Weekend Mode: Activated.
Weekend Mode: Activated.
The Langham is set to bring a touch of luxury to the Easter school holidays, with a curated line-up of festive dining, family-friendly activities and elevated experiences across the long weekend and holiday break.
Running from Friday 3 April, the Easter programme includes Palm Court’s Easter Afternoon Tea, Akoya’s Easter Seafood Buffet, hot cross buns at 26 & Sunny, and a School Holidays Family Programme designed for both children and adults.
A highlight of the seasonal line-up is Palm Court’s Easter Afternoon Tea, available from Friday 3 April until Monday 20 April. Priced at $95 per person, the experience features handcrafted Easter-themed sweet and savoury delicacies, freshly baked scones, premium loose-leaf teas or coffee, with the option to elevate with sparkling wine, champagne or a cocktail. Bookings are essential.
At Akoya, guests can indulge in an Easter Seafood Buffet on Friday 3 April and Saturday 4 April, priced at $149 per person and featuring Easter-themed creations.
Across the long weekend, hot cross buns will also be available daily.
Where: The Langham, Surfers Paradise
After a sold-out debut season in 2025, La Clique has returned to the Gold Coast for another outrageous romp at HOTA, Home of the Arts.
Experience the jaw-dropping, spectacular show that has thrilled audiences around the world.
Sexy, funny, dangerous and deliciously risqué, this multi-award-winning production has captivated more than a million people across the globe since its ground-breaking debut in 2004.
Where: Lakeside Room, HOTA, Home of the Arts, Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise
This Easter, guests are invited to celebrate with a series of indulgent seasonal dining experiences at Citrique Restaurant, located within JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa.
Easter Day High Tea
Celebrate the season with a special Easter-themed High Tea featuring handcrafted pâtisserie, hot canapés and signature creations. Guests can also indulge in a decadent chocolate dessert station filled with festive sweet treats and delights. Curated teas accompany the experience alongside two hours of free-flowing house sparkling wine and mimosas, set to the relaxed ambience of live entertainment.
Date: Saturday, 4 April 2026
Time: 12:00pm – 2:30pm
Cost: $99 per guest
Includes two hours of house sparkling wine and mimosas
Easter Sunday Seafood & Grill Lunch Buffet
A highlight of the Easter weekend, Citrique’s Easter Sunday Lunch showcases the restaurant’s renowned seafood and grill buffet. The experience includes a lobster to share, alongside a range of seasonal Easter dishes thoughtfully crafted by the culinary team. To make the day even more memorable, buffet guests are invited to join resort guests for the annual Easter Egg Hunt, returning once again after delighting little ones year after year.
Date: Sunday, 5 April 2026
Time: 12:00pm – 2:30pm
Cost: $135 per adult, $70 per child (5–12 years), Children 4 years and under dine complimentary
Easter Long Weekend Seafood & Grill Dinner Buffet
Throughout the Easter long weekend, guests can enjoy Citrique’s signature buffet dinner featuring an abundant spread of fresh seafood, succulent grilled meats and globally inspired dishes, complemented by an indulgent selection of handcrafted chocolate desserts created especially for the occasion.
Dates: Good Friday – 3 April, Saturday – 4 April, Easter Sunday – 5 April (includes access to the resort’s Easter egg hunt, which is exclusive to diners and hotel guests only), Easter Monday – 6 April
Dinner pricing: $135 per adult, $69 per child (5–12 years), Children 4 years and under dine complimentary
A 15% surcharge applies on public holidays and additional handling fees may apply.
Ease into Easter Sunday with Flamenco Sol, a relaxed rooftop session celebrating sunshine, music and Latin American flavours Sueño is known for.
The rooftop comes alive with long lunches, refreshing cocktails, and plates designed to share. As the afternoon unfolds, settle in with a Margarita in hand and enjoy the laid-back rhythm of the day.
From 3-5pm, the atmosphere shifts as the sounds of live Flamenco- Latino guitar by Camarón De La Vega fill the terrace, bringing a warm Latin American energy to the afternoon.
Whether you’re keen for a leisurely lunch or arriving for sunset cocktails and live music, Flamenco Sol is the perfect way to spend Easter Sunday.
