Upcoming Events in Broadbeach
From beachfront music festivals and cultural celebrations to international sport and dazzling fireworks, Broadbeach is the heartbeat of the Gold Coast event calendar. Whether you’re visiting with friends, your partner, or the whole family, there’s always something happening – and when you stay at Oceana on Broadbeach, you’re close to it all.
2026 Events Calendar
Koi Sunset Sessions
Monday to Saturday, 3pm–6pm, through 31 August 2026 | 89 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Ease into a Broadbeach evening with live music and laid-back sunset sessions at KOI on Surf Parade. Running Monday to Saturday afternoons, it is the perfect way to wind down after a beach day, just a short stroll from Oceana.
Seafood Sundays at Maggie Choo
Every Sunday through September 2026, 12pm–5pm | 89 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Make Sunday special with a long seafood lunch at Maggie Choo on Surf Parade. Settle in from midday for fresh seafood, drinks and a lively afternoon atmosphere, all within easy walking distance of Oceana.
Gold Coast Show 2026
Saturday 29 to Monday 31 August 2026 | Broadwater Parklands, Southport
A Gold Coast tradition, the Show brings rides, showbags, animal displays, entertainment and fireworks to Broadwater Parklands over three big days. It is a fun family day out, an easy light rail ride from Broadbeach.
Crafted Beer and Cider Festival
Saturday 12 September 2026 | Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach
Celebrate local brews, live tunes and laid-back vibes at Crafted, Broadbeach’s premier craft beer and music event. This beachfront festival features over 400 beers, food trucks and a stellar line-up of live music, all just steps from Oceana.
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Market
Every Sunday, 6am–11:30am, through October 2026 | HOTA Precinct, Surfers Paradise
Start Sunday early with fresh local produce, artisan goods, coffee and baked treats at HOTA’s markets. A favourite with locals, the Sunday morning market is a great excuse to explore the HOTA precinct on the riverside.
BLEACH Festival 2026
1–11 October 2026 | HOTA, Surfers Paradise
The Gold Coast’s signature arts festival returns with 11 days of contemporary performance, music, visual art and free events across the HOTA precinct. Expect bold Australian works, big ideas and plenty of surprises for all ages.
Art and Craft on the Coast
1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 8am–2pm | Kurrawa and Pratten Parks, Broadbeach
Browse handmade art, craft, homewares and gifts from local makers at these relaxed foreshore markets. Held on the first and third Sunday of each month, they are a short stroll along the beachfront from Oceana.
Blues on Broadbeach – May
One of Australia’s largest free music festivals, Blues on Broadbeach transforms the streets and beachfront into a soulful celebration of live music. With multiple stages, food trucks and vibrant crowds, it’s a coastal festival like no other – and it’s all walkable from Oceana.
Supanova Comic Con & Gaming
Held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach, Supanova is a must for fans of film, TV, comics, cosplay, and gaming. Meet pop culture stars, join in creative masterclasses, and explore all things geeky – just a short walk from Oceana.
Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre (GCCEC)
Just a short walk from Oceana, the GCCEC hosts a dynamic year-round calendar of events – from major expos and international conferences to live concerts, sporting showcases and conventions. With something always on, it’s one of Broadbeach’s premier event hubs.
Broadbeach Bowls Club Events
Broadbeach Bowls club regularly hosts major lawn bowls tournaments including the Matador Open Fours and Blue Diamond Pairs, with international-level greens just behind our property.
Memory Walk and Jog - June
The foreshore at Broadbeach’s Pratten Park is the perfect place to get together to enjoy some truly beautiful open spaces for a walk, jog or run to beat dementia! Choose to register as an individual or a group and whether you’d like to walk, jog, or run the 2.5km, 4.5km or timed 9.5km course.
Memory Walk & Jog helps to provide vital support services to the estimated 87,700 people with dementia in Queensland. The fundraising also drives non-stop research partnerships, where talented Australian scientists can work towards a possible future without dementia.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks – December 31
Ring in the new year with a beachfront fireworks display at Kurrawa Beach. Grab a spot on the sand, enjoy a local meal, and count down to midnight with the waves as your backdrop.
Groundwater Country Music Festival – October
One of Australia’s largest free music festivals, Blues on Broadbeach transforms the streets and beachfront into a soulful celebration of live music. With multiple stages, food trucks and vibrant crowds, it’s a coastal festival like no other – and it’s all walkable from Oceana.
Crafted Festival
Celebrate local brews, live tunes, and laid-back vibes at Crafted Festival, Broadbeach’s premier craft beer and music event. Held annually at Kurrawa Park, this beachfront festival features over 400 beers, food trucks, and a stellar line-up of live music – all just steps from Oceana.
The Star Gold Coast Shows
From headline concerts and comedy acts to dazzling theatre productions and live DJ sets, The Star Gold Coast is Broadbeach’s top destination for entertainment. Just a short stroll from Oceana, it’s the place to catch big names and big nights out – all under one roof.
Broadbeach Art and Craft Markets
The first and third Sunday of every month.
Broadbeach Christmas Carols – December
Celebrate the festive season with live performances, singalongs, kids’ entertainment and fireworks at Kurrawa Park. A magical evening for families and visitors of all ages.
2026 Gold Coast Events Calendar
What’s On In & Around Broadbeach
- Art and Craft on the Coast, Broadbeach | 1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 8am–2pm | Kurrawa and Pratten Parks, Broadbeach | Find out more
- Koi Sunset Sessions | Monday to Saturday, 3pm–6pm, through 31 August 2026 | 89 Surf Parade, Broadbeach | Find out more
- Seafood Sundays at Maggie Choo | Every Sunday through September 2026, 12pm–5pm | 89 Surf Parade, Broadbeach | Find out more
- Gold Coast Show 2026 | Saturday 29 – Monday 31 August 2026 | Broadwater Parklands, Southport | Find out more
- Crafted Beer and Cider Festival | Saturday 12 September 2026 | Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach | Find out more
- HOTA Farmers and Artisan Market | Every Sunday, 6am–11:30am, through October 2026 | HOTA Precinct, Surfers Paradise | Find out more
- BLEACH Festival 2026 | 1–11 October 2026 | HOTA, Surfers Paradise | Find out more
Past Events
- Pacific Airshow Gold Coast | 14–16 August 2026 | Surfers Paradise Beachfront