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Christmas Day Lunch

Christmas Day Lunch

Spend Christmas Day at The Island Gold Coast. Gather your family and friends for a memorable Christmas lunch in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Savour a festive feast surrounded by the vibrant atmosphere and coastal charm of The Island. This year, we’re offering two unique Christmas dining experiences to suit every celebration:

Christmas Day Family Buffet

Enjoy our traditional Christmas buffet, brimming with the freshest hot and cold seafood, tender roast meats, seasonal vegetables, vibrant summer salads, and decadent desserts—something for every palate, big and small. Beverages will be available to purchase from the bar throughout the day.

When: Thursday 25th December, 11am – 2pm
Where: The Island Glasshouse. View the space here.

Christmas Day Family Buffet Menu

Chilled Seafood

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Christmas Day Penthouse Buffet & Beverage Package

Soak up panoramic views of Surfers Paradise from The Island Penthouse this Christmas. Enjoy a festive buffet of fresh seafood, traditional roasts, seasonal vegetables, salads, sides, and desserts, paired with a three-hour drinks package including Mumm Marlborough Prestige Sparkling, premium wines, premium beers, Christmas sangria, watermelon spritz cocktails, soft drinks and juices. Tickets are limited.

Tickets $239 + booking fee, all-inclusive. Every ticket includes the three-hour beverage package.

When: Thursday 25th December, 11am – 2pm
Where: The Island Penthouse. View the space here.

This is an 18+ event with one ticket level available and includes the drink package.

Christmas Day Penthouse Buffet & Beverage Package Menu

Chilled Seafood

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FAQs

Will my group be seated together? Yes, we will be seating your group on your own table. If your group is purchasing tickets separately, come up with a catchy table name between yourselves, then include this table name in the field provided at check-out.

Can you cater to my food allergies and dietary requirements? We always do our best to cater to your food allergies as long as you include them in the field provided at checkout. We may not, however, be able to cater towards all food preferences e.g. keto, low-carb, low sugar. We have provided this field at check-out for people with food allergies only.

Do you have parking? Affordable secure paid parking available at Bruce Bishop Parking, which is adjacent to the Hotel. View the carpark and rates on their website. Please ensure you arrive in time for the start of your sitting.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? The Glasshouse Family Buffet is all ages. The Penthouse Buffet is 18+ only and there is only one ticket level available with the inclusion of the beverage package.

What’s the refund policy? Please note that we do not allow refunds for any reason. Any changes or updates to your booking must be provided 72 hours prior to the event commencing.

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Melbourne Cup

Melbourne Cup

When more is the only way to go. Expect more, more, more — with heaps of ways to party this Melbourne Cup Day across the whole of the Island Gold Coast. The Island Rooftop will remain open until late after the race day packages conclude.

G.H. Mumm Birdcage – The Island Rooftop

Ruffle some feathers at the G.H. Mumm Birdcage — The Island Rooftop. Have your fascinators at the ready, the Rooftop is serving up a whip-cracking selection of canapés, including more substantial offerings and a wood fired pizza station to keep you satisfied all day. Sip on Mumm Marlborough Brut Prestige during the three-hour premium beverage package, with premium wines (including rosé), tap beers, ginger beer and cider all included. You’ll be entertained with an MC to host, DJs, sweeps, giant LED screens to watch the big race and a photo wall to capture your gorgeousness — mwah!

From 12.30pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3 hours of:

  • Beverages: Mumm Marlborough Brut Prestige, premium wines, rosé, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
  • Food: wood fired pizza station and an exquisite selection of hot and cold canapés
  • Entertainment throughout the afternoon
  • Fashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.

The After-Party, open to the public, will kick off on The Island Rooftop at 3:30pm and continue until late.

From $120 per person + booking fee.

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Perrier Jouët Champagne Private Booths – The Island Rooftop

Buddy up with a Perrier Jouët Champagne Private Booth — The Island Rooftop. Looking for an exclusive way to celebrate for you and your crew? These luxe booths guarantee you a winning day, with all the G.H. Mumm Birdcage inclusions PLUS welcome charcuterie and welcome bottles of Perrier-Jouët Champagne, served to your cosy seats. You’ll also enjoy cocktail carafes throughout the three-hour festivities.

