Arts & culture

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Perceptions of Nature Botanical Art Exhibition

The plants and animals of the Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens have been the inspiration for these local artists using a variety of media.

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Elastic Hearts, Featuring the Music of Sia

Queensland Ballet's new bold fusion of contemporary ballet, brought to life with a cinematic score specially recorded by Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

T20 India vs Australia – Live on the Big Screen

Watch the T20 showdown between India and Australia live on the big screen while soaking up the vibrant energy of Aussie and Indian celebrations!

The Mark Pradella Band featuring vocalist Peter Vance

Join the Mark Pradella Band as they perform a smorgasbord of jazz, latin, funk, blues and soul music, with special guest Peter Vance on vocals.

Community Art Installation

Get creative with free crafty activities for all ages! Part of the Surfers Paradise People's Esplanade Pop-Up.

Voices On Stage: A night that will transform you

10 unforgettable stories of resilience, courage, and transformation. From migrants and locals who’ve faced it all and turned struggle into strength.

Project Swing Big Band Twilight Show

A young and energetic big band full of great talent and plays jazz and swing classics and standards as well as Latin, rock and funk in the big band style.

Art Explorers

Join us for Art Explorers – HOTA Gallery tours for little people with big imaginations!

We Make Belonging – In Conversation

Three creative leaders – an artist, a storyteller, and a First Nations creative strategist – explore how we can all play a part in making belonging.