What’s On In The Gold Coast This Weekend, Month And Beyond
Harmony Lee
Contributor | Urban List, Gold Coast, QLD
Eats, drinks and classic Gold Coast/Kombumerri goodness are on the menu this weekend, with something happening on just about every corner. From soaking up the Savour the Tweed Festival to country music hoedowns and multicultural celebrations—not to mention a jam-packed few days of Gold Coast 500 action—it’s shaping up to be a weekend that ticks all the boxes.
My itinerary for this weekend is looking absolutely stunning; read on to see how you could spend yours.
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What's On Friday 24 October
Have A Laugh With Lawrence Mooney At HOTA
What better way to spend your Friday night than laughing until your cheeks ache? Aussie comedy legend Lawrence Mooney has gone bush for his brand-new show Dead Set Country, swapping traffic jams for tractors and uncovering the dusty, ridiculous realities of rural life.
Expect sharp wit, a healthy dose of self-deprecation, and that signature Mooney mischief as he gets roughed up by locals, chats to horses, and fully embraces his inner farmhand. If his past shows are anything to go by, this one’s going to be pure comedy gold.
Where: HOTA,
When: Friday 24 October, from 8pm
Cost: $59.90 per adult; $55.90 per senior, student or pensioner
For more information and tickets, click here.
Saddle Up For A Country Party At Miami Marketta
Gold Coast, it’s time to giddy up as the ultimate country party is riding into Nightjar this Friday night. DJs Nicka35, Pia Pressure, and Vices will be spinning a wild mix of country bangers and boot-scootin’ tunes, from Luke Bryan and Dolly Parton to Morgan Wallen, Shania Twain, and beyond.
Expect some twanging, some twisting, and enough energy to keep the dance floor heaving all night. There’ll be line dancing lessons, themed drinks, and a few cheeky surprises along the way, so dust off those boots, grab your cowboy hat, and get ready to yeehaw your way into the weekend.
Where: Nightjar, 1730 Gold Coast Hwy, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
When: Friday 24 October, from 7pm
Cost: $29.35 per person
For more info and tickets, click here.
Toast World Champagne Day At The Langham
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Here’s your excuse to start the weekend early and a little bit fancy. This Friday from 11am, The Langham’s Akoya Deck is turning into a seaside Champagne lounge, pouring premium bubbles like Taittinger Cuvée Prestige Brut NV and Louise Morette Grand Reserve Brut NV, perfectly paired with freshly shucked oysters and house-made condiments (yes, there’s citrus ponzu and cocktail sauce involved).
At $27–35 a glass and $12 for three oysters, it’s the kind of treat yourself moment that feels luxurious but totally doable—especially when there’s ocean breeze, sunshine and Champagne before noon. Go on, you deserve it.
Where: The Langham, 38 Old Burleigh Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
When: Friday 24 October, from 11am
Click here to make a booking.
What's On Saturday 25 October
Paint & Sip, Gemellini Style
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If your ideal Saturday involves good wine, great pasta, and a splash of creativity, Gemellini has you covered. The Italian favourite has teamed up with local art studio Frida’s Paint to host an epic Paint, Sip & Mangia session this Saturday afternoon.
Tuck into delicious shared antipasti—think salumi boards, mini arancini, and fresh pasta bowls—while you paint your own Italian-inspired masterpiece under Frida’s guidance. Enjoy discounted drinks, take home a Polaroid keepsake, and maybe even score dinner for two at Gemellini if your artwork steals the show. Spots are limited, so grab yours before they're gone.
P.S There's a second Paint, Sip & Mangia session Saturday 8 November—make sure you pencil that in one your calendar too.
Where: Gemellini, 2247 Gold Coast Hwy, Nobby Beach QLD 4218
When: Saturday 25 October, 2pm—4pm
Cost: $120 per person
Grab your spot here.
An Open Flame Feast Beneath The Stars
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As part of the Savour the Tweed Festival, the almost-sold-out Fire & Forage is an alfresco dinner set beneath festoon lights and the lush canopy of Tropical Fruit World’s flowering macadamia orchard. Expect dinner and a show, with a banquet of wild game and seafood cooked over a fire pit in the live kitchen.
Chefs Wal Foster, Agustin Gonzalez, and Tropical Fruit World’s Armando Enriquez Icaza combine Mexican, Argentinian, and Australian flavours to create a show-stopping menu, with cocktails, beers from the Stone & Wood Troopy, and Bush Icecreamery desserts rounding out the evening. Arrive ready to eat, sip, and be transported on a tractor to your own personal outdoor oasis for a communal feast you won’t forget.
Where: Tropical Fruit World,
When: Saturday 25 October, from 5:30pm (NSW time)
Cost: $199 per person
Grab your tickets here.
