Listen Up People
Because we've got some serious live music pumping on our playlist. The program is a quality shuffle of local and international acts performing on a mind-blowing range of Gold Coast stages. Parkland rock festivals, folky-soul by the beach, jazz at the casino, stadium headliners. Sound good? Then crank it up!
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11 Jan 2026
The Sunday BBQ with Marshall O'Kell and More (ALL AGES)
The Sunday Blues BBQ is back! FIRE UP punters for a Bluesy BBQ Bonanza on Sunday Jan 11 to help celebrate the launch of Marshall & the Fro’s forthcoming Album “Hillbilly Disco”, a sure treat for fans of the Fro as they deliver a blend of new music and hits on the back of years of national touring and festival appearances. Joining them is a stellar opening line-up to get the blood pumping, a rocking hot pot of swampy garage stew comprised of Jolle, Boss Stomp and Josh Smith. Nothing better than a dose of healthy Blues over a few beers and tasty treats. Get ya tickets - open to ALL AGES. Doors from 2pm - 6pm. The Blues BBQ at Mo's Desert Clubhouse in Burleigh Heads $20+BF GA or $25 on the door / U18 Tickets at $10 and Under 5s FREE // AA Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a direct parent or guardian Mo's Desert Clubhouse is the Gold Coast's premier destination live music venue in the Burleigh Arts Quarter. El Ranchero Cocktail Garden, located adjacent to Mo's is open for drinks & food before or during the show. All punters will be requested to show ID on the door unless u18 with a parent/guardian
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16 Jan 2026
Jimeoin - Ballyhoo - Broadbeach
Catch Jimeoin for a his unique blend of observational humour, physical expressiveness, and spontaneity.Join Jimeoin as he turns the everyday into the absurd, often riffing on mundane moments.So, get a peek inside one of our great comic minds as he bounces from one quirky thought to anotherSo for a great night of guaranteed laughs, why don't you do something spontaneous and book a ticket to see one of the greats live.Does anyone ever read these things anyway. I'm sure they don't. If you got this far then well done you.
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16 Jan 2026
SPLIT: Pearl Jam & Incubus Tribute
SPLIT: Pearl Jam & Incubus TributeFriday 16 January | The Wallaby Hotel, Mudgeeraba Welcome to the first SPLIT at The Wallaby! a night for anyone who grew up on scratched CDs, dodgy Limewire downloads and way too many band tees. We’re rolling through the best of the 90s and early 00s: Nu Metal, Punk, Grunge and all that Dad-rock you secretly still love, with live tribute bands and DJs taking overFriday, January 16th. Riot Act will be belting out Pearl Jam like they’ve just walked out of Seattle, and Redefine are bringing those smooth, spacey Incubus vibes that hit a bit too hard after a beer or two. Expect nostalgia. Expect sing-alongs. Expect to yell "Ohhhhhh I'm Still Alive" Can't make the event? Sell your tickets through ourresale partner Tixel!
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From now until 16 Jan 2026 (Annual)
Candlelight: A Tribute to Ed Sheeran
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gold Coast. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ed Sheeran at The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info 📍 Venue: The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 30 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted 👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ♿ Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible. Please see our FAQs linked below regarding wheelchair seating. ❓ View the FAQs for this event here 🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone 🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here 🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Gold Coast 🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here Programme Shape of You Perfect Bad Habits Lego House Galway Girl Thinking Out Loud Happier The A Team Beautiful People Afterglow Photograph Shivers Castle on the Hill Program subject to change Performers String quartet - Paradiso Strings Seating Map
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16 Jan 2026
A Mamma Mia Party Miami - Gold Coast
✨🕺🏽CHIQUITITA, TELL ME WHAT'S WRONG 💃🏻✨ ⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎ MAMMA MIA PARTY 16 JAN 2026 MIAMI MARKETTA GOLD COAST DOORS @ 7PM 18+ ⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎ Attention all Dancing Queens, Super Troupers, Chiquititas and Fernandos… It’s time to say Thank You for the Music with us at our Mamma Mia tribute party!! 🌸 Let your mother know that you’re going out because we’ll be partying like it's Our Last Summer as our Best of Both Worlds DJs play all the best ABBA songs from Mamma Mia + Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again! Plus we’ll be spinning all the best show tunes from other musicals & throwback hits - you’ll be dancing, jiving + having the time of your life! ✨🕺🏽💃🏻 So what’s The Name of the Game? Call up Donna + The Dynamos.. because Knowing Me, Knowing you One of Us should get onto tickets ASAP! 🏝☀️🎟️ ⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎ SOUNDS LIKE: Mamma Mia! : Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again! : ABBA : Grease : Hairspray : Rocky Horror Picture Show : High School Musical : Wicked : Shrek : Queen : Aladdin : Elton John : Beauty and the Beast : Cher : Whitney Houston : The Greatest Showman : Robbie Williams : Neil Diamond + HEAPS MORE! Please note this is an appreciation night to celebrate the music of Mamma Mia! Musical movies on a dancefloor! Best of Both Worlds is not affiliated with Mamma Mia! and the musical will not be performed nor screened at this event. Please read our company T&Cs carefully prior to purchasing your ticket - https://bit.ly/PurchaseTCs Please note: Our events may feature moving and flashing lights. If you have photosensitivity or any related concerns, feel free to reach out to us with any questions!
