What’s On In The Gold Coast This Weekend, Month And Beyond
Harmony Lee
Contributor | Urban List Gold Coast
Blue skies, sunshine and good times—this weekend is shaping up to be an absolute pearler, and I couldn't be more excited. After all that rain, I think we'll all be pretty chuffed to see our little sun-kissed city returning to its usual sunny self.
And better still, there are plenty of fabulous ways to make the most of the next few days. From movies beneath the open sky to a country-themed day out and a Sunday session worth rounding up your favourite people for, there's a little something-something for everyone. Read on and start planning your perfect weekend on the Gold Coast/Kombumerri Country.
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What's On Friday 6 November
Belt It Out At This Taylor Swift Party
Friday 6 November
Image Credit: Pia Pressure | Supplied
Whether you’re a die-hard Swiftie or just a pop music fan, this Saturday night is your night to boogie and belt it out to the sweet tunes of one of the world's biggest pop artists, Taylor Swift. Taylor’s Versions—A Taylor Swift Party in Sound + Vision will see DJ Pia Pressure spinning everything from the biggest hits and fan-favourite deep cuts to those all-important singalongs.
Big-screen visuals will bring Taylor’s music videos and live moments to life, so come dressed as your favourite version of the pop star and bring along fellow fans for the ride. It’s all going down at Miami Marketta, so you can get there early and grab some of the delicious street food from one of the stalls before shaking it off like you’re 22.
Where: Miami Marketta, 23 Hillcrest Parade, Miami
When: Friday 6 November, from 7pm
Cost: $30.35 per person
For more info and tickets, click here.
Catch A Free Family Flick Beneath The Stars
Friday 6 November
The City of Gold Coast's Movies Under the Stars program is back, and this Friday it's heading to Runaway Bay Cricket Club for a free evening under the open sky. The fun kicks off at 4:30pm with kids' activities, face painting and food trucks before the movie starts on the big screen at 6:30pm—this screening is Cats in the Museum 2, an animated family flick about some cats, a mouse, and a big adventure.
Pack a picnic blanket, grab something delicious to eat and settle in for what promises to be a lovely spring evening outdoors.
Where: Burleigh Beach, Goodwin Terrace, Burleigh Heads
When: Friday 6 November, from 4:30pm
Cost: Free
Click here to find out more.
What's On Saturday 7 November
Digitality Returns For Its Fifth Iteration
Saturday 7 November
Digitality is back for its fifth iteration this Saturday night, and it’s going bigger than ever. Transforming Mo’s Desert Clubhouse into an immersive playground of sound and art, this edition promises bigger production, an entirely new stage concept and an upgraded visual experience featuring three projectors. There’ll also be immersive decorations, an art gallery, creative performances and an epic lineup of local and interstate artists for a night that blurs the line between art and rave.
Expect DJs, dancers, digital artists and the underground psychedelic community coming together to celebrate connection and creativity, and boogie the night away. It’s the perfect way to shake off the past few weeks of dreary weather.
Where: Mo’s Desert Clubhouse, 6/36 Central Dr, Burleigh Heads
When: Saturday 7 November, from 5:3pm
Cost: $55 per person online; $60 on the door
For more info and tickets, click here.
Dust Off Your Boots For A Day Of Country Culture By The Coomera River
Saturday 7 November
Image Credit: Historic Rivermill | Facebook
Historic Rivermill in Mount Nathan is hosting a country and western festival this Saturday, and the setting alone—riverside gardens, open paddocks and heritage grounds with alpacas and horses roaming about—is enough of a reason to clear your calendar. Ringers There’ll be a whip-cracking show, live country music and line dancing will run throughout the day, and the kids are well looked after with mechanical bull rides, horse and pony rides and farm animal feeding on offer.
Plus there'll be market stalls and on-site food and drinks to keep your belly happy, making for an easy and enjoyable day out for the whole fam. Best of all, entry is completely free—just bring along your favourite people and, of course, your boots.
Where: Historic Rivermill, 950 Beaudesert Nerang Rd, Mount Nathan
When: Saturday 7 November, 8am—3pm
Cost: Free (parking is $5)
Find out more here.
Christmas Twilight Markets
Saturday 7 November
Upper Coomera's Christmas Twilight Markets are making a return for 2026 and it's shaping up to be quite the noteworthy bonanza. Located at The Well in Upper Coomera, this twilight Christmas market features a whole swag of free kiddo-friendly entertainment, and is the perfect evening out for those eager to get into the Christmas spirit, and better still for people who are all over it in the organisation department.
Think glitter tattoos, snowflake decorating, reindeer food stations, carnival games and a petting zoo, alongside a number of stalls offering gifts and delicious snacks. Oh, and did I mention that entry and a bunch of activities are free?
Where: The Well, 58 Highland Way, Upper Coomera
When: Saturday 7 November, 4pm—7pm
Cost: Free
Find out more here.
Celebrate Diwali Under The Evening Sky At Sea World
Saturday 7 November
Diwali is getting the theme park treatment this year, with the sold-out 2025 celebration making its way to Sea World for an even bigger night of culture and festivities. Expect a jam-packed program of traditional dance and cultural performances, a grand Diwali parade, drummers, live music and DJs, alongside an Indian bazaar serving up regional street food and sweet treats.
