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Come hungry.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWorkshops\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWant to level up your creativity? HOTA’s workshop calendar is stacked: life drawing, creative writing, printmaking, photography - you name it. All led by artists and creatives who know their stuff (and make it fun).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHOTA Events\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1535724642":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2025_GC_HOTA_ArtsCultureEvents_@hotagc.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2025_GC_HOTA_ArtsCultureEvents_@hotagc.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b263a8aeeeaaf773cf6d62-hota-home-of-the-arts","alt":"Dancers perform onstage at HOTA Gold Coast","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/galleries-and-museums/hota-gold-coast/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1535724642.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1763996830894/2025-gc-hota-artscultureevents--hotagc.jpeg","uuid":"64f9c979-5a25-4324-855e-b19e1e5414b9","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"HOTA, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast. Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/hotagc/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@hotagc\u003C/a\u003E ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_499461872":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWith a mission to bring people together and represent the community’s creative DNA, HOTA’s events lineup ranges from circus to cinema, classical music to comedy, live talks to late-night festivals. Hit their What’s On page and you’ll need a minute - the choice is delightfully overwhelming.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIt’s also the beating heart of the annual \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-6865e953e53ae1600cea0ec2-bleach-arts-festival\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBLEACH* Arts Festival,\u003C/a\u003E returning \u003Cb\u003E1 – 11\u003C/b\u003E \u003Cb\u003EOctober 2026\u003C/b\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECinema\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECatching a movie at HOTA feels like stepping back into the golden age of film, with new releases, cult classics and the occasional free screening.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFourth Wednesday of the month? That’s \u003Cb\u003EMovie Review Club\u003C/b\u003E: meet fellow film buffs and dig into a lively discussion with academics who pick apart every frame (in a fun way).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EExplore the precinct\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1678052673":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_SurfersParadise_HOTAHomeOfTheArts_HotelMiami_146095.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_SurfersParadise_HOTAHomeOfTheArts_HotelMiami_146095.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b263a8aeeeaaf773cf6d62-hota-home-of-the-arts","alt":"Couple walking along a path beside lush gardens outside at HOTA","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/galleries-and-museums/hota-gold-coast/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1678052673.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1763996857753/2021-gc-surfersparadise-hotahomeofthearts-hotelmiami-146095.jpeg","uuid":"03c08b74-19c9-4d54-9ac6-8a7e04f8f5a8","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"HOTA, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_530899585":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe 17-hectare HOTA precinct was designed for wandering. Don't miss:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe Sculpture Walk \u003C/b\u003Efor outdoor art discoveries - there's 13 to international and local works to find.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEvandale Lake\u003C/b\u003E for picnics, strolls and skyline views.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe HOTA Bridge\u003C/b\u003E connecting HOTA with Chevron Island - walk, scoot or cycle over the Nerang River\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe Adventure Trail\u003C/b\u003E for energetic little explorers, leading to the outdoor stage's living roof and one of the best vantage points in the precinct.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHalf the fun is slowing down and seeing where your curiosity takes you.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EHOTA Kids Activities\u003Ca id=\"kids\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1328784737":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_SurfersParadise_HOTAHomeOfTheArts_HotelMiami_146119.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_SurfersParadise_HOTAHomeOfTheArts_HotelMiami_146119.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b263a8aeeeaaf773cf6d62-hota-home-of-the-arts","alt":"Two boys get hands on with art activities at HOTA Gold Coast","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/galleries-and-museums/hota-gold-coast/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1328784737.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1763996882352/2021-gc-surfersparadise-hotahomeofthearts-hotelmiami-146119.jpeg","uuid":"20525287-138b-4de0-9119-85b5dc14a1d3","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"HOTA, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1314425908":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EHOTA is built for little art lovers and stacked with activities for all ages – golden on any Gold Coast day out, but especially if \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/things-to-do-when-it-rains-gold-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"things to do when it rains gold coast\"\u003Eyour visit gets struck by a rainy afternoon\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EChildren’s Gallery\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA dedicated, ever-changing creative space for big imaginations and small humans.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERight now:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ci\u003EAka Sorbie: Saltwater Heart\u003C/i\u003E (free!) invites little explorers to immerse themselves in the vibrant art and Torres Strait culture of artist Lisa Sorbie Martin. Running until 18 August 2026, the interactive exhibition encourages kids to play in an island hut, relax beneath the story tree, discover patterns in nature and get creative at Aka's table.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EArtLabs for Kids\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESign up for hands-on sessions that spark creativity, from painting to sculpture to “please don’t get that on your shoes.”\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELittle ArtLab (ages 3–5)\u003C/b\u003E: playful, sensory fun with parents/carers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EArtLab (ages 6–12)\u003C/b\u003E: explore techniques inspired by current HOTA gallery shows\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EArt Explorers (ages 2–5)\u003C/b\u003E: movement-based mini-tours through the gallery\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/families/gold-coast-family-holiday\" target=\"_self\" title=\"gold coast family holiday\"\u003ESchool holidays?\u003C/a\u003E Expect a bursting calendar of family-friendly shows, workshops and events.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1420441713":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere to Eat at HOTA Gold Coast\u003Ca id=\"eat\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_850772331":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_HOTAHomeoftheArts_TheExhibitionistBar_FoodBeverage_HotelMiami_146117.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_HOTAHomeoftheArts_TheExhibitionistBar_FoodBeverage_HotelMiami_146117.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-678734c53cec902557421d7f-the-exhibitionist-bar","alt":"Group of friends enjoying a meal at The Exhibitionist Bar, HOTA, Home of the Arts","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/galleries-and-museums/hota-gold-coast/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_850772331.