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Happy Halloween returns to Dreamworld.
Get ready for family-friendly Halloween fun after dark.
Happy Halloween returns this October, transforming Dreamworld into a world of Halloween surprises, festive entertainment and after-dark adventures. Enjoy rides under the stars, free trick-or-treating, live entertainment, themed food and drinks, and plenty of opportunities to dress up and join the fun.
Solve clues, collect treats and show off your best costume, while thrill-seekers enjoy some of their favourite rides after dark. Plus, don't miss Belinda's Boo-tiful Costume Contest for your chance to win fantastic prizes.
With limited event nights available and several nights selling out last year, guests are encouraged to book early to avoid missing out.
Book your Happy Halloween adventure today.
Get ready to rock as Australia's favourite edutainment duo hits the stage for their biggest tour yet! Pevan and Sarah are bringing their high-energy musical extravaganza to theatres across the nation to show you exactly why they are the heartbeat of classrooms everywhere.
In this highly engaging, interactive adventure, your favourite friendly tiger and his spirited bestie will have the whole audience captivated. Expect a setlist bursting with your favourite Pevan and Sarah bangers, plenty of belly laughs and that unmistakable Cub Club magic.
Created by teachers, this show isn't just a concert - it's a brilliant blend of literacy, numeracy and social-emotional learning, all wrapped up in a spectacle that kids (and their grown-ups) will never forget.
So grab your tiger ears, warm up those singing voices and join us for an experience of pure, unforgettable joy. It's time to see the duo in the flesh - and the fur!
Experience the Dreamworld Night Market on the Northern Gold Coast, held every Friday and Saturday evening inside Dreamworld. Enjoy a vibrant night out with a rotating lineup of street food vendors, live music, entertainment and family-friendly activities.
Sample flavours from around the world, relax with friends and family, and soak up the lively atmosphere. With entertainment changing weekly and plenty of delicious food to discover, Dreamworld Night Market offers a fun and affordable evening for locals and visitors alike.
They're back!
The ever-popular CBD Twilight Markets are returning to Nerang Street, Southport this October. With the warmer weather rolling in, there's no excuse to miss out!
You can expect:
All your vegan favourites from our friends at QLD Vegan Markets
Non-vegan street food
Live music from local musicians Matt Hansford and DVNA
A not-to-be-missed vinyl DJ set by duo Transit Venus
Live artwork from Souls On Fire
Vintage fashion by Vuelo Vintage Goods
Pop-up bar
Free entry, great tunes, live art and unforgettable food - it's the perfect way to spend your Friday night.
Ride the G every 15 minutes to Southport Station.
If driving your car is a must, please consider carpooling. Suggested carparks include Mal Burke Carpark, Cloyne Road Carpark and Australia Fair (fees may apply).
Don't forget to bring your furry friends – the event is dog friendly.
For more info search CBD Twilight Markets on Facebook or visit the website.
CBD Twilight Markets are presented by City of Gold Coast.
Step into a world of Halloween magic as Sea World Spooky Nights returns this October.
Explore seven immersive spooky precincts filled with fangtastic entertainment, glowing displays, and after-dark surprises. Meet your favourite characters dressed in their Halloween best, enjoy rides under the stars, and witness enchanting shows & presentations throughout the evening. Create magical family memories with five spellbinding nights to choose from.
Get one free entry with a Premium Annual Pass.
As day fades, darkness takes hold. Fright Nights has returned to corrupt the farthest corners and darkest depths of Warner Bros. Movie World. With nowhere safe to turn, one question decides your fate... Will you Survive the Night?
Conquer five petrifying Scare Mazes, brave returning and new Horror Encounters, explore brain-melting Panic Rooms, take on scream-inducing night rides and roaming monsters. Fright Nights rises during October only, so make sure to grab your tickets before it's too late...
Harmonic Sanctum offers one of the Gold Coast's most tranquil and transformative wellness experiences, blending ancient sound healing with modern mindfulness in a series of immersive sound bath events.
