HOTA is the Gold Coast's home for all things creative! Formally known as Home of the Arts, HOTA is a cultural precinct bringing people together. Here you can experience shows in the theatres, performances on the outdoor stage, exhibitions in the Gallery, immersive events, workshops and more. If the arts aren't your thing, the parklands around HOTA are hugely popular. Whether you're visiting the Farmers Market each Sunday, swimming in Evandale Lake, playing on the playground or relaxing with a picnic under the trees by the river, you're bound to enjoy a day out at HOTA.
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Home of the Arts (HOTA) Gallery, Surfers Paradise
The HOTA Gallery may be designed to cater for international art exhibitions, but families haven't been forgotten! The Children's Gallery at HOTA Gallery lets little artists get hands on in this creative space and discover interactive exhibits that complement the main galleries.
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Laguna Park, Palm Beach
Laguna Park at Palm Beach is considered one of the best children’s playgrounds on the Gold Coast - mainly because it's fully fenced and packed full of fun play pieces! This adventure playground has a pirate ship, slides and rockers, pedal power monorail and interactive play boards.
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Robert Neumann Park, Currumbin Valley
Robert Neumann Park is a beautiful, nature based playground that is small but packs a punch. With two mega slides, a toddler slide, climbing opportunities and swings, there is something for everyone to play!
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Corymbia Park Coomera
Corymbia Park in Coomera (also commonly referred to as Genesis Park as it sits within the Genesis Estate) caters to both toddlers and older children with its wide variety of play pieces. Junior ninja warriors will love the large climbing frame and monkey bars, designed to test even the best of climbers. Little people will appreciate the shade covered, sand based play space with a mini version of the climbing frame, swings, digger, interactive play pieces and a see saw.
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Easter for Gold Coast Kids
Last year we missed out on all the great Easter events, but I'm pleased to say things are back in 2021! There are so many great free and low cost community events scheduled for the Easter weekend and school holidays, so be sure to check out this guide and register for your favourites!
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Kids Eat Free – Gold Coast
I've searched high and low and compiled a comprehensive list of all the KIDS EAT FREE options on the Gold Coast for you!
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DIY Sensory Boxes
One thing that is always great to have on hand is a sensory box. They don't have to be complex, but something that will occupy little hands and minds for an hour or so is very useful! Here are 3 DIY sensory boxes I've created for our playroom that are already on high rotation.
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Broadwater Parklands, Southport
The Broadwater Parklands stretch across three kilometres of the Broadwater in Southport and is a much-loved community space. Splash at the Rockpools, jump on the Bouncy Pillow, check out the many playgrounds or just relax along the waterside, the Broadwater Parklands are popular any day of the week.
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Country Paradise Parklands, Nerang
Country Paradise Parklands at Nerang features an incredible adventure playground incorporating water play and nature play - with something to do for everyone! This is going to be the hottest playground to visit on the Gold Coast in 2021!
