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Upcoming Events near Burleigh Heads
Sandbar Burleigh puts you in one of the Gold Coast's most vibrant pockets, with a full season of events within easy reach. From sun-drenched dining sessions in Broadbeach to world-class arts festivals, wildlife encounters, and craft beer celebrations, there is something on every weekend. Stay direct and make the most of it.
Koi Sunset Sessions
Monday to Saturday, 3pm to 6pm, through 31 August 2026 | Koi, 89 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Koi's early-evening sessions are a staple of the Broadbeach social scene, pairing coastal cuisine with cocktails, share plates, and a relaxed after-work atmosphere. Just a short drive from Burleigh Heads, it is the ideal way to ease into an evening on the Gold Coast.
Seafood Sundays at Maggie Choo
Every Sunday, 12pm to 5pm, through September 2026 | Maggie Choo, 89 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Maggie Choo's weekly seafood lunch draws a relaxed crowd for freshly sourced dishes, tropical cocktails, and a laid-back Sunday atmosphere. With a consistent Gold Coast following and a location just minutes from Sandbar Burleigh, it is a great way to wind down the weekend.
Art and Craft on the Coast, Broadbeach
1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 8am to 2pm | Kurrawa/Pratten Park, Broadbeach
One of the Gold Coast's most popular weekend markets, Art and Craft on the Coast fills Kurrawa Park with local artisans, handmade jewellery, ceramics, fashion, and food stalls. A lovely Sunday morning out, just eight kilometres from Burleigh Heads.
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Market
Every Sunday, 6am to 11:30am | HOTA precinct, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise
The HOTA Farmers and Artisan Market is a weekly institution on the Gold Coast, bringing together local produce, artisan goods, and fresh food under the trees at the Home of the Arts precinct. Arrive early for the best selection and grab breakfast before the crowds build.
Comedy Underground
Every Saturday | The Basement, HOTA, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise
HOTA's intimate basement venue hosts a rotating lineup of stand-up comedians every Saturday night in a bar-style setting. Local acts and touring names share the bill, making it a consistent pick for a fun night out within easy reach of Burleigh Heads.
Koala Breakfast at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Daily, through 5 October 2026 | Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, 28 Tomewin St, Currumbin
Start the morning among Queensland wildlife at Currumbin's beloved koala breakfast experience. Feed and photograph koalas up close before the sanctuary opens to the public, with lorikeet feeding and native animal encounters rounding out the morning. Just twelve kilometres south of Sandbar Burleigh.
Crafted Beer and Cider Festival
Saturday 12 September 2026 | Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach
Australia's favourite craft beer and cider event returns to Kurrawa Park in Broadbeach. Sample hundreds of craft brews from producers across the country, with live music and street food rounding out a standout Saturday just eight kilometres from Sandbar Burleigh.
BLEACH Festival 2026
1 to 11 October 2026 | HOTA, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise
BLEACH Festival transforms the Gold Coast into a 10-day celebration of contemporary performance, visual art, and live music. One of the region's flagship arts events, BLEACH draws national and international artists across multiple venues, with the HOTA precinct at its heart.
Stay nearby
Sandbar Burleigh is your base for the best the Gold Coast has to offer this season. Self-contained apartments in the heart of Burleigh Heads mean you can arrive relaxed, explore at your own pace, and head home knowing everything you need is waiting.
Past Events
Burleigh Art and Craft Markets
Last Sunday of every month, Justin Park, Burleigh Heads
Gold Coast Open
16–18 February 2024, Burleigh Heads
BLEACH Festival
15–25 August 2024, multiple locations including Burleigh Heads
Australian Boardriders Battle Grand Final
9–10 March 2024, Burleigh Heads
Gold Coast Marathon
6–7 July 2024, Gold Coast
Miami Marketta
Open every Wednesday through Saturday evening, Hillcrest Parade, Miami
Blues on Broadbeach
16–19 May 2024, Broadbeach
Cooly Rocks On
5–9 June 2024, Coolangatta
Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
23–26 May 2024, Sanctuary Cove
Gold Coast Film Festival
17–28 April 2024, multiple venues
Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500
25–27 October 2024, Surfers Paradise
SWELL Sculpture Festival
6–15 September 2024, Currumbin Beach