Set against the backdrop of the coast's natural beauty, these gatherings invite you to unwind, recharge, and realign through the resonant tones of crystal singing bowls, Whether you're a seasoned meditator or simply seeking stillness in the chaos, there's something deeply restorative for every soul.
Held in serene indoor settings Harmonic Sanctum attracts locals, wellness seekers, and mindful travelers alike. Expect a sensory journey designed to clear the mind, calm the body, and awaken inner balance.
Spaces are intimate and limited to preserve the sacred atmosphere early booking is essential to secure your place in this deeply soothing sonic experience.
Don't let his appearance on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, or Netflix, or Just for Laughs, or Comedy Up Late fool you. Don't be sucked in by his five star reviews or the hundreds of millions of views he has online. Come see for yourself why this is Simon Taylor's most rambunctious show yet.
Bounding out of the Melbourne comedy scene, Simon found himself in Los Angeles early in his career, penning jokes for Jay Leno and touring the United States. Since then he's released four comedy specials, receiving critical acclaim for his blend of smarts and hilarity.
Catch him before his agent makes him increase the ticket price.
Australia's first sunrise silent disco fun run! Where attendees wake at the crack of dawn, gathering surrounded by likeminded others in the chosen pace wave and experience a 4 kilometre fun run like they've never done before! All before the sun rises. The event follows a 4 kilometre route, offering 4 paces, followed by a sunrise dance party in the park, pop up coffee and food stalls and bonus activations where attendees can further connect with like-minded community.
As the days grow brighter and spring fills the air with fresh energy, they're opening the doors for a beautiful day of free yoga, meditation, music, wisdom and community.
Come and experience the many ways yoga can bring more joy, connection and balance into everyday life.
Move your body, awaken your energy, find moments of stillness, explore yoga wisdom, sing along with live kirtan, enjoy a nourishing community lunch and simply spend some time in good company.
Come for one session, stay for a few, or make a whole day of it!
What's on
- Yoga asana classes for all levels
- Guided meditation
- Chi Kung and energy practices
- Wisdom talk
- Live kirtan (mantra meditation)
- Yin yoga and mantra sound bath
- Complimentary chai and nourishing nibbles
- Plant-based community lunch (AUD10, pre-paid booking required)
- A welcoming, heart-led community space
- Special membership and class pass offers
- One day only in-store specials
Come and Spring into Joy
In a world that can feel busy and overwhelming, it's good to have a place where you can slow down, breathe, move, sing, share a meal and remember what really matters. Come as you are. Leave a little lighter.
The Gold Coast Greek Festival is back, now at HOTA, Home of the Arts.
Two days of food, music, dancing, culture, community and a whole lot of opa.
Born from the Greek community and made for everyone, this is a celebration of everything that makes Greek culture so special, and an invitation to the whole Gold Coast to come along for the ride.
A little bit of Greece is coming to the Gold Coast, and everyone is invited.
RLWC 2026 heads to the Gold Coast in an extraordinary triple-header at CBUS Stadium. Fiji faces France in Game 1, followed by an epic match-up between New Zealand and Fiji in Game 2. The triple-header closes with the Kiwi Ferns versus the PNG Orchids.
Game 1: Saturday 31 October 2026, 1:00pm local time (2:00pm AEDT)
Game 2: Saturday 31 October 2026, 3:00pm local time (4:00pm AEDT)
Game 3: Saturday 31 October 2026, 5:00pm local time (6:00pm AEDT)
Located on the spectacular Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Strike Surfers Paradise is not a normal bowling alley and has raised the bar when it comes to entertainment in paradise.
Not only is it home to 6 bowling lanes, the location also features 2 mini golf courses, 2 corridors of challenge rooms, arcade games, dodgems, and an XD theatre brought to you by Holey Moley, Hijinx Hotel and Archie Brothers. Strike Surfers Paradise is the ultimate place for a great night out!
eforea spa at Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences is your Gold Coast day spa destination.
eforea Spa at Hilton Surfers Paradise is a luxurious day spa on the Gold Coast, designed to help you step away from everyday life and reconnect with your wellbeing.
