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Gold Coast Events in 2010
This page contains information about some of the major Gold Coast events in 2010. I try to update it regularly to include more information about events as the information becomes available. With each entry I also make some suggestions for places to stay nearby plus hints and tips from my own experiences. If there is an event you are looking for and it is not here, please contact me directly and I will try to find out the information for you. Latest update: 14 August 2010
Gold Coast Events - January 2010January is the height of summer in the Gold Coast, expect very warm, humid days, summer storms and balmy nights. It is a time when Australia is on holiday. You will need to book early for accommodation. Magic Millions Horse Sales and CarnivalFriday 1 to Sunday 17 January 2010Gold Coast Race Course, Bundall Carnival and horse sales. Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions Race Day Saturday 9 January 2010. Sale dates 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15 & 17 January 2010 Australian Womens Hardcourt Tennis ChampionshipsSunday 3 to Sunday 10 January 2010 I have put this here because previously the Womens Hardcourt Championships were held at Royal Pines in the Gold Coast. With the building of the new State Tennis Centre these championships have been merged with the men's as a lead up meet to the Australian Open. If you are planning on visiting the new tennis center is close to the Tennyson Railway station and is approximately 10kms south of the center of Brisbane, near Yeerongpilly. Staunch Energy Drink National Finals RodeoThursday 7 to Sunday 10 January 2010 SummaFieldDayze Gold CoastSaturday 9 January 2010 Last year we could hear it all from our balcony on the other side of the Broadwater! It's a HUGE party, but not one for the faint hearted. It is highly recommended that you catch public transport to this event. Shuttles running from Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise and Helensvale Train Station. Or Ride from Parklands Show Grounds. Last scheduled train back to Brisbane on Saturday night is 11.45pm. Official website SummaDayze. Big Day Out Gold CoastSunday 17 January 2010 November 2009 update - Big Day Out 2010 GoldCoast line up announced including Lily Allen and Mars Volta Sideshows.
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Gold Coast Events - February 2010February is the last official month of summer in the Gold Coast. The weather is usually very hot and humid, with summer storms possible. It is still a busy month with some states finishing school holidays this month and universities still on summer break.Good Vibrations FestivalSaturday 20 February 2010Parklands Showgrounds, Southport This is an over 18s event only. Information from www.gvf.com.au Best places to stay for this event include Southport, Labrador or Runaway Bay. Quiksilver Pro Gold CoastSaturday 27 February to Wednesday 10 March 2010 Most surfing spots are in the southern end of the Gold Coast, so it is best to stay in suburbs such as Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach, Currumbin, Tugun, Bilinga, Kirra or Coolangatta to be closer to the action.
Roxy Pro Gold CoastSaturday 27 February to Wednesday 10 March 2010 Good suburbs to stay close to the action include Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach, Currumbin, Tugun, Bilinga, Kirra or Coolangatta to be closer to the action.
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Gold Coast Events - March 2010March is the first month in Autumn on the Gold Coast. The weather is still very warm although starting to cool by the end of the month. It is a great time to visit the Gold Coast especially if you don't have to visit during Australian School holidays.
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Gold Coast Events - April 2010
April is a is often a fabulous month on the Gold Coast. Not too hot, not too humid! School holidays often fall during April, sometimes around Easter holidays but not always so check for school holidays.2010 Gold Coast Motor Bike Week
Easter 2010 - Date Moved from August
Queensland Raceway, Ipswich - Venue Moved From Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast
The former Gold Coast Bike Week event, held at Carrara for the last 10 years moved to the Queensland Raceway, home of Motor Racing. The totally revamped Bike Week was held at the Ipswich circuit racing venue at Easter 2010.
Popera On The Broadwater
10 April 2010Broadwater Event Parklands, Southport Foreshore, Southport
Free outdoor concert featuring Pop-Opera classics. Held at Broadwater Parklands. A great opportunity to get friends and family together for a picnic.
Kicks off 6pm and runs through to 8.30pm. Five Performers will keep you entertained with blockbusters from Broadway such as The Lion King, Mamma Mia, Jesus Christ Superstar, Phantom and Wicked.
Luke Harrop Memorial Race Gold Coast Triatholon
18 April 2010Broadwater Event Parklands, Southport Foreshore, Southport
There are several classes to choose from:
- Elite Olympic Distance of 1.5km Swim / 40km Cycle / 10km Run. Approved athletes only
- Gold Coast Tri of 750m Swim / 20km Cycle / 5km Run. Minimum age 12 years.
