Activities & Itineraries

Nestled along the stunning Kirra Beachfront, Native State is the Gold Coast’s premier bathhouse destination offering steam…

Longing for an unforgettable, sun-drenched Italian getaway but cost of living stopping you from living your best Euro life? Thanks to…

Bust out the Mariah and pause your cheesy Christmas movie binge-fest courtesy of Netflix, because it's time to head out for some…

There’s no better time to lace up the joggers, gather your mates and explore the best Gold Coast coastal walks right here on home…

Explore the iconic footwear that has influenced fashion, design and culture with Sneakers Unboxed. 

We’ve broken down the best bush walks on the Gold Coast, from a quick stroll to a full day in the wilderness, that’ll even make…

Get your gifts, eat a mince pie and listen to some carols at these Gold Coast Christmas markets. 

Here's our favourite unique date ideas on the Gold Coast that will make your date think you're oh-so creative and clever.

Pull up your calendar and block out a weekend (or seven) and tune into some unmissable festivals coming to our corner of the world. 

Say goodbye to cries of “I’m booored” with our list of best Gold Coast activities for kids, from freebies to those special…

When it comes to ringing in 2023, you don’t want to be stuck just anywhere.

While we could probably list 100 worthy spots, we’ve honed this down to six of the very best picnic spots on the Gold Coast to get you…

 And the best Gold Coast waterfalls you can swim under are only a car ride singalong away.

They are easily forgotten about by the locals, but the plethora of theme parks we have here make it the biggest collection of thrill rides…

Ring in the new year with a delicious lineup of events on offer at Hyatt Regency. 

Not only does QLD have an abundance of stunning beaches, we’re also home to red-sand country, national parks and…

If there's one thing Gold Coast has no shortage of, it's endless stretches of white sandy shores. Let us guide you to the best…

Spring has officially sprung on the Gold Coast and with the shift in warmer weather, it’s time to start planning your ultimate spring…

Besties, booze and brilliant art—paint and sip nights bring together all of our favourite things.

Seeing a family of whales frolic and splash in the ocean is an indescribable experience, so it's high time you make your way to one…

From long bubbly lunches and live entertainment to vibing snow parties and comedy club nights, August at The Star Gold Coast is packed…

We want to help you live the dream in WA, so we asked the passionate locals who call it home to share all their must-visit experiences…

From convertibles and family wagons to vans and little zip-arounds, we’ve rounded up the best car hire Gold Coast has buffed and…

Oh, to be a mud manipulator and eat from plates that you created with your bare hands. 

The Gold Coast's signature arts and culture festival, BLEACH* Festival is back for 2023, boasting the largest program in…

In honour of Australia’s beloved Archibald Prize crossing the century mark, the Art Gallery of New South Wales is digging up 100…

To help you start mapping out your next New South Wales adventure, we’ve rounded up a bunch of the most exciting events to mark in…

Boasting some of the best beaches and waves in the world, it’s no wonder that surfing is heavily ingrained into Australian culture. So…

In a region where the sunscreen industry is eternally booming, why not shake things up with a day on the ice?

Searching for a unique and sophisticated space for your next birthday or work event can be tricky business. Fortunately for us,…

Prepare to sip your way through a DIY wine tour at our top Mount Tamborine winery  picks. 

The flight across the ditch takes just over three hours, making Auckland an ideal destination for your next long weekend away. You…

Trying to find a family activity that will keep everyone entertained can sometimes feel more complicated than organising a mission to a…

Providore Park is set to take over Roma Street Parklands from 8–9 July. Here, you’ll be able to experience…

Set yourself a pledge to give back. Volunteering your time and effort is a rewarding, warm-fuzzy experience. The positives are endless:…

Auckland never ceases to amaze. Vibrant eateries, exciting experiences and luxury stays are all just a beat away in the heart of Auckland.…

The beloved Crafted Beer Festival is returning to the Gold Coast over two huge days on September 9 and 10 2023.

From raging rooftops to craft beer bars and intimate tequila joints, here's our ultimate round up to the very best bars on the Gold…

If you’ve ever wanted to put your relationships to the test, a date at Funlab’s latest arcade will give you the perfect…

In order to get you finding clues, deciphering puzzles, decrypting codes and solving mysteries, we’ve investigated some of…

 Take a sneak peek at a lineup of events coming to The Star this May.

