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Gold Coast major events guide 2021

We Are Gold Coast has compiled a guide of all major events happening in the city in 2021 from sports competitions to arts and cultural festivals. Read more

The Gold Coast’s best vintage stores

Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Summer

Shopping sustainably and avoiding fast fashion is a choice – and is one we are encouraging Gold Coasters to consciously make. Read more

Cooly Rocks on as Elvis brings a Viva twist to the legendary festival

Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Music

Australia’s largest Rock ‘n’ Roll and nostalgia festival, Cooly Rocks On will be returning to the stunning Coolangatta beachfront in June and will welcome the spirit of VIVA Surfers Paradise. Read more

Gold Coast Summer of Music – The Ultimate Gig Guide

Arts & Culture, Summer

It’s been a tough year for lovers of live music. While they’ve been hit hard by the consequences of COVID-19, the people, performers, fans and venues who make up our local music scene have been innovative in adapting to accommodate ever-shifting restrictions with seated, socially distanced and online shows. Read more

Covid, Carols, and Christmas at Currumbin with Casey Barnes

Arts & Culture, Music

Australian country rock royalty and local legend Casey Barnes has ridden the wave of 2020 to new career heights. Having racked up a new chart-topping album, an ARIA Award nomination, and a State of Origin performance all in-the-midst of a global pandemic, Casey is no stranger to taking risks and embracing the unknown. Read more

Gold Coast arts festival goes Beyond The Sand for 10th anniversary

Arts & Culture, Lifestyle

The annual Sand Safari Arts Festival will return to the Gold Coast next March as Beyond the Sand for its 10th anniversary. Read more

Groundwater rises again in 2021

Arts & Culture, Music, Summer

As the days get longer and the Gold Coast dives into another iconic summer, one of Australia’s fastest growing country music festivals is set to return to the streets, parks, and bars throughout Broadbeach… Only this time —turning up the heat! Read more

Gold Coast Christmas Carols: The Ultimate Festive Guide

Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Music

Despite the tumultuous year that has been, the Gold Coast’s festive spirit is alive and well this holiday season, with a range of fabulous Christmas events on offer across the City throughout December. Here are our picks for nine of the best events we’ve seen so far. Read more

HOTA Gallery exhibition program announced

Arts & Culture

HOTA, Home of the Arts have announced the first exhibitions you can expect to see in the new HOTA Gallery next year. After nearly 3 years of construction this is a really exciting time for us, and we can’t wait to throw open the doors on 10 April 2021. Read more

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