- Enticer Triathlon of 300m Swim / 10km Cycle / 2km Run. Miniumum age 11 years.
- The Courier Mail Superkidz Tri of 100m Swim / 3km Cycle / 500m Run. 7 to 11 years.
Best places to stay close to triathlon start include Southport, Labrador, Surfers Paradise and Main Beach.
More information about the Gold Coast triathlon.
Commonwealth Games Queen’s Baton
Wednesday 21 April 2010 at 1.30pmBroadwater Parkland Event Lawn, Southport Foreshore, Marine Parade, Southport
Come along to Broadwater Parklands to welcome the Commonwealth Games Queen’s Baton to the Gold Coast at 1.30pm on Wednesday 21st April 2010.
The local Indian community will be entertaining us “Bollywood”style plus a gymnastics display by Gold Coast Gymnastics Club.
Watch local Gold Coaster and Commonwealth and Olympic champion, Emma Snowsill pass the baton to Gold Coast City Mayor Ron Clarke.
ANZAC Day Services
ANZAC DAY 25 April
Various locations and times around Gold Coast
Across the Gold Coast there will be ANZAC Day services including the famous dawn service at Burleigh Heads.
For more details of the services held throughout the day, please check the GCCC website
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Gold Coast Events - May 2010
May is yet another fabulous Gold Coast month and is often quiet with no school holidays during this month.In The Bin Short Film Festival 2010
TBA May 2010Currumbin Parklands (opposite Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary)
Films are screened at sunset. Take a picnic and rug for a real family outing. This event used to be held in September each year, but in 2010 has been moved to May. Details to follow.
Blend Festival Surfers Paradise
TBA May 2010
Surfers Paradise
New in 2009, I am hoping the Blend Festival will return in 2010. It was been designed to showcase Surfers Paradise. Live music, retro cinema, fashion events and a chalk art festival.
Prime Ministers Cup
Saturday 8 May 2010
Gold Coast Racecourse, Bundall
What a great excuse to dress up and go to the races!
Bundall is located just behind Surfers Paradise a little south of Chevron Island bridge, which makes Surfers Paradise probably the closest place to stay.
Alternatives include Broadbeach accommodation options and resorts such as RACV Royal Pines Resort, Radisson Palm Meadows or Royal Woods Resort.
Gold Coast Fashion Week 2010 Swim 10
TBA May 2010Location - Various TBC
Gold Coast Fashion Week 2010 will be themed Swim 10. Reflecting one of Australia's most popular holiday destinations, the theme for the week will be Swimwear, Summer-Wear and Holiday-Wear.
Local and international designers will showcase their products for the industry buyers and there will be public access too. More information www.goldcoastfashionweek.com.au.
Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
Thursday 20 to Sunday 23 May 2010
Sanctuary Cove
This year is the 22nd anniversary of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, there are plans afoot for it to be a sensational show.
If you get in and book early you might get a spot in Sanctuary Cove!
Hope Island is the next closest, after that you are best to stay around Southport, Labrador or Surfers Paradise for relatively easy access.
There is a park and ride service that runs from Parklands Showgrounds in Southport, which is why I suggest these areas as alternatives.
This year you can buy tickets online at the boat show website.
Tamborine Mountain Scarecrow Festival
TBA MAY or JUNE 2010
Mount Tamborine
Fun and so unusual! Worth a look if you are in the area. Mount Tamborine is about a 45 minute to 1 hour drive from Surfers Paradise.
Judging is on Friday night, so the best days to visit are Saturday and Sunday.
This will cost you nothing, but I bet you will have a great laugh! More info at their scarecrow website!
Blues on Broadbeach Festival
Thursday 27 to Sunday 30 May 2010
Broadbeach
This annual festival is very popular with locals and visitors alike. The best place to stay is undoubtedly Broadbeach!
You will be able to find more details about the program as it comes to hand. If you like blues this is the place to be the last weekend in May on the Gold Coast!
The Coffee Festival Gold Coast
TBCAppel Park, Surfers Paradise
Unfortunately, this event was postponed and then cancelled in 2009. Awaiting news for 2010.
Gold Coast Events - June 2010
I often wonder at the month of June on the Gold Coast - how can this be winter? There are school holidays spanning mid June to mid July, which affects the price of accommodation!Wintersun Festival
Friday 4 June May to Monday 14 June 2010
Coolangatta
Get out your 50's gear, and prepare to wind back the clock! It's hard to get in and out of Coolangatta during the big weekend days. They have reviewed the festival for this year so expect some changes!