Our perennially green city and lush native rainforests don’t see a whole lot of change come the cooler months, but for Gold Coasters…

If you’re after the best go karting the Gold Coast has to offer, we’ve got you covered. Grab the fam and get your zoom on at…

Get ready to earn fave child status with these 30 awesome things to do on the Gold Coast this Mother’s Day.

GoBoat Gold Coast is inviting you to be your own captain when you hire one of their awesome new picnic boats. 

To help you get out and about on the water, we’ve compiled 11 places to kayak on and around the Gold Coast. Whether you live…

Two things that often go hand in hand are live music and alcohol. From festival benders to a quiet beer at catching your new favourite…

Get your flippers and togs ready, that suns beaming even brighter on the Coast and we've got all the best spots for you to dip your…

Flexing your creative muscles is a surefire way to get out of your comfort zone—and have fun while doing it. Creativity looks…

It's the perfect excuse to jump in the car, directly support the primary producers that feed us, and take in some fresh countryside air.

We’ve wrapped up a stack of free events taking over The Star Gold Coast this February so you can eat, sip, laugh and dance…

All too often we think the perfect date - either with your mates or a potential lover - should include booze. Be it the need for some liquid…

See Whats On In Your State This Summer

Between some seriously breathtaking natural gems, uber-exciting eats, and a range of stays to satisfy all kinds, Townsville has…

When you have a backyard as stunning as we do, it would be a crime not to take advantage of its wonder and natural beauty by sleeping out…

Experience HOTA's world-exclusive exhibition, Pop Masters: Art from Mugrabi Collection, New York in a whole new light on two…

To help you on your way to becoming the new Barty or Federer, we’ve put together some easy ways to rally your crew into a hit…

Dig out your fave linen ensemble and gather your crew because we’ve found the perfect place to have a sip sesh in the sunshine and…

Contemporary cultural precinct HOTA, Home of the Arts, will soon present a world premiere exhibition, Pop Masters: Art from the…

Found: A cringe-free, wholesome and fun Valentine’s Day date idea they'll actually love. 

With the region booming, there are loads of killer hospo jobs on offer in this beautiful part of the world, too. Still not…

Itching for a digital disconnect? Throw everything you own in the boot and hit the road—we’ve done the hard yards for you…

There is a tonne of events to check out this Chrissy season, from classic twilight carols to a Christmas Jazz Lounge with no shortage…

Grab your mates and head down for live performances every Friday with some of the industry’s finest musicians at The Star’s…

From historic sporting events to WorldPride and epic festivals, these are the awesome events you need to add to your 2023 hit list. 

Grab your favourite people and celebrate in style at this year's next-level events at The Star Gold Coast’s stellar venues,…

Whether you're a culture seeker or a thrill junkie, the city of Brisbane has it all for you. 

An epicentre for world-class tournaments, snag a front-row seat in incredible venues and witness some of the biggest sporting legends doing…

The Geminid meteor shower, one of the best and most reliable meteor showers on the celestial calendar, is set to light up the…

Score bragging rights amongst your mates, and book yourself a ticket to these amazing cultural events in Sydney. 

From grass-stomping day festivals and one-off intimate gigs to globally-revered performances and three-day camp-outs, you’re spoilt…

Get frocked up, it's officially Spring Carnival season.

As spring creeps around the corner, it's time to emerge from hibernation and fire up the social cal.

It’s time to break free of the house and rediscover Brisbane this month with amazing access to some exclusive deals available on…

Ah, mini-golf. The gift that keeps on giving. Although it has teetered on the edge of irrelevance for decades, it refuses to abandon us. And…

Whether you’re looking for some laidback bowling fun time with the family or you’re ready to jump into the big leagues with…

This August, it’s time to get out and rediscover Brisbane with some killer access to some crazy exclusive deals available on…

Whatever you're into, there's something for everyone on the agenda at The Star Gold Coast over the next action-fueled…

Win One Of Four Epic Snow PartiesThanks To Canadian Club

If you're looking for a present to really spoil mum this Mother's Day, we've pulled together a lush list from personalised plate…

A multi-sensory labyrinth of unique holes inspired by a slew of 80s and 90s throwbacks and nostalgic, beloved childhood…

The connoisseurs of bowling entertainment Strike, have partnered with Furphy and legendary artist Steen Jones to bring you the ‘High…

 YOT Club owns and manages a fleet of super sexy luxury superyachts that can cater to any event from 2 to 400 guests. 