Where: The Oxley Atrium, 17 Lavarack Road, Mermaid Beach
Soak up a long weekend filled with great food, live music and family fun at pubs on the Gold Coast. From Irish bands to late night DJs, Easter Egg Hunts to all-day dining, there’s something for everyone!
● Good Friday – all day dining from 12pm
● Easter Saturday & Sunday – Raw Bar Seafood selection and signature Eggspresso martinis available alongside the usual a la a carte food & drink menus
● Easter Sunday – Bunny Brunch, a delicious spread of brunch favourites with a touch of Easter magic and plenty of chocolate surprises, 1pm-3pm, $89pp
Where: Level 2, 4 Orchid Ave, Surfer Paradise
● Thursday 2nd April – The Gathering 8pm-midnight – kicking off the long weekend with Mick McHugh and his renowned trad band bringing energy and the Irish spirit
● Closed Good Friday
● Easter Saturday – Live music from 5.30pm-1.30am
● Easter Sunday – Riff 4pm-8pm, The Gathering 9.30pm-1am
● Easter Monday – Live music 6pm-10pm
Where: 39 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise
Easter is shaping up to be sweet at Stone & Wood, with the Byron Bay Tasting Room rolling out Afternoon Delight sessions across the long weekend.
With plenty of music loving people in town, Stone & Wood Brewery is the perfect spot to settle in for a cruisy afternoon of live music, fresh beers and good company.
From Friday through to Sunday, the brewery will be dialling things up with local artists Charlie Murray (Friday), Jordy Quinn (Saturday) and Ally Palmer (Sunday) set to soundtrack your afternoon from 3.30pm to 6.30pm each day in true easy-going Stone & Wood style. Whether you’re chasing a post-beach wind-down or looking for some live tunes to fill the gap, the Stone & Wood Tasting Room has you covered.
The Ripcurl Pro will be playing on the big screen, so you won’t miss a moment of the action while you kick back with a cold one. The full Stone & Wood range will be pouring, alongside snacks and hearty meals from the kitchen to keep you fuelled right through the afternoon.
Where: 100 Centennial Circuit, Byron Bay
The ‘gig guide’ for fam-friendly Easter fun!
Ahhh school holidays. That special time when we get to do fun things with our mini-me’s …only to run out of entertainment inspo three days in and panic #RocksInCornerWithGlassOfSav.
Never fear Gold Coast mums and dads, as we have a list of to-do’s to keep your kiddos occupied (and you sane) across the whole Easter school holidays. And wanna know the best part? The majority are free, or super cheap and cheerful!
Here we go (listed north to south)…
Looking for a fun way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Sanctuary Cove Marine Village has plenty happening, headlined by the return of its much-loved Easter Eggstravaganza on Sunday 5 April (10am–2pm).
The Marine Village will transform into an Easter wonderland filled with free family fun, including pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, train rides, Kilkie Cruises and more. Kids can also take part in an Easter scavenger adventure, following clues around the precinct before collecting a chocolate reward (registration required).
For something extra special, families can upgrade to the VIP Easter Experience ($20pp), which includes a private meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny, a chocolate treat, drink or ice cream voucher, and a take-home gift bag.
Plus, during the school holidays (weekdays 6–17 April), families can enjoy Kids Eat Free offers at selected venues and go into the draw to win Dreamworld passes.
Where: 4601 Masthead Way, Hope Island
We wouldn’t dream of omitting the home of all things thrills this school holidays. For a feast of flavour, entertainment and fun, Dreamworld’s Street Food Festival returns from 5–27 April, serving up global eats across three vibrant zones, Europe, Latin America and Asia.
Tuck into everything from dumplings and bratwurst to loaded burgers, churros and bubble tea, while live entertainment brings the park to life with Latin dancers, Japanese drumming, Luchador wrestling and more. Best of all, it’s all included with your Dreamworld entry.
Little ones can also enjoy Easter Bilby Week (3–9 April), with family-friendly activities including a bilby scavenger hunt, cookie decorating, face painting and more.
Where: Dreamworld Pkwy, Coomera
Need a break from the usual school holiday chaos? Head to Hollywood instead. Back by popular demand, Hooray for Hollywood returns from 3–19 April, bringing golden-age glamour to the streets of Warner Bros. Movie World.
