Busking is permitted within the Central Business District at Southport, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads and parts of southern Gold Coast (Coolangatta, Kirra and Tugun). A permit is required to busk.
Buskers can apply for a permit to use all approved busking locations within the Gold Coast.
An application fee applies. Please see the fees section of the application form for the required fee. If your application is successful you will be issued a renewable permit and pay an annual fee. Details of fees can be found on the application form or in the current Register of Fees & Charges.
Buskers are permitted to advertise and sell items related to their performance. For more information, including maps of busking locations, refer to the busking guidelines(PDF, 2MB)
Applicants may be required to audition. The judging panel will recommend whether to approve an application.
How to apply
Before applying, please make sure you read the busking guidelines(PDF, 2MB)
Choose from the options below to apply for a new busking permit.
Next steps
We will contact you by phone or email if you have been successful in progressing to an audition.
Approved applicants will be notified and advised if a certificate of public liability insurance is required.