Lots of fun activities for the whole family this week and remember we still have Physical Activity Week happening until Sunday so there are lots of free and low cost activities to try out! If you are bargain hunting this weekend for kid's stuff come and say hello to us at the Zero to Five Markets in Coomera. Enjoy your week and have fun!
Physical Activity Week Continues
until Sunday 25 July - all over the Gold Coast
It’s all about encouraging Gold Coasters to get out and get active more regularly. In conjunction with the launch of the new citywide Active & Healthy guide there are heaps and heaps of low cost or free activities (too many to list) this week so no excuse to stay in…get up, get out and get active! The website also has great tips on healthy recipes, tips on how much exercise you need and more so check it out.
Gold Coast Home Show & Caravan and Camping Expo
Friday 23 July to Sunday 25 July from 9am to 4pm daily - Parklands, Smith St (Cnr Parklands Dr), Southport
Check out the latest in home products for indoors and out including renovation tips, gardening tips and so much more! Also check out the latest and greatest equipment in camping and caravanning. There will be free rides for the kids, cooking demos, prizes and more! Tickets are Adults $8, Seniors $6 and kid are free with an adult. Phone 1800 671 588 for more details.
Annual Pioneer Rally
Saturday 24 July & Sunday 25 July from 10am to 3pm - Heritage Park, 193 Rifle Range Rd, Pimpama
A bit of a history lesson for the kids where you can take a ride around the park on a double decker bus or check out the old trucks, tractors, vintage cars and more. There will be a grand parade, food and drinks available. Cost is $8 and children under 13 are free. Phone 3200 8673 for more details.
Miniature Trains on the Coast
Saturday 24 July & Sunday 25 July from 9am to 5pm - Ashmore Police Citizens Youth Club, Dominions Rd, Ashmore
The Miniature Train Club presents a model railway exhibition with over twenty working models. There will be retail stands and even a Thomas the Tank U-drive. Cost is Adults $5, concession $3 and family pass $15 and you can phone Craig 5534 3304 for more details.
Girls Surf Slam Queensland Championships
Saturday 24 July & Sunday 25 July – location TBC on Gold Coast
A fun day out to watch the girls rip it up! Women competing for the state titles and also the junior rippers trying to grab a spot in the trials for the 2011 Roxy Pro World Tour event. Free for spectators.
Gold Coast PCYC Open Day – Broadbeach
Saturday 24 July from 10am to 2pm – 180 Monaco Street, Broadbeach Waters
A great community day out with heaps of fun for the kids –jumping castle, face painting, Currumbin wildlife animals on display and rides! All day ride passes are $12 or prepay and save. Contact the club for more details phone 5538 5201.
Beach Care – Runaway Bay
Saturday 24 July from 9am to 11am - Constance Esplanade, Runaway Bay
Slip, Slop, Slap and join your community dune planting this weekend. Make a difference and help plant native species and remove invasive weeds. This free event includes a morning/afternoon tea and is suitable for all ages. Contact Naomi Edwards on 5552 8823 for more details on this FREE event.
Live Music & FUN in the Park
Living in paradise, our parks are a great spot to chill out in, so grab a rug, some snacks and the family and head out for some music this weekend and some R&R. The line-up is listed below and is brought to you by Active & Healthy GC.
The Esplanade - Burleigh Heads
From 11am to 2pm – live roving music by The Zookeepers
Paradise Point Parklands – The Esplanade, Paradise Point
From 11am to 2pm – live music by Trouble Karma Flow plus the markets are on!
Harley Park – Marine Pde, Labrador
From 12pm to 3pm – live music by Anarchist Duck
Broadwater Parklands – Marine Pde, Southport
From 12pm to 3pm – Mad Sports (interactive kids activities)
From 12pm to3pm – live music by George Ferguson Duo
Zero to Five Markets
Sunday 25 July from 9am to 12noon - Upper Coomera State College, 137 Reserve Rd, Upper Coomera
The Ultimate Market for your children’s needs! A huge range of pre-loved baby, maternity and kids’ goods from prams to cots and toys and books to clothes and shoes. Entry is $3 and kids are free.
