Fri 13 Nov
What's on in Gold Coast — November 2026
Events, markets, live music and things worth making time for.
Gold Coast
November 2026
Australia's Kindest Person headlines Gold Coast this November. We've pulled together 9 things worth your time — dated events, the beaches and walks locals rate, and where to eat. Spring warms to 24–26°C with long dry spells — prime beach and outdoor-event season before the summer humidity.
Updated 22 Aug 2026
Top events this month
Sat 21 Nov
Schoolies Hub 2026
Sun 22 Nov
Art and Craft Market
Every Friday
Miami Marketta Live
Every Saturday
Burleigh Farmers Market
Every Friday
Live at HOTA Outdoor Stage
Every Saturday
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
Every Wednesday
Weekly Twilight Markets
Free entry
Every Thursday
Acoustic Thursdays
Free entryBrowse November by date
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What's on this weekend
Every Saturday
Burleigh Farmers Market
Every Saturday
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
Must do this November
Make November fit your dates.
Tell Sunny when you're here and who you're with, and you'll get a plan built around the events that are actually on.
Markets, food and live music
Miami Marketta Live
Burleigh Farmers Market
Live at HOTA Outdoor Stage
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
Things to do in Gold Coast this November
Beaches
Sand, surf and swim spots — all free.
Broadbeach
Wide sandy beach backed by high-rise, patrolled and manicured, Gold Coast main strip... FreeFamilyBeach break
Northcliffe
Patrolled beach on the Gold Coast hinterland, modest suburban setting with basic fac... Free
The Spit-Miami
Narrow beach between headlands with boat traffic and strong currents; popular with l... Free
Surfers Paradise Beach
Wide sandy beach backed by high-rise towers, patrolled and busy year-round, no natur... FreeFamilyBeach break
Walks & Nature
Free hinterland and coastal trails.
Rainforest Circuit
The Rainforest Circuit at Burleigh Head is a bonzer little loop that winds through p... Free0.74 km
MacDonald Rainforest Circuit
This little ripper of a circuit winds through proper subtropical rainforest—the kind... Free0.92 km
Jorama Curtis Falls Track
The Jorama Curtis Falls Track is a short stroll through Tamborine National Park that... Free0.52 km
Witches Falls Circuit, 1.3km section
Witches Falls Circuit is a 1.25km circuit in Tamborine National Park. Witches Falls... Free1.25 km
Where To Eat
Local favourites near the action.
On Fire Broadbeach Greek Taverna
On Fire Broadbeach Greek Taverna brings authentic Greek flavors to your Gold Coast d... Broadbeach
Alachati Turkish Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar Broadbeach
Broadbeach
Koi Broadbeach
Head to Koi Broadbeach for a meal that brings you right to the heart of the Gold Coa... Broadbeach
5 Boroughs (Broadbeach)
Head to 5 Boroughs in Broadbeach for a meal that's worth your time. You'll find some... Broadbeach
Planning your November visit
Event details can change, so check before you go. Add anything you like to your plan and it stays in one place.
Humpback whales migrate past the Gold Coast from June to early November, with the best sightings September–October. Whale-watching boats run daily from Main Beach.
Spring warms to 24–26°C with long dry spells — prime beach and outdoor-event season before the summer humidity.
Is Gold Coast worth visiting in November?
Yes. November is one of the better months for Gold Coast — it's whale season, and there's plenty on including Australia's Kindest Person, Schoolies Hub 2026, Art and Craft Market.
How many days do you need in Gold Coast?
Two to three days covers the beaches, a hinterland walk and the month's main events. Stretch to four or five with kids or a slower pace — the planner below builds it around your dates.
Is Gold Coast busy in November?
November sits outside the main school-holiday peaks, so it's an easier time to get around and book.
What's on in Gold Coast in November?
Highlights include Australia's Kindest Person, Schoolies Hub 2026, Art and Craft Market — the dated calendar above has the full list with times.
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Found something worth doing?
Add it to your plan, or ask Sunny to build the rest of the day around it.