Modern-day tattoo culture is being put on display in Byron Bay this month, with eye-catching pop-up exhibition PERMANENT underway and on display in Popped Space, a new gallery, event and studio in the heart of the new mixed-use Habitat precinct. more
Even though it's still technically winter for another month, it's pretty easy to forget when it's all beautiful blue skies and blissful sunny days! Make the most of this glorious winter weather and get out and about this weekend, from sexy circuses and fabulous foodie events through to live music, there's plenty on offer across this fine city of ours. Here's our pick of top things to do. more
After a wildly popular five-weeks wowing the crowds in Southport, saucy stage show Infamous has announced a season extension – and it's relocating. Following its final show at Broadwater Parklands last Sunday, the Spiegel Big Top is currently being relocated to its new home – the Italo-Australian Club in Clear Island Waters – with shows to commence from Friday August 24. more
Some the region's best Japanese chefs will collaborate for a delicious afternoon of gyoza making, sake appreciation, ramen slurping and more at the Japanese Food Fest on Sunday August 19. If you're keen to learn about and indulge in your favourite Japanese eats and drinks, then you won't want to miss this. more
No matter how fast your social calendar is filling up, live music always comes first – so make some room! There's plenty happening on the music scene across all corners of the Gold Coast, so we've handpicked a diverse list of must-see music gigs, from rule-breaking punks to Fat Boy Slim anthems remixed by an Orchestra. Treat your ears and put these in your iCalendar. more
Don't be alarmed if you see smoke emerging over the Burleigh Heads beachfront on August 25–26, because it's that time again – the Burleigh BBQ Championship is back in town! The mouth-watering aroma of slow-cooked barbecued meats will fill the air as 50 of Australia's best barbecue teams go head to head in Ed Hardy Park. more
Northern New South Wales is widely renowned in the country’s culinary conversations, and there's really no better way to experience the richness and diversity of the region than at Sample Food Festival on Saturday September 1, the ultimate one-day foodie event. more
Music lovers, get your ears ready. An impressive line-up has been confirmed for this year's Mullum Music Festival and you definitely need to be there. Clear your schedule from November 15–18, because this is one three-day street festival certainly worth jumping in the car for. more
Honesty and authenticity in writing is the most important thing to me, and I think that it’s important to embrace the light and the dark because you never fully have one or the other in life either ...~ Lauren Mayberry more
Guys and gals, block out Saturday September 1 in your diaries – there's a super-fun gig happening but we can't tell you where it is, who will be there (possibly Batman?) or anything about it. It's called the Southport Secret Show. Intrigued? You should be. more
Gold Coast, prepare yourself for a sensory overload – GLOW is back! For the first time the open-air festival of lights will be held over three (yes, three!) action-packed nights from August 9–11, illuminating the entire HOTA precinct with after-dark digital art, immersive installations, enchanting performances, live music and delicious food. This is going to be a visual feast like no other. more
While we generally prefer summer, the silver lining of these cooler months is belly-warming meals, bold wines and fun events like Varsity Winterfest. Yep, it's back again for another year, so don the winter woolies and get yourself lake side on Saturday August 4. more
If you're into barbecued meats, love live roots music and good old-fashioned fun, then you'd best insert Friday August 17 and Saturday August 18 into your diary – the Bangalow BBQ & Bluegrass Festival is back and it's bigger, better and juicier than ever. more
The Byron Writers Festival is back for another year, with more than 140 writers, thinkers and commentators forming part of the event's thrilling three-day program, which is set to shine the light on local emerging writers and literary icons from afar. Prepare to be inspired. more
Two things we love – going to the flicks and sipping frothies. You too? See, that's why we like you. We also like the team at Burleigh Brewing Co. because on Thursday July 26 they are launching the Burleigh Brewing Outdoor Cinema. Yes, a cinema in a brewery. more
The coast's craft beer scene is bubbling away in spectacular fashion, with local brewers (we're looking at you Black Hops, Balter and Lost Palms) making a splash on a national scale. Sunday August 5 is your chance to experience the goodness from the region's best brewers under one roof with the Marketta Keg Party - A Festival of Craft Beer at Miami Marketta. more
Luxury Cabarita hotel Halcyon House is shining the light on winter's best produce by hosting a gourmet weekend this August with celebrated culinary identity Danielle Alvarez, the head chef of acclaimed Paddington restaurant Fred's. more
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The esteemed Sydney Dance Company is bringing its latest masterpiece to the Gold Coast next month, with two exclusive performances of its electrifying new show ab[intra] hitting the HOTA stage from July 25–26. If you thought you knew what the human body was capable of, think again. more
It may have nearly two millennia of history, but how much do you really know about sake? Whether you're a total novice (like us) or you fancy yourself a bit of a connoisseur, nab yourself a seat at Yamagen's interactive Sake Dinner on June 28 and learn from real-life Sake Masters straight from Japan. more
Shaking up an intoxicating cocktail of circus and cabaret, the saucy stage show Infamous and its sexy Spiegel Big Top is rolling into town to deliver night after night of wild and skilful debauchery, sass and plenty of bare skin. more
In a major coup for the city's cultural scene, fearless pioneer and world-renowned avant-garde artist, composer, musician and film director Laurie Anderson will be on the Gold Coast this month as the first International Artist in Residence at HOTA. Known as one of the world’s most prolific and unique performance artists, Laurie is staging a series of must-see free and ticketed performances next weekend – here's what is in store. more
