Gold Coast events for the month ahead September

What’s happening at Surfers Paradise and across the Gold Coast this September? Lots! Here’s a big list of events for the month ahead.


    Gold Coast Events


  • 31/08/2019 – 13/09/2019Australian Masters Squash ChampionshipsAustralia’s premier squash event of the year, held over two weeks. Entry is open for players 35 years and over.
  • 13/09/2019 – 15/09/2019OutdoorX 2019Adventure-seekers will find everything they’ve ever dreamed of in the one place at OutdoorX 2019.
  • 13/09/2019 – 22/09/2019SWELL Sculpture Festival 2019The stunning outdoor art gallery, SWELL Sculpture Festival, returns to Currumbin Beach for its 17th year from 13 to 22 September.
  • 13/09/2019 – 14/09/2019Stihl Timbersports Australian ChampionshipThe 2019 STIHL Timbersports® Australian Championships will be back on the Gold Coast in September.
  • 12/09/2019 – 12/09/2019Mirror Mirror: How to like what I see?Mirror Mirror combats the world of negative body image, especially designed for women 18 years and over.
  • 12/09/2019 – 13/09/2019Hitler’s DaughterBased on the book by Jackie French; Hitler’s Daughter poses powerful questions and examines moral issues in relation to society’s fears and prejudices in a fresh, compelling light.
  • 12/09/2019 – 12/09/2019Gold Coast Seniors Health and Lifestyle Expo (Broadbeach Waters)Free information and education for seniors about health and lifestyle. Learn about retirement living options, in-home care, seniors travel, seniors insurance, financial planning, investment advice, free hearing and eyesight checks, and mobility aids.
  • 11/09/2019 – 30/09/20192019 National Clubs Gymnastics CarnivalThe 2019 National Clubs Gymnastics Carnival is an 18-day festival of gymnastics, running from 11 to 29 September, that will attract almost 5000 competitors, officials, and support staff – not to mention spectators – from across Australia.
  • 11/09/2019 – 11/09/2019Little ArtLab: Rough PaintLet’s learn about texture and the difference between rough and smooth surfaces.
  • 11/09/2019 – 11/09/2019A Spring Guided Walk through the Botanic GardensEnjoy the Gold Coast spring weather whilst being guided through some beautiful areas of the Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens.
  • 10/09/2019 – 10/09/2019World Suicide Prevention Day ForumGuest speakers include Professor Chris Stapelberg (Bond University and Queensland Health), Dr Leanne Geppert, Executive Director, Mental Health Commission, lived experience speakers.
  • 09/09/2019 – 09/09/2019Gold Coast Community Choir | Voices on FireDo you want to join an informal singing group and have as much fun as possible? Then this is for you!
  • 08/09/2019 – 08/09/2019Burleigh Heads SLSC Second Nipper Sign On DayBurleigh Nippers is a great way for kids to improve their surf and beach skills, make new friends and have fun! Nippers encourages an active, healthy and socially responsible lifestyle.
  • 08/09/2019 – 08/09/2019Ganesh Chaturthi CelebrationsJoin in and celebrate Ganesh Chathurthi and Visarjan at Broadwater Parklands.
  • 08/08/2019 – 15/09/2019Optimism ExhibitionOptimism is the new exhibition of works by Sascha Bravery, Timothy Fry and Isaac Roxburgh showing at Level Up Gallery from August to September, 2019.
  • 07/09/2019 – 07/09/2019Level Up Arty Bites workshop – Surf-inspired figure drawingJoin local artist Rebecca Cunningham in a fun, vintage surf-inspired figure drawing workshop.
  • 07/09/2019 – 07/09/2019ArtLab: Music and Movement with UMWELT collectiveLearn how to move to music with purpose and style with performance artists’ UMWELT collective.
  • 07/09/2019 – 07/09/2019NaturallyGC Koala Tree PlantingMake a difference to your local environment and join the City’s natural areas team for a Koala tree planting day at Tallebudgera.
  • 07/09/2019 – 07/09/2019BeachCare at CurrumbinCome along to your local beach and make a positive impact by participating in some dune regeneration activities.
  • 06/09/2019 – 06/09/2019Guided Stingless Native Bee Walk in the Botanic GardensSo many people are fascinated by Australian stingless bees. They are great pollinators and they do produce honey.
  • 06/09/2019 – 06/09/2019Friends of the Gold Coast Botanic Gardens Nursery SaleFriends of Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens’ nursery is open on the first Friday of the month for sales.
  • 05/09/2019 – 05/09/2019Headway – Fun day in the parkCome and support Headway at a fun day at Broadwater Parklands.
  • 05/09/2019 – 05/09/20190-5 Language to Literacy ForumA free event for parents and educators that encourages language development in the early years.
  • 05/09/2019 – 05/09/2019Comedy Night feat. Michael BennettCome and join us for a family-friendly evening full of laughs featuring comedians Michael Bennett and Matt Ford.
  • 04/09/2019 – 05/09/2019Much Ado About NothingMuch Ado About Nothing is a saucy and razor-sharp battle of wits between the bickering Beatrice and Benedick, who wield words as weapons, their banter betraying their love and loathing of each other.
  • 04/09/2019 – 04/09/2019Meet the artist – Tim Fry from Optimism exhibitonMeet artist Tim Fry from the group exhibition ‘Optimism’ at Level Up studio + gallery, The Strand at Coolangatta.
  • 04/09/2019 – 04/09/2019The Soul Men | Blues Brothers TributeThe Soul Men Blues Brothers Tribute
  • 03/09/2019 – 03/09/2019Free Seniors Morning Tea & GamesJoin us on the first Tuesday of every month for a free Seniors morning tea and games.
  • 03/09/2019 – 03/09/2019A Guided Butterfly WalkFind out why butterflies matter and learn which plants provide nectar and food for nature’s winged miracles.
  • 03/09/2019 – 03/09/2019Ladies Community Singing GroupThis women’s singing group has been providing fun to women of the Gold Coast for over 13 years.

