Open-fire feasts, Blues on Broadbeach and Jimmy Barnes live – what’s on this weekend
From Blues on Broadbeach and luxe fire-fuelled feast by the seaside to Jimmy Barnes and a Hamilton tribute party, here’s a rundown of what’s on across the Gold Coast this weekend.
Markets, music and food events this weekend
Fire up your appetite – Terra Firma Dining x Sheraton Grand Mirage is back with a flame-fuelled feast under the stars this Saturday. Set on the resort’s lush south-east lawn, this one-of-a-kind dining experience serves up a three-course banquet cooked over open fire, paired with premium drinks and live entertainment. Jump here for tickets.
The annual Blues on Broadbeach kicks off this Thursday, bringing four huge days of rhythm, soul and groove to the precinct – and it’s all free. Headlined by The Cruel Sea, the 2025 lineup also features Eli Paperboy Reed, DIESEL, Steph Strings, Bondi Cigars, The Harlem Gospel Travelers, Rod Paine & The Fulltime Lovers, Rhiannon Billy K Blues Band Simpson and many more. Peep the line-up here.
Catch Jimmy Barnes live in Kurrawa Park this Sunday. The one-off ticketed concert is is a powerful final to Blues on Broadbeach, and will see the Aussie rock legend perform favourites from his iconic Soul Deep album, including ‘I Gotcha’ and ‘River Deep Mountain High’. Grab your tickets here.
Venture up the M1 for gyros, keftedes and Zorba dancing at Paniyiri Greek Festival. Taste Greek wines, shop the market stalls, smash a plate and enjoy a non-stop line-up of entertainment. Our personal favourite pitstop has got to be the food stalls representing 11 different Greek regions, serving everything from kataifi to souvlas, and haloumi to honey puffs. Tickets are available here. Opa!
The bi-monthly Broadwater Pavilion Markets are back this Saturday at Fisherman’s Lawn at Broadwater Parklands serving up seaside vibes, live tunes and delicious bites. Support local makers, graze your way through food trucks and soak up the relaxed waterfront atmosphere. Jump here for more info.
Love Hamilton the musical? Don’t throw away your shot – head to Miami Marketta for the On Repeat: Hamilton Party and fill your Saturday night with Hamilton anthems and greatest hits from all the best musicals. Doors open at 8:00 pm, grab your tickets here.
Live shows and exhibitions on the Gold Coast this weekend
Explore literary treasures at HOTA’s blockbuster exhibition Writers Revealed: Treasures from the British Library and National Portrait Gallery, London. The one-of-a-kind exhibition experience brings together over 100 rare manuscripts and portraits from literary legends like William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, the Brontë sisters, William Blake, Virginia Woolf, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Lewis Carroll, Sir Kazuo Ishiguro and Zadie Smith – many of which have never been seen outside the UK. Structured in five thematic sections, the exhibition spans 500 years of authorship, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of iconic English-language writers through their original works and portraits.
Marvel at illuminated night walk Astra Lumina at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. The cosmic after-dark journey will take you on a curated trail through Currumbin’s 27 hectares of pristine bushland by night, with immersive projections, incredible lighting and otherworldly soundscapes. It’s a must! Grab your tickets here.
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.