From 12.30pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3 hours of:

  • All the beverage, food, and entertainment inclusions from the G.H. Mumm Birdcage on the Island Rooftop, PLUS
  • Your own exclusive guaranteed private seating for your group on the Island Rooftop
  • Welcome charcuterie brought to your table on arrival
  • Welcome bottles of the super-premium and world-renowned Perrier-Jouët Champagne brought to your table on arrival (4 x 700ml bottles per 10 people booked)
  • Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktail carafes throughout the 3 hour package.

From $190 per person + booking fee. Minimum 10 people.

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Cocktail Soirée – The Island Penthouse

Go super glam at the Cocktail Soirée — The Island Penthouse. If you’re partial to the finer things in life, live it up for Melbourne Cup on the top floor, complete with open-air terrace, oyster bar and charcuterie station. You’ll also be treated to a selection of tasty canapés, Mumm Marlborough Brut Prestige, Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, rosé, prosecco, ginger beer and premium tap beers during this three-and-a-half-hour soirée in the sunshine. To top it all off there’ll be DJs, an MC to host, all the action from the big race, sweeps and a photo wall to show off your best side in style.

From 12.00pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3.5 hours of:

  • Beverages: Cocktails – Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz, Mumm Marlborough Brut Prestige, premium wines, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
  • Food: oyster bar, charcuterie grazing station, an exquisite selection of hot, cold and dessert canapés
  • Entertainment throughout the afternoon
  • Fashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.

From $190 per person + booking fee.

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G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon – The Island Glasshouse

Live luxe at the G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon — The Island Glasshouse. Treat yourself to a decadent three-and-a-half-hour feast and three course luncheon at the Island Glasshouse. You’ll be spoilt for choice with a premium drinks selection including G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon, Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, rosé, prosecco, premium wines, tap beers, ginger beer and cider. And there’s more! Your ticket includes a $10 charity donation to Traction, a live band to keep you entertained, an MC to host, and photo wall.

From 12.00pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3.5 hours of:

  • Beverages: G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne, Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, premium wine, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
  • Food: three course gala luncheon
  • Entertainment throughout the afternoon including a live band
  • Fashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.

From $195 per person + booking fee. $10 from every ticket will go towards our charity partner for the day, Traction.

*Every group is seated at their own table at the G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon. If your group is buying tickets individually, come up with your ‘group name’ and include it at checkout so we can sit your group together.

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Glasshouse Gala Luncheon Menu

Three course menu served alternate drop.

Entree
Poached Mooloolaba prawns, compressed apple, fennel, radish, finger lime dressing (df, gf)
Smoked duck breast, beetroot mascarpone, heirloom beetroots, candied pecans, vincotto dressing, shiso (gf)

Mains
Eye fillet, spinach mash, king brown mushroom, truffle jus (gf)
Chicken breast, grilled polenta, asparagus, creamy tuscan sauce, cress (gf)

To Finish
New York baked cheesecake, macerated strawberries, vincotto gel, lemon balm
Lemon meringue tart, blueberry compote, edible flowers

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Private Rooms

Looking to cater for a larger group in your own exclusive space? Contact us via the form here or phone us on (07) 5538 8000 to chat about how we can combine multiple booths for your group or provide you with your very own exclusive-use room.

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FAQs

Can you cater to my food allergies and dietary requirements? We strive to accommodate food allergies. For the Glasshouse Luncheon, include dietary needs at checkout. For other areas, inform our staff on the day. Note: We may not cater to all preferences (e.g., keto, low-carb, low sugar).

Can you seat my group together? Allocated seating is available only for the Glasshouse Luncheon. If purchasing tickets separately for the Glasshouse event, create a ‘group name’ and include at checkout to ensure your party is seated together. All other events have unallocated seating; arrive early to secure a spot.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? This event will be restricted to over 18s only. There will also be a range of non-alcoholic drinks available in all packages throughout the event.

What’s the refund policy? We do not offer refunds for this event.

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Love On Top – Penthouse Wedding Showcase

Love On Top – Penthouse Wedding Showcase

You’re invited to discover a wedding space above it all — where bold styling shines with elegance and love takes centre stage.

See, sip, and savour as you explore The Penthouse, including its breathtaking open-air terrace. Meet the wedding team and book a private tour to explore the possibilities in more depth.

When: Sunday, 31st August 2025, from 11am – 3pm.

Where: The Penthouse, at the Island Gold Coast.

RSVP: Complimentary. RSVP HERE.

Private Tours: We have a limited number of spots available for private tours throughout the day. Register your interest by filling out the form here.

