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Arriving with the Easter weekend is street entertainment galore in Surfers Paradise Gold Coast, playing host to Australian Street Entertainment Carnival 2020 which will provide four whole days of FREE outdoor street performances for all ages to enjoy. If...

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Looking for the perfect way to spoil the kids this autumn? Round up your family and head to the Gold Coast, where Surfers Paradise is gearing up for a huge autumn program of family-friendly festivals and shows with all being FREE to attend! Pair one of th...

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From Valentine's Day to March, don't miss Sand Safari Arts Festival in Surfers Paradise - a free-to-enjoy art exhibition that will transform Surfers Paradise Beach into a mesmerising display of sand sculptures big and small! This annual event takes place...

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https://www.cannesgoldcoast.com/surfers-paradise-accommodation-apartmentsLess than 10 minutes away from Gold Coast Turf Club, our cheap accommodation Gold Coast apartments offer your ideal stay for Gold Coast Magic Millions Carnival 2020, set to arrive in...

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For the best way to watch the 2019 Melbourne Cup in Queensland, head to the Gold Coast for Melbourne Cup Raceday 2019 at Aquis Park Gold Coast Turf Club! Taking place trackside at the Gold Coast's official racecourse, Melbourne Cup Raceday is a full day o...

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Surfers Paradise Fest-Evil 2019 is a family-friendly Gold Coast festival that shouldn't be missed if you're looking to experience Halloween with a change of location! Taking place in Surfers Paradise for three consecutive days over Halloween, Surfers Para...

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Coming to the Carrara Markets in September, Classic Car Show 2019 is a great event to welcome spring and a fantastic treat on this year's Father's Day! Be a stone's throw away from this unmissable event with our family-friendly Surfers Paradise accommodat...

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Calling all nature lovers and gardeners - Botanical Bazaar is returning in August just a stone's throw away from our affordable Surfers Paradise accommodation apartments! Also known as the Gold Coast Garden Festival, this annual event isn't to be missed i...

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Book our cheap Surfers Paradise accommodation apartments for July and head to HOTA within minutes for Possum Magic - the perfect family-friendly show over the school holiday! Adapted from the bestselling 1983 children's book by Mem Fox, this brand new pro...

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Have a mid-year getaway on the Gold Coast with our affordable Surfers Paradise accommodation apartments and don't miss these exciting tribute shows to Michael Bubl and Fleetwood Mac at the nearby RSL Club. The Australian Fleetwood Mac Experience The Austr...

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If you're planning to visit the Gold Coast in June with our cheap accommodation Gold Coast apartments, make sure to stop by the Gold Coast Seniors Expo - a two-day exhibition that will help seniors, and families as a whole, make the perfect choice for the...

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Book our affordable Surfers Paradise accommodation apartments now for the 2019 Gold Coast Cup, which will take place within a short drive at the Aquis Gold Coast Turf Club. The Heineken Gold Coast Cup sets the tone for the Queensland Winter Racing Carniva...

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This April, the 2019 Gold Coast Film Festival will be celebrating everything to do with film with a number of exciting events taking place near our cheap accommodation Surfers Paradise resort. An annual community event that showcases independent Australia...

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Catch the 2019 Ocean Film Festival World Tour - presented by Adventure Reels - when it stops on the Gold Coast this March! This year's tour will return with a brand new mixture of short and long films from filmmakers all over the world. Over two hours of...

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Book a family escape on the Gold Coast this March and don't miss a brand new production of The Little Mermaid at The Spotlight Theatre - just moments away from our Surfers Paradise family holiday apartments. Staying loyal to the 1989 animated adaptation b...

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This February, enjoy a location near Sand Safari Arts Festival with our Surfers Paradise holiday apartments! Sand Safari Arts Festival will make its return to Surfers Paradise during summer 2019, and there isn't a better time to be on the Gold Coast. Sand...

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The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Carnival The Magic Millions Carnival is back for 2019 and will take place for twelve whole days. It's one of the biggest annual equine events in Queensland, featuring some of the best thoroughbreds in the country. Throug...

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Ahn Do - The Happiest Refugee Live Ahn Do brings The Happiest Refugee to the Gold Coast this December, a live autobiography and stand-up show in one that's a must-see for everyone. Enjoy Ahn Do live on stage as he recounts his famous life story as a refug...

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Gather your colleagues and mates and head to the Gold Coast for The Centre of Christmas and Festive Feast: two decadent Christmas events for foodies this December. Both will be taking place near our Cannes Court Apartments - make sure to book our Gold Coa...

