Art
Dive into the creative side of surf culture at Love Street's film photography exhibition
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Dive into the creative side of surf culture at Love Street’s film photography exhibition

As smartphone technology continues to advance each year, capturing life's precious moments has become more convenient than ever. However, amidst the sea of digital snapshots, there's a timeless appeal to the art of capturing a single shot on film. In recent years, film photography has experienced a resurgence, and now, Love Street is joining forces with Surfolk and Pura Film Lab to celebrate this enduring craft with a film night to remember. more

Art
Stock up on ceramics and homewares at Stone Studio's North County Makers Market
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Stock up on ceramics and homewares at Stone Studio’s North County Makers Market

Stone Studio is known as the place to get your hands dirty. Leading a resurgence in the artform of clay creations, the team have built two open studios in Kingscliff and Currumbin Waters where you can create art as well as form new connections. Now the latter location is opening the door to those who appreciate art but like to keep their digits clean, by hosting the North County Makers Market – a place to buy one-of-a-kind artisan wares. more

Art
The NOOSA alive! Festival reveals its stacked ten-day program
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The NOOSA alive! Festival reveals its stacked ten-day program

We don't need an excuse to hit the road for a visit to the Sunshine Coast, but if you're looking for an event to tie into your next jaunt north, pencil in a trip to coincide with the NOOSA alive! Festival. The anticipated arts and cultural event has just revealed the program for its 2024 edition, which is taking place across a number of Noosa's stunning seaside venues from July 19–28. Comedy, music, dance – it's all on the cards this year. Here's what's happening ... more

Kids
Powerslide your way to being a pro at Skate Paradise
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Powerslide your way to being a pro at Skate Paradise

Calling all sidewalk shredders! From June 22 to July 7, don your helmets and kneepads, grab your skateboard and head to Paradise Centre in the heart of Surfers Paradise, where a skateboarding mecca awaits. Over the winter school holidays, the beachside venue will be home to a huge skate ramp, skate shows, breakdancing performances, fun kids’ workshops, giveaways, and more. Ready to carve it up? Read on for all of the cool details … more

Current Events
Frozen, an interactive museum and artist markets – all the unmissable events happening in June
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Frozen, an interactive museum and artist markets – all the unmissable events happening in June

Winter has finally come and fortunately, the calendar is packed with exciting events to keep your hibernation impulse at bay. Rug up in your winter warmers and rejoice – food festivals, ballet performances and indie music galore are coming to town. Here are the eight events you won’t want to miss in June across the Gold Coast, Brisbane and its surrounds … more


Markets
Grab your tote bag and draft your dream grocery list – Market Day has arrived at Jones & Co Grocer IGA
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Grab your tote bag and draft your dream grocery list – Market Day has arrived at Jones & Co Grocer IGA

While grocery shopping tends to feel like a chore – nothing beats scoring some fresh produce and artisanal goodies and elevating your weekly meals. In good news for fans of gourmet groceries, Jones & Co Grocer IGA is set to host a new market day experience from Wednesday May 22 to Tuesday May 28. This multi-store event will be transforming Jones & Co Grocer IGA grocers into old-school markets – complete with market prices and bulk bargains. more

Art
Be spellbound by BIG CITY LIGHTS* – an immersive visual spectacle coming to the Gold Coast this winter
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Be spellbound by BIG CITY LIGHTS* – an immersive visual spectacle coming to the Gold Coast this winter

You might find it hard to believe, but there was once a time when the Gold Coast was considered void of culture. Crazy, right?! Thankfully, the times have changed, perceptions have been challenged and the Gold Coast is continuing to thrive, attracting events from all around the world. After a triumphant debut in 2022, BIG CITY LIGHTS* – an immersive festival that brings together light, design, installation and live performance – is making a comeback. Here's everything you need to know ... more

