06 Oct 2026 BEACON A bright and bold BEACON of belonging this epic, large-scale installation becomes a landmark for joy across the 10 days of BLEACH Festival. Surfers Paradise Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyMusicSchool holidays
06 Oct 2026 5 more dates BLEACH Festival BLEACH Festival is back like you've never seen it before. Surfers Paradise Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyMajor events
06 Oct 2026 5 more dates PERSPECTA II – 7 Artists exploring LAND, SEA, RIVER and HOME PERSPECTA II invites visitors to step into a continuing dialogue between artists and the environments that surround, shape and inspire us. Currumbin Waters Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendly
06 Oct 2026 Shannon Marshall & The Souls Almighty Join us for an unforgettable evening of jazz with the Shannon Marshall and The Souls Almighty. Southport Arts & cultureMusic
07 Oct 2026 Lecture Me: Wes Hill + Tutorial ~ Meg Stoios 2PP presents lectures on Contemporary art from Kim Stokes, Dirk Yates and Wes Hill at Fradgley Hall, Burleigh Heads. Burleigh Heads Arts & cultureTalks & workshops
08 Oct 2026 Adventure Reels Film Tour The Adventure Reels Tour brings the world's best action sport films to the big screen. Surfers Paradise Arts & culture
09 Oct 2026 ArtBeat Music and Arts Festival An annual festival that showcases the artistic talents of mental health consumers and provides a platform for creativity, self-expression and awareness. Southport Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivals
09 Oct 2026 7 more dates Rock On Ice – The Variety Ice Skating Show An electrifying ice skating spectacular that celebrates the evolution of rock music from the 1950s to today's biggest anthems. Surfers Paradise Arts & cultureFamily friendlySchool holidays
10 Oct 2026 3 more dates Gold Coast Open House Explore your city! The Gold Coast Architecture Festival is a celebration of the urban landscape, highlighting the extraordinary local buildings, places and spaces. Arts & cultureFamily friendlyTalks & workshops
10 Oct 2026 ArtLab BLEACH Festival Edition – Psychedelic Kaleidoscopes ArtLab workshops respond to HOTA Gallery exhibitions, providing kids with the opportunity to explore ideas, materials and techniques and create unique artworks of their own. Surfers Paradise Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyTalks & workshops
10 Oct 2026 Sounds of Brasil with Maria Gadú A once in a lifetime chance to the acclaimed see Maria Gadú. Enjoy the rich diversity of Brazilian music, from bossa nova to forró, samba to MPB. Surfers Paradise Arts & cultureFamily friendlyMajor eventsMusic
11 Oct 2026 Quiet Hour at BEACON Vist BEACON during our Quiet Hour for a relaxed and calm environment for anyone who prefers a quieter visitor experience. Surfers Paradise Arts & cultureFamily friendlySchool holidays