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Gold Coast Spring Guide: Festivals, Beach Spots and Dining Highlights

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Spring on the Gold Coast runs from September to November, bringing average daytime temperatures of 18 to 27 degrees Celsius. The season delivers a packed calendar of cultural and sporting events alongside beach days and outdoor dining.

Unmissable Events

Gold Coast Spring Guide: Festivals, Beach Spots and Dining Highlights

Several major events take place across the city during spring:

  • SWELL Sculpture Festival: Transforms Currumbin Beach into an outdoor art display from 11 to 20 September.

  • Crafted Beer Festival: Held on 12 September as a beachside celebration for beer enthusiasts.

  • Groundwater Country Music Festival: Takes over Broadbeach from 16 to 18 October.

  • Coolangatta Gold: Showcases elite surf sports on 17 and 18 October.

  • Supercars Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500: Brings motorsport action to the streets of Surfers Paradise from 23 to 25 October.

Gold Coast Spring Guide: Festivals, Beach Spots and Dining Highlights

Beaches and Local Spots

Beyond the well-known stretches of Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, visitors can explore several local favorites. Tallebudgera Creek offers calm waters, while Snapper Rocks and Greenmount suit surfing enthusiasts. Burleigh Heads provides easy access to nearby cafes and boutiques, and Rainbow Bay is known for its sheltered waters on windy days.

Gold Coast Spring Guide: Festivals, Beach Spots and Dining Highlights

Dining Highlights

Spring weather supports outdoor dining and long lunches across various local establishments:

  • Rick Shores: Located in Burleigh Heads, offering ocean views and Moreton Bay bug rolls.

  • Palette: Situated inside HOTA, serving fine dining dishes inspired by gallery exhibitions.

  • Norté & Sueño: Found in Nobby Beach, featuring Latin-American dishes downstairs and cocktails upstairs.

  • Bar Monte: Located in Miami, serving Italian classics and wine.

  • POKKOi: Situated in Coolangatta, offering Thai and Vietnamese fusion dishes and cocktails.

  • Burly Bar: Tucked into The Warehouses in Currumbin with small plates and gin drinks.

  • Labart: Located in Burleigh, operating as a relaxed bistro with a seasonal modern Australian menu.

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