If you’re holidaying on the Gold Coast this week, then you’re sure in for a great time. With the Cooly Rocks On festival and some other events taking place, you’re certainly in for a great week ahead.

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Here are 5 amazing events to happen on the Gold Coast this week. Make sure to attend one, or all of them.

1. Cooly Rocks On – Car Cruises| Wednesday, June 7

Fans of classic cars and fashion of the 50s and 60s should definitely attend Cooly Rocks On’s Car Cruises. This event is more of a 5-day festival, where Coolangatta exhibits a party atmosphere. With night cruises, classic car exhibitions, rockabilly music, great food, dancing, busking and more, the Car Cruises is definitely worth attending.

Find out more about this free event at the official Cooly Rocks On website.

2. Cooly Rocks On – Drive-In Movies | Thursday, June 8

Cooly Rocks On is full of events and one event that is sure to draw a crowd is the Drive-In Movies. Cuddle up with your partner and enjoy a free movie as part of this event. There’ll be classic movies featured every day, including plenty of the best loved movies of the era. There’s limited parking space though, so make sure you reserve your spot early.

Find more about this event at the official Cooly Rocks On website.

3. Gold Coast Home Expo | Friday, June 9

If you’re interested in innovative home, then the Gold Coast Home Expo is one event not to be missed. Held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, the expo will host over 100 exhibitors who will showcase the latest in construction and design innovation. The event is free for everyone to attend.

4. Cooly Rocks On – Swap Meet | Saturday, June 10

Swap, meet and chat while uncovering hidden treasures at Cooly Rocks On’s swap meet, which is held at Bay Street, Coolangatta. You can expect to find lots of collectors, enthusiasts and the generally curious at this event. You’re sure to unearth some hidden gems!

Find out more about this free event at the official Cooly Rocks On website.

5. Cooly Rocks On – Rock n’ Roll, Rockabilly & Swing Dance Championships | Sunday, June 11

If you love a little ‘old time rock n’ roll’ then Cooly Rocks On’s ‘Rock n’ Roll, Rockabilly & Swing Dance Championships’ shouldn’t be missed. Held on the last day of the festival, come and watch the hottest dancers from Australia and New Zealand battling it out to take home the championship. It’s sure to be loads of fun.

Find out more about this free event at the official Cooly Rocks On website.

And, if you haven’t already booked any Gold Coast accommodation, then be sure to book with us at HRSP. We have massive discounts on last minute accommodation, which may just tempt you to head our way this week!

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