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1763995088582/2021-gc-hotahomeofthearts-theexhibitionistbar-foodbeverage-hotelmiami-146117.jpeg","uuid":"b33d817f-b469-4914-bc1c-d5ca537d8318","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"The Exhibitionist Bar, HOTA, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1039657885":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EHungry? No worries. HOTA dining options abound.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPalette: \u003C/b\u003EHOTA’s award-winning \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/gold-coast-restaurants-you-cant-miss\" target=\"_self\" title=\"gold coast restaurants\"\u003Esignature dining experience\u003C/a\u003E, Palette is where the line between food and art gets blurry. Quite literally. Each menu is inspired by the exhibitions upstairs, creating a dining experience that’s as imaginative as the gallery itself, and full of Queensland flavour. Open for lunch and dinner Wednesday – Saturday.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe Exhibitionist Bar: \u003C/b\u003EHead skyward to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/bars/best-rooftop-bars-gold-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"rooftop bars gold coast\"\u003Ethis rooftop bar\u003C/a\u003E for 360-degree views across Surfers Paradise, the waterways and the hinterland. This is \u003Ci\u003Ethe spot\u003C/i\u003E for cocktail hour and breezy bites, and with a drinks menu inspired by major exhibitions there’s always something left-of-centre and very Instagrammable to sip.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHOTA Café:\u003C/b\u003E Come for a casual bite, coffee and sweet treat, lakeside vinos and sunset hangs. Bring friends, or join the laptop-toting creatives who’ve made this their unofficial office.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELocal tip: Palette’s prix fixe lunch menu is an absolute winner.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen to visit\u003Ca id=\"visit\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_712879696":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHOTA Gallery opening hours:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E10am–4pm daily\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EQuiet Hour: first Saturday of each month, 9am–10am\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHOTA Central:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EMon: 9am–5pm (later if there’s an event)\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ETue–Sat: 9am–7:30pm\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ESun: 10am–7:30pm\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe precinct is gorgeous anytime, but late afternoon is the local’s secret. Bask in golden light across the lake, then head straight up to the HOTA rooftop bar for a sundowner. Perfection.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow to get to HOTA\u003Ca id=\"getting\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1978927731":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/international/korea/ke-ben-campaign/146123-34.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/international/korea/ke-ben-campaign/146123-34.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b263a8aeeeaaf773cf6d62-hota-home-of-the-arts","alt":"Aerial shot of HOTA with Surfers Paradise in the background","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/galleries-and-museums/hota-gold-coast/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1978927731.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1763995134729/146123-34.jpeg","uuid":"946ca341-d06d-4e4a-a1bf-9d5bb3a9736f","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"HOTA, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2126550042":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere to park at HOTA:\u003C/b\u003E HOTA offers four hours free parking, but \u003Ci\u003Eyou must register your vehicle\u003C/i\u003E at the onsite machines.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERideshare: \u003C/b\u003EDrop off on Chevron Island and walk across HOTA’s Green Bridge to reach the precinct.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHOPO Ferry:\u003C/b\u003E The prettiest way to arrive, the ferry connects Surfers Paradise, HOTA, Marina Mirage and Sea World.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPublic transport:\u003C/b\u003E TransLink bus, tram and train services \u003Ca title=\"How to do Gold Coast without a car\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/gold-coast-without-a-car\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eall link to HOTA from across the Gold Coast\u003C/a\u003E and Brisbane.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAccessibility at HOTA\u003Ca id=\"access\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1439372766":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2022_GC_HOTA_CityExperiences_HotelMiami_146108.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2022_GC_HOTA_CityExperiences_HotelMiami_146108.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b263a8aeeeaaf773cf6d62-hota-home-of-the-arts","alt":"Family looking at the colourful Rainbow Meditation Room at HOTA, Home of the Arts","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/galleries-and-museums/hota-gold-coast/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1439372766.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1763994846060/2022-gc-hota-cityexperiences-hotelmiami-146108.jpeg","uuid":"a5e2eeb2-b4a3-4354-9112-c40bc7ba83f5","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"HOTA, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1901193929":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EHome of the Arts Gold Coast is a home for everyone, and is proudly committed to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/accessibility/accessible-travel-guide-gold-coast-\" target=\"_self\" title=\"accessible travel guide gold coast\"\u003Emaking art accessible\u003C/a\u003E for all. You’ll find:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EAccessible pathways and parking\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ELarge-print artwork labels\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EAuslan programs & assistive listening devices\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EAudio-described tours\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EDownloadable social stories\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ERelaxed performances\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EMonthly Quiet Hour (first Saturday of each month, 9am–10am)\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EHidden Disabilities Sunflower support\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlan your visit \u003Ca href=\"https://www.hota.com.au/visit-and-explore/plan-your-visit/accessibility\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"accessibility at HOTA\"\u003Evia their accessibility page\u003C/a\u003E for full details.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHOTA Gold Coast FAQS\u003Ca id=\"faqs\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_634589616":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_SurfersParadise_HOTAHomeOfTheArts_Family_HotelMiami_146124.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_SurfersParadise_HOTAHomeOfTheArts_Family_HotelMiami_146124.jpg","alt":"Family looking through the gallery at HOTA Home of the Arts Gold Coast","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/galleries-and-museums/hota-gold-coast/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_634589616.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1781587973911/2021-gc-surfersparadise-hotahomeofthearts-family-hotelmiami-146124.jpeg","uuid":"146e03f6-ed68-4fd8-a649-4fd473c45e64","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"HOTA, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_149226728":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003EIs HOTA Gold Coast free?\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGood news for budget-conscious culture vultures: entry to the HOTA precinct and many exhibitions is completely free. 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