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When it comes to special events, the Gold Coast always delivers with seasons of spectacular events all year-round. The Coast has thumping sounds showcased in theatres, venues and outdoor stadiums to ensure a rocking good time for all while providing a real sense of surfside occasion. Consider this your personal invitation to some of the biggest and best gigs ever staged. Surfers Paradise LIVE offers the perfect mix of culture, food, wine and music. Broadbeach is the home of internationally acclaimed music events including the iconic Blues and Country Music Festivals. Head south to to embrace the sights and sounds of 50’s and 60’s nostalgia at Cooly Rocks On. For a unique blend of and music, hit the Castrol Gold Coast 600 V8 Supercars where you can hear the roar of the V8s by day and rock all night to headline entertainment. MARCH 2017 14-25 25-28 25-2 31-16

QUIKSILVER AND ROXY PRO STREET AUSTRALIAN SURF LIFESAVING BLEACH* ENTERTAINMENT CHAMPIONSHIPS CHAMPIONSHIPS With some of the greatest waves in the world at Bleach* Festival is the premiere arts Festival our doorstep, the Gold Coast is the natural home Held over three days, clowns, mimes, magicians, The Aussies is not simply Australia’s largest on the Gold Coast, drawing its inspiration from of the Quiksilver and Roxy Pro - the first event jugglers, dancers and performers will take to annual sporting competition. It is a whole lot coastal culture. Bleach* brings together high on the ASP World Tour and ASP Women’s World stages across Surfers Paradise in a carnival of more. From swimming to skis, from boards to calibre artists from around Australia and the Tour, unrivalled as the most prestigous light and laughter as they vie for the crowd’s boats, everything we do, every event in which we Gold Coast for a 10 day celebration of pop up art competitions. For more information click here. attention. compete is there for a single purpose, to save lives installations and exhibitions, contemporary music on the beach. performances, outdoor programs, street parties, theatre, fashion and ideas. For more information click here. APRIL 2017 1 8 8-9

SEAFIRE THE COOLY CLASSIC COOLANGATTA OCEAN SWIM GOLD COAST TRIATHLON - GOLD COAST Seafire is a night of hypnotic performance and thrilling fireworks Coolangatta is world famous for its and the Cooly above Surfers Paradise Beach. Watch two teams of ’s Classic celebrates the very essence of this iconic location. Swim The Luke Harrop Memorial is the final event of the Gatorade greatest pyros go head-to-head in the skies above the foreshore, the Cooly Classic and conquer three of Australia’s most revered Queensland Tri Series. Set at the Broadwater Parklands on the Gold lighting up Surfers Paradise with cutting-edge fireworks timed to a surf breaks - , Coolangatta and Kirra. Whether Coast, the venue is the perfect location for family, friends and work- thumping musical beat. you’re an ironman or ironwoman contender looking for a hit-out, or mates to get involved in Queensland’s largest tri series. For more a newcomer to ocean swimming, the Cooly Classic has an option information click here. for you. Fore more information click here. 19-30 28-30

GOLD COAST SURFERS PARADISE LIVE

Get ready for the red carpet! See movie premieres, celebrity guest appearances, film making seminars Surfers Paradise LIVE will showcase a diverse, eclectic mix of music genres with multiple stages and the very best of all things pop culture, sci fi, fantasy, and more! For more information click throughout the precinct, so no matter where you are in Surfers Paradise you’ll hear the sounds of the here. best raw, live music. What’s better than good music? Music in paradise that’s LIVE and free! For more information click here. MAY 2017 18-21 21-28 25-28

BLUES ON BROADBEACH SANCTUARY COVE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW

The multi-award winning Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival is The World Badminton Mixed Team Championship. For the first time The annual four-day event offers the ultimate in marine lifestyle. back! Visit Broadbeach to see some of the world’s best performers in history, the prestigious 2017 Total BWF Sudirman Cup will be held Marvel at a myriad of on-water, pavilion and open-air displays on outdoor stages and in venues throughout the area. There’s no on Australia’s stunning Gold Coast. Home to gorgeous, long white including luxury cruisers, power and sailmultihulls, and super yachts. need to buy a ticket, Blues on Broadbeach is completely free! For sandy beaches, amazing wildlife and some of the best theme parks more information click here. in the world, come to see the best of the best play, and stay for all the fun. For more information click here. JUNE 2017 10-23 7-11

