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The Star Lisa Hunt
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Dance until your feet hurt to soul queens and DJ megastars at Live on the Lawn this December

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

Kids
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary unveils a new multi-million dollar precinct, Outback Springs
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary unveils a new multi-million dollar precinct, Outback Springs

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has been etched into childhood memories for generations. This week, just in time for the school holidays, the park welcomes Outback Springs, a brand-new precinct that promises a whole new experience for kids. The new multi-million area features a recreation of a traditional outback Queensland farming station with cute animal demonstrations and fun activities.  more

Kids
Wackadoo! Bluey’s World is coming to Brisbane for real life next year
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Wackadoo! Bluey’s World is coming to Brisbane for real life next year

It's the adorable show about the energetic six-year-old Blue Heeler that's captivated the world with its hilariously Aussie take on parenting, and pretty soon, Bluey fans will be able to step inside the Heelers home for real life. In 2024, Brisbane will welcome a ground-breaking immersive experience known as Bluey’s World. Here's everything we know so far ... more

Party
Party seven nights a week over the holidays with Atrium Bar's calendar of non-stop entertainment
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Party seven nights a week over the holidays with Atrium Bar’s calendar of non-stop entertainment

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

Drink
Ring in the new year with a vintage carnival celebration, retro anthems and island vibes, all in the heart of Southport
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Ring in the new year with a vintage carnival celebration, retro anthems and island vibes, all in the heart of Southport

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

Food
From colour-filled discos to all-white parties and flavoursome feasts – celebrate New Year's Eve at The Star
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From colour-filled discos to all-white parties and flavoursome feasts – celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Star

We've reached the point in the year where time is but a construct and before you know it we'll be basking in summer days off work, feasting on Christmas cheer and saying goodbye to the year that was. While it may seem far away, New Year's Eve will be here before you know it, which is why we've hounded The Star to get all the goss on its end-of-year parties. From picnics under the stars to Grey Goose-fuelled soirees and decadent feasts, here are a few ideas on how you can count down to midnight for New Year's Eve 2023. more

Current Events
Shop, spin and sparkle at Paradise Centre this summer
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Shop, spin and sparkle at Paradise Centre this summer

If you've noticed yourself sleepwalking through November, let us provide some gossip that is sure to put a little more pep in your step. From January 2–21, Surfers Paradise dining, retail and entertainment mecca Paradise Centre is offering all summer shopping lovers the chance to win big as part of the sparkling summer campaign. The best bit? All you need to do is go about your usual shopping business for the chance to win a share in some pretty snazzy prizes. Intrigued? Here's everything you need to know ... more

Lean into the festive season at these very merry Gold Coast Christmas events
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Lean into the festive season at these very merry Gold Coast Christmas events

Temps are starting to soar, the shopping centres are teeming with pretend elves clamouring to get those stockings filled, and no matter where you go, there's that little hint of excitement in the air. It truly is the most wonderful time of the year! To add to the buzz, this December is absolutely stacked with Christmas events on the Gold Coast, from carols in the sand to festive wonderlands and magical twilight markets. We've made a list (and checked it twice) of fun festive events to squeeze into your calendar. Merry Christmas! more


Food
Have a jolly-good time at the Jingle & Mingle Christmas Party
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Have a jolly-good time at the Jingle & Mingle Christmas Party

Christmas is prancing in faster this year than Dasher, Comet and Rudolph and we're here for it! To help get you in the festive spirit, Southport Sharks is hosting the ultimate merry event – the Jingle & Mingle Christmas Party. Happening on Saturday December 9, this unmissable soiree features a jolly feast, decadent drinks and live entertainment. more

Food
Get glammed up for this luxe White Christmas Party at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
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Get glammed up for this luxe White Christmas Party at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

We're only five weeks away from Christmas and we're ready to dive headfirst into the festive season, and all of the jolly goodness it brings with it. Perhaps the most unmissable merry event on the calendar is the White Christmas Party at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, which is taking over the iconic Surfers Paradise locale on Saturday December 9 with live entertainment, a delectable banquet and all-out grandeur. more

