GOLD COAST YOUTH EXPO
The Gold Coast Youth Expo is a fun, in-person event packed with activities, workshops, and cool local vibes!
GOLD COAST YOUTH EXPO
Welcome to the Gold Coast Youth Expo happening at the Southport Community Centre! Join us on January 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM (Australia/Brisbane Time) for a day filled with fun activities, workshops, and opportunities for young people. www.goldcoastyouthexpo.com.au
Everyone who reserves a ticket to enter will go in to the prize draw, drawn live at the event, 1pm.
Enjoy exciting kids' activities, sip on complimentary tea and coffee, and don't miss your chance to enter the prize draw!
Best of all, it's FREE ENTRY! Bring your friends and family for a day of fun!
What’s On
Interactive activity zones and free games
Community and youth service stalls offering advice,
resources and support
Market stalls
youth-friendly businesses
Live stage performances
Musical statues and fun competitions
Open mic sessions giving youth a platform to speak and perform
Everyone who registers with a ticket goes into to prize draw!
Whether you're interested in career guidance, volunteer opportunities, or just want to connect with other youth in the community, this event is perfect for you. Come and explore the various booths, participate in interactive sessions, and discover new passions!
WE ARE EXCITED TO LAUCH OUR MICRO-INTERN PROGRAMS WITH LOCAL GOLD COAST BUSINESSES. IF YOU ARE WANTING WORK EXPERIENCE (VOLUNTEER) TO BUILD YOUR RESUME, AND ARE BETWEEN 13 - 17 THIS PROGRAM MAY BE FOR YOU! REGISTER YOU INTEREST AND MEET SOME OF THE BUSINESESS YOU COULD GAIN SKILLS WITH.
Don't miss out on this exciting event that aims to empower and inspire the youth of Gold Coast. See you there!
10:00 AM Doors Open & Welcome Main Entrance Welcome guests to the venue.
10:15 AM Youth Committee Intro Main Stage Introducing Mae Mae & Emmasyn Rose!10:20 AM Community Expo Hours Hall / Booths Guests enjoy info booths, local business chat, club sign-ons, and free offers.
11:00 AM Kids Dance-Off Main Stage Playlist requests taken. Free tea/coffee for parents; sno cones available for purchase.
11:30 AM Market & Services Hall / Booths Purchase handmade goods; register for local family assistance services.
12:00 PM Youth Showcase Main Stage Youth Performers take the stage + Local Business Promotions.
12:45 PM Final Performance Main Stage Last call for Eventbrite registrations for the draw.
1:00 PM Prize Draw & Thanks Main Stage Eventbrite Prize Draw. Official closing thank yous.
1:15 PM Bump Out Begins Stall Areas Stallholders may begin packing down.
1:45 PM Event Conclusion Venue-wide Hall must be clear for volunteer final pack down. These a rough outline of the days events,.but as we still have businesses coming onboard we may have to make room for some other amazing features!Thankyou all for supporting our community
The Gold Coast Youth Expo is a fun, in-person event packed with activities, workshops, and cool local vibes!
GOLD COAST YOUTH EXPO
Welcome to the Gold Coast Youth Expo happening at the Southport Community Centre! Join us on January 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM (Australia/Brisbane Time) for a day filled with fun activities, workshops, and opportunities for young people. www.goldcoastyouthexpo.com.au
Everyone who reserves a ticket to enter will go in to the prize draw, drawn live at the event, 1pm.
Enjoy exciting kids' activities, sip on complimentary tea and coffee, and don't miss your chance to enter the prize draw!
Best of all, it's FREE ENTRY! Bring your friends and family for a day of fun!
What’s On
Interactive activity zones and free games
Community and youth service stalls offering advice,
resources and support
Market stalls
youth-friendly businesses
Live stage performances
Musical statues and fun competitions
Open mic sessions giving youth a platform to speak and perform
Everyone who registers with a ticket goes into to prize draw!
Whether you're interested in career guidance, volunteer opportunities, or just want to connect with other youth in the community, this event is perfect for you. Come and explore the various booths, participate in interactive sessions, and discover new passions!
WE ARE EXCITED TO LAUCH OUR MICRO-INTERN PROGRAMS WITH LOCAL GOLD COAST BUSINESSES. IF YOU ARE WANTING WORK EXPERIENCE (VOLUNTEER) TO BUILD YOUR RESUME, AND ARE BETWEEN 13 - 17 THIS PROGRAM MAY BE FOR YOU! REGISTER YOU INTEREST AND MEET SOME OF THE BUSINESESS YOU COULD GAIN SKILLS WITH.
Don't miss out on this exciting event that aims to empower and inspire the youth of Gold Coast. See you there!
10:00 AM Doors Open & Welcome Main Entrance Welcome guests to the venue.
10:15 AM Youth Committee Intro Main Stage Introducing Mae Mae & Emmasyn Rose!10:20 AM Community Expo Hours Hall / Booths Guests enjoy info booths, local business chat, club sign-ons, and free offers.
11:00 AM Kids Dance-Off Main Stage Playlist requests taken. Free tea/coffee for parents; sno cones available for purchase.
11:30 AM Market & Services Hall / Booths Purchase handmade goods; register for local family assistance services.
12:00 PM Youth Showcase Main Stage Youth Performers take the stage + Local Business Promotions.
12:45 PM Final Performance Main Stage Last call for Eventbrite registrations for the draw.
1:00 PM Prize Draw & Thanks Main Stage Eventbrite Prize Draw. Official closing thank yous.
1:15 PM Bump Out Begins Stall Areas Stallholders may begin packing down.
1:45 PM Event Conclusion Venue-wide Hall must be clear for volunteer final pack down. These a rough outline of the days events,.but as we still have businesses coming onboard we may have to make room for some other amazing features!Thankyou all for supporting our community
Lineup
GO Bowling Ashmore
BRIGHT Night Lights & Led
Emmasyn Rose Youth Ambassador
Youth Voices 4 Youth Choices
AJC Tech
EPIC FUTURES Resumes and Employability Skills
My Brick Pit
Good to know
Highlights
- 3 hours
- all ages
- In person
- Doors at 9:51 AM
Refund Policy
Location
Southport Community Centre
6 Lawson Street
Southport, QLD 4215
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Gold Coast Youth Expo
STALLHOLDER INFORMATION: Bump in starts from 9am. We ask all registered stall holders to complete set up by 9:50 for a brief induction and event overview. All performers are asked to arrive 30 mins prior to their allotted stage time to allow for smooth prep backstage, and to have your name checked off, music confirmed and projector screens ready. Event to finish around 1-1:30, We request hall be cleared by 2pm. Sms event committee on 0403458327 if you have any queries!