Gold Coast Events

Gold Coast Events

The Gold Coast has been Australia's premier fun spot with exciting events which draw thousands year-round. Whether it is sport, music, fine food or family entertainment, you'll find an event to suit your interest.

January

• Tennis action
• The Big Day Out
• Premier Racing carnival at the Gold Coast Turf Club
• Rodeo and Australia Day entertainment

February

• Major international women's golf tournament
• St Valentine's Day promotions at many restaurants

March

• Australian Surf Life Saving Championships

April

• Australian ANZAC day commemorations
• Most Gold Coast venues offer something over Easter

May

• The Prime Minister's Cup at the Gold Coast Turf Club
• Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
• Youth festival at Broadbeach

June

• Wintersun Carnival at Coolangatta
• Australia's largest rock 'n' roll festival
• A La Carte in the Park at Southport

July

• Gold Coast Airport Marathon

August

• Gold Coast Show at Parklands
• Gold Coast Restaurant and Catering Awards

September

• A La Carte on the Beach at Coolangatta
• Queensland's largest country show at Beaudesert

October

• Lexmark Indy 300

November

• Broadbeach Festival and environmental programs in the rainforest areas
• The Pan Pacific Masters games
• Melbourne Cup day

December

• Carols In the Park
• The Bethlehem Experience
• Free Entertainment for New Year's Eve including fireworks from major parks and public places.