Food
Level up your summer plans with free live music, poolside sundowners and aperitivo afternoons at The Star
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Level up your summer plans with free live music, poolside sundowners and aperitivo afternoons at The Star

Ah, summer. Those glorious months where the days seem to stretch on forever, allowing plenty of time to soak up some vitamin D and make the most of the Gold Coast's glorious surroundings. Whether you're a fan of the heat or prefer to spend your days and nights in the comfort of aircon, The Star Gold Coast has an itinerary jam-packed with activities to guarantee a funner summer. You can fill your calendar with free live music, Italian-inspired sipping and snacking sessions, sundowners by the pool and dynamite dining deals. more

Drink
A secret Japanese garden is set to bloom in Surfers Paradise
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A secret Japanese garden is set to bloom in Surfers Paradise

As much as we would love to clock out for the rest of the year and get on the next flight to Japan, it's looking likely that we're going to have to ride it out until Christmas. We can still get there in spirit (or rather, spirits) at Yamagen’s Secret Garden, a cherry blossom-filled sipping and snacking spot that is set to bloom this November at QT Gold Coast. more

Art
Magical light show The Enchanted Garden is returning to Roma Street Parkland
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Magical light show The Enchanted Garden is returning to Roma Street Parkland

Lasers, possums and mesmerising lights across 22,000-sqm of inner-city parklands is just a taste of what you can expect to find at this year's The Enchanted Garden, which is set to light up Brisbane once more. Returning from November 23 to December 20, the family-friendly showcase sees the lush grounds of Roma Street Parkland light up in a spectacular technicolour display that is sure to take your breath away. more

Music
Enter the silly season with confetti cannons, comedy and lip-sync battles at this huge bingo rave
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Enter the silly season with confetti cannons, comedy and lip-sync battles at this huge bingo rave

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

Exhibitions
Lace up for after-dark fun at Sneakers Unboxed: Up Late
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Lace up for after-dark fun at Sneakers Unboxed: Up Late

Have you heard the word? This summer, you can step into HOTA Gallery to see its newest exhibition, Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street. The stellar shoe showcase charts the design and cultural journey of sneakers, displaying more than 200 pumped-up kicks. Giving us another reason to get footloose is Sneakers Unboxed: Up Late, which will be extending the footwear festivities on Friday December 1. more

Food
Have a holly-jolly good time at these Christmas Family Nights
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Have a holly-jolly good time at these Christmas Family Nights

The snow might not be falling but there is a familiar festive feel to the air, which signals one thing – Christmas! Our favourite jolly holiday is just around the corner and to help get you in the spirit, Southport Sharks is once again hosting its annual Christmas Family Nights. Merry meals, kids' fun and even a visit from the big red man himself are just a few of the festive things on the cards ... more

Markets
Get into the festive spirit and hit up the Gold Coast's best Christmas markets
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Get into the festive spirit and hit up the Gold Coast’s best Christmas markets

The most wonderful time of the year is almost here and with it comes a sleigh full of Christmas markets. Purchasing pressies from local Christmas markets pretty much generates nothing but positives – you get to pick up unique things that your friends and family will love, as well as supporting local makers and creators with your patronage (and not to mention getting to avoid shopping centre car parks as a sweet little bonus). If you’re searching for gifts with a little more heart this year, save this round-up of the Gold Coast's best Christmas markets and cross some names off your nice list. more

Food
The Star Christmas
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Sizzling soirees and seafood spreads – take your festive feast to the next level at The Star

It's that time again – time to cast your mind forward to Christmas Day. December 25 may seem far away, but let's be honest – as soon as October rolls around, Christmas is here before you know it. So that you can celebrate with bubbles, bites and great vibes, The Star Gold Coast has upped the ante to offer plenty of festive fun – from ballroom soirees to fine feasts to celebrate with your nearest and dearest. Whether your dream Christmas involves eating your body weight in fresh prawns or a swanky spread at home (without the hassle of cooking), The Star Gold Coast has your Christmas Day covered across its stellar dining destinations. Events are already beginning to book out so you better be quick – when it comes to your merry day, failing to plan is planning to fail. Read on for all of the Christmas Day offers ... more