Art lovers, rejoice! A four-day art festival showcasing original works from more than 40 independent galleries will take over Brisbane Showgrounds from May 9–12, 2024, giving money-conscious aesthetes the chance to nab an original artwork, priced anywhere between $100 to $10,000. Keep reading for all of the details ... more
Friday knock-offs are a tradition, but sometimes we need more than a cheeky bevvy to ease us into the weekend. That's where The Lawn at Garden Kitchen & Bar comes in. On select Fridays, you can settle into the sweet melodies of Lisa Hunt – a true legend in the music industry who has toured and recorded with the likes of James Brown and Ray Charles. Lisa will be performing a set list filled with the very best of Motown, soul, funk and disco at the Broadbeach sipping and snacking spot. 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
With less than a month until Melbourne Cup, venues are filling up thick and fast. If you want to spend Tuesday November 7 in style, don your best fascinator and frock or suit and tie and saunter into Isoletto Privé & Lawn. It's here where a sophisticated Race Day soiree awaits, brimming with sumptuous fare, whistle-wetting sips and excellent entertainment. more
Here at The Weekend Edition, we don't hide our deep affection for Jones & Co Grocer IGA Queen St Village. In fact, it's one of our favourite places to shop on the Gold Coast. Boasting an on-site cafe for a pre-shop brew, more fruit and vegetables than you can shake a stick at, an in-house florist, full-service gourmet butchery and a walk-in fromagerie that stocks more than 500 varieties of cheese, what's not to love? This month, the superstar supermarket is turning one and is celebrating with dynamite deals, free taste testers and a whole bunch of giveaways. Keep reading for the delicious deets ... more
Mo's Desert Clubhouse is arguably the most happening place on the Gold Coast. With live tunes, sipping and snacking sessions and wildcard events happening on the regular, patrons are never bored. However, Mo's recently discovered that some of its regulars were struggling to make connections, so a whole bounty of new events have been born with the intention to help locals, no matter where they are from, have fun and be sociable. In true Mo's style, you can expect the unexpected – think sermons from heavy metal bands and tarot-card readings to tequila roulette and shot glass-making classes. more
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
We don't mean to startle you but there are only 90 days until Christmas. If you're keen to soak up the silly season's splendour without being left with a hefty grocery bill and at least five loads of dishes, we suggest strolling into Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach this December 25. You can expect enchanting gingerbread houses, French-inspired festive dining affairs and long lunches brimming with fresh seafood and roasted meats. Here are all of the delicious details ... more
As the silly season creeps closer, we're keen to fill our weekends with fun activities to help get us through the end-of-year slog. The perfect place to have a jam-packed activity weekend? Paradise Centre, of course! From October 3-29, adventure-seekers can unlock a $75 Paradise Play Pass to spend on dining and entertainment at the Surfers Paradise precinct. If you're eager to spend your weekend axe-throwing, eating ice-cream and drinking frozen margs, keep reading for all of the important deets ... more
Whether you're crazy for Converses, line up for every new-release Nike or you're more of an Adidas enthusiast, one thing we can all agree on is the importance of sneakers. This summer, step into HOTA Gallery as Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street charts the design and cultural journey of some of our favourite pumped-up kicks. more
Something big and beautiful is about to land at HOTA and it's called WONDER Festival. The main attraction of the ten-day celebration of outdoor art and performance is the eye-catching large-scale installation Borealis by Dan Acher, which will illuminate the night sky in a breathtaking display of colour reminiscent of the Northern Lights. This October, you can roll out a rug underneath the spectacular sky while you take in spellbinding tunes from Mzaza at Fridays on the Big Lawn. Here's everything you need to know ... more
Although we love to live in a state of denial, the holiday season is just around the corner, and there's no better place to celebrate Christmas a little early than at Hilton Surfers Paradise. With its central location in the heart of Surfers Paradise, luxurious amenities and a wide range of elegant events on offer, Hilton Surfers Paradise promises an unforgettable festive experience. Let's take a closer look at what this iconic destination has in store for the silly season ... more
If you’re in need of a reason to don your finest frock and fascinator combo, then saddle up and prepare to party at one of The Star’s many Melbourne Cup soirees. You’ll be able to enjoy fashions off the field, dining packages, live screenings of the race and an electric atmosphere at one of the six fabulous events across the entertainment precinct. From drinks on sun-drenched decks to cocktails on The Lawn and elegant rooftop feasts, here’s everything you need to know about the party that’s set to stop the nation on Tuesday November 7. more
While we like to spend our weekends either indulging in a bit of retail therapy or lounging around with a glass of wine in hand, the two don't necessarily go together. That is, until now. This weekend you can saunter into Pacific Fair to indulge in some dynamite discounts at the Summer Shopping Weekend. Spend $200 or more in-centre and you can roll into the pop-up Rosé Pavilion for a free sip and snack. Shopping and a cheeky wine? Yes, please! 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
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
The arrival of September marks the descent into silly season, and before you know it, Christmas will be upon us. It's the most wonderful time of the year – and the perfect excuse to get dolled up and celebrate making it through another year in style. The festive folk at The Star Gold Coast agree with this sentiment and are bringing back the much-loved Not So Silent Night event on Saturday December 16. Ready to jingle, mingle and feast your way into the holiday season? Keep reading, because this is one soiree that you won't want to miss. more
One of life's collective core-memory experiences is the first time you listen to Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of The Moon beginning to end. The iconic album is celebrating half a century this year and to commemorate this momentous occasion, is touring the world as a full-dome spatial experience in planetariums. In exciting news for Queenslanders, this immersive and all-encompassing surround sound and visual treat has arrived at Brisbane's own Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium. Ready to fly through the solar system to the tune of 70s psychedelic hits in the comfort of the planetarium's reclined seating? Here are all of the captivating details ... more
If you're keen for a spot of adventure this weekend, clear your diary for this Saturday September 16 as the Buy From the Bush QLD Festival is back at Summer Land Camel Farm! This year's event is once again bringing together some of the state's best creatives, makers, growers and artisans to the Scenic Rim. Plus, this time around there will also be a few special guests of the furry variety ... more
If you can believe it, the end of this week welcomes another edition of school holidays. If you're a parent, this means that you have two weeks to fill with fun activities to keep the kids entertained. Thankfully, HOTA has your back this September with the return of mini-festival Kids Take Over from September 27 to October 1. Here are all of the whimsical activities in store ... more