Expect extended park hours (9:30am–6pm), limited-time entertainment, and plenty of star-studded moments as you mingle with an all-star cast of classic Hollywood characters. The Movie Magic Parade lights up the park daily, adding even more sparkle to your visit.
And of course, you can still take on all your favourite rides, including the ever-iconic SCOOBY-DOO! Spooky Coaster.
Where: Warner Bros Movie World, Pacific Mwy, Oxenford
DinoFest is stomping back onto the Gold Coast these Easter school holidays — running from 3–19 April 2026 (excluding April 8–9 & 14–15), plus preview weekends on March 21–22 and 28–29, and it’s bigger than ever.
Taking over Country Paradise Parklands in Nerang, this outdoor prehistoric adventure features 30+ life-sized dinosaurs, including a roaring T-Rex, walking Triceratops and plenty of baby dinos kids can pat.
Expect a 45-minute Dinosaur Encounter, a brand-new Dino Trail, plus hands-on fun like dino digs, fossil experiences and themed arts and crafts.
Perfect for younger kids (especially under 9), it’s an interactive, screen-free day out — with tickets from $26 for kids and $28.50 for adults (under 2s free).
Where: Country Paradise Parklands, Nerang
Calling all little (and big) softies, the Teddy Bear High Tea Buffet is arriving just in time for the school holidays. Created in collaboration with Build-A-Bear, this adorable experience pairs a high tea buffet with a cuddly take-home teddy (one per two guests).
Be among the first to experience it on 11 and 18 April, where guests can enjoy sweet and savoury treats, a glass of sparkling for adults, and a special drink for the kids. Guests attending on 11 April can also take part in a Build-A-Bear Heart Ceremony, adding an extra magical touch to their keepsake.
The experience runs from 12:30pm to 2:30pm, with tickets priced at $105 for adults and $60 for children aged 4 to 12.
Where: 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise
Level up your school holidays with QT Gold Coast’s playful new Power-Up High Tea, a nostalgic, Mario-inspired feast that’s almost too fun to eat. Step into a pixelated wonderland of colourful treats, whimsical toadstools and surprise-filled bites, served daily from 11am–2pm, unitl 8 May.
Expect a tiered spread of sweet and savoury delights, paired with tea or coffee and a refreshing iced drink, all designed to unlock a little childhood joy with every bite. Priced at $74 per person or $44 for kids (5–12), it’s a deliciously fun twist on the classic high tea.
On select days, little creatives can also join the ‘Shake & Create’ Easter decorating classes, where they’ll design their own chocolate toadstool masterpiece with guidance from QT’s chefs. $35 per child includes a milkshake and take-home creation. Held on Wednesday 8 April and Saturday 11 April from 12:30pm.
Where: 7 Staghorn Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Hop to it, because the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets are going full Easter mode this long weekend! On Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th April from 4pm–9pm, the iconic Esplanade will come alive with over 100 artisan stalls, live music, and festive fun.
Expect handmade treasures, coastal breezes, and that unbeatable beachfront atmosphere. The Easter Bunny will be hopping in for meet-and-greets from 5pm–8pm both nights, perfect for those egg-stra cute photo ops, plus there’ll be family-friendly activities and plenty of chocolate to go around.
Where: The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
Hop into the Easter spirit at Paradise Centre this April, where festive fun is in full swing for the whole family! From cracking prizes to hands-on workshops, there’s something for every bunny.
Spend $50 in-centre from 4–6 April (12pm–4pm) and try your luck at Crack An Egg for a guaranteed $50 gift voucher. Every egg’s a winner. Little ones can also get creative at the FREE Paradise Hoppy Hollow craft workshops (2–7 April, 1pm–4pm), where they’ll make their own hopping bunny to take home (bookings recommended).
Keep an eye out for a special Easter Bunny meet & greet on 2 April (11am–2pm), plus your chance to win one of three chocolate-loaded Easter hampers via Paradise Centre’s socials.
Once you’ve loaded up on treats from All Sorts of Sweets, Woolworths, Newsextra, Priceline and more, take the excitement up a notch at Timezone, Freak VR, MANIAX Axe Throwing, or Padlock’d Escape Room.