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Celebrate the arrival of this year's Spring Racing Carnival with our Surfers Paradise accommodation apartments. Situated near the Aquis Park Gold Coast Turf Club, Cannes Court Apartments offers a prime location to enjoy this November's horse racing action...

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The Louis Armstrong Legacy Herb Armstrong gives his best in The Louis Armstrong Legacy, one of the best Louis Armstrong tribute shows in the world. Herb Armstrong performs and sounds like the man himself, as he sings "What a Wonderful World" and the rest...

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Racing, stunts, live music, and good food - what more could you want this spring when the VODAFONE GOLD COAST 600 returns to Surfers Paradise to take over the streets with another huge event. The Gold Coast's favourite holiday destination becomes one big...

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Spring is almost here and there's no better way to welcome the new season than in Surfers Paradise. The very best of the Gold Coast is yours to enjoy in Surfers Paradise, a world-famous tourist destination that's full to the brim with exciting attractions...

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Laugh the night away with all the best highlights from the 2018 Sydney Comedy Festival with the 2018 Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase Tour, which will be making a stop on the Gold Coast this spring. Since 2013, the Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase Tour has...

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Monty Python's Life of Brian takes to the stage this winter with an exclusive new production at the Gold Coast's Spotlight Theatre. Utilizing the timeless humour of the classic 1979 film combined with a full orchestra and operatic soloists, this hilarious...

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The momentous Gold Coast Car Show is all set to take over the Mudgeeraba Showgrounds this winter. One of the biggest events on the Queensland calendar, the Gold Coast Car Show offers one of the most exciting car displays in all of Australia, providing two...

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The Paris Underground Cabaret finally makes its return to the Gold Coast this winter, and this dazzling all-in-one show is not to be missed for one entertainingly seductive journey into the Paris Underground. The Paris Underground Cabaret weaves together...

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Make sure to catch a one-off performance of Alice in Wonderland Live on Stage at HOTA this July. Coming to the Gold Coast with two exclusive performances taking place over one day, this enthralling stage production of Alice in Wonderland is as magical as...

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The Ultimate Eagles Experience Together with Johnny Cash The Legend - June 1 Enjoy both an Eagles and Johnny Cash experience in one go. There's no other show where you'll get to hear timeless hits 'Hotel California' and 'Ring of Fire' performed live in on...

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Surfers Paradise gets even better this May with the return of Surfers Paradise LIVE, the huge musical festival that rocked Queensland's favourite beachside destination last year. It's back its second event this 2018 with more big performances and an unmis...

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Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow Enjoy an incredible evening of comedy with the The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow, stopping on the Gold Coast this 2018! This hilarious comedy show tours up and down Australia each year, o...

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Bleach* Festival From March 29 to April 15 Bleach* Festival will return to the Gold Coast with a unique entertainment program to celebrate art and culture. The annual Bleach* Festival is always a hit, and offers something for everyone from unmissable live...

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This March, Mission Entertainment Co Presents 'Diamonds After Dark' at the Arts Centre Gold Coast, an enchanting yet exhilarating journey of glitz and glamour featuring diamond-clad show girls and gypsies set on the backdrop of New York City's bright ligh...

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"Queen of Burlesque" Dita Von Teese makes her way to the Gold Coast this March with an unmissable show at The Star Gold Coast. Known for reviving burlesque performance and her iconic vintage style, Dita Von Teese gives a burlesque show that isn't like the...

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This February 2018 the Arts Centre Gold Coast presents Diamonds Are for Trevor starring three-time Helpmann Award nominee Trevor Ashley, paying homage to incredible Welsh singer Shirley Bassey. Shirley Bassey is best known as the iconic voice behind the f...

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The Bangarra Dance Theatre presents Our Land People Stories, an unmissable dance production bringing Australia's cultural heritage to life. In this energetic, brand new show you will experience several dance pieces showcasing Australian history and cultur...

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Take a good rest on Boxing Day because starting from December 27 the atmosphere in Surfers Paradise will come alive again for the return of the unmissable New Year's Eve Carnival! Five days of non-stop partying as well as an electric atmosphere will take...

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Christmas in the Clouds is your opportunity to have a fantastic night out on the Gold Coast's highest point! This December 9 and December 15 you can enjoy a fantastic Christmas meal as well as a magical evening of live entertainment at SkyPoint on top of...

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November Events Not to Miss Near Our Surfers Paradise Family Holiday Apartments! The Tap Pack is the new show to catch at the Arts Centre Gold Coast this November, offering a stylish new take on tap dancing that will have you on the edge of your seat. Thi...

