Gold Coast, we have spectacular news for you. As of this week, Surfers Paradise is being transformed into the Surfers Paradise People’s Esplanade pop-up by the City of Gold Coast.
The event is running for three whole months and doesn’t wrap up until 16 November. Which, you may have noticed, is just in time for school holidays.
The pop-up has one goal: to rekindle the love we once had for Surfers Paradise. Choose between Sunset Sounds, free wellness and workout classes, a movie under the stars, or simply spend the day in a deck chair with the sand between your toes at the Beach House.
Keen? Open up your shared cal and start planning. Here’s everything that’s on in Surfers Paradise until November 16.
- Community Art Installation
- Carnival Creations Samba Dancers
- Surfers Paradise Markets
- Sandy Sundays
- Beach Volleyball
- Roving Acrobats
- KBOD TikTok-Inspired Dance Classes
- DJ Skool
- Rock N Slide Skate Workshops
Community Art Installation
The pop-up is all about reclaiming Surfers. And what better way to do that than to contribute to a community art installation? Draw, write, take to the streets with chalk or stickers, or whatever your chosen medium may be, to share what you love about Surfers Paradise. The work will be displayed on the gallery walls of the precinct.
The Details
Where: Joytopia, The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
When: Tuesday, 2, 16 and 30 September from 11am–2pm
Find more information here.
Carnival Creations Samba Dancers
Can you hear that? It’s the mall of Surfers Paradise, alive with the sounds of authentic Samba dancing and a drumming tribe. Plan drinks to coincide with the dancers passing through the People’s Esplanade pop-up, or join them on foot and get in on the dancing.
The Details
Where: The Esplanade, between Hanlon Street and Soul Roundabout, Surfers Paradise
When: Saturday, 6 September, 6–8pm
Find more information here.
Surfers Paradise Markets
Did you know there are free markets in Surfers Paradise right on the beach? You’ll find fresh produce, locally made crafts, clothing, jewellery and live performances. And it’s all happening right on the beach as the sun sets.
The Details
Where: Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets, The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
When: Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 4–9pm
Find more information here.
Sandy Sundays
Every other Sunday between 3 and 6pm, the Beach House will come alive with chilled sets and sensational vibes on the beach. Every second Sunday, the Beach House will be taken over by local Gold Coast DJs including Luke Fletcher, Jonny Sounds and Human Music, serving up the ultimate weekend-closing set.
The Details
Where: Beach House, The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
When: Every second Sunday, 3–6pm
Find more information here.
Beach Volleyball: Come And Try
Skip your long run this week and gather your mates for a social game of beach volleyball instead. Just show up 15 minutes before kick off and you’ll learn the rules, pick up some skills and maybe even walk away a winner.
The Details
Where: 5 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
When: Every Friday from 5:30pm–6:45pm
Find the next session here.
Roving Acrobats
One night in the People’s Esplanade pop-up, you’ll be watching Samba dancers, the next, roving acrobats will be flying through the streets. Find an excuse to be in the area and simply sit back and watch the acrobats flipping their way through Surfers.
The Details
Where: The Esplanade, between Hanlon Street and Soul Roundabout, Surfers Paradise
When: Thursday, 11 September 6pm–8pm
Find more information here.
KBOD TikTok-Inspired Dance Classes
Be honest. How many times have you heard a TikTok sound and automatically known the dance moves? Now, you and your family can join KBOD with Kelii at the Action Hub for a TikTok-inspired dance workout, complete with a live DJ.
The Details
Where: The Action Hub, The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
When: Wednesday, 24 September and Wednesday, 1 October, 4pm–5pm
Find more information here.
DJ Skool
Everyone is either a DJ, or secretly wants to be a DJ. If you’ve always wanted to give mixing a try, mark these free events in your diary. Here, you’ll be able to learn to use the equipment and mix your own tracks. You can even come back to keep levelling up your skills. The classes are for all ages.
The Details
Where: The Locals Yard, Surfers Paradise
When: Thursday, 25 September 6pm–8pm, Thursday 30, September 10am–1pm
Find more information here.
Rock N Slide Skate Workshops
If you’re keen for the kids to have some screen-free time, why not get them along to a Rock N Slide Skate Workshop? The space is for kids between 10 and 15 and is designed so they can have a go at their favourite tricks or hit the obstacles.
The Details
Where: The Action Hub, The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
When: Thursday, 25 September and 2 October 10am–1pm
Find more information here.
Running for three months until November, explore the full line-up of events here.
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