Gold Coast Events In March 2026
Quick Summary:
March is the Gold Coast’s best kept secret month. Summer lingers, crowds thin out, and the events calendar gets genuinely good.
- You can still swim, enjoy sunrise beach walks and spend full days outdoors.
- Evenings cool down, making big nights out more comfortable and less chaotic.
- It is ideal for combining major events with easy, well planned nights.
March delivers the Gold Coast at its most balanced. The heat softens, queues ease, and you can finally enjoy headline events and nightlife without feeling rushed or crowded.
Below is a date checked guide to actual Gold Coast events in March 2026, plus local planning tips to help you time the outdoors around the warmth and keep nights easy.
Best Things To Do on the Gold Coast in March
- Watch world class performance at Shen Yun at HOTA (Sun 1 March, 1:00pm)
- Hit the sand for Gold Coast Volleyslam (Fri 6 to Sun 15 March), a full stretch of beach volleyball action
- Catch Duck Pond at HOTA (Fri 6 to Sat 7 March) for a tight, high skill circus hit
- Go big on endurance sport with the Gold Coast T100 Triathlon (Sat 21 to Sun 22 March)
- Add the run to your weekend with the 10K at Gold Coast T100 (Sun 22 March)
- Dress up for ballet with Giselle at The Star Gold Coast (Sat 21 March)
- Grab tickets for Bernard Fanning at HOTA (Sat 28 March)
- Make your night weather proof with dinner, cocktails and a live show at Dracula’s
Events, Sport and What’s On in March 2026
Gold Coast Volleyslam (6 to 15 March)
This is one of the most Gold Coast events you can do in March. Multiple days of beach volleyball run from Friday 6 March through Sunday 15 March. It suits late summer weather perfectly, with the option to arrive early, watch for an hour or two, and leave before peak heat.
Gold Coast T100 Triathlon Weekend (21 to 22 March)
The inaugural Gold Coast T100 Triathlon lands on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March 2026, bringing elite racing and festival energy. It delivers a big event weekend vibe without January level chaos.
A 10K run also takes place on Sunday 22 March as part of the festival.
Big live shows (Perfect if humidity hangs around)
- Giselle at The Star Theatre: Saturday 21 March, doors 6:30pm, show 7:30pm
- Bernard Fanning at HOTA: Saturday 28 March
March Nights: Make Dracula’s Your Lock It In Plan
March evenings are cooler, social and ideal for building nights around entertainment.
If you want a guaranteed win that does not care about a warm day, a random shower, or the “where are we going next” debate, book Dracula’s. It is a fully indoor experience with dinner, cocktails and a live show under one roof.
It works for couples, groups, birthdays and visitor nights where you want the Gold Coast to actually feel like the Gold Coast.
Dracula’s runs Tuesday to Saturday from 7pm. Tickets regularly sell out, so booking ahead is essential.
Markets and Easy Extras
For an easy evening add on, the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets run every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 9pm, rain or shine.
Simple March Day Plan
- Morning beach swim or headland walk
- Midday Volleyslam session or long lunch
- Afternoon rest or HOTA visit
- Night at Dracula’s for a locked in finish
FAQs: Gold Coast Events in March
Is March a good time to visit the Gold Coast?
Yes. Warm days, cooler nights, fewer crowds and major events make March one of the best months to visit.
What is the weather like in March?
It is still late summer, with warm days and more comfortable evenings.
If you're looking for things to do on the Gold Coast year round, read our evergreen article on the best things to do on the Gold Coast, no matter the time of year.