AUSTRALIAN OPEN - BOWLS COOLY ROCKS ON

Staged annually, the Australian Open is the richest and most prestigious event on the Australian bowls Cooly Rocks On is a 50s and 60s based nostalgia festival run over the borders of Coolangatta and calendar. In June 2017, the event will again be hosted across more than 12 Gold Coast clubs. The event Tweed Heads. The festival consists of a car show of 1200+ hot rods, custom and classic cars and Rock attracts the sport’s premier players from across the globe, with more than 2,000 players descending on ‘n Roll, Rockabilly and Swing entertainment. Over 11 days, Cooly Rocks On delivers shows, displays the region for the 13 day festival of bowls. and fun for all the family. The festival is free to enter. JULY 2017 1-2 7-16 28-30

GOLD COAST AIRPORT MARATHON VIVA SURFERS PARADISE BROADBEACH COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL

This IAAF Road Race Gold Label event features a marathon, half Viva Surfers Paradise is back as they pay tribute to the life and music Saddle up and get set for the Broadbeach Country Music Festival. marathon, 10km run, 5.7km challenge and junior dash races for of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis Presley with 50s and 60s fun all The best bit is you don’t need a ticket; the Broadbeach Country the kids over 4km and 2km. More than 25,000 people from around week long! Live performances, vintage stalls, rock ‘n’ roll dancing Music Festival is completely free. Featuring local, Australian and the world are set to participate in 2016 and lap up the magnificent and more! International country acts. So get your Stetson out, and dust off running climate, as well as the flat, fast and beautiful course that runs those old cowboy boots for three days and nights of incredible, alongside the Pacific Ocean. boot scootin’ entertainment across outdoor stages and throughout venues in Broadbeach. AUGUST 2017 AUGUST

BROADBEACH JAZZ FESTIVAL

Jazz up your life to the rhythm and the beat of the Broadbeach Jazz Festival. This completely free and non-ticketed festival features a host of local and Australian jazz greats performing on outdoor stages and in venues throughout Broadbeach. Book a room in Broadbeach to soak up the truly incredible festival atmosphere at the annual Broadbeach Jazz Festival. SEPTEMBER 2017 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER

SWELL SCULPTURE FESTIVAL THE SURFERS PARADISE KIDS WEEK

Swell Sculpture Festival is a free outdoor exhibition of visual splendour amongst the natural coastal Enjoy a free family friendly event in Surfers Paradise celebrating all things kids. Kids Week is loaded setting at Currumbin Beach.Over 10 days, visitors can experience sculpture, twilight walks, artist talks, with fun activities for all ages with plenty to see and do, including balloon twisting, cupcake decorating, artist master classes, childrens workshops or wander through the Swell Smalls Gallery. character appearances and loads more! Mark it in your diary now, this will be a show the kids won’t want to miss. OCTOBER 2016 OCTOBER OCTOBER OCTOBER OCTOBER

OPERA IN THE PARK GOLD COAST RENAISSANCE FAIRE NETFEST GLITTER FESTIVAL

Spread your blanket and kick back under the Return to the Golden Age of swashbuckling NetFest is Netball Australia’s 18 plus mass Glitter is an arts festival that embraces diversity, stars for Opera in the Park, with music from world adventure, Shakespeare, pirates, Musketeers, participation netball event offering a choice of encourages freedom of expression and celebrates famous Opera and Broadway shows in Kurrawa jousting and romance! Enter the world of The Game traditional (outdoor) or beach netball tournaments, the unique personality of the Gold Coast. Now in Park, Broadbeach. of Thrones, DaVinci’s Demons, the Musketeers supported by a range of social activities. its second year, Glitter 2016 will deliver a varied and Reign.Join in the fun and pageantry! Don a program of quality local, national and international costume and enter the Royal contest, try your hand artists in cabaret, theatre, art gallery displays, at juggling, play a game of skill, or take aim with , community, events and much more. bow and arrow and win a Queen’s favour! OCTOBER OCTOBER OCTOBER

COATES HIRE COOLANGATTA GOLD BUSKERS BY THE CREEK CASTROL GOLD COAST 600

The iconic Coates Hire Coolangatta Gold surf endurance race In a celebration of the old-fashioned art of busking, over 200 Race by day and Rock all night at the Gold Coast 600, as motorsport’s returns! With the short course taking place on the Saturday, and the performers will showcase their talents along the banks of Currumbin biggest international names join forces with our local V8 racing stars long course and Youth Challenge occurring on the Sunday, come creek. People of all ages will soak up the atmosphere, vibe and for this one off appearance on the streets of Surfers Paradise. The and watch the athletes take on the ultimate challenge, and enjoy a sunshine and immerse themselves in the melting pot of creativity, Gold Coast 600 has become one of the iconic Gold Coast events weekend full of free activities and action. culture and surprise. featuring a fantastic mix of spectacular V8 Supercar racing and some of music’s biggest names. NOVEMBER 2017 NOVEMBER