  • Surfers Paradise Events


  • Every ThursdayDragalicious every ThursdaySurfers Paradise venue, The Avenue is setting the stage for an electric night of Glam and Glitter with its new addition, DRAGALICIOUS.
  • 27-29 September & 4-6 October 2019The Bavarian Haus OktoberfestThe Bavarian Haus Oktoberfest
  • Saturday 21 September 2019Nostalgia Night at Retro’s Cocktail LoungeNostalgia Night at Retro’s Cocktail Lounge
  • Friday 13 September 2019Friday the 13th at Lansdowne Road Irish TavernFriday the 13th at Lansdowne Road Irish Tavern
  • 28 September – 4 October 2019Surfers Paradise Kids WeekSurfers Paradise Kids Week is a FREE family friendly event celebrating all things kids 28 September – 4 October 2019
  • Saturday 7 September 2019Tyson and Nick Live at Lansdowne Road Irish TavernTyson and Nick Live at Lansdowne Road Irish Tavern
  • Thursday 5 September 2019Endota Spa VIP DayEndota Spa VIP Day
  • Wednesday 4 September 2019The Soul Men – Blues Brothers Tribute at HOTAThe Soul Men – Blues Brothers Tribute at HOTA
  • Every Sunday during SeptemberSpring into Spring with TuffySpring into Spring with Tuffy
  • Tuesdays from 6pmLive Cabaret at White RhinoLive Cabaret at White Rhino
  • 31 October – 2 November 2019Surfers Paradise Fest-EvilSurfers Paradise Fest-Evil
  • NAPoker at Waxy’s Irish PubPoker at Waxy’s Irish Pub
  • Tuesday 5 NovemberMelbourne Cup at Skyline Rooftop BarMelbourne Cup at Skyline Rooftop Bar
  • NABottomless Brunch at Hyde ParadisoBottomless Brunch at Hyde Paradiso
  • 15-17 May 2020Australasian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Annual Conference (AACMAC) at Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & SpaAustralasian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Annual Conference (AACMAC) at Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa
  • NAMixology Masterclasses at Hyde ParadisoMixology Masterclasses at Hyde Paradiso
  • Every Wednesday, Friday & SundayBeachfront MarketsEach Wednesday, Friday and Sunday night treasure hunters, shoppers and after-dinner walkers make their way to the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
  • Every Thursday from 6pm$10 Thursdays at White Rhino$10 Thursdays at White Rhino
  • NAMelbourne Cup EventsMelbourne Cup Events
  • EVERY SUNDAY FROM 3PMLive Music at MelbasLive Music at Melbas
  • NABusking in Surfers ParadiseBusking in Surfers Paradise
  • Every FridayYamagen Friday Lunch at QT Gold CoastYamagen Friday Lunch at QT Gold Coast
  • NALive MusicLive Music
  • Every WednesdayWeekly WalkWeekly Walk
  • Friday 13 September 2019Women in Sport Seafood Luncheon at Skyline Rooftop BarWomen in Sport Seafood Luncheon at Skyline Rooftop Bar
  • Every WednesdayThe Avenue Comedy NightThe Avenue Comedy Night