Questions? Contact us using the form here or call (07) 3114 7407.

RSVP HERE

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Win the ultimate Island wedding upgrade Valued at $16,000

RSVP and attend our Wedding Showcase for your chance to win a luxury wedding upgrade – exclusively available to couples who book a new wedding package at The Island Gold Coast.

How to Enter:

  • ‘RSVP’ to the Wedding Showcase
  • ‘Like’ the Wedding Showcase post on instagram here
  • ‘Follow’ @theislandgoldcoast PLUS all vendors listed in the post
  • ‘Tag’ 3 x friends in the post
  • Bonus entry if you also share the post on your instagram story
  • Attend the event on the day
  • Be present at the 2:30pm prize draw

One lucky couple will receive a $16,000 premium upgrade to their Island wedding. Full Terms and Conditions below.

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Book Your Wedding Package – From $14,500

Here’s what’s included when you book your wedding with us:

Ceremony Package:

  • Onsite wedding coordinator
  • AV technician to manage music and microphones
  • 32 ceremony chairs + 2 signing chairs
  • Wedding rehearsal in the lead-up to the big day

Reception Package (Up to 80 guests):

  • 2 x roving canapés during cocktail hour on the Terrace Bar
  • Family-style shared menu: 2 proteins + 3 sides
  • Wedding cake cut and served on platters
  • Coffee and tea station
  • 5-hour beverage package (including French sparkling)
  • 6-hour reception venue hire
  • Onsite AV technician for band/DJ setup and speeches

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The $16,000 Wedding Upgrade Prize Includes:

Reception Styling: Main Event Weddings:

  • Custom French linen napkins and runners (choice of colour and fabric)
  • Candlelit centrepieces with floral vessels
  • Fresh florals designed to suit your style
  • Personalised stationery: menus, place cards, table numbers, signage

Cake: Voucher from Sweet Society & Co (valued at $500)

Celebrant & MC: Ryan Black celebrant + complimentary MC package (valued at $600)

Photography: Todd Hunter McGaw: 8 hours coverage with high-res edited images + second photographer for 5 hours (valued at $4,900)

Gloss Dance Floor: (4m x 4m) from Staging Creations (voucher valued at $1,000)

DJ & Lighting: Full DJ and lighting package (valued at $1,100)

Wedding Night Accommodation: Deluxe King Suite at the Island Gold Coast with late checkout and Champagne (valued at $690)

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Competition Terms and Conditions
One winner will receive the ultimate Island Wedding upgrade valued at $16,000. Prize includes the upgrades outlined above and is valid for new wedding bookings only at The Island Gold Coast. Booking must be confirmed by 30/06/2026. A minimum spend of $14,500 (excluding the prize value) and a minimum of 80 guests applies. Additional guests charged at $200 per person. Wedding date subject to availability. Entry via the instructions listed above. The winner will be drawn at 2:30pm on the day and must be present to claim the prize.

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Island Amore

Island Amore

A little taste of the Malfy coast, right here on the Goldie.

Winter’s here, but The Island is bringing Amalfi vibes to Surfers with limited-edition cocktails and wood-fired pizza pairings. Throughout August, Island Amore takes over The Island Rooftop and Goldie’s, serving up gin cocktails like the Elderflower Spritz, Malfy Eastside, and Passionfruit & Vanilla, perfect for those spritz-soaked moments.

Pair two of these Mediterranean-inspired cocktails with any wood-fired pizza for just $55. Check out the pizzas here. Whether you’re soaking up the sun on the Rooftop or people-watching at Goldie’s, Island Amore is your winter escape in style.

The Island Rooftop – Thurs from 4pm; Fri, Sat & Sun from 11am.
Goldie’s – Open daily from 11:30am

Warm sun, chilled gin, hot pizza. That’s amore. Same day walk-ins welcome.

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Very Merry Long Lunch

Very Merry Long Lunch

Your Office Family Christmas – Very Merry Long Lunch at The Island Gold Coast.

Gather your office family for a Very Merry Long Lunch that takes all the stress out of planning your Christmas Party. This year, we’re making it easy—just get your numbers together and turn up!

Our Christmas Long Lunch comes with all the trimmings. Enjoy a festive feast with our Family Style share menu, packed with all your holiday favourites. For those looking to raise a glass (or two), we’ve got an optional three-hour drinks package featuring cocktail carafes, premium wines, beers, and bubbles. Prefer to keep it simple? No worries—guests opting for just the food menu can purchase drinks from the bar on the day.