This tranquil spa experience invites you to slow down, unwind, and restore balance to both body and mind. Results-driven spa treatments with locally inspired therapies, creating moments of deep relaxation and pure relaxation in a calm, indulgent setting
Located on Level 2 of the hotel, eforea Day Spa provides a serene space enhanced by innovative design elements to make your pampering experience unforgettable.
Whether you're a local looking to unwind at their welcoming Surfers Paradise day spa, or a visitor treating yourself to a highly rated getaway, eforea Spa Gold Coast, is your destination for relaxation and rejuvenation.
All eforea spa treatments include:
Complimentary parking at Hilton Surfers Paradise
Complimentary glass of anti-oxidant berry tea or sparkling wine
Full day complimentary use of Hilton Surfers Paradise pools and sauna
The only of its kind in Australia - step inside The Real Human Anatomy Exhibition to gain a comprehensive insight into the extraordinary human anatomy and physiology by viewing real human bodies preserved by the process of plastination.
This exhibition is a display of art, of the beauty of the human body. It shows how amazing the body functioning is and how it has evolved to become a combination of different complex systems that all support each other. Each body works as a complete universe.
Come and see it for yourself - located inside the lobby of Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel and Residences.
Step inside Surfers Paradise's newest horror attraction and take on seven heart-pounding rooms packed with live actors, sudden scares, and moments that will leave you breathless.
From the instant you enter, the tension builds. Each room throws something new at you — sharp turns, quick surprises, and characters who appear out of nowhere. No two walkthroughs feel the same, and you'll never know what's waiting behind the next corner.
The mix of sound, lighting, and real actors keeps you on edge from start to finish. It's fast, intense, and made for anyone who loves a good adrenaline rush.
Door Seven is open now in the Paradise Centre, ready to test your nerves and challenge your courage.
Think you can handle it? Step through the first door and find out.
Archie Brothers, it's your new favourite arcade
It's dazzling, it's delightful, it's a spectacle for all the ages - and this is not just talking about the Gold Coast.
Archie Brothers is a real prize for the eyes - a kaleidoscopic circus of cocktails, arcade and ticket games that give old fun a new life, an arcade-carnival hybrid where everyone is welcome to be and discover themselves, Your new favourite arcade.
This is a one-stop entertainment destination with arcade games, and prizes, prizes, prizes. And the fun doesn't stop there, the crazy cocktails, shakes and bar snacks are just as much a feast for the eyes as they are for the tastebuds. There's no place on earth like Archie's.
School holidays, rainy day activities, family fun, date nights or corporate events are all covered with the best fun time out in the Gold Coast with bowling, mini golf, arcades, Karaoke, dodgems, thrillrider and challenge rooms all under one roof, with a fully stocked bar at it's heart.
It's 4-worlds of fun when you link up with Strike Bowling, Holey Moley Golf Club and Hijinx Hotel next door where you can bowl, putt and hijinx your heart out!
Hijinx Hotel is an immersive interactive game experience housed within the theme, wonder and theatre of a quirky New York style hotel where the rooms are reimagined into quick play, challenge rooms. Leave the suitcases at home - these are rooms where you play, not stay.
Each of the hotel wings home highly fun & experiential, game-afied rooms made up of 5 different collaborative games including massive adult ball pits, giant size scrabble tiles and rubix cubes, enormous musical instruments (think the Piano in BIG).
Throw in unicorns a plenty and Hijinx is perfect for 5 and 500 year olds, fun for the young and the young at heart in a group, on a date or just out with a mate, Hijinx Hotel is the best place to play.
Ready to check out for good? Why not check out their friends at Strike Bowling, Holey Moley or Archie Brothers?
Ready to tee off?
Imagine the craziest round of mini golf you've ever played. Now add a bar. Hello, Holey Moley Golf Club!
They've turned traditional putt putt on its head, with 18 unique holes that'll be sure to keep you on your toes. Add tunes, drinks, cocktails and catering from the kitchen and full-service bar, The Caddyshack, and you've got the Gold Coast's newest and most exciting mini golf course. Par none.
