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Discover Summer

Create magic moments this summer with our huge range of family-friendly things to do. Support local people and businesses, enjoy the beauty of our natural environment and feel the energy of our vibrant city.

Discover Summer Activities

Experience the Gold Coast lifestyle with these City Events

City of Gold Coast organises an array of free community events and important celebrations throughout the year. Take a look at our upcoming City Events - we hope to see you there!

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Broaden your experience with these things to see and do

The Gold Coast is a vibrant city with a wide variety of events and activities. There's something for everyone in the range below.

Gold Coast Events Calendar

Use our events calendar to search for things to do, events, and to find out what's happening on the Gold Coast.

Active & Healthy program

Our Active & Healthy program offers free and low-cost activities that are fun and suitable for all shapes and sizes.

Libraries events

Gold Coast Libraries have some great family friendly events and educational workshops free to attend over the holidays.

Swimming enclosures

We have developed enclosed swimming areas throughout the city to supplement the open beaches. These are popular for children and for general swimming.

Parks, gardens & reserves

Get outdoors and explore the many beautiful parks, recreational facilities and programs available for our community and visitors to enjoy.

Gold Coast beaches

Discover the Gold Coast’s beautiful beaches and foreshores. View surf conditions via live beach cameras. Learn about surf safety and the facilities at each beach.

NaturallyGC

Connect, conserve and explore our city’s natural environment with NaturallyGC. Participate in free and low-cost nature-based education workshops, activities, events, and nature-based recreation.

Boating, fishing & jet skiing

The Gold Coast is a water craft and fishing paradise with over 260 kilometres of navigable waterways within the city and plenty of top fishing spots to choose from.

Walks & trails

Enjoy a walk and discover the rich and unique environment and heritage of the Gold Coast.

Venues & facilities

Visit one of our community, sport or aquatic centres. If you need to book a venue, search for one that meets your needs and find out more here.

Sport

Lead an active and healthy life and make the most of the range of facilities and programs offered by the City. Find a sport or activity to suit your interest, and more.

Markets

Find a Gold Coast market or car boot sale for the freshest local produce, tasty food and drinks, arts and crafts and vintage or new fashion.

Tourist parks

Check out our great tourist parks on the Gold Coast – ideal holiday accommodation near some of Queensland’s best beaches.

Get involved

Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, gain experience and new skills, and make a difference in your community.

Exploring nature

Inspire your kids and the whole family to get outside and explore nature with these free activities.

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