Your Guide To What’s On This Weekend – Gold Coast Edition
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By Yana Van Der Byl | 30th April 2025It’s that glorious time of year when the long weekends keep rolling in, and the Gold Coast is delivering the goods. Think beach days with international surf legends, dancing the weekend away at epic festivals, cheeky market strolls with a matcha in hand, and live tunes that’ll have you swaying long after sundown. Whether you’re here for the vibes or just the fun, here’s your guide to living your best long weekend life.
Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro | All weekend
Surf’s up and the legends have landed. The Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro is back, and this year it’s all going down at the iconic Burleigh Heads. From May 3 to 13, watch the world’s best surfers carve it up on one of the coast’s most legendary breaks. With thousands hitting the sand daily, it’s more than a comp — it’s your last sun-drenched hoorah before winter kicks in. Sunscreen and a cold one at the Burleigh Pav? Essential.
OUT 2 LUNCH FESTIVAL | All weekend
Clear your calendar and crank the bass — OUT 2 LUNCH is serving up two massive days of waterside chaos at Broadwater Parklands this long weekend. FISHER’s doing a headline double set (yes, both days), with Hayden James, Patrick Topping and Chris Lake bringing the heat. Saturday’s almost sold out, so rally the crew, throw on something cool, and lock it in. Vibes? Immaculate. Waterside rave? Unmissable. Find tickets here.
Cinco de Mayo at Norté | All weekend
Mayo de México has landed at Norté, and it’s the long weekend fiesta we didn’t know we needed. To celebrate Cinco de Mayo (and let’s be honest, Labour Day too), they’re rolling out a month-long banquet packed with bold Mexican flavours. From kingfish collar, house tortillas, and corn ice cream. Add rare agave spirits and spicy sangria into the mix? Consider your May plans officially made at just $55pp.
Astra Lumina | Saturday
Astra Lumina is more than a night walk. It’s a cosmic love letter to the stars, set within the moonlit bushland of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Created by Moment Factory, the team behind immersive spectacles for Madonna and Disney, this Southern Hemisphere-first transforms 27 hectares of rainforest into a glowing universe of light, sound and wonder. Wander through shimmering trails, celestial projections and dreamlike soundscapes that blur the line between earth and sky. Every ticket supports vital conservation work and the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital.
HOTA Markets | Sunday
Sundays at HOTA Markets are a whole mood. From 6am to 11.30am, the precinct comes alive with fresh seasonal produce, artisan bites, boutique fashion and handcrafted treasures, all set against the dreamy lakeside backdrop. Start your morning with a matcha from Tao Brew, pick up a nourishing Moi Wrap and wander through the stalls as you stock up for the week. Fresh finds, good vibes and riverside hangs make it the perfect Sunday ritual.
Imagery: @burleighpavillion / @norte.restaurant / @followthefishtv
