20 Apr 2025 Easter United Get ready for an unforgettable celebration at the Gold Coast's premier Easter event! An afternoon of family fun to bring together people from all over our city. Community events & fundraisersExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyMarkets Southport
30 Apr 2025 11 more dates Gold Coast Film Festival The Gold Coast Film Festival is a celebration of film and filmmaking hosted in Queensland’s most dynamic screen destination, the Gold Coast. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsMajor eventsTalks & workshops Surfers Paradise
01 May 2025 13 more dates Flotsam Festival Flotsam surf film and photography festival will ignite spaces across the southern Gold Coast in early May. Exhibitions & festivals Coolangatta
01 May 2025 Gold Coast Seniors Health & Lifestyle Expo – Runaway Bay Free information and education for seniors about health and lifestyle. Exhibitions & festivalsSeniors Runaway Bay
03 May 2025 Miss Cook Islands of Queensland An event that is more than just a beauty pageant – it's a vibrant celebration of Cook Islands culture, talent, and community. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyFood & drink Southport
07 May 2025 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival Presented by World Expeditions, the 2025 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is a three-hour celebration of the mountain and adventure sports world. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivals Surfers Paradise
10 May 2025 Gold Coast Water Lantern Festival The Gold Coast Water Lantern Festival is bringing people together for a celebration of light and community! Exhibitions & festivalsFamily friendly Surfers Paradise
15 May 2025 Blues on Broadbeach Free music festival showcasing authentic blues music. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFeatured eventsMajor eventsMusic Broadbeach
22 May 2025 3 more dates Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show Are you ready for four days of non-stop marine action on the Gold Coast? With so much happening, you’ll need a jet ski just to keep up! Exhibitions & festivalsFamily friendly Hope Island