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Country music tunes and fast cars – ride the G: to these unmissable spring events in October
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Country music tunes and fast cars – ride the G: to these unmissable spring events in October

Spring has sprung, the flowers are blooming and the days are getting longer and hotter. Don't you love it? So you can get in the spirit, we have hand-picked a fun selection of events happening across the Gold Coast this October, from family-friendly art exhibitions and revved-up car races to country music festivals and high teas. Helping you get there is the always handy G:link, which operates across 19 stops from Helensvale down to Broadbeach South. more

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WONDER is back at HOTA for ten days of awe-inspiring events, concerts and activations
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WONDER is back at HOTA for ten days of awe-inspiring events, concerts and activations

HOTA is set to awe, amaze and inspire this spring with the return of its much-loved WONDER Festival. Set to dazzle from October 6–15, the annual event invites visitors to celebrate the changing of the season with a spectacular selection of art and performance in the outdoors. This year's line-up is a delight for all of your senses, with a jam-packed program of free and ticketed events headlined by the dazzling large-scale installation Borealis by Dan Acher, which will illuminate the night sky and envelop HOTA's Outdoor Stage with colour, light and sound. Here's everything you need to know about the vibrant festival ... more

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Skateboard comps and Roller Discos – Distillery Road Market unveils its jam-packed August program
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Skateboard comps and Roller Discos – Distillery Road Market unveils its jam-packed August program

We all know and love Distillery Road Market for its mouth-watering mix of fresh produce and enticing eats, alongside the spectacular selection of small-batch producers, local artisans and vintage goods. This month the lifestyle, food and entertainment hub has returned with a pleasing line-up of markets, alongside two super-fun nights of events, including a Roller Disco and a pulse-accelerating skateboard competition. So don your skates and elbow pads and let's roll into all of the details ... more

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Check in to Paradise Centre for a front-row seat to the Pacific Airshow
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Check in to Paradise Centre for a front-row seat to the Pacific Airshow

In case you missed the exciting news, the Pacific Airshow is flying into Surfers Paradise from August 18–20. The best seats in the house are at none other than Paradise Centre, which is celebrating the aviation event with Paradise Air, an airshow extravaganza that promises non-stop thrills, flavoursome fare, fabulous freebies and even some feathered friends. Ready to board? Leave your passport at home and come along with us to this beachside plane party. more

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North Stradbroke Island comes alive with four days of colour, creativity and community events for the Straddie Arts Trail
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North Stradbroke Island comes alive with four days of colour, creativity and community events for the Straddie Arts Trail

North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) is well known for being an oasis for sun-soaked summer adventures, snorkeling, surfing, whale watching and weekends away. Alongside its natural beauty, North Straddie also boasts a rich history of arts and culture, which is showcased in its talented local artists and makers. You can witness this talent in the flesh from August 11–14 with the return of the Straddie Arts Trail. Keep reading to discover all of the details ... more


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A century of art and a beachside beer festival – the best events to grab tickets to on the Gold Coast
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A century of art and a beachside beer festival – the best events to grab tickets to on the Gold Coast

If you can believe it, we're already halfway through 2023. While that might petrify some, it has us feeling positively thrilled – as there are a bunch of exciting events about to descend upon the Gold Coast. A must-see exhibition is about to open at HOTA Gallery, BLEACH* Festival is back for its 12th year and a beachside beer celebration is set to wet whistles. Here are some of the best events to make sure you've got a ticket to over the next couple of months ... more

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Soak Bathhouse launches Soak & Sound nights featuring live tunes by the hot spas
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Soak Bathhouse launches Soak & Sound nights featuring live tunes by the hot spas

It's pretty chilly here in Queensland, and while it's all well and good to flick on the reverse-cycle air conditioner and layer up on blankets, we know of another way to get warm this winter – a visit to Soak Bathhouse in Mermaid Beach. The communal bathhouse is taking things to sizzling new heights as the mercury drops with the launch of it Soak & Sound nights, transforming the space into a harmonious haven full of live musicians and hot drinks. more

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Buckle up for the biggest-ever BLEACH* Festival featuring 38 events over 11 jam-packed days
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Buckle up for the biggest-ever BLEACH* Festival featuring 38 events over 11 jam-packed days

Gearing up for its 12th year, BLEACH* Festival is marking the milestone with its most ambitious program to date – 300 artists, 218 performances and 38 events including two world premieres across five hubs. Go ahead and block out your calendar from August 3–13, because you're not going to want to miss a minute of the fun. Here's what the 2023 iteration of the Gold Coast's premier arts and cultural festival has in store ... more

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Brews, bites and beats – Crafted Beer Festival is back for two days of froth-filled fun by the beachside
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Brews, bites and beats – Crafted Beer Festival is back for two days of froth-filled fun by the beachside

Love beer, cider and all things boozy and bubbly? This next piece of news is for you – Crafted Beer Festival is back for another year, and you can take your pick from 400 delectable drops from more than 50 of the nation's best craft breweries, cideries and seltzer makers. The 2023 edition is raising the bar to be frothier than ever, taking over Kurrawa Park in Broadbeach on September 9 and 10. Here's a taste of what's on offer ... more

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Sweet treats, sip spots and ski parks – ten places to visit in Logan this Easter long weekend
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Sweet treats, sip spots and ski parks – ten places to visit in Logan this Easter long weekend

If your local haunts are starting to feel a little less inspiring, why not hop in the car and discover a city not so far beyond the coast's boundaries. With the Easter long weekend only days away, take the opportunity to experience Logan like you never have before. From real-life chocolate factories to sumptuous sip spots, here are ten top-notch spots to visit this Easter long weekend in Logan ... more