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✦Wednesday Night Meetup
A weekly gathering for makers, engineers, and tech-curious individuals to share projects, troubleshoot electronics, and engage with the local maker community.
✦Lecture Me: Dirk Yates + Tutorial ~ Kathy Mackey
An intellectually engaging double feature involving a lecture by Dirk Yates followed by a tutorial session with Kathy Mackey. Perfect for those looking for thoughtful discourse in a local community setting.
✦GCTechSpace Open Night Tour
A community-run tour of a local makerspace where attendees can see 3D printers, electronics, and DIY technology projects in action. It is an ideal environment to meet local hobbyists, engineers, and creators.
✦Life Drawing
An untutored life drawing session held in an art gallery, allowing artists and hobbyists to practice figure drawing in a communal, creative atmosphere. Suitable for all skill levels interested in human anatomy and art.
✦Tjaka
Performance by Tjaka at the alternative and community-focused Mo's Desert Clubhouse.
✦SLOWCUT
A local live music event showcasing independent bands at one of Burleigh's premier creative warehouse venues.
✦Tjaka, Thirst Trap & Ella Fence
A multi-act showcase featuring Tjaka, Thirst Trap, and Ella Fence in a community-centric art space.
✦SONAR vol. VI
A curated music and arts event at the unique Dust Temple space, showcasing creative performances in an atmospheric setting.
✦Watercolours Masterclass
An intimate, hands-on session focusing on watercolour techniques in a collaborative studio environment. Perfect for those looking to develop creative skills in a social, community-led space.
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Make a Chip and Dip/Serving Plate Workshop
A practical ceramics workshop where you will hand-build a functional chip and dip plate, focusing on clay manipulation techniques.
Chess Get Together at Southport
A casual, recurring meet-up for chess players of all levels to practice and enjoy the game in a friendly library environment.
Knitting Ladies
A recurring, informal craft circle where participants can work on projects, share techniques, and enjoy community conversation.
Composting with Seed The Ground
An educational workshop teaching practical composting methods to build healthy soil and reduce kitchen waste.
NaturallyGC Echidna Detectives Field Walk
An immersive, science-oriented citizen science walk focused on tracking and observing local echidna populations in their natural habitat.
Laced in Shadows
An experimental contemporary dance performance exploring identity and narrative, presented by Sass and Soul Dance at the Home of the Arts. A strong atmospheric performance for those who appreciate physical theatre.
Speak Easy Surfers Paradise (Speak Easy International)
A local social gathering for people to connect and practice conversation in a relaxed environment. This recurring group attracts people looking for genuine human connection and community talk.
Nazeem Hussain: I'd Like To Tell You About Some Jokes
A stand-up comedy performance by one of Australia's most sharp-witted observational comedians, known for exploring culture and human behavior through a satirical lens.
Rival Consoles — live
Electronic artist Rival Consoles brings his sophisticated sound design and live performance to the venue.
Speak with Confidence & Competence (Palm Beach Currumbin Toastmasters)
A friendly, non-corporate setting to practice public speaking and active listening through structured exercises and impromptu debates. Perfect for those looking to build communication skills in a supportive local community.
Soy Candle Making Workshop – Gold Coast
A guided hands-on session focusing on the craft of candle making using soy wax and essential oils. Provides a tactile creative experience in a small, intimate class setting.
Saturday Board Games Night
A regular social gathering for enthusiasts of modern strategy and tabletop board games. It fosters a relaxed, intellectual environment where strangers naturally connect over complex gameplay.
This Moment: Highlights from the White Rabbit Collection
An exhibition featuring significant contemporary Chinese art, highlighting unique cultural perspectives and modern creative expression.
Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour 2026
A screening of short films focused on women in adventure, exploration, and outdoor sports, designed to inspire and challenge conventional narratives.
Fiji Untold by VOU
A high-energy contemporary dance and theatrical production from Fiji that explores folklore and modern Pacific identity.
SONAR
An evening of live music hosted at the creative community hub, Dust Temple.
English Language Conversation – Gold Coast Student Hub
A social session focused on improving language skills through natural, open conversation. It attracts a diverse group of locals and students, fostering cross-cultural connections.
C.W. Stoneking
Performance by the blues-inspired songwriter C.W. Stoneking at the intimate Burleigh venue.
Weird Fishes presents
An evening of live music hosted by Weird Fishes, known for showcasing eclectic or alternative sounds in an intimate venue setting.