Eats, Drinks And Entertainment At A Multicultural Festival
Celebrate culture and community this Saturday at the 2025 Australian Multicultural Festival at Broadwater Parklands. This fun, family-friendly event brings together food, music, dance and workshops from around the world—all right here on the Gold Coast.
Taste global flavours, join in interactive cultural activities, and let the kids experience the colour and joy of traditional dress, dance and games. It’s your chance to experience culture, not just watch it.
Where: Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
When: Saturday 25 October, 11am—3pm
Cost: Free
Click here for more information.
A Rum Party With A Side Of Three-Course Fine Dining
As part of the Savour the Tweed Festival, Rum Parlour is an atmospheric dinner party at Husk Farm Distillery in North Tumbulgum, slinging Husk Rum cocktails and a three-course menu crafted by Husk’s head chef and Jason Saxby (Raes at Wategos). Think: fine dining meets distillery spirit for a taste bud adventure like no other.
The focus here will be local—local ingredients, chefs and, of course, distillers—crafting an elevated yet wholesome evening, with dinner set in the warm, elegant Barrel House. This team is sure to create something truly memorable.
Where: Husk Distillery, 1152 Dulguigan Rd, North Tumbulgum NSW 2490
When: Saturday 25 October, 6pm—9pm
Cost: $125 per person
Grab your tickets here.
What's On All Weekend
The 2025 Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 Is Starting Its Engine
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The Gold Coast 500 is back, and this year might just be the biggest one to date. This weekend, rev heads and music lovers alike can enjoy high-octane Supercars racing by day and world-class, multi-award-winning live acts by night, all in the heart of Surfers Paradise.
From signings and muscle car displays to drifting demos and edge-of-your-seat racing, the action is set to be non-stop. With crucial championship points and a shot at the BP Adelaide Grand Final on the line, every lap is guaranteed to get the adrenaline pumping.
And when the engines quiet down, the party roars to life. Grammy and Brit Award nominees Groove Armada will headline Saturday night, while homegrown heavy-hitters The Stafford Brothers and Brooke Evers get the weekend started in style on Friday with a festival-worthy set at the Boost HQ Zone.
It’s the ultimate mix of speed and beats you won’t want to miss.
Where: Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
When: Thursday 23 October to Sunday 26 October
Cost: Various ticketing prices and packages
For more information, click here.
Cali Beach Club Is Back With A Euro Summer Vibe
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Cali Beach Club has officially reopened after a multi-million-dollar revamp, bringing a slice of the European summer straight to Surfers Paradise. The reimagined rooftop oasis is bigger, brighter, and even more luxurious, with daybeds, pools, live DJs, saxophone sets, and that signature Cali sparkle that turns every afternoon into a party.
Expect Mediterranean-inspired bites, creative cocktails, and golden-hour magic set against the city skyline. This weekend, there's an after-dark party on Friday night, followed by Gold Coast 500 events over Saturday and Sunday. Where better to spend your weekend?
Where: Cali Beach Club,
When: Fridays 5pm—1am, Saturdays & Sundays 12pm—1am
Cost: Prices vary depending on events.
For bookings and further information, click here.
A Weekend Of Bubbles At QT Gold Coast
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QT Gold Coast is turning World Champagne Day into a full weekend of bubbles, thanks to a sparkling collab with Perrier-Jouët. Kicking off this Friday, the celebrations will see buy-one-get-one flutes flowing at QT’s signature dining spot, Yamagen.
It’s the perfect excuse for a spontaneous sip (or several) of the good stuff. Consider this your official invitation to let the weekend pop off in style.
Where: Yamagen, 7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
When: Friday 24 October to Sunday 26 October
Cost: A la carte menu
For more information and to book, click here.
Savour The Tweed Festival Is Underway
The Tweed’s epic food and drink festival, Savour the Tweed, is underway, and if the events so far are anything to go by, this year is shaping up to be unforgettable. With 35 ticketed events spread across the region—from Murwillumbah to Kingscliff, Pottsville to Cabarita—this festival is just as much about place as it is about produce.
Think hyper-local dining, long-table lunches, chef collabs and immersive tastings in stunning locations. Whether you’re a locavore, a long lunch lover, or just someone who appreciates a good glass of wine, Savour The Tweed is your golden ticket to the best bites and sips in the region.
There are limited tickets remaining, so secure your spot before it's gone.
Where: Various locations across the Tweed Shire
When: Wednesday 22 to Sunday 26 October
Cost: Ticket prices vary
More information here.
Ken Done Is Painting HOTA In Colour This Spring With A Vibrant New Exhibition
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Australia’s king of colour, Ken Done, is bringing his unmistakable style to HOTA with a bold new exhibition that’s bursting with joy, nostalgia and serious creative freedom. Ken Done: No Rules will take over HOTA Gallery from this Saturday 13 September to 15 February 2025, showcasing his unmistakably Australian works from the ‘80s through to now, including exclusive pieces from his own collection.
