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SUMMARY:Australia Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Australia Day is a time for all Australians to reflect\, respect and celebrate and the best way to do this is to do something Australian – get together with family and friends or go to a local Australia Day event. \nThe 2026 Gold Coast Australia Day Celebrations will be held on Monday 26 January at the HOTA Outdoor Stage. Following the invite-only citizenship ceremony at 3.30pm\, this family friendly\, free event kicks off 4.00pm and concludes at 7.15pm. Enjoy live and local music on the HOTA Outdoor Stage from 4pm with free kids’ activities\, as well as an assortment of delicious food trucks and a fireworks finale at approximately 7:05pm. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/australia-day-celebration/
LOCATION:HOTA\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gold Coast,School Holidays,Summer School Holidays
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SUMMARY:The Bubble Spectacular
DESCRIPTION:Enter the bubbly-brilliant world of Dr Hubble\, as he presents The Bubble Spectacular – a fun-filled\, out of this world\, bubble-riffic show! \nExpect to be amazed as the ultimate master of bubbles\, Dr Hubble\, creates little bubbles\, BIG bubbles\, volcano bubbles\, tornado bubbles\, square bubbles and with a bit of his bubbly-magic\, you might even end up inside a bubble! \nThis poppin’ bubble party\, filled with laughter\, audience participation and even a little burst of fiery bubbles\, kids and their grown-ups will be left awe-struck as bubbles fly around the auditorium and take forms you’ve never seen before! \nAll of this and of course\, the world’s BIGGEST bubble party! Get ready to pop\, bounce\, and boogie in a bubbly blast of fun! \nCatch it\, before it floats away! It’s unbubb-levable! \n15 January 2026\n11am & 1:30pm \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/the-bubble-spectacular-2/
LOCATION:HOTA\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gold Coast,School Holidays,Shows & Performances,Summer School Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251220T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251220T210000
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SUMMARY:HOTA Christmas Twilight Market
DESCRIPTION:Have a HotA Jolly Christmas\, it’s the best time of the year! \nGet ready to unwrap the sparkle this festive season at the HotA Twilight Christmas Market\, your one stop wonderland for Christmas cheer under the stars on Saturday\, 20th December from 4PM-9PM for an evening that’s merry\, bright\, and bursting with yuletide joy. \nWander through a twinkling trail for artisans\, makers\, and gourmet delights\, all waiting to fill your Christmas stockings (and maybe your belly too!) \nWhat to expect:\nUnique handcrafted gifts for everyone on your nice list\nSeasonal food & festive feasts to make your taste buds sing\nLive tunes and roving performers spreading Christmas cheer\nSanta meet and greet and elf-approve photos ops\nKids’ activations for your little helpers\nA magical night market atmosphere you won’t forget\nWrap up your Christmas shopping and make a merry memories at HotA Twilight Christmas Market! \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/hota-christmas-twilight-market/
LOCATION:HOTA\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Gold Coast,Markets & Community,School Holidays,Summer School Holidays
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251220T130000
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SUMMARY:Ken Done Christmas Craft
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in to the HOTA Gallery on Saturday 20 December between 10am and 4pm for free Christmas craft activities inspired by the HOTA Gallery exhibition Ken Done: No Rules. \nYou’ll be making bright and bold Christmas cards and ornaments reflective of Ken’s iconic vibrant style. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/ken-done-christmas-craft/
LOCATION:HOTA\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Classes & Workshops,Gold Coast,School Holidays,Summer School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251214
DTSTAMP:20260604T113546
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SUMMARY:Artlab with Clicking Bricks | Christmas Make and Take
DESCRIPTION:Join HOTA for a festive and fun-filled Christmas workshop where you can create your very own holiday decoration out of LEGO! \nGuided by Andrew from LEGO Masters\, this hands-on event will give you the chance to design\, build\, and take home a unique LEGO creation perfect for the season. Whether you’re a LEGO enthusiast or just looking for a creative way to celebrate the holidays\, this latest Clicking Bricks workshop promises an unforgettable experience for all ages! \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/artlab-with-clicking-bricks-christmas-make-and-take/