There’ll also be a whole host of Sea World rides open throughout the evening, providing a bit of thrill for the whole fam. Add henna, face painting, photo opportunities and a spectacular fireworks finale, and you’ve got yourself the perfect way to celebrate the festival of lights.
Where: Sea World, Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
When: Saturday 7 November, 6pm—11pm
Cost: $52 per person
Click here for more info.
Enjoy A Morning Of Second Hand Shopping
Saturday 7 November
Image Credit: Love Me Again Market GC | Instagram
It’s that time again, people. If your ideal Saturday morning involves a coffee in hand and a rummage for second hand gems, the Love Me Again Market at Miami Marketta has your name written all over it. From 8am to midday, there'll be stalls packed with pre-loved clothing and accessories, from designer labels to everyday favourites and everything in between.
Fuel your shop with coffee, matcha, pastries and more, all soundtracked with good tunes and great energy. Entry is free and all you need is your market bag (and a little dosh) for all the treasures you’re bound to take home.
Where: Miami Marketta, 23 Hillcrest Parade, Miami
When: Saturday 7 November, 8am—12pm
Cost: Free entry
Click here for more info.
What's On Sunday 8 November
Head To The Oxley For A Sunny Sunday Session
Sunday 8 November
If you ask me, there are few better ways to round out the weekend than cold drinks, good tunes and a lazy afternoon in the sunshine. Bobby Bang’s is bringing just that to The Oxley this Sunday, taking over the airy Atrium for an afternoon of smooth beats courtesy of DJ Jordan Vulinovich, alongside tasty bar snacks and drinks to keep you happily settled in.
Grab your crew, find a spot in the Atrium and savour the last hours of the weekend with some icy beverages and wholesome fun.
Where: Bobby Bang's, The Oxley, Mermaid Beach
When: Sunday 8 November, 4pm—8pm
Cost: Free entry
Find out more here.
What's On All Weekend
Browse The Gold Coast’s Best Markets
All Weekend
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.
Where: Various locations
When: All weekend
Cost: Free entry
Find out more here.
What's Coming Up
Rolling Sets
Saturday 28 November
Image credit: Rolling Sets | Facebook
Pop across the border this November for Rolling Sets: a coastal festival bringing together live music, surf, skate and beach culture. After their successful debut in Tweed Heads last summer, they’re keeping the good times rolling (get it) with a fully stacked lineup featuring some of Australia’s most exciting artists.
Leading the charge are Ocean Alley and Royel Otis, who will be joined by the likes of G Flip, Violent Soho, The Rions, Old Mervs, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, and plenty more. If last year is anything to go by, tickets will absolutely sell out so make sure you snap ‘em up before they’re gone here.
Where: Ebenezer Park, Tweed Heads
When: Saturday 28 November
Cost: From $199.95
Find out more here.
Brickman’s Wonders of the World
Image credit: Brickman's Wonders of the World | Supplied
All the world’s greatest landmarks were once built brick by brick, and will soon be on display in LEGO form at HOTA’s latest major exhibition. More than 50 wonders of the world will be recreated, including the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal, the Empire State Building and even the Great Barrier Reef. Each build is an architectural marvel with towering structures and ingenious details sure to leave you impressed.
The family-friendly exhibition is truly worth a visit for anyone who’s ever played with LEGO. Naturally, you’ll be feeling inspired when you see what these brick masters have come up with, so make sure to pop by the hands-on building stations to try creating your own masterpiece.
Where: HOTA, Surfers Paradise
When: 5 December 2026 to 3 May 2027
Cost: From $17
Find out more here.
Big Brass Barbeque Is Making A Big Return In 2027
Saturday 23 January 2027
Image credit: The Cat Empire | Supplied
It’s picnic beers, barbecue bites and six hours of live music from Australia’s most exciting live acts under the summer sun. Yep, Big Brass Barbeque have just dropped the deets on their 2027 festival, and we’ve got The Cat Empire joined by New Orleans’ Horns of Leroy featuring THNDO, Brisbane’s nine-piece funk-rock The Steele Syndicate and the Gold Coast City Brass Band.
The all-ages summer festival is taking over HOTA’s Outdoor Stage once again on Saturday 23 January 2027. Among the infectious rhythms and funky beats is BBQ food trucks, outdoor bars and ample space to roll out the picnic rug. Tickets go on sale at 10am on Tuesday 10 Novemver over here.
Where: HOTA, 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise
When: Saturday 23 January 2027
Cost: Adults $79, concessions $66, children (3-15yrs) $39
Learn more here.
A Brand New Roots And Reggae Festival Is Coming To The Gold Coast
Saturday 20 February 2027
Image Credit: Stan Walker | Supplied
Mark your calendars, people—Sound Collective, a brand new roots and reggae music festival, is making its debut at Broadwater Parklands in February and the lineup they've pulled together is seriously impressive. The likes of Maoli, Stan Walker, Katchafire, Arrested Development and SOJA will headline the absolutely stacked bill.
You can also expect sets from Aotearoa R&B trio A.R.T., Gold Coast nine-piece Bradamon Band, rising Sydney singer RIAH and more, with ten hours of music, food, fun and culture promised across the day. Pre-sale tickets drop Thursday 17 September with general public sales opening the following morning—for a lineup this good, you'd best grab tickets before they're gone.
Where: Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport
When: Saturday 20 February 2027
Cost: Tickets start at $169.90
Find out more and grab tickets here.
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