid for This, and yes, I’m aware you likely haven’t actually paid yet. It’s what we call in the biz “presumptive selling”. A bold, but risky move. The show does what the title suggests, presuming you buy a ticket. I can’t promise much beyond an hour of jokes, sponsored by you. You haven’t paid yet, but we both know it’s only a matter of time. See you there!
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From now until 29 Oct 2025
Kundalini Yoga Class - All Levels, Every Monday
Using movement, mantra, meditation, and breathwork, Kundalini yoga helps shift energy, invigorates the body, and allows you to release anything that is no longer serving you. Expect to leave feeling brighter, energised, and ready for the week ahead. With 8,000 sets, no class is the same, and a lot of the exercises are held for only for a few minutes at a time. Kundalini is great for overactive minds, ADHD, and anyone who thinks that yoga or meditation is not for them. Give Kundalini a try! The first class cost is $11, then it's $16.50 per class after that. Cash payable on door. Bring a yoga mat or towel and water, plus any cushions/bolsters if you need them as we're on hardwood floors. Parking is available to the right of the community centre. Please note the class is in the Activity Room, to the right as you walk in. Chairs are available if you'd prefer to be off the floor.
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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 02 Jun 2026
Wellbeing With Kids Yoga
About Kids Yoga Classes for all children 5–10 years - Nurturing children’s mental, emotional, physical and social wellbeing In these fun, supportive yoga classes children will learn movement, breathwork and mindfulness with a balance of structure, creativity and playfulness. Kids Yoga helps children to: • Manage emotions, stress and anxiety • Improve physical strength, balance, flexibility and coordination • Increase concentration, focus and attention span • Develop confidence, social skills and respect for others • Cultivate mindfulness, mental focus and self-esteem Dates Tuesday 26 August 2025 - Tuesday 2 June 2026 (UTC+10) Labrador Community Centre 57 Billington Street, Labrador QLD 4215 Cost: $5.00
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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 - 24 Sep 2025
In The Heights
In The HeightsBefore Hamilton, there was In The Heights! Lin-Manuel Miranda’s (Hamilton, Moana) four-time Tony Award®-winning musical is coming exclusively to the Gold Coast – and it’s your ticket to Broadway, no passport required! Set in the heart of New York’s Washington Heights, In The Heights is a vibrant, high-energy celebration of culture, community, and chasing your dreams. This is the musical that launched Lin-Manuel Miranda’s career - fusing hip hop, salsa, Latin beats and contemporary storytelling into something bold, fresh and unforgettable. Featuring a standout cast led by Ryan Gonzalez (Moulin Rouge! The Musical) as Usnavi, Olivia Vásquez (West Side Story) as Vanessa, Richard Valdez as Piragua Guy, and Mariah Gonzalez as Nina Rosario, this production brings Washington Heights to life with energy and authenticity. Directed by Luke Joslin and choreographed by Amy Campbell - both Helpmann Award nominees for this production - In The Heights offers a rich, deeply immersive, and unforgettable experience in the heart of New York’s Washington Heights. Following acclaimed seasons on Broadway, at the Sydney Opera House, and Melbourne Comedy Theatre, In The Heights arrives at HOTA from 12 September for a strictly limited run. This is your only chance to experience it in South-East Queensland! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ "You can't miss it!" - The Age ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ "An absolute MUST-SEE!" - Standing Innovation ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ "In The Heights is like the groovier, more flavourful and delicious sibling of Hamilton!" - Scenestr Recommended for ages 12+
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13 Sep 2025
Crafted Beer Festival Gold Coast