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Book our Surfers Paradise accommodation apartments and be in the midst of all the action this year's GOLD COAST 600 will bring to Surfers Paradise. It's the event that's not to be missed this Spring in Queensland, and it's going to be bigger than ever thi...

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Moments from our Surfers Paradise family holiday apartments you can enjoy an authentic South American experience here on the Gold Coast at La Fiesta! La Fiesta is bringing all of the tastes and sounds of South America to the Gold Coast all day from 12pm t...

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Don't miss getting your fill of free rock 'n' roll on the Gold Coast this July at Surfers Paradise. Viva Surfers Paradise will take you back in time for 10 unmissable days starting on the 7th and ending on the 16th! Come along and hear all the rock 'n' ro...

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Fans of badminton, here's your chance to support your favourite sport, because for the first time in Oz history, the prestigious 2017 Total Badminton World Federation (BWF) Sudirman Cup will be taking place on the iconic Gold Coast, at the Carrara Indoor...

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Witness amazing short films, for free! Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you. Get a free pass to SIPFest, short for Short for Shorts in Paradise Festival, which is considered one of the most popular events of GCFF's ten-day festival. To be held on April 23...

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Cannes Court Apartments is the top choice among holiday makers coming to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Gold Coast. Besides finding budget-friendly Surfers Paradise Accommodation Apartments, there truly is something special about this sprawling establ...

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Dearest friends of the film community, it's once again the time of the year to binge watch the best and latest films all you want. The highly anticipated 2017 Gold Coast Film Festival will be celebrating film art from April 19th through April 30th. Simult...

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Enter the exquisite world of 2017 Bleach* Festival! Celebrate the ever-evolving arts and entertainment scene as it takes over the Gold Coast from March 31st through April 16th. Back by popular demand, this series of community-based art activities will sur...

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Kids and kids at heart, welcome. Show off your best cosplay costumes in the annually held QPoW on Broadbeach! The third week of April will be an interesting mix of anything and everything sci-fi and fantasy as it parades amidst the majestic view of the Pa...

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Books, books, and more books await all bookworms like you when you enter Somerset College from March 15th through 17th. Australia's premier youth literature festival, dubbed as 'The Somerset Celebration of Literature', will open its doors to over fifty sc...

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Today's generation of skaters have quite impressive shredding skills! Brace yourselves for a jaw-dropping spectacle brought to you by the highly anticipated skateboard festival on the Gold Coast. Gather with athletes and fans alike as you altogether show...

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Sit back, relax, and enjoy the view of the scenic Currumbin Creek while listening to your favourite buskers live! The award-winning event titled Buskers By the Creek is happening from October 15th to 16th (10 AM to 6 PM) in 13 stages found along Winders P...

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In case you and your friends are wondering - yes, the queer-friendly festival is coming at you once again! The Arts Centre Gold Coast is proud to present to you Glitter Festival 2016! Join our LGBT+ friends in a festivity of arts and culture in a series o...

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Fall in love with nature once more! Whale watching during this time of the year is a popular attraction among locals and holiday goers here on the Gold Coast. When it comes to whale-watching, Sea World offers premium Whale Watching Tours that allow its pa...

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Stoked for Kids Week 2016? We are pretty sure your kids are. If they had a blast last year, then why not make it a yearly family tradition? If you are planning to visit Surfers Paradise this September, then swing by the Marquee between September 17th to 2...

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Who is excited for the upcoming 14th SWELL Sculpture Festival? Celebrate art by the seaside and see a magnificent collection of outdoor artworks sculpted by local, national, and international artists. Join festival goers as they gather at the Pacific Para...

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We at Cannes Court Apartments are excited for the upcoming Gold Coast Eisteddfod, and so should you. Be part of what is dubbed as the largest cultural event in the city and in the country. The Gold Coast Eisteddfod is bound to recreate the festive atmosph...

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Experience a unique running activity with the whole family. Nature lovers meet running addicts at the upcoming Zoo Run at Sea World! Taking place on August 14th, 2016, 6 AM onwards, this cool family-friendly activity is designed to promote awareness on wi...

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Are your kids yearning to try something new while you visit the iconic Gold Coast? If your little ones are 6 to 14 years old, you can sign them up for an interactive cooking class at The Deck Cafe Healthy Cooking Workshop on August 4th, 2016 (Thursday). T...

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It is time to update your playlist! Let the famous Surfers Paradise Live recommend the coolest tunes for your ears. Be part of a crazy musical experience this year and discover cool, new acts rocking the stage from 6 to 8 May 2016! Whether you choose to h...

