The complete guide to live music in Gold Coast this weekend (Thu 14–Sat 16 May 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Gold Coast for live music this weekend, Thu 14 May to Sat 16 May 2026. 10 shows across the city.
MI-SEX - SPACE RACE 1980 TOUR
When: Friday 15 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: Coolangatta Hotel, Coolangatta, Gold Coast
Price: $$40
Artists: MI-SEX
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Jezza (Solo)
When: Friday 15 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: SOPO, Southport
Artists: Jezza
Royale With Cheese: Rage Against The 90s - The Ultimate 90's Rock Show
When: Friday 15 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: Wallaby Hotel, Mudgeeraba
Price: $$40
Artists: Royale with Cheese
ROYALE WITH CHEESEFriday 15 May | The Wallaby HotelGet ready to throw it back.Ten years strong, Sydney’s Royale With Cheese bring their full throttle 90s rock party to The Wallaby Hotel for one massive night of anthems, singalongs and pure nostalgia.This is not your average covers band. Royale With …
Hey Gringo (Duo)
When: Friday 15 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: The Grand Hotel, Labrador
Artists: Hey Gringo
Daryl Roberts & Hey Gringo have performed across Oz and internationally for over 30 years with their fun tongue in cheek, catchy blues, funky soul and roots music. Hey Gringo has released 8 albums of original songs ...
Return of the Wizards
When: Saturday 16 May 2026 at 12:00pm
Where: Mo's Desert Clubhouse, Burleigh Heads
Price: $$13
Artists: The Weary Wizards Federation
The Weary Wizards Federation have awoken from their slumber and are ready to once more a thunderous sound. With their rock and roll mates and a couple of anarchist punks along for the ride.The roof of Mos Desert Clubhouse should prepare itself to be lifted. Return of the WizardsSaturday 16 May 2026…
Elke Louie 'Lavender' EP Launch - Miami Marketta Cargo Stage
When: Saturday 16 May 2026 at 5:00pm
Where: Miami Marketta, Gold Coast, Miami
Artists: Elke Louie
Free Entry. 5pm-7pm Young Gympie indie folk singer-songwriter Elke Louie has released her debut EP ‘Lavender’ (24 April 2026), marking the occasion with tour dates in South East Queensland and her first ...
Drag Queen Bingo - Runaway Bay Tavern
When: Saturday 16 May 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Runaway Bay Tavern, Runaway Bay
Price: $$21
Artists: Drag Queen Bingo
Drag Queen Bingo is BACK at Runaway Bay TavernIt’s Bingo with a Twist & Tuck, hosted by the one and only Carmen Taykett! For Haus of Drag sing and dance along Drag Queen Bingo ?Get ready for outrageous laughs, fabulous performances, and bingo like you’ve never played before. It’s the best way to end…
MINDRACE QLD WEEKENDER
When: Saturday 16 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Vinnies Dive, Southport
Price: $$25
Artists: Mindrace
Melbourne’s MINDRACE return to Southport this May with their own take on classic melodic hardcore. With nods to the sounds of Turning Point, In My Eyes, Side by Side & Bold, MINDRACE are on the road in support of their brand new self-titled LP (out now via Life.Lair.Regret & The Omission).Joined by …
The Chris Cornell Collection - a Tribute to the voice of a generation
When: Saturday 16 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Mo's Desert Clubhouse, Burleigh Heads
Price: $$29
Artists: The Chris Cornell Collection
Experience the genius of Chris Cornell and the bands he frontedSOUNDGARDENAUDIOSLAVETEMPLE OF THE DOGLive & loud & authentic!The Chris Cornell Collection will be bringing a power packed set to Mo's Desert Clubhouse in May.Rusty Cage, Jesus Christ Pose, Outshined, Show me how to Live, Cochise, Gasoli…
Hellions "Opera Oblivia 10th Anniversary Tour"
When: Saturday 16 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: Coolangatta Hotel, Coolangatta, Gold Coast
Price: $$56
Artists: Hellions
Sydney's genre-defying rock titans, HELLIONS, are celebrating the 10th anniversary of their ARIA-nominated, career-defining album, Opera Oblivia, with a massive Australian tour in May 2026.This is the album that smashed expectations, redefined the boundaries of Australian heavy music, and delivered …
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.