🍻 CRAFTED FESTIVAL GOLD COAST – SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2025 🍻 Goldy, Australia’s biggest beachside beer bash is back! 🎉 Crafted Festival is rollin’ into Kurrawa Park for its ninth froth-filled year, and it’s gonna be a ripper. With 50+ breweries, 400+ brews and fresh drops from legends and first timers alike, 2025 is shaping up to be our biggest yet. This is a festival for those who like their weekends full-bodied and their drinks ice cold. Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur or just here for a good time, we’ve got something to sip, savour, and sink your teeth into. Indie rockers Beddy Rays will headline a stacked Gold Coast Music Stage, with Le Shiv, FELONY., Thirst Trap, Dropics, Alison with Beatniks DJs keeping the good times flowing with their pumping vinyl sets all day and into the evening. Lovers of a fine drop, your dream tap list starts here, with our first brewery lineup! We’ve pulled together a fresh pour of legends from local Gold Coast icons to cult-favourite brewers from around the country! BREWS 🍻 Bacchus Brewing Co | Balter Brewing Company | Better Beer | Black Hops Brewing | Burleigh Brewing Co. | Carbon 6 Brewing Pty Ltd | CBCo Brewing | Cedar Creek Cider | Common People Brewing Co | Earth Beer Company | FELLR | Gage Roads Brew Co | Hard Fizz | Hip Hops Brewers | Hound & Stag Brewing Co. | KAIJU Beer | Madocke Beer Brewing Company | Matso's Beer | Moorebeer Brewing Co. | Perentie Brewing Co. | Precinct Brewing | Pressmans | Ranga Tang Ginger Beer | Range Brewing | Red Dog Brewery | Roji Cat | Sanctus Brewing Co | Slipstream Brewing Company | Spangled Drongo Brewery | Spreyton Cider Co | Tap That Brewery & Keghouse | Yenda | Your Mates Brewing Co. TUNES 🎶 Beddy Rays | Le Shiv | Felony. | Thirst Trap | Dropics | Alison | beatniks DJ's COCKTAILS, SPIRITS + WINE 🍸 Granddad Jack's Craft Distillery | Carafe Wine + Carafe Wine Masterclasses 12pm Champagne Masterclass | 1pm Rosé Blending Masterclass | 2pm Wines Across The Regions Masterclass. Pre-booking with your ticket purchase is essential to ensure you don’t miss out! FOOD 🔥 Cychos Buffalo Wings | Flamin’ Grillas | FG's Smokehouse | Sticky Addictions | Rosticceria | Smash Burger Society | The Wiener Haus | Street Eatz Mexican There’s a fresh energy to this year’s festival with the launch of Crafted Smokeshow - a brand new meat-ing place packed with smoked eats, sizzling demos and our legendary eating comps. + MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED! 🎉 Rally the crew and get ready for one helluva sunshine sesh.🍻🔥🎶
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13 Sep 2025
Comedy Underground | Luke Heggie
Comedy Underground | Luke HeggieLuke Heggie has been dabbling with new trends, such as monetising a contrived identity, and debating actual facts on the internet. But he also has to be able to sleep at night. If you consider “you love yourself” to be more of a compliment than a preamble to a fight, you use a passport as identification in your own country, you make your kids come and watch you play sport, you develop a lisp when you say a Spanish word, you've ever said that you have a great sense of humour, or you fill up with premium unleaded, then do not come to this show. The majority used to be a bit more silent, making them bearable. Internet users have described Luke Heggie as a flog, brilliant, a lefty wanker, a fascist, a comedian at the peak of his power, disgraceful, and the best in the land. Come and make your own mind up. Or not. Nobody really cares what you do. No lowbreeds please.
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18 Sep 2025 - 20 Sep 2025
Shore
ShoreBroadbeach’s fabulous inclusive Running Duck Theatre Ensemble, supported by Centacare, returns to HOTA for the fifth time to bring their latest sell out original story Shore. Created and devised by the ensemble. It tells the story of life on the Gold Coast in 2075. What has happened? Who lives there now and how do the Gold Coasters create a new community to share? Accompanied by superb local musicians and performed in the irresistible Running Duck style. Shore is not to be missed and is suitable of all ages. This is theatre for our time.
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20 Sep 2025
Comedy Underground | Neel Kolhatkar
Black Belt ComedyNeel Kolhatkar loves two things — comedy and martial arts. What he admires most about martial arts is the belt system: a clear marker of skill earned through skill and experience. Neel believes comedy should be no different. With social media flooded by stand-ups of every stripe, there’s no way to gauge a comedian’s experience and skill level — so why not introduce comedy belts? From ‘white belts’ telling dad jokes to ‘black belts’ tackling dark, taboo topics with nuance and precision. Black Belt Comedy is Neel’s personal challenge — to earn the right to say the hardest things in the funniest way. Neel Kolhatkar is known for his sharp observational, cultural, and political comedy — always walking the fine line between edgy and highbrow. He describes his style much like himself: “dark and intelligent.” This year’s show dives into cultural quirks, relationships and modern social dynamics, all delivered with Neel’s signature impressions and accents. He’s also branching into fresh ground, with exciting new material and top-tier support acts rounding out the night. Don’t miss Neel Kolhatkar’s brand new show – Black Belt Comedy. Book now!
