Let your hair down and soak in the soulful sounds at The Star Gold Coast this March, with some of Australia’s most in-demand DJs and live performers headlining a season of free music at Live on the Lawn and Atrium Bar. All you need to do is grab a cocktail and get ready to dance. more
Wherever you are in the world, a trip to the local market can tell you more about a city than any guide book ever could. Miami Marketta is the melting pot of markets on the Gold Coast and it’s just announced a new market supporting local artists and designers. We’re gathering all the tote bags we own for a fun late-night shop. more
Summer may be on the way out but we haven’t felt a cool change just yet, so we’ll be spending these next few weeks soaking up all the balmy nights that we can. The Star Gold Coast has all of your sun-kissed afternoons sorted throughout February, with margaritas flowing and gifts to take home. Whether you choose to recline on the Deck or sprawl out on the Lawn, there’s a sunny spot for everyone to stretch out the summer vibes. more
With holidays fizzling out and students gearing up to go back to school, we all look to that final long weekend in January before we really start to settle into the year ahead. Luckily Southport Sharks has an unforgettable long weekend planned for all ages to enjoy, serving up Aussie classics, playing Aussie rock and inviting some real Aussie mates. more
This summer is jam-packed with hot-to-trot happenings – and you could say we are more than just a little bit excited. One event that is guaranteed to kick 2024 off with a bang is The Star Gold Coast’s Magic Millions Carnival and Raceday, which is returning to Broadbeach on Saturday January 13 with a sizzling showcase of heart-pumping action and killer entertainment. Saddle up for a good time and read on for a sneak peek of what's in store ... more
Summer has arrived and 2024 is coming in hot – so it's time to lean into the season, let your hair down and treat your ears to some sweet beats. The Star Gold Coast has all of your sun-kissed afternoons and balmy nights sorted throughout December, with some of Australia's most in-demand DJs and live performers headlining a sizzling summer of free music at Live on the Lawn. All you need to do is grab a cocktail and get ready to dance. more
There's no better feeling than that sweet spot from mid December to early January when summer-holiday mode kicks in – all of the days just effortlessly merge into one, and you can do what you want, when you want. Cocktails and karaoke on a Tuesday night? Sure. Dancing into the wee hours of Thursday morning? 'Tis the season. Thankfully, iconic sipping spot Atrium Bar at The Star Gold Coast is keeping the party going this summer, with a stacked calendar of fun and free entertainment rolling out seven nights a week from December 18 to January 9. more
While Christmas has the spotlight right now, New Year's Eve is hot on its heels – so it's time to start firming up your party plans. Southport Sharks will once again be a buzzing hub for New Year's Eve revellers of all ages, and this year there's a little bit of everything on the cards. Think a carnival-themed cocktail party, boogie-worthy retro tunes, a laid-back Hawaiian soiree and not one but two fireworks extravaganzas. more
The silly season is almost upon us, and what better way to enter it than by attending the greatest bingo show on earth? Packed with colourful confetti, lip-sync battles and crack-up comedy (and some amazing prizes, to boot), Bingo Loco is the world’s largest bingo rave. If you fancy yourself a bit of a bingo connoisseur or you just like to try your luck at winning big, prepare to daub and dance the night away at The Star Gold Coast on Friday December 8. more
Pumpkin-spiced drinks have made a comeback, ghoulish costumes are flying off the store shelves and you can even spot a decoration or two in suburban streets. We've either entered a John Carpenter movie or ... it's Halloween! Our favourite spooky time of the year makes October a little more festive yet frightening. If you're keen to get your freak on, then you should shimmy your spooky derrière to these Halloween events ahead of October 31. more
It's almost here – Melbourne Cup is back on Tuesday November 7! To celebrate the race that stops the nation, Southport Sharks is hosting a vast selection of soirees. Whether you're a racing enthusiast, have the day off work or you're simply looking for an excuse to dress up to the nines, Southport Sharks has something special in store for everyone ... more
Hold on to your horses Gold Coast, as BLEACH* Festival is just around the corner! Taking over our beautiful beachside city from August 3–13, this year's BLEACH* is showcasing 300 artists, 218 performances and 38 events including two world premieres across five hubs. We've rounded up some of the most exciting events happening at this year's festival – from tributes to Jodi Mitchell's iconic album and LGBTQIA+ discos to shed gigs in the hinterland and huge rollerskating shows. Dive in for our top picks ... more
Fans of froth rejoice – Crafted Beer Festival is back for not one but two huge days of goodness at the idyllic beachside precinct of Kurrawa Park in Broadbeach from September 9–10. As well as a whistle-wetting line-up of hot-off-the-canning-line brews, the festival boasts sizzling entertainment and fun activities like live music, comedy acts and beer yoga. Here are some of the jolly ventures you can undertake at this year's Crafted Beer Festival ... more
In a world viewed through the lens of social media and filters, many of us are often left contemplating the human experience. HOTA's UNDERGROUND Festival is giving artists, creatives and audiences the chance to take risks, explore ideas and consider what makes us human. Over three winter nights, audiences will have the opportunity to occupy HOTA's intimate spaces and explore the obscurity of life and raw emotion, seeking to understand what enrages and liberates us. Fuelled by big ideas and homegrown contemporary artists, here is a peek at what you can expect at UNDERGROUND from July 13–15. more
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
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
Beers, bites and beats – the ideal weekend trifecta, if you're asking us. This is exactly what you can expect to find at Stone & Wood's annual fiesta, Festival of the Stone, on Saturday June 3. Byron Bay, here we come! more
There's nothing better than a block party. Wait, scratch that – there's nothing better than a carpark fiesta! On Saturday March 25, that’s exactly the type of celebration that the crew behind Tugun Market Co is hosting – and you're invited along for the ride. You can expect an afternoon where food trucks serve up flavourful fare, cocktails are poured out of a retro caravan and smooth tunes fill the air. more
Picture this – it's a perfect Autumn day and you're dressed to the nines on a superyacht cruising through the Broadwater. The atmosphere is only made better with a soundtrack of absolute bangers from indie electro-pop party starters Confidence Man filling the air. The last thing left to do? Cheers to a particularly primo Saturday over cocktails with your mates as the ocean breeze kisses your sun-dappled skin. If this sounds like your ideal weekend activity, then we think you should hop aboard YOT Club's Autumn Launch event. more
Picture this – it's a warm summer's day and blue skies stretch as far as the eye can see. You and your pals have already hit the beach for an early morning ocean dip and are ready to channel sun-yellow and crisp white resort vibes as you strut your stuff with a seemingly bottomless glass of Veuve Clicquot in hand. Live music fills the air, and you breathe in the classic summer scent of freshly mown grass, spending the day sipping and snacking in splendour. Sounds pretty ideal, right? Luckily for all of you champagne-sipping, summer-loving folks out there, Gold Coast Turf Club is bringing this dreamy day to life, with Clicquot in the Sun shaping up to be the event during the 2023 Summer Racing Carnival. Intrigued? Here's everything you need to know ... more