We’ll have live tunes to keep the vibes merry and a photo moment to capture the memories. Plus, every booking gets their own festive-themed table, so you can celebrate in style.

What: Very Merry Long Lunch

When: Friday, 5th December, 12pm – 3pm

Where: The Island Penthouse

Tickets:

$95 p/person for the Family-Style Share Menu, or

$134 p/person with the three-hour beverage package featuring cocktail carafes, premium wines, beers, and bubbles.

It’s the perfect way to wrap up the year with your work crew—just show up and enjoy. The Island Rooftop is open after the event concludes.

Minimum of four guests per table. All guests at the one table must be on the same ticket option.

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Family-Style Menu

On the table

  • Artisan bread rolls with butter and smoked salt

To Start

  • Poached Mooloolaba prawns, compressed apple, fennel, radish, finger lime dressing (df, gf)
  • Chicken and leek terrine, sourdough crumb, truffle oil, tarragon mayonnaise (gfo)

Mains

  • Rosemary and garlic slow cooked lamb shoulder, seeded mustard jus (df, gf)
  • Herb roasted chicken, pan jus, roasted onions (gf)

Sides

  • Roasted heirloom carrots with goats cheese and macadamia (gf, v)
  • Rosemary and garlic roasted potatoes, smoked salt (df, gf, ve, v)

To Finish

  • Passion fruit tart, blackberries, sorghum
  • Pavlova, mango, raspberries, kiwifruit

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FAQs

Can you cater to my food allergies and dietary requirements? We strive to accommodate food allergies. Include dietary needs at checkout. Note: We may not cater to all preferences (e.g., keto, low-carb, low sugar).

Can you seat my group together? All groups will get their own festive-themed table. If purchasing tickets separately, create a ‘group name’ and include at checkout to ensure your party is seated together.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? This event will be restricted to over 18s only. There will also be a range of non-alcoholic drinks available in all packages throughout the event.

How does the drinks package work? Groups can choose between the food-only option or the food plus the three-hour beverage package. Please note, all guests at the same table must be on the same package. Guests on the food-only option can also purchase drinks from the bar on the day.

What’s the refund policy? We do not offer refunds for this event.

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Runner-Up

Runner-Up

Congratulations! You’ve scored the runner-up prize in our EOFY competition at The Island Rooftop.

Your prize includes a semi-exclusive space on The Island Rooftop for you and up to 20 friends or colleagues—no minimum spend required (usually valued at $2,000).

Simply complete the form below with your preferred date, and our team will be in touch to lock it in.

Please choose a preferred date and time, subject to availability.
By checking this box you are allowing us to send you news and offers from time to time

Runner Up Prize Terms & Conditions

  • Only valid to entrants of the EOFY competition on the Island Instagram page
  • Valid only for people over the age of 18
  • Prize to be used at The Island Rooftop on a Thursday, Friday or Sunday of your choice. Must be used by June 30 2025.
  • Prize includes entry for 20 people and a reserved space based on availability
  • Prize must be redeemed by pre-booking with our team a minimum 7 days prior to the winners chosen date, by phoning (07) 3114 7430
  • Booking dates are subject to availability, so have a couple of possible dates in mind
  • The Island Gold Coast practices the responsible service of alcohol at all times
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Win a Stradbroke Race Day Experience

Win a Stradbroke Race Day Experience

Get yourself in the box seat at Goldie’s for your chance to win a Stradbroke Race Day Experience at Eagle Farm Racecourse, as part of our Sydney Autumn Carnival celebrations.

The lucky winner will score 4 all-inclusive hospitality tickets to the Stradbroke Race Day on Saturday 14th June, 2025, including:

  • Racecourse admission and Access to The Society Rooftop (located on Level One of the Public Grandstand), including an air-conditioned lounge and bar space and outdoor rooftop
  • Views of the track from the rooftop and direct access to the Public Grandstand for local races, plus plasma screens within the space for interstate races
  • Superior Canapé Menu
  • 5 Hour Gold beverage package featuring premium wines including Chandon, a selection of beers and non alcoholic beverages
  • Betting facilities located within the space
  • 4 x $100 betting vouchers.

That’s a total prize value of $2120!