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22 Sep 2025 - 26 Sep 2025
The Sound Collectors | Kunga Jungun
The Sound Collectors | Kunga JungunStep into a sonic adventure these school holidays with Kombumerri musician and composer Lann Levinge. Please fill in the below form if you would like to attend one or all of our workshops (It's all FREE). This immersive four-day, nature-filled journey invites young people to ‘Kunga Jungun’ which means to Hear Country in Yugambeh language. Explore sound, songlines, music and storytelling through a First Nations cultural lens. Roam the natural surroundings of HOTA, collect field recordings and sounds of nature, before heading back into the studio to compose your very own soundscape. Bring your imagination, creative spirit and listening ears to be inspired by the world around us. Add your own vocals, storytelling or music making as we learn to share stories through the world of soundscapes. The workshops culminate in a special listening party for family and friends. No technical skills required - Lann will guide you through the use of recording and editing gear. Participants are welcome to attend all four-dates for a full creative journey or come along to one full day.Ages: Suitable for Young People aged 10+ (limited to 20 participants per day). We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to attend. BYO: Lunch, water bottle, hat, sun protection and any musicals instruments if you have themQuestions: info@everybodynow.com.au
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24 Sep 2025 - 23 Sep 2025
Kids Take Over 2025
KIDS GO INTERGALACTICGet ready to step into an Intergalactic world full of shows, activities and adventures!Enter into an imaginary space station full of surprises, take flight to another planet in the world Premiere of Into Space and follow along with HOTA's Mascot The Bin Chicken in an enchanting quest around the HOTA precinct.This year, Kids Take Over children’s festival is bursting with free and ticketed workshops, creative experiences, performances, and everything in between.Perfect for kids aged 3 to 11, it's the ultimate memory-maker, boredom-buster, and creative play festival for kids on the Gold Coast. Stand back and watch the next generation unleash their imaginations and take charge as kids take over at HOTA. Presented by HOTA, Home of the Arts
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23 Sep 2025
School Holidays at David Fleay Wildlife Park
Go wild these school holidays and join one of David Fleay Wildlife Park’s Junior Ranger Programs. This is your family’s chance to see the wild like never before – thrilling encounters, unforgettable moments, and a deeper connection to Australia’s amazing wildlife await! Program: Junior Rangers – Animal Carers Age Group: 12-14 years Price: $28.85 Time: 9.30am – 11.30am Dates Offered: Tuesday 23 September Does your child dream of working with animals? This is their chance to step into the boots of a wildlife ranger! In the Animal Carers Program, participants will get hands-on experience with the daily duties of caring for native animals. From performing health checks and cleaning enclosures to preparing meals for furry, feathery, and scaly residents, they’ll gain a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to care for Australia’s incredible wildlife. Program: Junior Rangers – Protectors Age Group: 5-7 years Price: $28.85 Time: 9.30am – 11.00am Dates Offered: Wednesday 24 September Venture into the park to meet some of their iconic animal ambassadors, including Bridled nailtail wallabies, Estuarine crocodiles, and dynamic dingoes. Along the way, you’ll learn fascinating facts about these incredible creatures. Next, you’ll step into the mysterious world of their nocturnal house, where Junior Rangers will encounter the fascinating creatures of the night. This includes an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour! To wrap up the day, the Junior Rangers will get hands-on by designing, creating, and applying an enrichment challenge for the animals – a fun and creative way to support their wellbeing. Program: Family Program – Deadly and Dangerous Age Group: From 5 years Price: $10.35 pp for up to 10. Time: 11.30am – 12.30pm Dates Offered: Thursday 25 September | Thursday 2 October | Friday 3 October Get up close with Queensland’s most incredible and fearsome wildlife, including apex predators. Witness their power and learn how they care for these magnificent creatures. Discover how humans and wildlife can live together in harmony through fascinating stories and hands-on activities. Program: Family Program – Waterway Warriors Age Group: From 5 years Price: $10.35 pp for up to 10. Time: 11.30am – 12.30pm Dates Offered: Friday 26 September | Wednesday 1 October Gather the family and join expert Educational Rangers for an up-close encounter with some incredible wildlife ambassadors! This hands-on experience is perfect for families who love wildlife, nature, and making a difference. Meet and feed a variety of aquatic birds, reptiles, and mammals. Hear their inspiring rescue stories and discover how they found a second chance at life. Learn simple ways your family can help protect our waterways and the amazing creatures that call them home. Program: Junior Rangers – Guardians Age Group: 8-12 years Price: $28.85 Time: 9.30am – 11.30am Dates Offered: Tuesday 30 September Kick off the day by meeting some of their most beloved residents, including Bridled nailtail wallabies, Estuarine crocodiles, and dynamic dingoes. Your children will learn fascinating facts about these incredible creatures and their unique habitats. Then step into the shadows of their nocturnal house for a behind-the-scenes tour, where you’ll encounter the mysterious creatures of the night and discover how they thrive in the dark. Plus get up close with their koala ambassadors and learn about the special care they need, including their love for Eucalyptus leaves, and what Queensland’s Wildlife Rangers are doing to help their survival in the wild. Finally, your Junior Rangers will put their creativity to the test by designing, building, and presenting an enrichment challenge to keep the animals happy and healthy. Spots are limited, so don’t wait – book now and let the adventure begin! BOOK NOW
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24 Sep 2025 - 02 Oct 2025
Kids Take Over | Intergalatic Pizzeria
Kids Take Over | Intergalatic PizzeriaBlast off to Planet Jupiter for the ultimate pizza-making adventure. Join our space-chef captain as we transform everyday ingredients into out-of-this-world creations. Will your pizza be inspired by friendly aliens, Martians, and gooey space slugs... or will you create a gastronomic delight fit for an astronaut! Design your own delicious flying saucer, bake it in our cosmic kitchen, and best of all — eat your galactic masterpiece! Important mission info: Budding explorers must wear enclosed shoes for lift off. Don’t worry — space aprons will be provided! Recommended for Ages 8+.Parents must remain with their kids.
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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.