Visitors can also enjoy a captivating animation of a selection of Done’s iconic paintings, offering a new and immersive way to experience his vibrant universe. In a celebration of art, fashion and collaboration, the exhibition also features a selection of dazzling garments from 'Done Zone', the 2023 collaborative collection between Ken Done and Australian fashion label 'Romance Was Born'.
When: Saturday 13 September to Sunday 15 February, 2025
Where: Gallery 1, HOTA
Cost: Ticket prices vary; up to $21
More details here.
Step Inside The Upside-Down at House Down Under
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House Down Under has flipped the Gold Coast on its head, now open at Pacific Fair just in time for the spring school holidays. Australia’s first inverted house lets visitors wander ceilings, dance on furniture, and snap surreal photos in rooms like an upside-down bathroom, lounge, and kids’ play area.
With unlimited time inside and tips from friendly staff, it’s a fun, creative experience for families and friends alike. Tickets start at $19 per person, with kids under four free, making it a playful and affordable day out.
Where: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, 32 Hooker Blvd, Broadbeach Waters
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 10am—6pm; weekdays, 12pm—6pm
Cost: $19 per person aged 4 years and older; under 4 years free
Click here for more information.
Browse The Gold Coast’s Best Markets
Sunshine, shopping, and some of the Gold Coast’s best bites—markets on our sun-kissed coastline continue to bring the vibes. Whether you're after vintage threads, local produce, live music or artisanal goods, there’s something for absolutely everyone. Check out our ultimate Gold Coast markets guide for the full wrap-up on where to go and what to eat. Happy strolling.
What's Coming Up
Halloween Fun At Sanctuary Cove
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Sanctuary Cove is set to cast its spell this Halloween with a spooktacular evening of free family fun at The Marine Village. The kids can take on a trick-or-treat trail, tackling six themed challenges—from cursed ring toss to graveyard golf—for a sweet stash of prizes.
As the sun sets, DJ Chadd’s Halloween dance party will keep everyone grooving with games, face painting, dance-offs and costume contests galore. Hours of free entertainment for the little ones and fun for adults, too—this is one Halloween haunt worth popping in your calendar.
Where: Sanctuary Cove Marine Village, 4601 Masthead Way, Hope Island QLD 4212
When: Friday 31 October, 4pm–7pm
Cost: Free
For more information and registration, click here.
Halloween At Astra Lumina
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This Halloween, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s Astra Lumina is going cosmic. From Wednesday 29 October to Saturday 1 November, families can wander a glowing, interstellar trail complete with trick-or-treat stations, astral face painting, and performances from cosmic entertainers.
Kids in their spookiest costumes get free entry (one per paying adult), making it a stellar chance for a family night out. Expect Halloween-themed treats, drinks and plenty of otherworldly fun along the way.
Where: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, 28 Tomewin St, Currumbin QLD 4223
When: Wednesday 29 October to Saturday 1 November, from 6:15pm
Cost: $50 per ticket; one child free per paying adult
For more information and to book, click here.
Celebrate Ink Gins' 10th Birthday
One of the Gold Coast’s favourite gins is celebrating a decade of deliciousness, and Husk Farm Distillery is throwing a garden party to match. Expect cocktails, DJs, free tastings, scrumptious bites, and a few cheeky games to keep the party going.
Dress in disco chic for some subtle Studio 54 flair, then sip, snack, and dance as the sun sets over the distillery. Ten years of Ink Gin calls for a proper celebration, and they’re making sure it’ll be one to remember.
Where: Husk Distillery, 1152 Dulguigan Rd, North Tumbulgum NSW 2490
When: Saturday 1 November, from 5pm (NSW time)
Cost: Entry is free
For more information and to RSVP, click here.
Burn After Dark Returns To Three Blue Ducks For A Fiery Summer Edition
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After lighting up winter with their first iteration, Burn After Dark is back to turn up the heat with a summer festival edition on Friday 28 November. Inspired by desert nights and Moroccan magic, this Byron bash blends fire-cooked feasts, live music, and art under the stars at The Farm.
Expect a stand-up fire feast by the Ducks, snacks from The Smoking Camel, and performances from The Foxy Junes, DJ Monsieur Diop and Velvet Smoke Burlesque. With pop-up bars by Common People Brewing Co., Azteca Margaritas and Jilly Wines, it’s shaping up to be one seriously spicy summer night.
Where: Three Blue Ducks, 11 Ewingsdale Road Byron Bay, Ewingsdale NSW 2481
When: Friday 28 November, from 5pm
Cost: $90 per adult; $40 per child; children under 2 free
Click here for more information and to book.
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