Luminous Festival Parade

Saturday 23 August 2025 | 02:00 PM

For the second time, Luminous in the Regions returns to the Gold Coast, and we are excited to invite communities to be part of this festival, in which we celebrate our cultural diversity.

One of the key elements of this parade is that our community illuminates the sky with the spectacular handmade lanterns they crafted. We will be hosting workshops to create these lanterns.

This parade fosters welcoming spaces and a sense of belonging for new Queenslanders. It promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with magnificent lanterns, live music, and performances from around the world.

Let’s come together in unity and celebrate the beautiful cultural richness we have on the Gold Coast.

The event is co-organised with Multicultural Australia and supported by SBS Audio SBS Australia and the City of Gold Coast.

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.