JUPITERS PAN PACIFIC MASTERS GAMES

The 2016 Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games are a celebration of masters sport with both fierce and friendly competition including a jam-packed entertainment program at the official Games Village at the end of each day. The world’s biggest and best biennial masters games will showcase competition in more than 40 team and individual sports. DECEMBER 2017 DECEMBER DECEMBER DECEMBER DECEMBER

AUSTRALIAN PGA CHAMPIONSHIP BROADBEACH CHRISTMAS CAROLS CAROLS ON THE BEACH NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS SURFERS PARADISE Australia’s oldest Professional golf tournament, Join everyone under the stars for the annual 5, 4, 3, 2, 1... Happy New Year! The place to say the Australian PGA Championship will return to Broadbeach Christmas Carols in Kurrawa Park. Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy an evening of goodbye to 2016 and hello to 2017 is amid the the Gold Coast in 2017. With AU$1.25 million in Enjoy an afternoon jam-packed with kid’s activities singing with the whole family. Santa will be joining most spectacular fireworks display in South East prize money up for grabs the tournament is sure and incredible entertainment filled with Christmas in on the fun. This is a free event quite like no other, Queensland. The Surfers Paradise Foreshore will to attract a stellar line up of both Australian and spirit and joy. held right on the iconic Surfers Paradise Beach. once again prove it is the place to celebrate New international stars. Year’s Eve. Bring your sparklers, party hats and picnic blankets and see in the New Year with your loved ones. JANUARY 2018 JANUARY JANUARY JANUARY

PACIFIC FAIR MAGIC MILLIONS POLO JEEP MAGIC MILLIONS CARNIVAL AND RACEDAY GATORADE QUEENSLAND TRI SERIES - ROUND 5 ROBINA The Magic Millions January Sales and Raceday Carnival is a week- The Gold Coast provides the perfect environment for Australia’s long celebration of equine sports. Magic Millions is the largest Greatest Summer Racing Carnival - the 2017 Jeep Magic Millions Gatorade Queensland Triathlon Series is kicking off 2017 at Robina! thoroughbred auction house in the Southern Hemisphere and is host Carnival and Race Day. Experience the thrill and excitement, at any This will be an action packed weekend with Race 2 of the Australia to Australia’s first $10 Million raceday. The next jewel to be added of the week-long events and activities held at a variety of locations Junior Triathlon Series and Kool Kids event on the Saturday and QTS to the Magic Millions Carnival crown was clear – Pacific Fair Magic around the Gold Coast. Combining horse sales, racing and fun, and Enticer events on the Sunday. Millions Polo. come and share the magic and have the time of your life! JANUARY JANUARY

BURLEIGH PRO 2017 AUSTRALIA DAY ON THE GOLD COAST

The Burleigh Pro is a (WSL) sanctioned event for both men’s and women’s. Some of Head to the Gold Coast this Australia Day.Whether it’s a beachside BBQ, paddle boarding, or a day at the world’s best surfers will battle it out against the local talent at the iconic Burleigh Headlands beach. the Gold Coast Turf Club celebrating trackside in the sun, the Gold Coast is the place to be on the most patriotic day of the year. FEBRUARY 2018 FEBRUARY

SAND SAFARI

Come and admire the art of sand sculpting as each sculptor competes in this year’s Australian Sand Sculpting Championships. Let the magic of sand sculpting take you to an enchanted wonderland as the Surfers Paradise Foreshore & various locations across the Gold Coast come to life. OUR HOME GROUND GOLD COAST SUNS AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE GOLD COAST TITANS NATIONAL RUGBY LEAGUE

Catch the Gold Coast SUNS in action from April - August on the Gold Coast. Experience Metricon Kick back at kick-off with the family and experience all there is on offer at Cbus Super Stadium! There Stadium, voted by AFL fans across the country as the number one venue and match day experience in promises to be titanic hits and epic tries plus plenty of off-field action too including the all new Active the competition. For more information click here. Zone plus so much more. For more information click here.