Free croissants, Sarah Blasko and The Veronicas – what’s on across the Gold Coast this weekend
This weekend is stacked with things to do. Both Sarah Blasko and Ziggy Alberts are playing at Miami Marketta, Dipcro Pastry is giving away free croissants, there’s a huge car festival rolling into town and the Country Paradise Markets are lighting up the night. Here’s a handy list of what’s on across the Gold Coast from Thursday February 20 to Sunday February 23.
Score free croissants to celebrate the opening of Dipcro Main Beach this Saturday and Sunday. To officially celebrate the opening of its second location in Main Beach, pastry haven Dipcro is giving away free butter croissants to the first 200 customers at its Tedder Avenue store on both Saturday and Sunday this weekend. The free croissants kick off at 8:00 am – be quick!
Get amped with Grinspoon, Jebediah, JET and The Veronicas at Lookout Festival at the Sandstone Point Hotel. Honouring the very best of alternative rock, Lookout Festival’s Australia tour is landing at Sandstone Point this Saturday February 22 with a stellar line-up that also includes the likes of Spiderbait and Magic Dirt. Tickets are still available here.
Be swept off your feet by Sarah Blasko at Miami Marketta on Sunday. The much-loved singer-songwriter is performing an intimate live show to celebrate her seventh solo album, I Just Need to Conquer This Mountain. Gates open at 5:00 pm, so head in early and grab a bite.
Get sweaty at Double Baked mini festival at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse this Saturday. Back for its sixth year, Mo’s own mini festival will see the likes of Girl and Girl, Rinser, Zooid, Robot God, Odd Jobs, The Sea Benz, Cannabys and Lunar Dirt take the stage. Kicking off at 2:00 pm, there will be food trucks, cocktails on the deck, prizes and plenty of fun.
Catch captivating sounds by Ziggy Alberts at Miami Marketta. The dreamy musician is bringing his signature blend of music, passion and connection to life on the Marketta stage on Saturday night as part of his New Love tour. Doors open at 7:00 pm.
Gather your Swifties for the ultimate Taylor Swift tribute show at Mo’s Desert Clubhouse. Five-piece band REPUTATION is taking fans though every era, performing TayTay’s biggest hits the stage this Sunday night. Friendships bracelets at the ready!
Groove the night away to Caravana Sun at The Wallaby this Friday night. Known for their wild energy and festival-ready tunes, Caravana Sun is set to light up the Wallaby with a live show that promises big vibes and dance-worthy hits.
Dance along to BIG FAT RUDE BASH at Miami Marketta this Friday. The electrifying live concert will see 12-piece juggernaut SUNNY COAST RUDE BOYS bring its surf-tinged ska and reggae vibes to the stage, supported by groove-infused FAT PICNIC. The fun starts at 7:00 pm, so head in early for a street-food feast before dancing the night away.
Check out slick hot rods at Cars & Culture this Sunday. The Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre in Carrara will be a haven for car enthusiasts, showcasing a huge line-up of super cars, custom cars, classics, bikes and more. Plus, there will be food vendors and coffee cars, live DJs and market stalls.
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Sip and sway at Gin & Jazz on The Deck at Currumbin RSL this Friday night. From 6:30 pm, The Deck will come alive with smooth jazz sounds by the Jake Mewes Trio, while gin cocktails are poured from the Tanqueray pop-up gin bar. The perfect Friday night under the stars.
Enjoy brews and chews under the stars at the Country Paradise Night Markets this Saturday. Enjoy a feast of food-truck fare, soak up live tunes, sip at the pop-up bar, browse through the markets and check out a line-up of classic cars while you’re at it.
Go riding with the horses at Darryl Braithwaite’s live show at Twin Towns this Saturday night. The Dazzler is back in town (again!) with a huge canon of classic hits that’ll surely have you dancing in the aisles.
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.