Simply buy any pint of Stone &​ Wood, Byron Bay, XXXX, Hahn or James Squire from Goldie’s during the promotional period, swipe your Goldie’s Local Love​ Card, and you’ll automatically go into the draw. If you’re not yet a Goldie’s Local Love Member, no worries, you can join for FREE and receive your card instantly at Goldie’s. See the benefits.

Proudly supported by Stone & Wood, Byron Bay Brewery, XXXX, Hahn and James Squire.

QLD Residents 18+ only. The Island Gold Coast practices the responsible service of alcohol. Winner drawn at random and contacted after the promotional period ends. Promotion ends 22.00 AEST 31/05/25. Max 1 qualifying purchase per person, per day.

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Live Sports

Live Sports

Live Sports Schedule

Get closer to the action at Goldie’s – your ultimate live sports hub in the heart of Surfers Paradise.

Every game feels like a home game with wall-to-wall coverage of all the goals, tries and touchdowns on our giant screens – including one of the biggest stadium screens in Surfers at Goldie’s TAB.

Fuel up with lunch and dinner and toast every win with an ice-cold drink. Whether you’re a die-hard local or just passing through, Goldie’s is where live sport lives.

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Win Titans Tickets at Goldie’s

Win Titans Tickets at Goldie’s

Footy and beer — two of life’s essentials. This NRL season, buy a featured pint and swipe your member’s card for the chance to win one of two double passes to a Gold Coast Titans home game. We’re giving away two double passes every month during the season.

Available at Goldie’s — your home of live sport.

The Draw

  • April – Hahn Super Dry – Game: v Bulldogs, 4th May
  • May – Byron Bay – Game: v Sea Eagles, 13th June
  • June – Stone & Wood – Game: v Broncos, 13th July
  • July – XXXX Gold – Game: v Rabbits, 10th Aug
  • August – Hahn 3.5 – Game: v Tigers, 6th Sept

Winners will be contacted by phone or email. Proudly supported by Lion.

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Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest

It’s time to prepare for your annual Bavarian blow-out. Celebrate the world’s biggest beer festival over one colossal day of stein wielding revelry at The Island Glasshouse and Deck — AKA the Beer Hall and Wunderbar Terrace. With a fine selection of Bavarian beers on tap, schnapps and smorgasbord of food stations, you’ll be primed for the live oompah band — hand and thigh-slapping gestures are highly encouraged. We’ll be hosting plenty of fun games and you might even win a prize! And of course, we expect nothing less than your finest Lederhosen and Dirndl dress.

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Oktoberfest

The Island Glasshouse
Saturday 5th October
From 11am – 5pm
Dress: your finest Lederhosen and Dirndl dress is highly encouraged

Tickets

General admission $15 + booking fee. The Glasshouse will be set as a beer hall. Seating is available on a first in best dressed basis. Food and drink will be available to purchase throughout the day.

VIP Beer Hall $149 + booking fee. $139 for 6+ Guests. Includes allocated priority seating with a three hour food and beverage package between 12pm – 3pm.

VIP Menu

Three hour food and beverage package

  • Shared Bavarian Board of bratwurst, smoked pork, gouda cheese, sauerkraut, pickles, mustards and pretzels
  • Bavarian smoked brisket sliders
  • Roasted pork knuckle served as a main dish
  • Drinks: three hour package of premium Bavarian beers, schnapps cocktail jugs, premium wine and softdrinks.

Food Stations

Available to purchase throughout the day

  • Mini Bratwurst Dogs
  • Schnitzel Rolls
  • Smoked Bratwurst
  • Bavarian Snack Pack: Bratwurst, smoked pork, gouda cheese, sauerkraut, pickles, mustards, pretzels
  • Pretzels

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Can you cater to my food allergies and dietary requirements? We strive to accommodate food allergies. For the VIP ticket, include dietary needs at checkout. Note: We may not cater to all preferences (e.g., keto, low-carb, low sugar).

Can you seat my group together? Allocated seating is available only for the VIP ticket. If purchasing tickets separately for this ticket, create a ‘group name’ and include at checkout to ensure your party is seated together. General admission tickets have unallocated seating; arrive early to secure a spot.

How do the food and beverages work for the event? A variety of beers, wines, cocktails, and soft drinks will be available throughout the day, along with food stations offering a range of delicious options for purchase. The VIP ticket consists of a three hour food and drinks package and is only available between 12pm – 3pm.

What’s the refund policy? We do not offer refunds for this event.

 

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