What’s On

BLEACH Arts Festival

1st – 11th OCTOBER

BLEACH* Arts Festival is back for 2026 and for the first time, will take place in October, to embrace the Gold Coast’s vibrant spring energy.

The much loved arts and culture festival also welcomes a new Artistic Director; Felix Preval who promises to deliver a fresh take to the long running festival.

GC50 Run Festival

10th – 11th OCTOBER

Experience an unforgettable weekend of running, entertainment and celebration in the beautiful Southern Gold Coast.

Offering a race for everyone, included our flagship 50km Ultra and Half Marathon, or take on the shorter distance 10km, 5km & Kids Dash. Our flat, scenic courses are ideal for beginners or experienced runners chasing a PB!

Groundwater Country Music Festival

FRIDAY 16th – SUNDAY 18TH OCTOBER

The 2026 dates have been confirmed – keep an eye out for more details.

Gold Coast 500

FRIDAY 23rd – SUNDAY 25TH OCTOBER

Supercars are back for the sun, surf and sand at the Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500.

Melbourne Cup at The Star

3rd November

The Star Gold Coast is turning ‘The race that stops the nation’ into ‘The PARTY that stops the nation!’… and you’re invited!

With multiple venue options, live screenings of the race, Fashions off the Field, various dining packages and an atmosphere that will carry on well after the last race, book your space today to join the party that stops the nation.

Pan Pacific Masters Games

6th – 15th November

The Pan Pacific Masters Games returns to the Gold Coast in November 2026. Keep an eye out for more details as they become available. 

Men’s T20 Series v England

24th November

Deck the Halls

12th December

Gold Coast Magic Millions Carnival

6th – 18th January 2027

Magic Millions Carnival is a spectacular fortnight-long celebration of all things equine, held on the iconic Gold Coast and featuring world-class racing, elite thoroughbred sales, entertainment, fashion, and premium hospitality.

Shaw and Partners Iron Series

6th – 7th February

The Shaw and Partners Iron Series features the fittest and fastest surf lifesaving athletes in the world. Witness them take on the ocean in a series of races that are designed to test their speed, endurance, and ability to read the surf.

Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink

21st February

Triathlon Pink returns to the Gold Coast Performance Centre for the second of two SEQ stops of the 2026/2027 season. With a pool swim and closed‑road bike course, Gold Coast is perfect for first‑timers, returning Pinkies, and kids aged 7–13.

Para Swimming World Series 

19 – 21st February

Another exciting addition to the city’s growing calendar of world-class sporting events, the Para Swimming World Series is set to return to the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre in February 2027.

NRMA Insurance Australian Boardriders Battle – Grand Final

6th – 7th March

Australia’s biggest grassroots boardriders event which involves over 80 Australian Boardrider Clubs qualifying across the nation to attend the grand final.

Gold Coast T100 Triathlon

20TH – 21ST March

Race the Australian dream of sun, surf, and sand as you swim, bike, and run throughout Queensland’s iconic Gold Coast. Beginning at Broadwater Parklands and finishing in the heart of Surfers Paradise, the course is known for its flat terrain, making it ideal for those chasing a personal best or taking their first step into triathlon.

Gold Coast Running Festival

18TH APRIL

The Gold Coast Running Festival on 18 April 2027 is an iconic GC running event on a fast, safe, closed road circuit with a distance for everyone.

Choose from a 3/4 marathon, 21.1km half marathon, and 10km, 5km, 2.5km and 1km fun run/walks.

Gold Coast Film Festival

28TH APRIL – 9th MAY

Over 12 days, you’ll soak up emotionally-moving films, rigorous and inspired panel discussions with industry experts and sophisticated galas and events. Come experience the magic of watching world-class films, including the incredible short film showcase, SIPFest, Shorts in Paradise.

Blues on Broadbeach

13th – 16th May

Bringing together an incredible mix of international icons and homegrown talent across multiple indoor and outdoor stages, Blues on Broadbeach is one of Australia’s largest music festivals.

Cooly Rocks On

9th – 13th june

Renowned as one of Australia’s best Show ‘N’ Shine displays, Coolangatta will be transported back in time as the streets are lined with over 1000 cars, hot rods, kustom classics, lowbrow art, and more — all lining the vibrant streets of Coolangatta in a dazzling tribute to automotive culture.

Seafire

26th june

Keep an eye out for more details as they become available.

Gold Coast Marathon

3rd – 4th july

The world class international marathon will attract participants of all ages and abilities from around the world across nine races including the ASICS Gold Coast Marathon, Wheelchair Marathon, China Airlines Half Marathon, Southern Cross University 10km Run, Wheelchair 10km, Gold Coast Airport 5km, Wheelchair 5km, 2km Junior Dash and the FIXX Nutrition Gold Coast Double 63.3km.

Gold Coast Wedding Expo

Sunday 18th july

Experience a fun filled day of love and wedding planning at Gold Coast Annual Wedding Expo.

Nocturne – Tales from the Moonlit Court

Saturday 24th july

Wander the Starlit Square, an artisan marketplace of handcrafted treasures from independent makers. Take your seat at the Feast of Evenfall, an intimate candlelit banquet beneath the full moon. Then lose yourself in the Moonlit Masquerade – live performance, music, dancing, roving characters and a Portrait Parlour to keep the magic long after the night ends.

Pacific Airshow

Dates TBA

The Pacific Airshow Gold Coast will return to the shores of Surfers Paradise in 2027! Keep an eye out for more details as they become available.

Whisky Live

Saturday 21st August

Whisky Live is back for another exciting year! You are not just tasting whisky – you are stepping into a guided journey through flavour, craft and history. Whisky Live is an event where whisky enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike come together to indulge in fine whiskies from around the world.

Gold Coast Show

Friday 27th – Sunday 29th August

Get ready for an exhilarating long weekend as we invite you to immerse yourself in the fun and excitement of the 2027 Gold Coast Show. Nestled along the Broadwater Parklands on the Gold Coast, this annual extravaganza is a celebration of all things vibrant, entertaining, and unforgettable.

Swell Sculpture Festival

friday 9th –  sunday 19th september

Experience pop up exhibitions across the Gold Coast, as well as SWELL Smalls Gallery at it’s beachside venue and cultural programming at SWELL Fringe in Wallace Nicoll Park, Currumbin.

Come face to face with awe-inspiring sculptures by local, national and international artists at the 25th Swell Sculpture Festival.