Experience Gold Coast curates and supports an impressive and vibrant portfolio of cultural, sporting, lifestyle and business events.
Inspired by our city’s enviable climate and lifestyle, first-class facilities, exceptional venues and welcoming culture, we are building the Gold Coast’s reputation as one of the most sought-after destinations to host, present, attend or participate in an event.
Why host on the Gold Coast?
Our Team
Our team of passionate, event professionals offer a wealth of expertise across the Gold Coast’s events sector, collaborating with event owners to support the delivery of world-class events.
Funding Opportunities
Funding is available for eligible sporting, cultural, lifestyle and business events, that align with EGC’s objectives and strategic vision.
Location
The sixth-largest city in Australia, the Gold Coast is a bustling metropolitan region, home to more than half a million people, celebrated for its long sandy beaches, sub-tropical climate and welcoming city culture. Located 66 kms (41 mi) south of Brisbane on Australia’s east coast, we have the convenience of our own international airport, Gold Coast Airport, while being only an hours drive from Brisbane International Airport.
A huge variety of venues
Choose your perfect event venue. From purpose-built meeting spaces, luxury conference facilities and creative spaces for your next business event. To first-class sporting facilities, stadiums, and outdoor venues for your next sporting, cultural or lifestyle event. The Gold Coast can accommodate events from 200 people to 50,000.
Event Venues & Spaces
Boasting world-class facilities, purpose-built venues and stadiums, and picturesque outdoor event spaces, the Gold Coast is the perfect event host.Explore our list of event venues and spaces across the Gold Coast. VIEW VENUES AND SPACES
Event Funding
Through our Event Partnerships Program, funding is available for sporting, lifestyle and cultural events that attract national and international visitation and contribute to positioning the Gold Coast as a premier events destination. APPLY FOR FUNDINGEVENTS WE PROUDLY SUPPORT
Pacific Airshow
Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500
AACTA Awards
The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Carnival
World Surf League Gold Coast Pro
Gold Coast Marathon
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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.