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From now until 16 Jan 2026 (Annual)
Candlelight: Tribute to Ed Sheeran
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gold Coast. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ed Sheeran at The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info 📍 Venue: The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 30 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts. 👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ♿ Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible. Please see our FAQs linked below regarding wheelchair seating. ❓ View the FAQs for this event here 🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone 🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here 🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Gold Coast 🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here Programme Shape of You Perfect Bad Habits Lego House Galway Girl Thinking Out Loud Happier The A Team Beautiful People Afterglow Photograph Shivers Castle on the Hill Program subject to change Performers String quartet - Paradiso Strings Seating Map Black FridayBlack Friday
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17 Jan 2026
Brett Blake - Gold Coast
In 2002 Brett Blake was charged with inciting a riot, disorderly conduct and assaulting a public officer. Is he guilty? You be the judge.He was 16 years old and facing a maximum prison sentence of 10 years.What happened next surprised him, his parents, his lawyers, the neighbours and even the judge.This is a story of the importance of second chances, the hypocritical expectations we have of young people, and how your number one enemy might just end up being your biggest champion.Only Brett can manage to make a story of police brutality, learning disabilities, questionable 90's parenting and growing up in a suburb "funny".In 2025 Brett toured 'Little Turd' to sold out crowds across Australia, smashed his Edinburgh Fringe run, and was nominated for best show at The Melbourne Comedy Festival.This is your last chance to find out what everyone has been raving about! Do not miss out.Seen on 2024 Melbourne Comedy Festival Gala, Question Everything, Spicks and Specks and co-host of Work Hates Podcast.Directed by Tom Ballard.
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17 Jan 2026
A Night at The Balcony w/ Slimboy, Tvrks, Jai Taylor, Toolow & Budson!
Caldera Collective steps onto The Balcony @ Cooly Hotel for a late-night takeover built for true bass lovers. We're excited to welcome our special guest, Jai Taylor - Up N coming artist/producer. A key figure in the Northern Rivers underground, Jai’s multi-genre productions and selections have been lighting up dancefloors with that unmistakable forward-thinking sound. Backing the charge our resident Dj's, Tvrks, Budson, Slimboy & Toolow are coming at you with their signature high-energy rolling & jump-up Drum and Bass & groovy Uk Garage grooves. Each pushing their own direction of broken drums and sub-driven basslines. This marks Caldera’s first Balcony session. So that means we are transforming the space into a dark, immersive, heads-only environment built for movement, not chatter. No frills. No filler. We are getting down to the fundamentals. Just that proper UK sound. All night. Capacity is tight. Secure a ticket, lock the date, and meet us on the Balcony.
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17 Jan 2026
The Many Mangy Mongrels And The Mighty Men Aboard The Monday Express Tour
Come one, come all! Hop on board The Many Mangy Mongrels and the Mighty Men Aboard the Monday Express Tour! Join Loose Surfaceand FIST as they tear through Vinnies alongside local legends VERD!CTand punk sparkplugs The Drop Beers. Tell ya pop to turn down his Hearing Aids, because we’re about to rock and thrash the Sunshine State like a hurricane!