Now that’s what we call an egg-cellent holiday lineup! Find out all the details here.
Where: 2 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Step into a world of colour, culture and creativity these school holidays at HOTA with Aka Sorbie: Saltwater Heart, a vibrant new Children’s Gallery exhibition by Torres Strait Island artist Lisa Sorbie Martin.
Inspired by memories of her childhood, this immersive experience invites families to explore reef life, play in an island hut cubby, relax under the story tree, and get hands-on with art and pattern-making at Aka’s creative table. It’s a beautiful space designed to bring people together, share stories, and connect with First Nations culture and the natural environment.
Perfect for curious little minds, this interactive exhibition blends play, learning and storytelling in a meaningful and engaging way.
Where: 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise
The Langham Gold Coast is serving up a fun-filled School Holiday Program from Friday 3rd to Sunday 19th April, packed with activities for kids and a little luxury for parents.
Little guests can enjoy everything from family yoga and Easter egg hunts to arts and crafts, pizza making and cupcake decorating. There’s also plenty of energy-burning fun with kids discos, sandcastle making and beach volleyball, making it easy to fill the days with creativity, movement and play.
Best of all, the program is open to the public, so you don’t need to be staying at the hotel to join in the fun.
Where: The Langham, Surfers Paradise
Hop into the Easter spirit with Madison’s Easter Cupcake Decorating Workshop, a fun, hands-on activity perfect for little creators. Held on 9 April at 2pm, kids can decorate two Easter-themed cupcakes using colourful icing, sprinkles and toppings, with all tools provided.
Each child also receives a drink of their choice, making it a sweet and creative school holiday treat.
Where: 75 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
There’s plenty happening at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary these school holidays, with a wild line-up of Easter fun, hands-on programs and unforgettable animal encounters.
Running from 8–17 April, the popular school holiday programs return for kids aged 5–12, plus a teen zookeeping experience for ages 13–16. Expect wildlife adventures, interactive learning and plenty of time outdoors connecting with nature.
Don’t miss the return of the Jaw-Dropping Croc Talks (daily at 1pm, 3–19 April), where reptile experts share fascinating facts and, if you’re lucky, a live feeding. There’s also Wild Wonderland, featuring egg hunts, crafts and family-friendly activities throughout the park.
For something truly unique, Astra Lumina is offering kids free entry all April (with a paying adult), transforming the Sanctuary into an immersive light and sound experience after dark.
Where: 28 Tomewin Street, Currumbin
The Strand has your school holidays sorted with a line-up of free family-friendly activities.
On Saturday 4 April, the Easter Bunny will be hopping through the centre from 9:30am–1:30pm, handing out free Cadbury Easter eggs (first in, best dressed!).
The fun continues from 7–11 April, with a free Kids Art Takeover Zone running daily from 11am–3pm on Level 1. Expect colourful, hands-on activities including spinning paint stations, face painting and a colouring competition with prizes up for grabs.
It’s free, it’s creative, and it’s the perfect easy day out these school holidays.
Where: 72-80 Marine Parade, Coolangatta
NaturallyGC holiday programs are FREE and specifically designed to connect kids with nature and encourage outdoor play and learning. The Totally Wild vibing workshops cater to all interests and ages with a range of nature-based activities on offer across the holidays. There’s Scaly Reptiles or Make a Bug Hotel for the creepy crawly fans to slither in to, Creatures of the Sea to captivate the budding marine biologists, raft building sessions, and more.
Where: Various Gold Coast locations
The Get More Oomph Skipping Battle is bouncing into Justin’s Park on Friday 17 April, bringing a morning of high-energy fun for kids and families these school holidays. Supported by Dairy Farmers, this free event will see skipping sensation Lauren Jumps go head-to-head with Australian champion Luke Boon in an epic skip-off showdown, alongside a meet and greet with Gold Coast Suns players. Expect plenty of skipping activities for all ages, plus Dairy Farmers samples to keep everyone fuelled. It’s all happening from 9am –11am at Justin’s Park on the Gold Coast, just bring your energy and get ready to jump in. Register here.
Where: Justin’s Park, The Esplanade, Burleigh Heads