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Fans of the Commonwealth Games can expect a bigger edition as it finds home in Australia on 2018. The iconic Gold Coast, which aims to set a new track record in sporting history, will be home to more than 6500 athletes and team officials from 71 participa...

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Extraordinary days call for extraordinary OOTDs (outfit of the day). This April, you can most certainly experience an extraordinary weekend filled with your favourite characters from the world of science fiction, cartoons, comic books, animation, and othe...

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The highly celebrated Brisbane Italian food and wine festival that all began in 2007 is going all out for its 10th anniversary by taking the festival to the iconic Gold Coast! Starting this year, Queenslanders and holiday goers bound for Broadbeach will h...

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Let the sky and the stars be your guide on your next visit to the iconic Surfers Paradise. Catch a treasure trove of lights dancing their way through the night. Here's your chance to join thousands of locals and tourists on April 9 as they gather for the...

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The spirit of competition is high on Surfers Paradise! Surfers Paradise will transform its beautiful foreshores into one exciting and colourful arena for the 2016 Australian Street Entertainment Championships. From 25 to 28 March 2016 witness amateur and...

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Lights, camera, action! Film enthusiasts are bracing themselves for the Gold Coast Film Festival (GCFF), the annual ten-day festival that seeks to celebrate and promote film and filmmaking in its entirety. And where better to host it other than Australia'...

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Friends are families we chose for ourselves. So if your real family is too busy to be with you or support you, your friends are the ones who act like them and give the love and care that you need. So if you're coming to Surfers Paradise with your best bud...

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Head back in time (not literally of course) at Cooly Rocks On. The festival celebrates the era of the 50s and 60s, bringing back the music, clothing, cars and culture of the famous era. Pick up a gift at the market stalls and dig into vintage foods and th...

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Here to entertain, intrigue, dazzle and delight, the Surfers Paradise Festival returns in 2015 with some of your old favourite events, plus some awesome newbies! It our favourite time of the year when we celebrate the fun-loving, care-free buzz of Surfers...

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Head to the beach and take to the street for Bleach Festival 2015, the Gold Coast's largest arts and cultural Festival. Expect the unexpected, prepare to be amazed and keep your eyes peeled for eye-popping antics, street parties and picnics in unusual and...

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On Sunday May 3, 2015, enjoy the tantalising beats of Drumstruck. Adbstract Entertainment proudly presents Drumstruck 'Direct from Africa". Drumstruck has become a worldwide phenomenon billed as the first interactive drum-theatre experience, winning over...

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One of the most spectacular festivities to kick off the year, the International SURF n Ink Tattoo Festival on the Gold Coast will again bring you a hotter and more explosive summer season. The International SURF n Ink Tattoo Festival will bring together b...

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One of the best ways to celebrate the New Year is gathering the whole family and enjoying all the festivities and fun in your community. And of course, we all love to see the amazing fireworks display dazzle the night sky as we altogether count the hours...

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One of the most-awaited holiday celebrations in the world, Christmas is again just around the corner and what better way to celebrate than being with the entire community to join in the fun and festivities that make you feel a deeper sense of the Christma...

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With spectacular sights and sounds, and "all things country", the second Mudgeeraba Music Muster will bring together the entire community and visitors from all across Australia to celebrate great country music and pure wholesome entertainment, as well as...

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Reliving vintage rock and roll at Viva Surfers Paradise There are probably thousands of Elvis Presley impersonators out there, wearing that prominent greaser hair, wide-belted bell-bottomed jumpsuits with high Napoleonic collars and pointed sleeve cuffs,...

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From June 19 until June 28, 2014, catch The Pillowman at The Space, The Arts Centre Gold Coast. This dark comedy is not for the faint-hearted. Set in a police interrogation room in a totalitarian state, a writer is questioned over the content of some shor...

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From August 7 until August 17, 2014, catch SHORT + SWEET Cabaret at The Basement, The Arts Centre Gold Coast. Now on its fourth year, SHORT + SWEET is back. This time it's got fever when you hold it tight 2014's SHORT+SWEET Cabaret will feature up to 12 o...

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Have you ever searched in your garden for a fairy? Do you absolutely know in your heart that fairies are real? In fact, a lot of the time, do you truly believe you are a fairy? Then you need to come and meet Harmony and Rhapsody the world's most beautiful...

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An iconic Gold Coast event, Surfers Paradise Festival celebrates the Gold Coast's music, art, food and culture. The festival showcases the emerging local talent. It continues to be a platform for national and international artists, established artists and...

