Strapped for ideas on what to do this long weekend?
With the Queen’s birthday public holiday set for this Monday, we’ve put together a list of six family-friendly events taking place on the Gold Coast over the weekend!
1. Gold Coast Festival of Lights
If you haven’t had the chance to check out the festival of lights yet, this is your last chance! The festival of lights boasts a vibrant celebration of Chinese culture, complete with spell bounding light installations, live cultural performances, Chinese handcrafts, food stalls and children’s activities.
The festivities end on the 3rd of October, so don’t miss this dazzling cultural experience.
Bookings start from $14 and are available online or at the gate.
Website: http://www.goldcoastlightfestival.com.au/
Date: Friday August 26 – Monday October 3
Where: Southport Broadwater Parklands – South end
When: From 6pm
Cost: Prices start from $14
2. Food Truck Feast
Is there anything better than relaxing by the waterfront, listening to live music and enjoying some of the best selections of foods around?
Well, all your prayers have been answered.
The Gold Coast Food Truck Feast will hit the Broadwater Parklands again this Friday. Not only is the event free, but there will be local entertainers and a vast selection of food made to suit all taste buds. This looks to be the perfect event for the whole family!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1755747274639707/
Date: Friday 30 September
Where: Broadwater Parklands
When: 4pm – 9pm
Cost: Free
3. Opera in the Park
Looking for an outstanding free event to attend this public holiday? Well, look no further than the Opera in the Park!
Starring the talents of Ian Stelake, Lucy Maunder, Judit Molner, The Gold Coast Youth Symphony Orchestra, The Gold Coast Youth Choir, and so much more, this free entertainment event is open to everyone – just make sure to bring a blanket, a picnic rug or a chair and make yourself comfortable!
To top it off, the night will end with a breath-taking fireworks display, guaranteed to keep the kids entertained!
Website: http://broadbeachgc.com/event/broadbeach-opera-in-the-park/
Date: Monday 3 October
Where: Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach
When: 1pm – 6pm
Cost: Free
4. Flavours of Metro Street Party
Roving acrobatics, fire twirlers, balloon twisters, a snake charmer, contortionists, face painters, motorised animal rides… all this and more will be happening at the Flavours of Metro Street Party this Saturday!
This free event will also feature dining experiences, offering a fabulous array of international cuisine and tasting plates.
Local bands Sunset City and Magic Carpet Ride will be playing live music throughout the afternoon, so grab your friends and family because this celebration is not to be missed!
If you click ‘attending’ on the Facebook event page, you can even win a $150 voucher to an Australian Fair Metro Restaurant of your choice!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/190486774705311/
Date: Saturday 1 October
Where: Australia Fair Metro – Corner of Young and Scarborough Streets, Southport
When: 2:30pm – 8:30pm
Cost: Free
5. Gold Coast Renaissance Faire
Hear ye, hear ye! Get ready to go back to medieval times because the third annual Renaissance Faire hits the Gold Coast this long weekend.
With everything from costumed performers, jousting, horse archery, swordplay, live theatre, pirate adventures, craft stalls, food outlets, costume contests, parades, a fairy garden and pony rides… it’ll feel as if you’ve left Australia and walked straight into Elizabethan England!
The Renaissance Faire is sure to keep the whole family entertained. Tickets start from $8.95 online, visit the website for further details.
Website: http://www.goldcoastrenfaire.com/
Date: Sunday 2 – Monday 3 October
Where: Robina City Parklands
When: 10am – 4:30pm
Cost: Prices start from $8.95
6. Sanctuary Cove Festival
The Sanctuary Cove Festival is perfect for those who want a taste of the good life! With displays of luxury and classic cars and the latest marine craft, this is the perfect event for any automobile fanatic.
There will be fun events for children, live music, and sidewalk stalls serving gourmet food and beverages. To top it off there will be a live fireworks display!
The best part of all? It’s completely free!
Website: http://sanctuarycove.com/entertainment-sanctuary-cove-gold-coast-whats-on/
Date: Sunday 2 October
Where: Marine Village, 1 Masthead Way, Sanctuary Cove
When: 10am – 6pm
Cost: Free
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