LOCATION:HOTA\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Classes & Workshops,School Holidays,Summer School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251213
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SUMMARY:The Greatest Christmas Show
DESCRIPTION:The Greatest Christmas Show is Australia’s #1 family Christmas event\, blending heartwarming moments\, spectacular magic\, and world-class entertainment into one unforgettable night. \nLed by internationally acclaimed Master Illusionist Anthony Street\, prepare for breathtaking illusions that will leave you wondering if Christmas magic might just be real. Soaring vocals will fill the theatre with the spirit of Christmas\, while our cast of incredible dancers and a jaw-dropping cirque aerial act bring the stage to life in a flurry of wonder\, skill\, and glittering costumes. \nFrom high-flying feats to touching moments that capture the true meaning of Christmas\, and a very special visit from Santa Claus himself\, this is a show that will warm hearts\, inspire smiles\, and create cherished memories for the whole family. \nAt HOTA\, Home of the Arts on Friday 12 December 2025. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/the-greatest-christmas-show-gold-coast/
LOCATION:HOTA\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Gold Coast,Shows & Performances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208
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SUMMARY:Mayors Christmas Carols
DESCRIPTION:City of Gold Coast’s Mayor’s Christmas Carols returns for its 14th year\, bringing the festive magic to HOTA\, Home of the Arts. \nEnjoy two sparkling nights of live music\, family fun\, and Christmas cheer on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December. \nGold Coast’s very own pop sensation Ricki-Lee leads an incredible line-up of performers along with the pioneer of toddler techno\, Lenny Pearce. Other performances include Warner Bros. Movie World’s Looney Tunes Christmas Show\, and of course Santa himself. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. \nLimited free tickets for the HOTA Outdoor Stage will be available from 9am Monday 17th November and 6pm Tuesday 18th November (ticket limit applies). No Ticket? No worries! Bring your picnic blanket to HOTA Parklands for a relaxed\, family-friendly screening of the event on the big screens with delicious food trucks from 4:00pm. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/mayors-christmas-carols-25/
LOCATION:HOTA\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Gold Coast,Shows & Performances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260604T113546
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SUMMARY:Cloudy with a Chance of Art
DESCRIPTION:Eyes to the sky! HOTA’s Children’s Gallery is a place for daydreaming and creativity. \nThe sky is the limit to your imagination\, so families are encouraged to look up and see amazing historical to contemporary artworks by Australian artists who also look to the sky for inspiration. \nA curated display of cloud artworks will set the scene for play and creativity ‘beneath the clouds’ in the Children’s Gallery. \nOpen 10am – 4pm from 8 November 2025 to 1 February 2026 at HOTA\, Home of the Arts. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/cloudy-with-a-chance-of-art/
LOCATION:HOTA\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Featured,Gold Coast,School Holidays,Summer School Holidays
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
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SUMMARY:Ken Done: No Rules
DESCRIPTION:‘There are no rules. And if there are rules\, then you may as well break them.’ – Ken Done  \nKen Done’s paintings have captured public imagination for more than four decades. As one of Australia’s most recognisable artists\, Done is beloved for his bold use of colour and vibrant imagery\, resulting in paintings which are exuberant celebrations of the world around him. \n \nKen Done: No Rules features artworks from the 1980s to today which are largely drawn from Done’s personal collection. In his signature optimistic style\, he captures the intimacy of his home and garden through to the majestic grandeur of Australia’s reefs\, beaches and coastlines that have made Ken Done a household name. \n \nThe exhibition features an exclusive animation showcasing a selection of Ken Done’s iconic paintings\, offering visitors a deeper immersion into his vibrant universe. Also included is a selection of outfits from Australian designer duo Anna Plunkett and Luke Sales of Romance Was Born from their 2023 collaborative collection Done Zone. \nAt HOTA\, Home of the Arts from 12 September 2025 – 15 February 2026. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/ken-done-no-rules/
LOCATION:HOTA\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Gold Coast,School Holidays,Summer School Holidays
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