GOLD COAST EVENTS

Events may be subject to change. Please check with the event organisers before booking.

BROADBEACH ART & CRAFT MARKETS

1st & 3rd Sunday of every month

The Art & Craft Markets are open every 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month, between 8 am - 2 pm, weather permitting.

Art and Craft on the Coast, Broadbeach

1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 8am–2pm (next: 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct)

Stalls from 150-plus local artists, craftspeople, and makers fill Kurrawa and Pratten Park every fortnight. Browse handmade jewellery, ceramics, textiles, and original art steps from the beach. Brilliant for a relaxed Sunday morning before brunch.

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Koi Sunset Sessions

Monday to Saturday through 31 August 2026, 3–6pm

Koi’s afternoon sessions bring together modern Australian coastal cuisine and a relaxed warm-weather vibe at one of Broadbeach’s favourite waterfront dining spots. Ideal for a laid-back afternoon bite or a sundowner before dinner.

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Seafood Sundays at Maggie Choo

Every Sunday through September 2026, 12–5pm

An indulgent weekly ritual: fresh seafood, chilled drinks, and a lively Sunday atmosphere right on Oracle Boulevard. Great for a long, leisurely lunch in between exploring the beach and the boardwalk.

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Crafted Beer and Cider Festival

Saturday 12 September 2026

Over 60 craft breweries and cider makers descend on Kurrawa Park for the Gold Coast edition of Australia’s premier craft beer showcase. Tastings, food, live entertainment, and the 2026 ten-year anniversary edition, all a short walk from the hotel.

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Pacific Airshow Gold Coast

14–16 August 2026

One of the world’s largest airshows brings thrilling aerial displays to the Gold Coast’s famous beachfront. Watch precision aerobatic teams, military jets, and historic aircraft perform over the ocean from a prime viewing position.

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Gold Coast Show 2026

29–31 August 2026

The annual Gold Coast Show celebrates agriculture, entertainment, and community with rides, showbags, livestock displays, and live performances across the long weekend. A Gold Coast tradition worth the short drive to Southport.

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BLEACH Festival 2026

1–11 October 2026

BLEACH Festival transforms Home of the Arts into a hub of contemporary performance, music, and live spectacle. Ten days of acts on the Outdoor Stage and intimate shows throughout the precinct make this one of the Gold Coast’s standout cultural events of the year.

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Koala Breakfast at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Daily through 5 October 2026

Feed kangaroos, meet a koala, and sit down for a buffet breakfast surrounded by native wildlife. A 25-minute drive south of Broadbeach and a must-do for first-time visitors or families looking for a memorable Gold Coast morning.

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