Melbourne Ska Orchestra
A high-energy performance by the iconic Melbourne Ska Orchestra, bringing their large-ensemble brass and rhythm sound to the Gold Coast.
Last Ride Records presents
A live music showcase hosted by Last Ride Records, focused on independent and alternative music scenes within a dive-bar atmosphere.
Concrete Surfers
Live indie-rock set from Concrete Surfers in an intimate dive bar setting.
FULL TILT FESTIVAL
A high-energy festival event showcasing heavy and alternative music acts in the underground atmosphere of Mo's Desert Clubhouse.
Pierce Brothers Moonrise Tour
The indie-folk duo Pierce Brothers perform an energetic live set as part of their national Moonrise Tour.
Ceramic Fairy Door Workshop
A creative morning focused on sculpting small ceramic decorative pieces, suitable for those interested in tactile craft and artistic expression.
Social Games at Broadbeach
A community gathering focused on social board games and tabletop activities, designed to encourage conversation and interaction among residents.
Chess Get Together at Elanora
A relaxed weekly chess session for local enthusiasts to gather, play, and engage in social conversation.
NaturallyGC: Federation Walk - Tree Planting
An hands-on environmental conservation event where locals work together to restore local coastal vegetation.
Peter Watts: Where Light Wanders (Art Exhibition)
A collection of contemporary artistic works by Peter Watts exploring the interplay of light and environment. This exhibition offers a quiet space to engage with visual arts in a professional gallery setting.
SPEIRA - Spend My Mind Tour (with JIB and The Fem Grems)
An indie and underground showcase featuring SPEIRA alongside supporting acts JIB and The Fem Grems.
4 ASD Kids Art Exhibition and Auction
An exhibition showcasing the creative work of children on the autism spectrum, featuring an auction to support the young artists. A heartfelt community event celebrating neurodiverse creativity.
Water From Your Eyes — live
Experimental pop duo Water From Your Eyes perform a live show at Elsewhere.
Let There Be Light — art exhibition
A local art exhibition showcasing contemporary works, offering a quiet space to explore visual culture and engage with regional artists.
Thirst Trap (FULL TILT FESTIVAL, Mo's Desert Clubhouse)
A segment of the Full Tilt Festival hosted at Mo's Desert Clubhouse, featuring an energetic lineup of local and touring acts.
Games Youth Workshop
An interactive workshop for young people interested in games development, fostering technical skills and collaborative design.
Lior – Solo
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Lior performs a solo show showcasing his unique vocal range and intimate songwriting style.
Southern Cross Soloists / classical performance
A sophisticated evening of chamber music performed by the Southern Cross Soloists.
Free Live Music – Cargo Stage
Enjoy a rotating lineup of local independent musicians performing on the open-air Cargo stage in a vibrant community market setting.
Free Live Music – Cargo Stage
An evening of live entertainment featuring local talent at the Cargo stage, perfect for relaxed Friday night socialising.
Free Live Music – Cargo Stage
Saturday evening live performances showcased at the Cargo stage within the Miami Marketta precinct.
Woolstore Music & Lonely Lands Agency presents
A curated live gig presented by Woolstore Music and Lonely Lands Agency, featuring touring or spotlighted musical acts.
Live Gig (Bandroom show)
An intimate bandroom show featuring live musical acts, providing a platform for touring or local artists.
Ska Nation ft. The Bennies
A high-energy ska and punk music night featuring The Bennies as the headline act.
Marketta Street Food – Free Live Music Thursdays
Casual Thursday evening gathering at Miami Marketta featuring rotating local musicians and food stalls.
Gold Coast Big Band – Swing & Big Band Night
A classic swing and big band performance intended for jazz enthusiasts and community members.
Oliver Huntemann
Internationally renowned electronic music producer Oliver Huntemann performs a headline DJ set at the intimate ELSEWHERE venue.
HAYWIRE (USA) Australian Tour
American band Haywire plays Vinnies Dive Bar during their Australian tour, offering a raw, intimate rock experience.
Wildlife Glider Tour
A guided educational tour through the Botanic Gardens focusing on local wildlife and habitat observation.
World Lake Day Guided Walk
A guided walking tour of the gardens, specifically celebrating World Lake Day with a focus on local aquatic ecosystems.
