14 May 2026 1 more date Flotsam Festival Flotsam surf film and photography festival will ignite spaces across the southern Gold Coast in early May. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivals Burleigh Heads
14 May 2026 3 more dates May Salon Group Art Exhibition This is going to be an art exhibition absolutely full of colour and texture by a diverse range of local artists from Gold Coast and Brisbane. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendly Currumbin Waters
14 May 2026 Hope Island Jazz and Cabaret presents Sweet Thunder Sweet Thunder is a 13 piece jazz orchestra based on the Gold Coast. Music Hope Island
14 May 2026 6 more dates Come From Away – The Musical Based on the story of what took place at Gander International Airport when many planes were diverted there after the September 11 attack on the USA. Arts & cultureMusic Benowa
14 May 2026 Late Night Supper with Frank Sultana Experience an intimate, speakeasy-inspired evening where great food, live blues, and a laid-back atmosphere come together. Exhibitions & festivalsFood & drinkMusic Broadbeach
15 May 2026 1 more date Australian Interschools Surfing Championships This unique event aims to showcase the talent of secondary school students in a tag team format. SportsYouth Miami
15 May 2026 3 more dates Blues on Broadbeach Held throughout the beautiful Broadbeach precinct across four days, the festival is a celebration of live rhythm and blues music. Exhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyMajor eventsMusic Broadbeach
15 May 2026 Little ArtLab – Costumes and Camouflage Little ones can experiment, play and create with art-based activities inspired by HOTA Gallery's current exhibitions. Family friendlyTalks & workshops Surfers Paradise
15 May 2026 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