EVENTS · GOLD COAST
What's On on the Gold Coast – October 2026
Published · Cenlocal summary
BLEACH Festival, Oktoberfest in the Gardens, Groundwater Country Music Festival and the Gold Coast 500 headline a busy October.
October is shaping up as one of the Gold Coast's busiest event months. Here are some of the major events listed by their official organisers.
BLEACH Festival — 1 to 11 October
The arts and culture festival takes over the HOTA, Home of the Arts precinct in Surfers Paradise for 11 days of music, dance, theatre and installations, with a mix of free and ticketed events. See the HOTA BLEACH Festival page.
Oktoberfest in the Gardens — Saturday 10 October
A one-day German-themed celebration on the Southern Lawn at Broadwater Parklands, Southport, listed from 1pm to 9pm. Ticketed; see the official event page.
Groundwater Country Music Festival — 16 to 18 October
Three days of free live country music across the streets, parks and venues of Broadbeach. See Groundwater CMF.
Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 — 23 to 25 October
Supercars returns to the Surfers Paradise street circuit through Main Beach and Surfers Paradise. Expect road closures and access changes in the area; residents and businesses should check the community information page.
Supporting local businesses
Major events bring visitors to Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise and Southport. It's a good time to explore local cafés, restaurants and accommodation listed on Cenlocal.
Event dates, times and availability can change. Please check with the event organiser or official event website before attending.
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