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17 Jan 2026 - 18 Apr 2026
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
⭐ Candlelightconcerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gold Coast. Buy your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast under the gentle glow of candlelight.General Info 📍 Venue: The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 30 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts. 👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ♿ Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible. Please see our FAQs linked below regarding wheelchair seating. ❓ View the FAQs for this event here 🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone 🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here 🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Gold Coast 🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click hereProgrammeSay You Love MeRhiannonLandslideDreamsDon't StopThe ChainGypsySaraGold Dust WomanGo Your Own WayYou Make Loving FunSongbirdLittle LiesEverywhereBig LoveProgramme subject to changePerformersString quartet - Paradiso StringsSeating MapBlack FridayBlack Friday
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22 Jan 2026
Satellite Mile - The Waters Edge LAUNCH
SATELLITE MILE make their hometown debut, presenting tracks from the debut album “The Water’s Edge” plus additional selections in the iconic surrounds of Mo’s. Like the album, the live performance is a meeting point of traditional and electronic instrumentation. Both adepts at their craft, Ben Love and Geoff Green present a unique tapestry of sinister grooves, off kilter rhythms and cascading chordal movements. Utilising live drums, baritone vocals, electric and acoustic guitars and a small armada of synthesizers this is a show not to be missed. “…this album unfolds like a richly textured cinematic experience…dreamlike, intricate, and strikingly expansive” - Post-Punk Dot Com “The Water’s Edge’ blends the cold pulse of isolationist electronics with deeply human textures, unfolding like a digital fever dream..” - The Point Watch the video for “The Water’s Edge”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw_eeCE_a58 With special guests NIGHTSHADE AND THE FATES and ASTRID NIGHTSHADE AND THE FATES (NATF) are a post punk/alternative rock versus gothic/dark wave band. As a 5 piece band, they ride the night waves with a palette of eclectic and experimental sonic sounds, bringing layered walls of guitar and synth. NATF have a signature onstage presence and hone the audience to deliver an emotive, energetic performance reminiscent of the early 80s. They only come out at night! ASTRID is a solo artist with a distinctive voice and a natural gift for honest, emotional storytelling. Her music blends folk, pop, and rock into something uniquely her own, warm, alternative, and quietly powerful. Through expressive guitar work and thoughtful arrangements, Astrid creates a soundscape that is atmospheric and subtly melancholic, offering a space where listeners can breathe, reflect, and feel. Doors at 7pm. Food truck and back deck open for pre-show warmups from 6pm. Satellite Mile Mo's Desert Clubhouse (GOLD COAST) Thursday 22 January 2026 // 7pm doors $20 inc BF online GA or $25 on the door // 18+ Mo's is Burleigh Heads' most loved music venue, licensed bars, creative studios and cultural hub. The Warehouse & El Ranchero both boast epic bar menus, cocktails and craft beers. Mo's is a fully licensed venue, all guests are required to show ID on entry. Tickets will only be refunded through event cancellation or production of a medical certificate within 24hrs of show doors.
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23 Jan 2026
Faith No More and Rage Against The Machine TRIBUTE SHOW
Faith No More and Rage Against The Machine tributes with special guest opener It has been a year since The Worm Turns performed at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse. They’re returning with their good friends Rage Rebellion—the most authentic RATM tribute you will ever witness with Dreams of Indigo to open. Come to mosh or sing along to your favourite FNM tracks from The Real Thing, Angel Dust, King For A Day and Album Of The Year. Stay for all the RATM hits and deep cuts in a bangin’ 90-min set by Rage Rebellion. Before the nostalgia sets in, make sure you’re there early to experience fresh new music via the opener! Doors at 7pm. Food truck and back deck open for pre-show warmups from 6pm. Faith No More and Rage Against The Machine TRIBUTE SHOW Mo's Desert Clubhouse Friday 23 January 2026 // 7pm doors $20 + BF online GA or $30 on the door // 18+ Mo's is Burleigh Heads' most loved music venue, licensed bars, creative studios and cultural hub. The Warehouse & El Ranchero both boast epic bar menus, cocktails and craft beers. Mo's is a fully licensed venue, all guests are required to show ID on entry. Tickets will only be refunded through event cancellation or production of a medical certificate within 24hrs of show doors.
