16 Aug 2025 World Taekwondo President’s Cup (Oceania) and Australian Open The Gold Coast is set to host two major Taekwondo events: the 2025 Australian Open and World Taekwondo President’s Cup in August. Major eventsSports Carrara
16 Aug 2025 Currumbin Crime Writers Festival A new two-day festival for crime fiction lovers and aspiring writers, featuring workshops, Q&As with publishing professionals, author talks, panels and book signings — all set in Currumbin. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsMajor events Currumbin
16 Aug 2025 HART Premier Netball League The state's best netballers compete on the Gold Coast for the HART Premier Netball League! Family friendlySports Carrara
16 Aug 2025 50 more dates Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets A free, family-friendly outdoor shopping experience by the beachside, every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 9pm. Family friendlyMarkets Surfers Paradise
16 Aug 2025 Pro Wrestling Australia Live PWA Black Label debuts at the Cooly bringing the bevi’s, beats and brawls in this unique 18+ live pro wresting event! Sports Coolangatta
17 Aug 2025 27 more dates Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale Carrara Markets is famous for its Sunday morning Car Boot Sale!... Markets Carrara
17 Aug 2025 Dreamworld Fun Run Sprint, jog, or stroll through Dreamworld and WhiteWater world, passing through colour zones, entertainment, and more! Community events & fundraisersFamily friendlySportsYouth Coomera
17 Aug 2025 41 more dates The Robina Farmers Market The Robina Farmers Market at Robina State High School – bringing together fresh produce, artisan goods, gourmet food, live music and community vibes every week. Food & drinkMarkets Robina
17 Aug 2025 19 more dates HOTA Farmers and Artisan Market The HOTA Markets are one of the Gold Coast's most vibrant community markets, held every Sunday morning, in the iconic HOTA precinct. Markets Surfers Paradise