There's lots on, so to get the real feel of this why not stay in the heart of Coolangatta. Other areas close by include Tweed Heads and Kirra.
GC Bazaar
Cancelled in 2009 Likely will not go ahead in 2010 eitherVarious locations around the Gold Coast
Annual Festival of food, fashion and fun during June on the Gold Coast. Run by Gold Coast Tourism. 2009 event cancelled - this may be cancelled permanently?
Beaudesert Country and Horse Festival
TBA June 2010Beaudesert
25 different events over the 10 days - some are free some require tickets. Family Fun Day. Approximately 1 hour drive from both Brisbane and Gold Coast.
Tamborine Mountain Scarecrow Festival
TBA MAY or JUNE 2010
Mount Tamborine
Fun and so unusual! Worth a look if you are in the area. Mount Tamborine is about a 45 minute to 1 hour drive from Surfers Paradise.
Judging is on Friday night, so the best days to visit are Saturday and Sunday.
This will cost you nothing, but I bet you will have a great laugh! More info at their scarecrow website!
A La Carte in the Park
Cancelled in 2009 TBA 2010.
Mitchell Park, Southport on Marine Parade near North Street intersection.
This annual event is very popular and is part of GC Bazaar.
Best places to stay include Southport and Labrador.
Burleigh Winter Solstice Festival
TBC June 2010 - 3pm to 9pm
Burleigh
Free Admission
From 3pm onwards head down to the streets of Burleigh to discover an Australian winter wonderland with entertainment for the kids and adults, food and even some magic! Even better admission is free, but take some money to spend on the stalls. More information Burleigh Solstice Festival website.
Mudgeeraba Show 2010
Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 June 2010
Mudgeeraba Showgrounds, Mudgeeraba
The Mudgeeraba Show on the Gold Coast at the Mudgeeraba Showgrounds is a great opportunity to meet the locals and experience a good Aussie Country Show. See livestock displays, feel the Show atmosphere, enjoy the entertainment, eat some local home made treats and take home some unique souvenirs.
Mudgeeraba is about 10 minutes drive from Robina, about 25 minutes from Broadbeach and 30 minutes from Surfers Paradise.
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Gold Coast Events - July 2010
BRRRR mid-winter in the Gold Coast! July can be stunning or cold! But us locals feel the cold more than visitors - I know that because we are all wearing jumpers and jeans and visitors are in shorts and t-shirts!Gold Coast Marathon
Sunday 4 July 2010Gold Coast Highway, starts at Southport Broadwater Parklands opposite Australia Fair
Also known as the 2010 Gold Coast Airport Marathon, the full marathon goes down to the airport and back to Southport.
Events include full Marathon, half Marathon, 10km Run, 7.5km Walk and Junior Dash. Options for just about all ages and talents. Plenty to see and be involved in along the way. Local radio station broadcasts music to help keep everyone going! If you are staying along the route, you might end up with a fairly early wake up call!
Roads are generally closed off from around 4.30am. Reopenings are varied along the route.
Gold Coast Marathon course maps. Marathon extends from Coolangatta in the South to Northern Labrador in the North and the roads affected are those along the Gold Coast Highway and surrounding streets.
Best to stay near the start and finish! Southport, Labrador, Main Beach and Surfers Paradise are the best options.
Broadbeach Restaurant Week
Friday 16 July to Sunday 25 July 2010
Restaurants around Broadbeach
2010 is the 2nd annual Broadbeach Restaurant Week. This was a big hit in 2009 and have also been run with great success in London, NY and Melbourne! And, now Gold Coast, Australia.
Broadbeach is the choice since it is renowned as the dining Mecca of the Gold Coast. Three course dinners will be on offer at restaurants with a set price across the board so you know exactly how much it will cost you.
Menus in 2009 were set at either $35 or $55 for the three course meals.
Champagne Brasserie is a fabulous french restaurant in Broadbeach. A great way to experience this top class restaurant.
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Gold Coast Events - August 2010
August is the last month of winter on the Gold Coast. There are no school holidays during August.The Ekka Brisbane Show
Thursday 5 to Saturday 14 August 2010
Royal Brisbane Showgrounds, Brisbane
Beware of the crowds in both Gold Coast and Brisbane on Brisbane Show Day Wednesday 11 August 2010.
