04 Apr 2026 Print Like Matisse A printmaking workshop recommended for ages 6–12, drawing on the practice of renowned twentieth-century modernist Henri Matisse. School holidaysTalks & workshops Surfers Paradise
09 Apr 2026 1 more date Free Mental Health First Aid Training Free mental health first aid training delivered by Australian Red Cross in partnership with the City of Gold Coast Disaster & Emergency Management Unit. Talks & workshops Ashmore
11 Apr 2026 ArtLab – Pompeiian Paper Pots at HOTA Gallery Providing kids with the opportunity to explore ideas, materials and techniques that respond to HOTA Gallery exhibitions to create unique artworks of their own. Family friendlyTalks & workshops Surfers Paradise
11 Apr 2026 Art Write Now – Write a Better Future Take part in thought-provoking discussion in a safe space to fuel your creative writing dreams and get your words onto the page! Talks & workshops Surfers Paradise
12 Apr 2026 Love, Desire, Attachment Meditation Workshop Learn the difference between love and attachment, why attachment leads to dissatisfaction and how meditation helps develop genuine love and patience. Talks & workshops Robina
13 Apr 2026 4 more dates Broadbeach Bricks Broadbeach will transform into a LEGO lover’s paradise as Broadbeach Bricks returns for its 4th annual celebration, bigger, brighter and more exciting than ever! Exhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlySchool holidaysTalks & workshops Broadbeach
15 Apr 2026 3 more dates Aussie Dance Tour Get ready for an extraordinary dance extravaganza as the Aussie Dance Tour makes its way to the stunning Gold Coast. Talks & workshopsYouth Carrara
15 Apr 2026 Youth Homelessness Matters Day – A Gold Coast Perspective Free Event Centring the voices of young people with lived and living experience, focused on raising awareness, sparking conversation, and celebrating young people. Arts & cultureCommunity events & fundraisersFamily friendlyTalks & workshopsYouth Surfers Paradise
17 Apr 2026 Little ArtLab – Memory Jars: Messages to the Future Little ones can experiment, play and create with art-based activities inspired by HOTA Gallery's current exhibitions. Family friendlyTalks & workshops Surfers Paradise