Sunbites is doing its part to fuel Aussies with their wholegrain snacks, for work breaks, backyard cricket and for the great Australian…

Just when you thought you couldn’t possibly fit another festive event in your schedule, think again. 

It doesn’t get much more nostalgic than LEGO® bricks and luckily for us, Queensland Museum is transporting us back to our…

Interstate travel might be off the cards right now, but we’re big on silver linings, and we reckon the biggest one right now is the…

With so many days of sunshine and just a tiny window of winter, the Gold Coast is an outdoor sanctuary. 

Spring is the season of rejuvenation, begging you to spring-clean your house, wardrobe and diet, yet we have better ideas to mark the…

Are your four walls looking more than a little boring? We hear you. It’s about time to load up the car and make tracks for a big…

If your social cal has been looking a bit dire the last few months, cheer up, we’ve got news for you. Our favourite arts festival is…

You can now sink into your very own hot tub—albeit temporarily—thanks to TubFlix, a rental service providing inflatable hot…

If you’re into mixing a bit of art with a little vino (or a bit more than a little, let’s be honest), we’re here to…

Here’s where you can swim with whales in Queensland so that you can have the heart racing, mind blowing experience of getting in the…

Whether you’re a spirit aficionado or a recent addition to the fan club, you’ll no doubt be stoked with all the distilleries on…

Due to the ever-increasing population of coastal towns, new venues have sprung up left and right and we want to tell you all about…

Following recent events, if you have found yourself re-prioritising your self-care and wellness, we feel you. To ensure the opportunity to…

‘Cause we’re all about that OTT confidence and feeling our best selves, we're giving away five $500 vouchers to go towards…

Attention bookworms, avid readers and aspiring writers, Storyfest Writers Festival (formerly the Somerset Celebration of Literature) is back…

Set on a sprawling 9,000 acre working beef and sheep property in the region of Warialda (just a 5-hour drive from the Gold Coast…

But rather than simply sauntering along to your local park, why not venture slightly further afield (but not too far!), to some absolute…

​If you’ve never been into colouring books, puzzles seem far too mundane, you could ever stay consistent with journaling, we…

Ready for some time off? Wish you could do the Xmas holidays over again? Feeling thirsty? Yeah, us too. From luxe cocktail affairs to…

The Gold Coast is literally bursting with workshops, events, and crafty learning sessions designed to unleash a brighter, happier and…

Yes, Queensland, it's been a while between dances—but as of noon on Monday 14 December, you'll be able to hit the floor…

If there’s one thing synonymous with summer in Australia, it’s festivals. And boy, is there an absolute cracker going down on…

When it comes to an epic road trip, there are a few essential elements to nail. A dope playlist, sprawling scenery and car refreshments are…

Now is the time to pack the essentials and find the perfect spot to pitch your tent.

Our favourite neighbours are planning an unforgettable weekend of curated events, celebrating the fertile farming region that supplies so…

In case you haven’t already noticed, we’re pretty big foodies here at Urban List. Whether it’s at the hottest new…

Swap your overseas holiday for a Queensland road trip and get around in one of these awesome campervans for hire.

It’s safe to say that the Melbourne Cup Carnival will look a little different this year. But if COVID-19 has taught us anything,…

So, to celebrate the border bubble and our newfound freedom, we’re rounding up all the very best places to visit along the northern…

There’s something super intoxicating about visiting a local winery; all you need are some wheels, good mates, and one unlucky…

Take your puzzle-solving skills outdoors at The Granite Belt Maze, a massive wooden maze that you’ll find just outside of…

We’ve got some epic hoers and growers on the Coast, so buckle up your tractor belt and grab a barley sprig, because we’re taking…

Gin, whether it’s served straight, with tonic over ice or mixed in a cocktail, is a perennial favourite of ours. Sure, we love to…

To help balance out all those indulgent extra curricular activities, we’re pulling out the health guns with five epic mountains hikes…

Grab your basket, Tropical Fruit World in the Tweed Valley has opened its avocado orchid and cactus garden for picnics. And you…

2020 has been an interesting year, to say the least. With a temporary pause on regular programming managing to feel like a lifetime,…