Yugambeh Corroboree – Indigenous Festival of Food, Language, Song and Art
Saturday 14 August 2010 10am – 2pm
James Overall Park, Brighton Parade, Southport
FREE ENTRY! A GREAT DAY OUT FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN
The Yugambeh Corroboree is a celebration of indigenous food, language, song and art from the Yugambeh language region of the Gold Coast, Logan and Scenic Rim.
The event includes free Aboriginal craft workshops, traditional indigenous games for children, traditional cooking food displays, face-painting, language displays and activities.
All activities are designed to engage and entertain families and children.
Free indigenous song workshops will be offered for families and children, with the chance to perform on stage.
Be prepared for dancers, singers, string-making, and boomerang painting – more than 30 stalls will make this a fun and interactive day out.
The corroboree begins with a welcome for trekkers from The Drumley Walk at 10am. The Drumley Walk is a four-day pilgrimage from Beaudesert to Southport to honour popular Beaudesert indigenous identity, Billy Drumley (1853 – 1951).
Broadbeach Jazz and Food Festival
Thursday 19 August to Sunday 22 August 2010
Outdoor Stages and venues in Broadbeach
Food and music festival in Broadbeach featuring live Jazz performances on outdoor stages and in venues around Broadbeach. If you love jazz, sounds like lots of fun!
Now mix jazz with award winning cuisine with Celebrity Chefs and that makes for some very special dining experiences throughout the festival.
Kate Ceberano is one of the performers who you can see in a free concert in Surf Parade. Plus get tips from the Australian Chef Tobie Puttock, who has worked alongside Jamie Oliver.
Broadbeach Jazz and Food Festival is completely free to attend and the best bit is you don’t even need a ticket to enjoy this incredible weekend.
Tastes of The Gold Coast
26 August to 5 September 2010
Various venues around Gold Coast
Great food and wine, new taste sensations and idyllic settings are on the menu for this year's festival.
One of the annual signature events is the very popular 5 hour cooking workshop, 3 Chefs Do Lunch. The 3 Chefs Do Lunch event starts at 10.30am Saturday 4 September at Gold Coast Arts Centre.
More information see website www.tastesofgoldcoast.com.au
Gold Coast City Cup Race Day
Saturday 28 August 2010
10am to 3pm
Gold Coast Turf Club, Bundall
Annual Gold Coast City Cup Race Day for Gold Coast City families is held at the Gold Coast Turf Club. Gates open at 10am and the entertainment and activities for kids and families goes until 3pm. Kids will enjoy jumping castle, petting zoo, pony rides and much more.
This is a free family day where you can enjoy lots of activities for the kids.
2010 Gold Coast Motor Bike Week
TBC August 2010 - Dates Moved
Carrara Stadium, Carrara - Venue Moved
See April 2010 for more details.
2010 Gold Coast Show at Parklands Showgrounds
27 Friday to 29 Sunday August 2010
Parklands Showgrounds, Southport
Gold Coast Show Day is Friday 27 August 2010.
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Gold Coast Events - September 2010
September is the first month of spring in the Gold Coast, and the temperatures start to climb during the day. School holidays during late September and early October.Tastes of The Gold Coast
26 August to 5 September 2010
Various venues around Gold Coast
Great food and wine, new taste sensations and idyllic settings are on the menu for this year's festival.
One of the annual signature events is the very popular 5 hour cooking workshop, 3 Chefs Do Lunch. The 3 Chefs Do Lunch event starts at 10.30am Saturday 4 September at Gold Coast Arts Centre.
More information see website www.tastesofgoldcoast.com.au
Swell Sculpture Festival
Friday 10 to Sunday 19 September 2010Pacific Parade, Currumbin
The Swell Sculpture Festival seems to get bigger and bigger each year. It is great to take the family for a stroll along the foreshore and take in the art along the beachfront. There are also indoor gallery of some of the more delicate pieces of work.
The creativity of the artists never ceases to amaze me. This is well worth a visit.
Currumbin is near Burleigh Heads and a short drive north of Coolangatta or south from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.
Mount Tamborine Show
Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September 2010
Tamborine Mountain Showgrounds, Main Western Rd, Mt Tamborine
A typical Australian country show. Lots of family entertainment, animals and local produce.
Airbrush Venturi Body Painting Expo
Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September 2010
Parklands Showgrounds, Southport
Airbrush Venturi Body Painting Expo at Parklands, Gold Coast. For anyone interested in body painting - this looks awesome!
