Main Events

 | Quiksilver and Roxy Pros Snapper Rocks and others, on the Beach, Coolangatta 4225 February-March In Gold Coast, surfing is the most popular activity and this international event tests the skills of professional surfers. There are big screens on the beach to track the event, which is free (to attend and view). International stars such as Kelly Slater, Mick Fanning, Sofia Mulanovich and Stephanie Gilmore have participated in this event. |
 | Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions Carnival Magic Millions Sales Complex, 28 Ascot Ct, Bundall 4217 March-April Magic Millions Sales, the most successful thoroughbred horse sales company, has a reputation of being the best place to buy world quality thoroughbreds. It hosts one of the world's greatest international yearling sales carnivals on the Gold Coast. Racing enthusiasts, punters and horse racing industry pros from across the globe gather at this three-week extravaganza. However, it is much more than just a horse sale. It is a unique Australian celebration with more than 40 associated events. |
 | Blues on Broadbeach Various, Broadbeach 4218 May 29th through June 1st, 2008 Just started in 2002, this music festival hosts several national and international performances. Transcending the barriers of age, gender and culture, Blues on Broadbeach is one of Australia’s iconic Blues Festivals. The performances take place on the beach, parks and streets, with four main stages in the precinct. There is no admission fee to attend the event. |
 | Gold Coast Show Parklands Showgrounds, Smith St & Parklands Dr, Southport, QLD 4215 August 29th through August 31st, 2008 Held annually for over hundred years, the Gold Coast Show is the largest community event in the city. The show features amazing fireworks, rodeo, horse events, rides, arts and agriculture, vintage cars and others. A popular event is choosing the "Miss Gold Coast." |
 | Gold Coast Indy 300 Through the streets of Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise 4217 October 23rd through October 26th, 2008 This American open wheel motor race lasts for over four days and nights, where Champ cars, V8 Supercars and others screech and race on the streets of Surfers Paradise. The circuit is 4.47 kilometers and approximately 13,500 grandstand seats are up for grabs. The tickets sale begin as early as March. The Indy 300 also features an air-show. |

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