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25 Jan 2026
The Alanis Morissette Experience - 90's Event
Alanis Morissette Experience 'Staggered Little Spill' lands at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse on Sun Jan 25, celebrating 30 years of Jagged Little Pill - setting up a massive Sunday Session on the eve of the Monday Aus Day holiday. The afternoon kicks off with support from 90’s rock band The Karens featuring Dave Eastgate of 'Boner Contention', bringing wall-to-wall 90’s rock bangers, big guitars and huge chaos to fire up the room, before Staggered Little Spill take the stage for a full-throttle live tribute fronted by GC rock royalty Amy Young backed by an all-star band. Unleashing every raw, angsty, cathartic anthem including You Oughta Know, Ironic, Hand in My Pocket, You Learn, Perfect, Head Over Feet, Thank U, Uninvited, Right Through You & more, the crew deliver loud, nostalgic, sweaty 90’s rock built for a proper public holiday eve sing-your-face-off Sunday Sesh! Doors at 4pm. The Alanis Morissette Experience - 90's Event Mo's Desert Clubhouse (GOLD COAST) Sunday 25 January 2026 // 4pm doors $20+BF online GA or $25 on the door // 18+ Mo's is Burleigh Heads' most loved music venue, licensed bars, creative studios and cultural hub. The Warehouse & El Ranchero both boast epic bar menus, cocktails and craft beers. Mo's is a fully licensed venue, all guests are required to show ID on entry. Tickets will only be refunded through event cancellation or production of a medical certificate within 24hrs of show doors.
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30 Jan 2026
Tom Harrington - Live in GOLD COAST (debut album tour)
All Ages show! ** Free for kids 12 and under!Tom Harrington’s debut album ‘Barely the Same’ is finally here and is touring around the whole of Australia to celebrate! A new beginning built of lessons learnt the hard way.Tom has lived in his van the past 3 years carving out a reputable place in the Australian music scene, supporting acts like Boy & Bear, Ziggy Alberts, The Dreggs, Kim Churchill, Felipe Baldomir, Bears Den (UK) & Steph Strings and left footprints on the stages of Byron Bluesfest, Gympie Music Muster and Airlie Beach Music FestivalLoveStreet is a creative dream, inspired by the Australian coastline and sharing our love for coffee, food, good times and fundamentally - the ocean. Born into beachside KIRRA, LoveStreet dedicates itself to holding a space for the people - delivering the ultimate vibe.LoveStreet is a space for all; part cafe, part gallery, part store, part surf shop. With an abundance of space we welcome your crew, your kids and your doggos.
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30 Jan 2026
Actual Life: Fred Again Appreciation Party - Gold Coast
No Future Presents: ACTUAL LIFE FRED AGAIN.. APPRECIATION NIGHT FRIDAY 30TH JANUARY 2026 MIAMI MARKETTA GOLD COAST DOORS AT 7PM 18+ Join us for a huge night of No Future DJs spinning all eras of Fred + other alt EDM till late 🌐 Please note this is an appreciation night to celebrate the music of Fred again.. on a dancefloor – No Future is not affiliated with Fred again.. and they will not be performing at this event SOUNDS LIKE: FRED AGAIN.., SKRILLEX, FOUR TET, DOM DOLLA, JAIME XX, FLUME, DISCLOSURE, BARRY CAN’T SWIM, FISHER, JOY ANONYMOUS, ROMY, BICEP, SALUTE, LOGIC1000, MALL GRAB, DJ SEINFELD, OVERMONO, SKIN ON SKIN, PARTIBOI69, JAMESJAMESJAMES, NIA ARCHIVES & MORE Our events may feature moving and flashing lights. If you have photosensitivity or any related concerns, feel free to reach out to us with any questions! Please read the Plus One Co. company T&Cs carefully prior to purchasing your ticket - https://bit.ly/PurchaseTCs
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30 Jan 2026
After Hourz SZN3
After Hourz returns for "SZN3". Louder, bolder, and more immersive than ever. We're pushing boundaries with elevated live performances, insane DJ, and a room full of movement, music, and raw energy, transforming the night into a world of live performance, curated sound, and raw movement. Immersive, elevated, and unforgettable. Expect a warehouse-style atmosphere where dance, sound, and culture collide after dark. This isn’t just a party, it’s a space to perform, connect, and lose yourself in the moment. If you know, you know. If you don’t… it’s time. Welcoming the whole community, Do not miss After Hourz "SZN3" Doors at 7pm. Food truck and back deck open for pre-show warmups from 6pm. After Hourz SZN3 Mo's Desert Clubhouse Friday 30 January 2026 // 7pm doors $45+BF online GA or $50 on the door // 18+ Mo's is Burleigh Heads' most loved music venue, licensed bars, creative studios and cultural hub. The Warehouse & El Ranchero both boast epic bar menus, cocktails and craft beers. Mo's is a fully licensed venue, all guests are required to show ID on entry. Tickets will only be refunded through event cancellation or production of a medical certificate within 24hrs of show doors.
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