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If you liked the book or the movie, then you'll love The Gatsby Experience. Immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of the Jazz age. Enjoy fine food and spectacular music. Relive the elegance of the roaring 20's. The musical themes and d cor bring to mi...

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Imagine over 400 performers on stage from all sections including Choral, Bands, Dance, Vocal, Speech Drama and Instrumental. The Eisteddfod is one of the biggest cultural events in the city. You can expect amazing talent. The Musicale is the grand finale...

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This July, Surfers Paradise will be all shook up. Elvis wannabes and fans of the King of Rock n' Roll prove that Elvis still reigns supreme. From July 12-14, Surfers Paradise will become a sensory swirl of jumpsuits, black leather, blue suede shoes and so...

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Shake Stir Theatre Co and a cast of Queensland's most dynamic actors bring George Orwell's masterpiece to life. Under the direction of Michael Futcher, Animal Farm is set to be one of the most exciting theatre events in 2013. Watch one of the most controv...

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Have a dazzling night as an incredible pyrotechnics display sets the sky ablaze. Seafire, a night of hypnotic fire performance and thrilling fireworks, will light up Surfers Paradise Beach on April 20, 2013. Watch as teams of Queensland's greatest pyros s...

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The Surfers Paradise Festival returns bigger and better than ever! Experience the Gold Coast's rich variety of music, art, food and culture. The festival is set to entertain, intrigue, dazzle and delight. From March 27 to April 21, 2013, Surfers Paradise...

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Australia's biggest international hit, Dein Perry's Tap Dogs, returns home after touring 330 cities in 37 countries around the world. The global dance phenomenon has enjoyed 15 years of global success and has been seen by 12 million people. Set on a const...

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Make the Christmas holidays extra special with a sumptuous Christmas Day Cruise. Cruise along the Gold Coast's scenic waterways on a luxurious Rivers' vessel. See the gorgeous Surfers Paradise skyline, Southport Yacht Club, waterfront restaurants, Versace...

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Get a crash course on cooking and impress your loved ones with your newfound culinary knowledge. Master Chef Meyjitte Boughenout will show you how. From September to October, Chef Meyjitte Boughenout will share his culinary expertise in a variety of class...

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This year, 28 of motorsport's biggest international names will again join forces with V8 racing stars for an epic race on the streets of Surfers Paradise. Rev up your engines and get ready to rock as the Gold Coast's biggest party, the Armor All Gold Coas...

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On October 16, 2012, The Arts Centre Gold Coast presents Bare Witness, an arresting and thought-provoking play written by Mari Lourey and directed by Nadja Kostich. Bare Witness is an amazing piece of physical theatre. In the digital era of the 24 hour ne...

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Treat the kids to a special Gold Coast getaway this September for the Kids Weekend, a fantastic free family event in central Surfers Paradise. The two day takeover of Surfers Paradise will feature a host of free and exciting children orientated events inc...

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Surfers Paradise institution Melbas Nightclub is throwing a huge party for Canada Day next month, and you and all your mates are invited. The crew at Melbas is throwing an all-day party to mark Canada's 144th birthday in style, with great music, party gam...

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This July, indulge your taste buds at A La Carte in the Park, the Gold Coast's biggest foodie celebration right here in Surfers Paradise....

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Exciting local bands, vintage clothing and delicious food " this winter, the popular Oneway Street Party is back....

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If you're a fan of great music and delicious food- and who isn't? - Surfers Paradise is the place to be this June. Each year, the beach, streets and parks close to our Surfers Paradise accommodation apartments are home to the fabulous Surfers Paradise Fes...

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CSI: The Experience comes to Surfers Paradise Have you ever fancied yourself as a forensic detective? An exciting new attraction has come to Surfers Paradise that lets you step right into the heart of a crime scene to lead your own murder investigati...

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The city's party scene will move into overdrive as the Gold Coast's annual motoring spectacular kicks off 21st October 2011. The Supercarnivale festival of motoring will showcase the excitement and adrenalin of Australia&s V8 Supercars with an injection...

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You probably already know that Queensland's beautiful Gold Coast will play host to the party of the year when the V8 Supercars roar into town for the Armor All Gold Coast 600. The event will see some of motorsports biggest international names paired with...

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Surfers Paradise is renowned for providing the most popular attractions in the Gold Coast. Aside from the beautiful attractions the Coast with the Most also hosts the most exciting events that truly brings so much vivacity to the region. This season, hol...

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More than just a party hub, the vibrant suburb of Surfers Paradise is also a centre for creativity and artistic pursuits. From pavement art festivals to short films festivals, Surfers Paradise has shown great interest in the development of arts and cultu...

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