Sun Wilde (feat. Future June) @ elsewhere
Electronic and ambient live music set hosted at the long-standing elsewhere venue.
The Mojave Markets - August
A local market gathering held at the clubhouse featuring community makers, music, and social atmosphere.
The Songwriting Prize 2026 — Gold Coast Final
A showcase of original music featuring finalists competing in The Songwriting Prize.
SPEIRA — VINNIE'S DIVE BAR
Alternative act SPEIRA performs as part of their Spend My Mind tour at Vinnie's Dive Bar.
Rainbow Day
A community-focused gathering hosted by the Student Guild to foster inclusivity and support for diversity within the university population. Attendees can expect a welcoming environment with opportunities to connect with fellow students and community advocates.
Thursday Night Social: Evening Walk
A recurring weekly group walk through the local area, aimed at community engagement and outdoor activity.
We Samba ♥ Convida: Sambrazuka
A vibrant celebration of Brazilian Samba music featuring performances by Sambrazuka.
Street Food Open with Live Music
A weekly evening of street food vendors accompanied by live music performances.
Street Food Open with Live Music (CBD)
Evening atmosphere featuring various food stalls and rotating live music acts.
Good Company Entertainment presents
A live concert event curated by Good Company Entertainment, featuring professional live music acts in the main venue space.
Live Music Sunday
A casual Sunday acoustic session featuring local musicians at the Harley & Hudson coffee shop.
Wolfpac Coffee & Cake
A casual social gathering for like-minded individuals to connect over coffee and cake, focusing on community conversation and group interaction.
Half Step Down
A live performance by local act Half Step Down featuring groove-heavy music at the popular Den Devine venue.
Heart Foundation Walking Group
A community-led walking group that encourages physical movement and social connection in a relaxed, non-competitive outdoor environment. Suitable for meeting locals and enjoying a regular morning routine.
Heart Foundation Walking Group
A recurring community walking group promoting health and social interaction. It provides a consistent opportunity for residents to meet outdoors and build local connections through shared activity.
IVAN OOZE – ISOLATION OF MISTAKEN INFAMY TOUR (GOLD COAST)
Australian hip-hop artist Ivan Ooze brings his high-energy performance to Burleigh Heads as part of his latest tour.
HATE COMPLEX – DISSONANCE EAST COAST TOUR
Hardcore and heavy music gig featuring Hate Complex as part of their East Coast tour.
Marketta Street Food — Live Music
Mid-week street food dining accompanied by free local acoustic performances.
Marketta Street Food — Live Music
Street food gathering with live music from local musicians.
Marketta Street Food — Live Music
Friday night street food market atmosphere featuring live local musical talent.
Marketta Street Food — Live Music
Saturday night street food event featuring live music performances.
Griffith University Pride Week – Music
A lunchtime musical performance hosted on the Griffith University campus as part of their annual Pride Week celebrations.
DRAG BRUNCH Gold Coast (includes live drag performance & music)
An immersive brunch event featuring professional drag artists, live musical performances, and curated entertainment.
Street Food Open — Free live music (Miami Marketta)
A casual weekly event at Miami Marketta featuring local street food vendors and rotating live music performances.
Margs & Margs Friday
A relaxed Friday evening rooftop session featuring live music sets.
Davisson Brothers Band
Live performance by the Davisson Brothers Band hosted at the iconic Coolangatta Hotel stage.
Live Music (rock/acoustic, Thu–Sun residency)
A residency of rock and acoustic sets held nightly from Thursday through Sunday at Nightjar, offering a relaxed local vibe.
Total Commitment – Tribute to The Commitments
A soul-focused tribute performance dedicated to the music of The Commitments.
CDB 90's Child Tour 2026
Australian R&B group CDB performs their hits live as part of their 90s nostalgia tour at the popular Miami Marketta venue.
Gold Coast Show
The annual Gold Coast Show features a wide array of live musical entertainment, performances, and local festivities over three days at the Broadwater Parklands.
AMPLIFY TECHNO EDITION
A dedicated techno music event showcasing local electronic producers and DJs for an immersive night of dance beats.
Triple M Gold Live & Loud Stage
A multi-day live music showcase featuring local and touring talent as part of the annual Gold Coast Show festivities.
Fleetwood Macs
A tribute performance showcasing the classic rock discography of Fleetwood Mac, covering their hits and signature harmonies.
CDB 90s Child Tour
The R&B group CDB performs at the popular Miami Marketta, bringing their 90s hits to a live stage setting.
