THE LIFESTYLE CAPITAL OF AUSTRALIA

Experience Gold Coast has brought together Destination Gold Coast, Major Events Gold Coast, Study Gold Coast, Placemakers*, and HOTA, Home of the Arts.

Our focus is on strengthening the Gold Coast’s position as Australia’s premier visitor destination, being a home of major events, a preferred place to study and delivering arts and cultural experiences to become the Lifestyle Capital of Australia. 
Tourism

Tourism

Experience Gold Coast operates as a membership-based Destination Marketing Organisation representing the industry and generating increased visitor demand, visitor arrivals, and visitor expenditure for the benefit of the city.
Tourism
Uniting Gold Coast Tourism
Events

Events

Experience Gold Coast curates an inspiring and diverse portfolio of events and delivers a whole of city strategic approach to major event acquisition, management, and delivery.
Events
The Ultimate Events Destination
Education

Education

Experience Gold Coast empowers people to realise their potential. We attract students to our city as an education destination while providing meaningful student experiences that add depth to the city's social fabric.
Education
World-Class Education on the Gold Coast
Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

Experience the pulse of Gold Coast's culture - a canvas of cultural diversity, celebrating creativity in every form.
Arts & Culture
Where lifestyle meets art
Business Events

Business Events

The Gold Coast offers an ideal blend of professional and leisure environments for business events, boasting world-class venues and exceptional hospitality. Its combination of modern facilities and vibrant culture makes it a top choice for memorable and impactful business gatherings.
Business Events
The Imagination Capital
HOTA, Home of the Arts

HOTA, Home of the Arts

HOTA, Home of the Arts - your place for live performances, lake-side strolls, star-gazing, cinema-watching, art and new ideas. Discover art for everyone - indoors and out.
HOTA, Home of the Arts
Gold Coast's Cultural Mosaic
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Experience the Best Events

Plunge into the epicenter of excitement! Experience the Gold Coast's dynamic festivals, enthralling performances, top-tier sports, and unparalleled food and drink events. Discover all the electrifying events that make the Gold Coast a hub of exhilarating experiences.

What's On
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Study on the Gold Coast

Explore the vibrant educational landscape of the Gold Coast with Study Gold Coast. From finding the perfect course and accessing comprehensive career and employability resources to discovering student accommodation options, reading inspiring student stories, and searching for student jobs, begin your journey to a brighter future on the Gold Coast.

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Explore Gold Coast Wonders

Embark on a journey through the Gold Coast's captivating wonders. From exhilarating tours that unveil hidden gems to must-see attractions, every corner holds a new adventure. Discover the beauty of this vibrant destination, packed with things to do and spectacular places to explore. Let our guides inspire your next unforgettable escape to the Gold Coast.

Unlock the Secrets
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HOTA: A Vibrant Mosaic of Arts

From engaging world-class exhibitions to bustling markets and galleries, HOTA offers a rich palette of artistic expressions. Savor the culinary arts at multi-award-winning bars and restaurants, immerse yourself in captivating cinema, and be moved by inspiring theatre performances. Experience the essence of Gold Coast culture at HOTA, where every visit is a journey through art and taste.

Experience Artistic Wonders
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Connect and Inspire

Discover the premier destination for business events on the Gold Coast, where professionalism meets paradise. Our dedicated team specialises can assist in organising exceptional meetings, incentive trips, expos, and conferences, tailored to inspire and achieve your goals. With state-of-the-art facilities set against the backdrop of breathtaking landscapes, we ensure a memorable experience for every attendee.

Create Memorable Meetings

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. 

Learn more about the Kombumerri families