A summer pool party, soul queens and rack sales – what’s on across the Gold Coast this weekend
The final week of summer is stacked with things to do. You can dance the night away to soul queen Lisa Hunt, spruce up your wardrobe at the Sun House Rack Sale, line-dance in the street at Southport’s country-music festival and send off the season with cocktails and snacks at the JW Marriott Poolside Party. Here’s a handy list of what’s on across the Gold Coast this weekend, from Thursday February 27 to Sunday March 2.
Dance the last night of summer away with soul queen Lisa Hunt at Garden Kitchen & Bar this Friday. The Gold Coast music legend and powerhouse vocalist, who has shared the stage with the likes of James Brown and Ray Charles, will headline the free end-of-summer Live on The Lawn event with a stellar set of sweet soul, Motown beats, RnB tunes and disco jams. The live and loud show kicks off at 5:30 pm, so head in early to enjoy sips and snacks as the sun sets over The Lawn before Lisa Hunt sends her smooth sounds sky-high.
Shop up a storm at Sun House Studio’s Rack Sale. With the change of season ahead, now is the perfect time to give your wardrobe a little spruce. Sun House Studio in Burleigh Heads is hosting another one of its popular rack sales this Saturday from 8:00 am. There will be coffee and matcha by Gingham to keep you hydrated while you shop.
Soak up the season’s last golden rays at JW Marriott Gold Coast’s Poolside Party. Keen for one final, sun-kissed celebration? The lagoon oasis will transform into the ultimate sunset soiree, with DJ Libre bringing the vibes while guests sip Patron tequila cocktails, Minuty rosé, ice-cold beers and wine. Grab your tickets here.
Feast under the stars at Friday Night Tacos at Stable in Currumbin. Head on down to Stable at Cornerstone Stores from 4:00 pm for a very happy hour (hello, $14 margs) and kick off the weekend with a night under the stars and tasty tacos in hand.
Laugh out loud to Aaron Chen at HOTA on Thursday night. The star of Netflix hit series FISK and loyal assistant to Guy Montgommery on the ABC smash Guy Montgommery’s Spelling Bee is bringing this 2025 Australian summer Funny Garden tour to the Gold Coast for one night only.
Sip spritzes and enjoy live tunes at Jazz & Gin on Thursday night. Garden Kitchen & Bar at The Star Gold Coast is getting the party started early, serving up drops of juniper and smooth live tunes at Jazz & Gin nights every Thursday from 6:00 pm. You’ll be tapping your feet and raising your glasses to live jazz sets by a rotating line-up of talented singers and musicians, who will keep the rhythm flowing as you kick back in the Garden Bar or enjoy dinner in the restaurant. Each week, there will be an array of Bombay Sapphire gin creations to sip, including refreshing sips like the rosemary, lime and yuzu gin spritz – the perfect match for those feel-good jazz vibes.
Dance in the street at the Country Festival in Southport this Saturday afternoon. Dust off the cowboy boots and catch Daisy Dukes, Nashville Road and Good Will Remedy perform country hits live. There will be slow-n-slow barbecue food trucks, a pop-up bar, line dancing and plenty of family-friendly fun. It kicks off at 2:00 pm out the front of CSi Club on Scarborough Street.
Settle in for a night of spectacular live music at Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight at The Star Gold Coast this Friday night. Direct from a sell-out tour of the UK and featuring a cast of West End Singers and a live band, Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight is a must-see spectacle. The live concert, held in The Star theatre, will be jam packed with all of your favourite Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before.
Catch Amy Shark’s live solo acoustic tour when it lands at HOTA this Friday. The 20-date ‘Songs and Stories’ tour will see Amy perform each set acoustically, while diving into stories and emotions of how each song came to life.
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Learn the art of backyard beekeeping at the Native Bee Workshop at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary this Saturday. In this hands-on, private workshop hosted by Steve Maginnity from The Australian Native Bee Company, budding beekeepers will learn about native bees in Australia, the role of pollinators, how to attract native bees to your backyard and so much more. The workshop is priced at $90 per person, which includes general entry into Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.
Fill your shopping bags at Harbour Town’s Get Outlet sale this weekend. The mega-sale is back from Friday through to Sunday, with huge discounts across a range of big brands, as well as family-friendly fun like free fairy floss and popcorn and live DJ beats.
Get ready for a wild ride as popular singer-songwriter Odette takes the stage at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse on Friday. She’s coming in hot on the last day of summer to celebrate the release of her bodacious, bubbly, and scathing new single Seahorses.
Discover the best of contemporary Australian photography with The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award 2024 at HOTA Gallery. With a $25,000 acquisitive prize, the award is the most prestigious photography prize in Queensland, open to all Australian artists working in contemporary photography. This exhibition is free to visit and open daily from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm until May 11, 2025.
Celebrate local creativity at the Gold Coast Triennial.The Gold Coast Triennial at HOTA Gallery showcases 43 local artists through diverse works, including installations, video art, sculpture and 2D pieces. The dynamic exhibition has transformed seven interconnected spaces, highlighting the region’s artistic diversity. Spanning generations and personal histories, it celebrates emerging talent and seasoned professionals alike. With free entry, the Triennial is a must-see cultural event on the Gold Coast.