Gold Coast Events & Festivals

Thu 23 May 2013 - Sun 26 May 2013

This year having the blues is sure to make you smile. The multi-award winning Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival is back! Visit Broadbeach on the Gold Coast to see some of the world's best..

Thu 23 May 2013 - Sun 26 May 2013

The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is a four-day event held annually at Sanctuary Cove. It is a key event on the Asia-Pacific Boat Show calendar, attracting more than 40,000..

Sat 25 May 2013 - Sun 26 May 2013

Lifeline is preparing for their massive AUD2 Clothing Sale. The sale will see over 9.8 tonnes of clothing generously donated, with great bargains for the whole family at Parklands..

Sun 26 May 2013 - Sun 26 May 2013

Come and see round 10 of the ANZ Championship Netball being played at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. See the Mission Queensland Firebirds take on the reigning premiers..

Fri 31 May 2013 - Mon 10 Jun 2013

Cooly Rocks On is a Rock and Roll Nostalgia festival held in Coolangatta and Tweed Heads annually. Entry is free, with some ticketed events at participating venues. The theme is rock and..

Sat 08 Jun 2013 - Mon 10 Jun 2013

The Immerse Paddle Festival provides the exclusive qualification pathway for Queensland athletes aiming to compete at the Australian SUP Titles and subsequently, the 2014 International..

Thu 13 Jun 2013 - Sun 16 Jun 2013

The high adrenaline extreme sport of Rodeo is back on the Gold Coast. The best have earned the right to compete. The NFR is not just a Rodeo but a true experience of the outback that is..

Fri 21 Jun 2013 - Sun 23 Jun 2013

Presented by the multi-award winning team that brings you the Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival, saddle up for the inaugural Broadbeach Country Music Festival. You don't need a ticket..

Sat 22 Jun 2013 - Sun 23 Jun 2013

The Offshore Powerboats will be racing for National titles over three classes. This event is held at various locations on the eastern Australian coastline. Offshore Powerboats can travel..

Wed 26 Jun 2013 - Sun 07 Jul 2013

Established in 2004, the d'Arcy Doyle Art Awards, colloquially known "The Doyles", has long since been a favourite with art lovers and artists throughout Australia. It was created to..

Sat 06 Jul 2013 - Sun 07 Jul 2013

The Gold Coast Airport Marathon is staged in one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world in Queensland, Australia. Regarded as one of Australia's premier sporting events, the..

Fri 12 Jul 2013 - Sun 14 Jul 2013

Celebrate the life and style of 'a music man like nobody ever saw' at Elvis Viva Surfers Paradise, a three-day tribute festival honouring The King of Rock 'n' Roll. From Sun Records to..

Sat 13 Jul 2013 - Sat 13 Jul 2013

The beaches of the Sunshine Coast will provide the battleground for the penultimate World Surfaris Coast-of-Origin Interclub Series Regional Challenge, where the best Sunshine Coast..

Sat 27 Jul 2013 - Sat 27 Jul 2013

Christmas cheer comes early with Rivers Xmas in July cruise. Indulge in a hearty Christmas themed buffet whilst cruising the spectacular Gold Coast waterways on this amazing three hour..

Fri 16 Aug 2013 - Sun 18 Aug 2013

Jazz up your life to the rhythm and the beat of the Broadbeach Jazz Festival, presented by the award winning team that brings you the Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival. This completely..

Sun 25 Aug 2013 - Sun 25 Aug 2013

Join Southport Yacht Club to celebrate Dux Anchorage 30th Birthday. Located on South Stradbroke Island, a paradise island right at their door steps. Enjoy a picnic with your family and..

Sun 01 Sep 2013 - Sun 01 Sep 2013

Say 'Thank You' to Dad this Father's Day with an unforgettable dining experience on the water. Cruise Gold Coast's waterways this Fathers Day with Rivers. A luxury vessel will depart from..

Sat 07 Sep 2013 - Sat 07 Sep 2013

Southport Yacht Club's Opening Day of the 67th Boating Season Southport Yacht Club celebrates the Opening of its 67th Boating Season with the Club's Annual Sail Past and Blessing of the..

Sat 28 Sep 2013 - Sat 05 Oct 2013

The Gold Coast Champions Cup is an International youth football tournament staged annually in the September school holidays at the Carrara sports complex on the Gold Coast. The week-long..

Sat 28 Sep 2013 - Sun 29 Sep 2013

The Gold Coast Festival of Cycling was the brainchild created by Robbie McEwen who spent most of his professional career racing through Europe including Tour de France and Gran Fondo's..

Sun 29 Sep 2013 - Fri 04 Oct 2013

Since its inception in 1993, the Australian University Games has grown to be Australia's largest annual multi sport event. Held each September/October, the Games is renowned for providing a..

Sat 05 Oct 2013 - Sun 06 Oct 2013

Champion Ironman Zane Holmes and Surf Boat Promoter Peter Hickey have created the best junior surf lifesaving challenge for under 9's to under 17's on the event calendar being held..

Sat 05 Oct 2013 - Mon 07 Oct 2013

Gold Coast Renaissance Faire is a lively re-creation of a 16th century Elizabethan country fair, with authentic entertainment, costumes, foods, arts and crafts. It is a "living theatre"..

Sun 13 Oct 2013 - Sun 13 Oct 2013

The Tour de Valley is a cycling event following the course proposed for the 2018 Commonwealth Games. It features a Team Cycling Challenge that offers riders of all abilities the opportunity..

Fri 01 Nov 2013 - Sun 03 Nov 2013

The Gold Coast International Marine Expo is held in the Gold Coast Marine Precinct, Coomera. It is a free entry, free car parking event that showcases exhibitors from all the marine..

Sat 02 Nov 2013 - Sun 03 Nov 2013

Surf Boat crews from four states (Queensland/New South Wales/Victoria/South Australia) hit the waves at Surfers Paradise Beach for the start of the Official Season Launch of the Navy..

Tue 05 Nov 2013 - Tue 05 Nov 2013

Catch all the excitement live onboard Gold Coast's best cruising restaurant! Ladies and gents, it's time to celebrate in style on board Rivers luxurious "Voyager". Don your best racing..

Fri 08 Nov 2013 - Mon 11 Nov 2013

The Australian Stand Up and Paddleboard Festival is a unique event designed to expose Australia's elite stand up paddleboard surfers and prone paddlers alike. In conjunction with the ISA..

Sun 10 Nov 2013 - Sun 17 Nov 2013

Southport Yacht Club are proud to be the host Club for the Etchells Australian Titles. Located at Main Beach on the Gold Coast, Queensland. Racing offshore of the Gold Coast shoreline for..

Wed 25 Dec 2013 - Wed 25 Dec 2013

Enjoy a stress free Christmas with your family and friends with Rivers. Cruise along Gold Coast's beautiful waterways on a luxurious Rivers' vessel while you dine on a scrumptious Xmas..

Thu 03 Apr 2014 - Sun 13 Apr 2014

The Gold Coast Film Festival is an annual celebration of screen culture which runs for 11 days. The festival includes: Queensland Showcase - cinema screenings of independent films shot in..

Thu 03 Apr 2014 - Sun 06 Apr 2014

The inaugural Gold Coast International Food, Wine and Music Festival will be a region-wide event, with a central festival site based in Broadbeach. Social functions will be held at various..

Fri 06 Jun 2014 - Mon 16 Jun 2014

The Goldies event will be 10 or so days of activity and adventure aimed squarely at the 50+ demographic. The program will include as its key attractions a Golf Tournament, a Bowls..