Food
Cult Brisbane bakery Brooki Bakehouse is popping up at QT Gold Coast
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Cult Brisbane bakery Brooki Bakehouse is popping up at QT Gold Coast

Brisbane's TikTok-famous Brooki Bakehouse – the humble, cookie-slinging, macaron-making bakery that has become a viral social-media sensation – is popping up on the Gold Coast this June. The buzzing dessert haven is bringing its goodies south as part of a sweet month-long collaboration with QT Gold Coast, kicking off with an exclusive meet-and-greet event with the bakery's powerhouse owner, Brooke Saward. Here's how to get your mitts on Brooki cookies without heading up the M1 ... more

Community
Slip into holiday mode when you spend a day exploring Queen Street Village in Southport
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Slip into holiday mode when you spend a day exploring Queen Street Village in Southport

We’d love nothing more than to jet off overseas somewhere to eat exceptional food and spend our day in spas or shopping, but the reality is that it's not always possible to escape from our busy lives. Fortunately for us Gold Coasters, there are pockets of paradise right on our doorstep. Nestled in the heart of Southport lies Queen Street Village, an unassuming oasis brimming with possibilities from dawn until dusk. Savour life's simple joys by taking a journey through this vibrant haunt. more

Theatre
Oh snap! Solve the Agatha Christie mystery The Mousetrap live on stage at HOTA
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Oh snap! Solve the Agatha Christie mystery The Mousetrap live on stage at HOTA

Fancy yourself a detective? Step into the world of mystery and suspense with Shake & Stir Theatre Co.'s captivating production of Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap. This iconic murder mystery, which has been thrilling audiences for over seven decades, continues to enthral theatregoers with its timeless intrigue and suspenseful plot. Playing at HOTA from Wednesday May 29 to Sunday June 2, you have the chance to solve the mystery yourself. more

Dance
Don your cowboy hats and sashay away for a rhinestone-studded line-up of entertainment at The Star
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Don your cowboy hats and sashay away for a rhinestone-studded line-up of entertainment at The Star

In case you haven’t heard, country music is having a moment, and The Star Gold Coast is embracing this celebration by hosting two of Australia’s most in-demand country stars to perform Live on the Lawn this May. That's just the beginning of the excitement as we head into the colder months – from disco dancing to dazzling drag, there’s plenty of entertainment to heat things up this season. more

Food
Mum's the word – ace Mother's Day with our round-up of the coast's best events
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Mum’s the word – ace Mother’s Day with our round-up of the coast’s best events

Mother's Day is fast approaching (Sunday May 12, for those who need a little nudge), and if you're keen to treat the leading lady in your life – whether that be your mum, grandma or someone else deserving of a little bit of appreciation – we've done the hard yards to round up a few options. From fancy feasts to pretty picnics, you can thank us later when you're crowned the favourite child. more

Food
Bubbles, beauty treatments and seafood buffets – treat Mum to the ultimate Mother's Day at The Star
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Bubbles, beauty treatments and seafood buffets – treat Mum to the ultimate Mother’s Day at The Star

Mums are usually the ones to remind us when important dates are coming up, but Mother’s Day is the one special day we ought to remember ourselves. When it comes to organising the ultimate day of indulgence for Mum, it's nice to have a little help. Luckily for us, The Star Gold Coast has a bounty of top-notch restaurants to treat your leading lady to a delicious meal, plus some special spa treatments to make Mum feel like the queen she is. Here's a rundown of what's happening ... more

Community
Be a tourist in your own town – ride the G: to these iconic Gold Coast experiences
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Be a tourist in your own town – ride the G: to these iconic Gold Coast experiences

We love it when our interstate mates come to visit, but we also breathe a sigh of relief when holiday crowds peter out and we get to be tourists in our own town. Whether you're a visitor or a local, we’ve rounded up a tonne of fun things to see and do to feel like you’re on holiday all year round. Helping you get there is the always handy G:link, which operates across 19 stops from Helensvale down to Broadbeach South. more