This Wednesday, 8th March is International Women’s Day – it is time to celebrate, connect and empower women on the Gold Coast!
To mark this day, businesses, networking groups and organisations from across the city are bringing their communities together for a range of amazing events centred on paying tribute to the fantastic contribution of women across industries, from tourism to technology.
From inspiring luncheons and champagne sunsets to meaningful conversations about how to bring more creative solutions into technology, here are our top 8 events for 8th March – there’s something for everyone!
KICKING OFF INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATIONS
Blockstars are getting in early hosting an International Womens Day Eve Meetup at the ultra-cool Dukes Parlour in Surfers Paradise. Hear the inspiring stories of 4 different ladies who have pioneered a way forward for all women in tech. Entry is free and drinks and nibbles are included! Find out more here.
GOLD COAST INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CITY CELEBRATION 2023
Start your day off in style at the City’s 30th annual IWD Celebration Breakfast. Held at the beautiful Glasshouse in Surfers Paradise, enjoy a delicious breakfast whilst learning from a panel of world-changing women. The event calls for all of us, this International Women’s Day and beyond, to fully #EmbraceEquity. Find out more here.
INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY, WOMEN CELEBRATING WOMEN LUNCH
At the Southport Yacht Club, Women will be Celebrating Women at a stunning lunch overlooking the Marina as three inspirational women share their incredible journeys, courageous victories, and triumphs against adversity. The event encourages us to leverage collective power to raise women up, build strong networks and ensure that every woman feels supported, respeced, and empowered. Find out more here.
DESTINATION GOLD COAST INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY LUNCHEON 2023
Over at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach, Destination Gold Coast is hosting its International Women’s Day Luncheon to appreciate the incredible female contributors making waves within tourism and other key industry sectors. Hosted by TV Presenter and Gold Coast local Liz Cantor, it promises to be a relaxed afternoon of networking and celebrating our wonderful city as we collectively embrace equity, embrace diversity, and embrace inclusion. Find out more here.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CHARITY FUNDRAISER MARCH 2023
For a lunch with impact, the stunning Hyde Paradiso in Surfers Paradise is the location for a fabulous day raising money for local Domestic Violence refuge, The Sanctuary. The privately funded refuge is for women, children and pets escaping domestic violence. It provides refuge, safety, education, nutrition, and case management counselling, yet It has no Government funding and relies heavily on contributions from the community at large. All proceeds from the day will go to The Sanctuary. Find out more here.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY WITH WOMEN IN BLOCKCHAIN
As the day continues, Women in Blockchain are inviting the new and the curious to find out more about blockchain and how bringing women into technology results in more creative solutions and has greater potential for innovation at an afternoon tea event at Marina Mirage. Find out more here.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY SUNSET DRINKS @ GC HEALTH AND KNOWLEDGE PRECINCT
Finally, top off your day with sunset drinks at Southport Sharks’ stylish Aviary Rooftop Bar with the Precinct’s leading female clinicians and researchers. Brilliant women and their male allies are encouraged to attend! Find out more here.
It’s time to come together and celebrate the extraordinary achievements of women everywhere – so let’s get out there and join one (or more!) of these awesome events. Here’s to a day filled with inspiring stories, meaningful conversations and lots of fun!