Wendy Matthews
Australian pop-rock legend Wendy Matthews performs a career-spanning set in an intimate tavern setting.
The Joe Cocker Express: Mad Dog vs. The Englishman
A tribute show celebrating the music and legacy of Joe Cocker through a high-energy live performance.
Spice Bag Sundays
An afternoon dining experience paired with live musical entertainment at Den Devine.
OUT on TOP Gold Coast (Harry K’s rooftop takeover / DJs & live entertainment)
A curated rooftop event featuring DJs and live entertainment with a focus on vibrant, inclusive social culture.
The Joe Cocker Express – Mad Dog vs The Englishman (tribute show)
A high-fidelity tribute show focusing on the legacy and soulful blues-rock sound of Joe Cocker.
Abbigayle Anderson
Live musical performance hosted at the Southport RSL venue.
Laura Doolan
A live music set featuring local talent at the SOPO venue.
Jolly Green
Live performance by Jolly Green hosted at SOPO.
Live Music at Runaway Bay Tavern
Regular live music session featuring local artists at the tavern.
Gold Coast Show Eve Party with Bulletproof
Live music event featuring the band Bulletproof to celebrate the show holiday eve.
Live Music at The Grand Hotel
Live musical entertainment hosted at The Grand Hotel.
Benson
Live music performance featuring Benson at the Southport RSL.
Live Music at Mano's
Live music performance held at the Mano's restaurant and venue.
Vegas
Live show performance taking place at The Star venue.
Jason Ayres
A live musical set by artist Jason Ayres at the local tavern.
Lunch Out Loud
A lunchtime live music event hosted at the Duke's Parlour venue.
Tommy Memphis
Live music performance by Tommy Memphis at the SOPO Southport venue.
Harry Morris
A musical set by Harry Morris hosted at the Southport RSL.
MDM
Live music performance hosted at The Loose Moose in Broadbeach.
Live Music at The Grand Hotel
Weekly live music entertainment featuring local musicians in a relaxed hotel pub setting.
Gold Coast Show Eve Pre-Public Holiday Party with Bulletproof
Celebrate the eve of the Gold Coast Show with a free live performance by the band Bulletproof at the Coolangatta Hotel.
Vegas Live
A Las Vegas-themed musical performance and show experience hosted at The Star.
David Hethorn
A live music performance by David Hethorn at the Nerang RSL, providing entertainment in a relaxed club atmosphere.
Runes Duo
The Runes Duo provides live entertainment for patrons at the Nerang RSL, focusing on a variety of musical standards.
Vegas in Concert
A high-energy stage production celebrating the glitz and music of Las Vegas, featuring live singers and professional dancers.
Vegas In Concert
A multi-venue concert series presented by Dom Arpa Productions featuring themes from Las Vegas entertainment.
OUT on TOP Gold Coast | Nineteen At The Star
A rooftop music and social event overlooking the Gold Coast, featuring curated DJ sets and a social crowd.
Australian DrillDance Championships (performance event with live music/production)
A national competitive performance event showcasing choreographed drill dance routines synchronized with live music and professional production.
Vegas (live show)
A live music production held at the larger venue, The Star Gold Coast.
Spizz & the Business
Live music performance at the Grand Hotel in Labrador.
Sunday Session — MDM
A relaxed Sunday afternoon music session featuring MDM at The Loose Moose.
frozt
Live electronic/DJ performance held at the Platinum nightclub venue.
Bollyrave 3.0 Ft. FROZT
A high-energy Bollywood-themed club night featuring DJ FROZT playing an eclectic mix of South Asian dance music.
FAVELA GOLD BAILE
A dance-heavy event focusing on Baile Funk and urban rhythms, hosted at The Cavill Hotel in Surfers Paradise.
FROZT (Bollyrave 3.0)
A high-energy Bollywood dance party featuring electronic fusion beats at Platinum nightclub.
Bolly Rave 3.0 ft. FROZT Live in Gold Coast
A high-energy Bollywood-themed music and rave event featuring DJ FROZT live.
Bolly Rave 3.0 ft. FROZT (DJ / live club event)
A high-energy club night featuring live DJ sets and modern Bollywood electronic music fusion.
SHUT UP & DANCE BOAT PARTY
An afternoon boat cruise featuring dance music and live performances departing from Surfers Paradise.