What’s On: Events Near Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments
Local events worth planning your stay around
The Gold Coast holds a steady lineup of public events each year. You’ll find fireworks, live music, racing, and community festivals across every season. These are some of the key dates to keep in mind for 2025 and beyond.
Gold Coast Show 2026
29-31 August 2026 | Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, SouthportThe Gold Coast Show is one of the region’s most beloved annual events, bringing together rides, showbags, agricultural displays and live entertainment over three days at Broadwater Parklands in Southport, approximately 5km from the apartments.
Pacific Airshow Gold Coast
14-16 August 2026 | Surfers Paradise BeachfrontWatch world-class aerobatic performers and military aircraft light up the skies above Surfers Paradise beach in this spectacular three-day airshow. One of Australia’s premier aviation events, it draws huge crowds to the beachfront, around 8km from Bayview Beach.
BLEACH Festival 2026
1-11 October 2026 | HOTA, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers ParadiseBLEACH is the Gold Coast’s flagship contemporary arts festival, running across 11 days at HOTA. Expect circus, dance, theatre and street performance on the Outdoor Stage and throughout the cultural precinct, roughly 8km from Biggera Waters.
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Market
Every Sunday, 6am-11:30am through October 2026 | HOTA, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers ParadiseThe HOTA Farmers and Artisan Market is a popular weekly gathering of local producers, bakers, florists and makers on the HOTA precinct grounds. Browse fresh seasonal produce, handmade goods and specialty food. Runs every Sunday morning, approximately 8km from the apartments.
Comedy Underground
Every Saturday | HOTA, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers ParadiseComedy Underground delivers a weekly lineup of stand-up comedians at HOTA every Saturday night. A relaxed, regular event with a rotating bill of local and national talent, it is a reliable option if you want a laugh during your stay, about 8km from Biggera Waters.
Crafted Beer and Cider Festival
Saturday 12 September 2026 | Kurrawa Park, BroadbeachNow in its tenth year on the Gold Coast, Crafted brings together independent breweries and cider makers for a full day of tastings, food and live music at Kurrawa Park in Broadbeach. Sample a broad range of Australian producers and enjoy the atmosphere in this popular beachside park, around 12km from the apartments.
Art and Craft on the Coast, Broadbeach
1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 8am-2pm | Kurrawa/Pratten Park, BroadbeachA long-running open-air market showcasing local artists, craftspeople and artisans at Kurrawa and Pratten Parks in Broadbeach. Browse original paintings, jewellery, ceramics, textiles and more in a relaxed beachside setting. Running year-round on the first and third Sunday of each month, around 12km away.
Koi Sunset Sessions
Monday to Saturday through 31 August 2026, 3-6pm | Koi, 89 Surf Parade, BroadbeachWind down after a day out at Koi’s recurring Sunset Sessions, held every Monday through Saturday afternoon through to the end of August. A relaxed early-evening experience at Broadbeach’s Koi restaurant, with modern Australian cuisine and a coastal setting, about 12km from Biggera Waters.
Dreamworld Night Market
Fridays and Saturdays through March 2027 | Dreamworld, CoomeraDreamworld’s Night Market runs every Friday and Saturday through to March 2027. Food stalls, entertainment and a relaxed evening atmosphere inside the Dreamworld precinct give this a different feel from the usual daytime visit. A worthwhile evening outing, approximately 22km from Biggera Waters.
Koala Breakfast at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Daily through 5 October 2026 | Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, 28 Tomewin St, CurrumbinStart the morning with a genuine wildlife encounter at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. The Koala Breakfast experience lets guests hand-feed kangaroos and meet koalas in a natural sanctuary setting. Running daily through October, approximately 30km south of Biggera Waters.
Attending one of these events?
Book direct with Bayview Beach Holiday Apartments to stay close to the venues, while enjoying a peaceful place to return to at the end of the day.