More info at www.BodyPaintingExpo.com
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Gold Coast Events - October 2010
During October the weather really warms up and the humidity starts to climb. As the other states around Australia go on to daylight saving, Queensland does not. The sun rises early around 5.30am and the days just can't help but get going sooner! There are school holidays until around mid October.Springtime on the Mountain 'Open Gardens Trail'
Friday 1 to Sunday 3 October 2010Mt Tamborine, Gold Coast hinterland
A trail through some fabulous gardens on Tamborine Mountain in the Gold Coast hinterland.
Runs Friday to Sunday from 9am to 4pm each day. More information from Tamborine Mountain Botanical Gardens.
Gold Coast Indy 300 Race
Indy has been replaced by Gold Coast 600 - See below for more details of the new event!Surfers Paradise and Main Beach
2010 Armor All Gold Coast 600 V8 Supercars Motorsport Event
Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th October 2010
(please note this is now a 3 day carnival)
Surfers Paradise and Main Beach
The Gold Coast Indy 300 was replaced in 2009 by SuperGP and new name for 2010 is Gold Coast 600 with V8 Supercars. In addition during the race the off track events are known as Super Carnivale.
Looks like it will be exciting and entertaining, will keep you posted!
More details for the events, accommodation and maps etc can be found on my pages about Gold Coast 600 (previously Super GP).
O'Reilly's Annual Bird Week
Sunday 31 October to Sunday 7 November 2010 TBC
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat, Canungra
These bird weeks are popular and sound like lots of fun for ornithologists! They always seem to be finding some rare species whilst enjoying the relaxing environment at O'Reilly's.
2010 is the 33rd anniversary of Bird Week, and with regular sightings each year of over 200 species. Bird Week is an internationally acclaimed festival of birds. Hear from key ornithologists and guest lecturers from around Australia. Guided walks, 4WD excursions, lectures, spotlighting, bird counts and audio visual presentations.
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Gold Coast Events - November 2010
November is the last month of spring with the weather becoming very much warmer and more humid. There are no school holidays as such in November, but the school leavers descend upon Surfers Paradise and the Gold Coast during the last week of November.O'Reilly's Annual Bird Week
Sunday 31 October to Sunday 7 November 2010 TBC
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat, Canungra
These bird weeks are popular and sound like lots of fun for ornithologists! They always seem to be finding some rare species whilst enjoying the relaxing environment at O'Reilly's.
2010 is the 33rd anniversary of Bird Week, and with regular sightings each year of over 200 species. Bird Week is an internationally acclaimed festival of birds. Hear from key ornithologists and guest lecturers from around Australia. Guided walks, 4WD excursions, lectures, spotlighting, bird counts and audio visual presentations.
Coolangatta Gold
Sunday 7 November 2010Coolangatta
Gruelling ironman competition. Great to watch, compete if you dare.
Kirra Surfstock 2010
Friday 12 to Sunday 14 November 2010
Currumbin to Kirra Beaches
2009 was inaugural year with a 3 day festival celebrating surf, music, art, movies and lifestyle.
Held on and around the beaches from Currumbin to Kirra Beach in November.
Official website: Kirra Surfstock
Schoolies Week 2010
Saturday 20 to Sunday 28 November 2010
Surfers Paradise
The official week for schoolies formal entertainment and activities in the Gold Coast.
If you have come here seeking general information on schoolies I direct you to the Queensland Government website information about Schoolies. If you are looking for accommodation check out Book Schoolies for dedicated schoolies travel agent.
Bookings for 2010 and 2011 Schoolies are now open. Book Schoolie Accommodation for 2010 abd 2011.
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Gold Coast Events - December 2010
Summer arrives officially in December! The weather is warm, humid and there can be summer storms. Summer holidays start for Australian school children and combined with Christmas celebrations the Gold Coast is buzzing!Christmas Celebrations
Throughout the MonthVarious Locations
You cannot miss Christmas in the Gold Coast. The shopping centres are decorated and the streets too. Some suburbs have competitions for the best Christmas lights. The European influences are strong, and although the weather is warm, the images of snow and santa in boots and red suit are everywhere!
New Years Eve Celebrations
31 December 2010
Various locations around the Gold Coast
There are plenty of parties and celebrations. A great one for the kids is Wet 'n' Wild where they celebrate the New Year at 9pm - which makes for a great family evening of fun.
More information about New Years Eve celebration ideas.
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The information on this page about Gold Coast Events in 2010 is a guide only. Dates are subject to change without notice - please check with event organisers before planning your trip around these dates.
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