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Save the date for the 2024 Gold Coast Music Awards!

Save the date! The Gold Coast’s premier music industry event, the Gold Coast Music Awards, is turning 10 this year, and gearing up for the biggest year yet! 

Expect peak party vibes as the Gold Coast Music Awards celebrates its 10th anniversary on Thursday 29 August, live at HOTA Home of the Arts, showcasing the best and brightest music talent our region has to offer.

The biggest night on the Gold Coast music industry calendar, the event will feature red carpet arrivals, a stellar Awards Ceremony with live performances from some of the city’s biggest names, and an after party to kick-on into the evening. 

RSVP on Facebook to stay updated with all the details as we get closer to celebrating the 2024 Gold Coast Music Awards! 

Nominations for the 2024 GCMAs will open on March 25, and close April 30, 2024. Subscribe to the Gold Coast Music Network’s e-news for more info.

 

Gold Coast Music Awards is produced by Gold Coast Music Network and proudly supported by City of Gold Coast. 

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