Flotsam Festival

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Friday 01 May 2026 | 06:00 AM

Burleigh Heads
Flotsam surf film and photography festival will ignite spaces across the southern Gold Coast in early May.
Catch the  Flotsam Festival as it rolls across the Gold Coast with surf film and photo pop up events spanning beachside towns from Burleigh to Coolangatta.

Flotsam's two week pixel party hosts free and ticketed events including photo exhibitions staged indoor and out, beachside surf cinema nights, live music and more.

Don't miss the Flotsam Festival party wave – only on the Gold Coast, only in May.

Accessibility information

  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.

Getting there

Consider using public transport or active travel. Plan your trip with Translink's journey planner.

Parking may be limited. For metered parking, use the EasyPark app to start, end, and extend your parking direct from your phone to avoid fines. For more information visit City of Gold Coast's Parking page.

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