19 Apr 2026 Sea World Foundation Ocean Clean Up Community Event Volunteer to dive below the surface to remove rubbish from our marine ecosystems or contribute to the cause by helping us pick up litter along the shore. Community events & fundraisersFamily friendlyFood & drinkMusicNature Main Beach
05 Jul 2026 Gold Coast Whale & Ocean Festival The Gold Coast's Whale & Ocean Festival is a celebration of the precious ocean that is at the heart of the Gold Coast. Exhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyMarketsNatureSchool holidays Burleigh Heads
18 Jul 2026 Adventure Race Take on the challenge of an epic 6hr adventure race on the Gold Coast!... Major eventsNatureSports Surfers Paradise
01 Aug 2026 Botanical Bazaar The Botanical Bazaar is the Gold Coast's premier Gardening and Sustainability Festival. Exhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyMarketsNature Nerang