If it's wow birthday parties, Bucks, Hens or weddings, 40th (or your second 20th) celebration - Holey Moley Surfers Paradise has you covered with a range of full function packages, amazing Instagrammable cocktails and fun for all ages!
Rainy day or sunshine, school holidays or weekend getaways, date nights or just because - Holey Moley Golf Club, It's a putt above, Par none!
Finished your 18th Hole? Why not head over and check out their friends at Strike Bowling, Archie Brothers & Hijinx Hotel?
Kiki Koala themed cafe is a unique blend of a super cute cafe and souvenir gift store.
If you love Kiki Koala this is a fantasy store for you and all the young at heart .
Have your photo with Kiki then sit and enjoy our famous scrumptious Kiki Koala waffles and other hand made treats in the gorgeous cafe.
Looking for something unusual then the gift store is perfect for you, take your time to browse, you will find a unique blend of Australian artist giftware and apparel for all ages.
These designs are exclusively made by our artists using the Australian landscape, animals and birds as their inspiration to create beautiful gifts for you to give to loved ones.
Located in the heart of Surfers Paradise and easily accessible via the tram get off at Cavill Ave Stop . There is also onsite parking at Paradise centre.
Lan Spa is a Gold Coast day spa destination offering indulgent wellness experiences for visitors seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.
Located in Surfers Paradise, the spa features soothing massage therapies, signature head spa treatments, and tailored beauty rituals.
Guests can escape the everyday hustle and unwind in a serene environment designed to restore balance and vitality.
Have you ever dreamt of flying? Whether you're three or 103, iFLY Indoor Skydiving makes the dream of flight a reality. .
iFLY is not just a thrill ride, but is the latest thing in action sports. Simply lean forward inside their glass tunnel into a column of air and float effortlessly into flight guided by their fully qualified instructors.
Indoor Skydiving is safe for kids, challenging for adults, exciting for teens and realistic for skydivers. At a fraction of the cost of an outdoor skydive, and their all-round glass flight chamber, Indoor Skydiving is the perfect activity for the whole family!
Based in the heart of Surfers Paradise, iFLY Gold Coast is walking distance from all major accommodation, bars and restaurants.
They have a free viewing gallery so come and check them out. Bookings are recommended so you don't miss out as they get super busy!
You don’t need to go on an overseas holiday to sport some fun hair braids. Simply stop by Paradise Resort Gold Coast's hair braiding room! A trip to their Pamper Parlour promises a magical day out. With creative braiding styles on offer from their hair experts, your child will leave rocking a fun braid in their choice of styles.
It’s not all about the hair in the Pamper Parlour. With their Glam Pack’, you can choose from their gorgeous face jewels and stick-on nails collection for the ultimate makeover.
Welcome to the biggest Timezone in the world! For over 40 years, Timezone Surfers Paradise has been the Gold Coast's go-to destination for unbeatable holiday magic, and once you step through our doors in the Paradise Centre on Cavill Ave, you'll understand why. This isn't just an arcade; it's a full-blown entertainment empire ready to delight holidaymakers and locals alike.
Imagine this: you've spent the morning on Surfers Paradise Beach, and now ready for something different. Step into our neon-lit wonderland and choose your adventure! Challenge the kids to a round of mini golf or tackle ColourGrid, the ultimate interactive challenge, testing players' speed, skill, teamwork and reflexes while bringing everyone together for a fun and competitive experience.
Try a round of Laser Tag or let the immersive VR experiences transport you to another dimension. With over 300 state-of-the-art arcade games and experiences to choose from, you'll need more than one visit to experience them all… Especially since Zone Bowling, opened right next door to Timezone Surfers Paradise in 2022, adding tenpin bowling and Augmented Reality (AR) Darts to the mix. And don't forget to visit our iconic Winner's Vault, where guests can redeem Powertickets for high-quality prizes.
Timezone Surfers Paradise is your weather-proof answer to holiday activities the whole family will enjoy – and a visit might just become the highlight of your trip.
