9 April 2026
MY WAY SPOTLIGHT
Palette's Executive Chef, Dayan Hartill-Law, is stepping into the spotlight, featuring on My Way to share the passion, creativity and philosophy behind his approach to food. Known for championing seasonal produce and bold, contemporary flavours, the appearance offers a behind-the-scenes look at the inspiration that shapes every dish coming out of the Palettes kitchen. It’s a great moment to showcase the talent behind one of the Gold Coast’s standout dining experiences and celebrate the people who bring its culinary vision to life. The conversation also touches on the importance of culture and community, highlighting figures like Uncle John Graham from Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre and EGC’s own major event, Blues on Broadbeach as well as Swell Sculpture Festival that continues to shape the region’s vibrant creative scene.
IT’S ALL ABOUT MUM
Celebrate the woman who does it all this Mother’s Day because Mum deserves more than just a moment, she deserves something truly special.
Treat Mum to a beautifully curated High Tea experience at The Exhibitionist Bar, or a two- or three-course dining experience at Palette, the Gold Coast's only three hatted restaurant. Delight in a thoughtfully crafted menu of delicate sweets and savouries, paired with soothing Tavalon teas and premium wines dedicated to celebrating Mum in style.
Share uninterrupted mum time with skyline views or gather around the table and share every special moment and give her a Mother’s Day to remember.
DROP-IN, DO ART!!!
Join us this school holidays for free drop-in making activities for all ages.
Each day will have a new activity to explore connected to our free exhibition program.
10am - 2pm daily, Monday 13 April - Friday 17 April
All ages welcomed. Children must be accompanied by an adult or carer and cannot be left unsupervised at any time. Thank you for your understanding.
GUO JIAN IN CONVERSATION WITH JULIE MCLAREN
Join us on the opening day of This Moment: Highlights from the White Rabbit Collection of Chinese Contemporary Art for artist talks hosted by HOTA Gallery Senior Curator Julie McLaren.
Guo Jian has lived and worked in Australia since 1992 and is one of 26 artists whose work features in This Moment. Jian’s experiences of the tumultuous events of China’s recent history – his childhood during the Cultural Revolution, military service after leaving school, and first-hand experience of the pro-democracy demonstrations in Tiananmen Square in 1989 – continue to influence his painting and photography practice.
Guo Jian in Conversation with HOTA Gallery Senior Curator Julie McLaren - Saturday 18 April, 11am, free to attend.
VIEW THE 26 MAR 2026 ARTS & CULTURE UPDATE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.