Australian International Islamic College School Fete
Sunday 25 July from 10am to 2pm – 19 Chisholm Rd, Carrara
Entertain the kids with the usual fete fun including show games, jumping castle, face painting, sand art, petting zoo, pony rides, Gold coin donation to enter and lots of prizes to be won! Phone 5596 6565 for more details.
Kids 2 Kids Fun Day
Sunday 25 July from 3pm to 5pm – Abrikidazzle, 48/3 Jackman Street, Southport
Together with Camp Quality, Kids 2 Kids is hosting a non-profit children’s fun day to raise money for Camp Quality. Besides the fun of Abrikidazzle’s indoor play area, there will be a balloon artist, games, face painting, food and beverages. Tickets are $16 per child and parents are free!
Monster Team Surfing Event
Sunday 25 July from 9am to 1.30pm - Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club, Palm Beach
In support of Hannah’s Chance Foundation http://www.hannahschancefoundation.org.au/ five GC Surf board riding clubs will compete in the annual Team Sarcoma Cancer fundraising event. There will be bands, fashion parades, raffles and other fun. Enjoy the surfing action and grab a bite to eat! You can phone 0410 688 399 for more information.
Gold Coast Muscle Car Expo
Sunday 25 July from 9am to 2pm - Worongary State School Delta Cove Drive, Worongary (exit 73)
The boys will love this (no doubt the Dad’s too) with muscle cars, drag racing, hot rods all competing for trophies. There will be activities and rides for the kids too. Entry free is $5 and children under 12 are free. Contact Sandra for more details 0407 656 766.
"Turning Back the Clock" tour - What Every Woman MUST Know
Thursday 29 July from 6pm to 9pm - Quality Hotel, Oriana Room Cnr Markeri Street and Sunshine Boulevard, Mermaid Waters
Mother’s, Daughters and Grandmothers are encouraged to come and listen to Dr Sellman, best selling author of "Hormone Heresy" & "What Women MUST Know to Protect their Daughters from Breast Cancer" speak about keeping healthy in all stages of life. Her speech covers Breast Cancer, Mammograms and their alternatives, the weight loss miracle program and Why is puberty occurring at a younger age? Cost is $45 and you can contact Jodie Davies from 1000 Mums for more information 0403 820 024.
Activities for KIDS - Active & Healthy GC
We know how much children love to be active so get up and get active with the littlies at one of the council programs. Weekly activities include fun like energy art in the park, small sports, snooker for kids, Move and groove workshops, yoga, move 2 music, Kids circuit classes, story writing, Mini beats, Scouts and more!
After School Programs start week of 2 August
Activities for PARENTS – Active & Healthy GC
What a great way to meet other mamas and get out of house and enjoy the great outdoors! Activities range from FREE to $10 - Check out the guide for more details (page 37 to 40) There is heaps and heaps!!!
Some of your weekly options include :: The Original Stroller Group, Active & Healthy Mums, Pre-natal Yoga, Belly babes, Mums boxing for fitness, Zumba for mums and kids, Mum zone fitness, Mummy/Daddy and me, Surfing Mums, Mums circuit, triathlon training squad, pregnancy yoga, stroller grounds and even a Dad zone outdoor class.
Be sure to check out the activities for everyone too if you are looking for some ‘me’ time!
(Note - the programs do not run on public holidays)
Library Time
Check out your local library for some fun with the kids! You can still enjoy your favorite programs like Baby Rhyme Time, Read & Grow and even PJ’s story time where you can come dressed in your pyjamas! There is also after school fun for kids 6 to 12 so check your local library branch and a great new program running through August.
Playgroup
A great way to socialise for you and baby! There are playgroups all across the Gold Coast that offer a fun way to meet other Mamas and get your baby interacting with other children and sharing milestones. Read more from one our latest articles...
Gold Coast Markets
Feel like a bit of shopping this weekend? There is something relaxing about wandering the markets and taking in all the talent on offer and community vibe. Click on the link above and get an up to date list of all the markets on the Coast. We will now feature this every week in our What's On to keep you "in the know".
We just want to remind you to call ahead or check the websites listed if you are heading out this week, just in case any details have changed since we posted them. Have fun!
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