The complete guide to live music in Gold Coast this weekend (Thu 13–Sat 15 Aug 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Gold Coast for live music this weekend, Thu 13 Aug to Sat 15 Aug 2026. 10 shows across the city.
Half Baked Ft Dune Rats
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 5:00pm
Where: Burleigh Town Hotel, West Burleigh
Price: $$73
Artists: Dune Rats
F**k yeah, we’re back! (did you miss us?)And this time we’re getting FULLY baked with a bunch of loosest units we could find.Leading the charge are party starters Dune Rats. You know the deal, it’s gonna get loud and rowdy with banger after banger. “Scott Green”, “Bullshit”, “Too Tough Terry” and so…
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Jack Botts’ Days & Days Australia Tour - Gold Coast
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Miami Marketta, Gold Coast, Miami
Price: $$50
Artists: Jack Botts, The Stamps
Jack Botts returns to stages around the country this August in celebration of his highly anticipated second album, Days & Days.Known for his laid-back blend of folk, country and coastal-inspired storytelling, Jack has built a dedicated global following through unforgettable live shows and a prolific…
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: The Imperial Hotel, Main Beach
Price: $From $37.50
Artists: Hans Zimmer
[Fever] ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose on the Gold Coast. Buy your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer The Palazzo Versace under the gentle glow of candlelight. This is a tr…
GAYC/DC (USA)
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Mo's Desert Clubhouse, Burleigh Heads
Price: $$44
Artists: GAYC/DC
GAYC/DC takes AC/DC's catalog and gives it a gloriously queer makeover. Think "Dirty Dudes (Done Dirt Cheap)" instead of "Dirty Deeds."But here's the thing... they're not just having a laugh. These guys can actually play.Founded by Christopher Freeman (who also plays bass for Pansy Division) and d…
STEELE IN SOUTHPORT
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Vinnies Dive, Southport
Price: $$13
Artists: Steele
STEELE + Static + Ashtray Avenue
Lies N' Destruction - Paradise Cities Tour
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: Mermaid Waters Hotel, Mermaid Waters
Price: $$40
Artists: Lies N Destruction - Guns n Roses Tribute
Lies N’ Destruction are Australia’s only nationally touring Guns N’ Roses experience, delivering the power, danger and swagger that changed rock forever. Fresh off two national tours in 2024 and 2025, the band continues to go from strength to strength, earning a reputation as Australia’s most authen…
elsewhere's 23rd birthday
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: elsewhere, Surfers Paradise
Price: $$25
Artists: Lazy Ghost, Nana's Pie
don't miss LAZY GHOST + NANA'S PIE show you exactly what the QLD music scene is all about.elsewhere is proud to present the 23rd instalment of the elsewhere birthday.all gig tickets will get entry to the full night lineup incl. GURPAAL.serving you gladly.
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 8:30pm
Where: The Imperial Hotel, Main Beach
Price: $From $43.50
Artists: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
[Fever] ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gold Coast. Buy your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at The Imperial Hotel Gold Coast under the gentle glow of candlelig…
NEXUS Friday - Manuel Viola & friends
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 10:00pm
Where: Tempo Nightclub, Surfers Paradise
Artists: NEXUS Friday - Manuel Viola & friends
Feel The Magic: Magic Men Live - Gold Coast
When: Saturday 15 August 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Platinum Nightclub, Surfers Paradise
Price: $From $55.00
Artists: Feel The Magic
[Fever] 🎁 Gift this experience to your loved ones! Click here to check out our gift card. Tickets for Feel The Magic: Magic Men Live on the Gold Coast 🎫 Silver Seating (general) 🎫 Gold Seating (priority - 5th row to middle) 🎫 Platinum Seating (VIP - 1st 4 rows) Each ticket includes: - Glass of …
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Gold Coast This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.