It's time to put Mariah Carey's Christmas album on repeat and let your hair down – the festive season is well and truly here! All of the Christmas markets, carols and more are in full swing this weekend, so there will be plenty of opportunities to get into the spirit. Plus, there's a heap of live gigs, foodie events, action at HOTA and more! Take a peek at this handy rundown of what's on across all corners of the Gold Coast. more
When summer rolls around, an air of excitement always hits. There's a little extra spring in your step and the cheer stretches from ear to ear – and it's all in anticipation of the year's end and being able to spend time with family and friends. From December 1–15, HOTA is capturing the thrill of spending summer 'at home' on the Gold Coast by hosting one of the biggest event series' the arts and culture precinct has ever seen. Staying put this summer? You'll be glad you did. more
This Thursday September 12, a pop-up exhibition called Collective Minds will be revealed to the public with one clear vision in mind – to shine a light on mental health by using photography as the catalyst for conversation. The exhibition is a collaboration between Gold Coast charity LIVIN and Robina Town Centre, and will feature courageous works by some of the Gold Coast's best emerging and celebrated photographers. more
Bleach* Festival is back again with a thrilling site-specific contemporary arts and culture program, featuring everything from incredible art installations to breathtaking live productions and goosebump-worthy music performances. From April 17–28, the Gold Coast will be fully immersed in all-things Bleach*, and while the entire festival program is worthy of the spotlight, we’ve picked out our top five events not to miss. From huge choral ensembles through to live theatre performances witnessed from the comfort of your own car, take a look below to see our favourites for this year’s festival. more
A mesmerising new stage show called Wild Skies will take flight on the Gold Coast in January – and the stars of the show will surely make your heart flutter. The cast is made up of 45 pelicans, owls, parrots, macaws, majestic wedge-tailed eagles and more, forming a talented ensemble that will take audiences on a journey through the past, present and future of flight. more
An eclectic exhibition celebrating three decades of rock music and culture is kicking off at HOTA this summer, and you'll definitely want a piece of the action. The exhibition, Let there be rock!, opens true to style on Saturday December 8 with a beer garden, free rock anthems, and a Q&A with those who lived through the Gold Coast's heyday of live and loud rock music. more
Live your best life. Now, that's a set of words that are thrown around a lot these days, but how many of us actually do live our best lives? When the time comes that you stumble across your significant other, you're kind of expected to settle down, buy a house, save whatever little money is left after mortgage repayments and, you know, just generally scale back our lives completely to prepare for the future. Sound familiar? Well, the folks at Smith Collective, the coast's revolutionary new rental community, want to flip the script on 'adulting' for couples. We're in the know (it's our job), so Smith Collective teamed up with yours truly to let you know all about the best upcoming events and must-do foodie experiences across the Gold Coast. Forget Netflix and toasties on the couch – this is how you do it. more
The exhibition to showcase the finalists in the coveted Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award 2018 will officially launch at HOTA this weekend. The winner of the prestigious award, considered one of the most important accolades for contemporary Australian photographic practice, will be announced at the exhibition's launch on Friday October 19. You've got until November 25 to experience this visual feast. more
Get excited – spring has almost sprung! You know what that means? It's time to roll out the astro turf for the Gold Coast's biggest gardening expo, Botanical Bazaar. All the green thumbs and plant lovers out there, be sure to put Sunday September 16 in your diary – you do not want to miss this. more
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
The Gold Coast oft gets a pretty crummy wrap from uninformed out-of-towners who still scoff into their soy latte at the very mention of the Gold Coast, believing the city is nothing more than surf, Schoolies and theme parks. But the truth is that we, its residents, know that those outdated stereotypes couldn't be further from the truth. We are Gold Coast: works from the Gallery at HOTA is a brand-new exhibition that shines a light on the city's evolution. more
Wow, what a week! Festival 2018 has well and truly delivered the goods, from culinary celebrations to colourful cultural displays and contortionism – we've seen it all! If you're yet to venture in to check out all of the action, there's plenty still to come across all areas of the Gold Coast. Hold onto your hats folks because week two is set to be jam-packed with fun things to see and do, here is our pick of top five must-see events from April 9 to 14. more
When was the last time you went and got a roll of film developed? You probably don't even remember ... that's what your iPhone is for, right? Well, there's an exclusive exhibition hitting the coast in a few weeks time that will challenge that theory. CLIK CLAK by The Indisposable Concept is the first of a series of city-specific pop-up exhibitions created with disposable cameras, and it kicks off right here on the Gold Coast on Friday October 6. more
Calling all Marvel blockbuster fans, film buffs, art lovers and appreciators of fictional masterpieces (that covers most of you) – there's a new exhibition launching at the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) this weekend and it's going to blow your mind. More than 500 pieces from Marvel Entertainment's archives and private collections will form part of Marvel: Creating the Cinematic Universe, which will run at the iconic Brisbane gallery from May 27 until September 3. more
Considered one of the most important annual surveys of contemporary photographic practice in Australia, the Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award for 2016 will be announced at the exhibition launch at Gold Coast City Gallery on Saturday June 25. more
The Yugambeh Mobo Festival, the Gold Coast's biggest celebration of Aboriginal bush foods, stories, music, language, art and culture, is back again this Sunday May 29 at Somerset College in Mudgeeraba. more
While a 50-foot yacht may not be a realistic life goal for everyone, the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is your chance to step aboard and dream about what it might be like to own one of those magnificent vessels. more
In a world that can sometimes be a little dark, the latest group exhibition at 19 Karen Contemporary Artspace is looking on the bright side and celebrating all things that make people happy. more
Whether you’re newly engaged, hope to be soon or planning your big day, mark Saturday January 9 in your diary because the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa’s Annual Wedding Showcase is happening and you won’t want to miss it. more
Whether you love them or hate them, there’s no denying that tattoos have left a lasting impression on society. A Permanent Mark: the impact of tattoo culture on contemporary art exhibition explores this influence and celebrates the industry's raised status as a legitimate art form. more
