#HOTA 2024

Get ready for a year like no other at HOTA. We’re thrilled to share our HOTA 2024 program, giving you a peek into the extraordinary experiences waiting for you in 2024. 

Whether you’re a lover of grand productions or intimate performances, an art enthusiast or a family seeking entertainment, we’ve curated a diverse program with you in mind.  

Purchase tickets to any of our HOTA 2024 shows* before 31 Dec 2023 and save with 10% early bird discount! Grab your tickets now and secure your spot for an unforgettable year of arts and culture. 

*Early bird discount applies to 'HOTA Presents' 2024 shows currently on sale - valid until 31 Dec 2023. Excludes Elvis: A Musical Revolution, exhibitions, festivals and other events.

#Mainstage

Elvis: A Musical Revolution

Elvis: A Musical Revolution

Starting 22 Jun, 2024

Celebrating the life and music of rock 'n' roll superstar Elvis Presley. With hit after hit, you can't help falling in love.

Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap

Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap

Wed 29 May - Fri 2 Jun, 2024

This thrilling West End production is THE genre-defining murder mystery from the best-selling novelist of all time... case closed!

Coppélia

Coppélia

Fri 1 - Sat 2 Nov, 2024

Love and mayhem collide in this airy, light-hearted ballet with Australian Flair.

The Gospel According to Paul
Recommended Ages 15+
Sat 25 May

The Gospel According to Paul

Presented by HOTA and Soft Tread

Wayfinder
Fri 26 Jul

Wayfinder

by Dancenorth

FOURTEEN
Recommended Ages 14+
Auslan
Fri 2 Aug

FOURTEEN

Adapted by Shake & Stir Theatre Co with Shannon Molloy

MAUI
All Ages
Fri 23 - Sat 24 Aug

MAUI

By Fresh Movement Arts and Freshman's Dance Crew

Queensland Symphony Orchestra's Favourites
Sat 26 Oct

Queensland Symphony Orchestra's Favourites

Beloved Melodies with Queensland Symphony Orchestra

#Small stage

Agapi & Other Kinds of Love
Past Event
Thu 15 Feb

Agapi & Other Kinds of Love

by Luka Lesson

From Campfire to Stage Light
Fri 12 Jul

From Campfire to Stage Light

Presented by Jute Theatre Company & Didge-Ralia

#Exhibitions

Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street
Past Event
All Ages
Sneakers Unboxed
Sat 25 Nov 2023 - Sun 18 Feb 2024

Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street

HOTA Collects: Made in Surfers Paradise
All Ages
Sun 3 Sep 2023 - Sun 7 Jul 2024

HOTA Collects: Made in Surfers Paradise

Donna Marcus, Radiate
Free
All Ages
Sat 9 Dec 2023 - Sun 28 Apr 2024

Donna Marcus, Radiate

Colour Your Imagination - Just add books
Free
Past Event
All Ages
Abdul Abdullah A pleasant surprise (detail) 2023 
oil on linen, 102 cm x 76 cm 
Image courtesy of the artist and Yavuz Gallery
All Ages
Sat 9 Mar - Sun 21 Jul

Kingdom of Kindness

Abdul Abdullah

#Family

You Are A Doughnut
Education
Auslan
Thu 6 - Fri 7 Jun

You Are A Doughnut

By That Science Gang

How to Catch A Star
Auslan
Fri 14 - Sat 15 Jun

How to Catch A Star

Australian Chamber Orchestra

Waru - journey of the small turtle
Wed 23 Oct

Waru - journey of the small turtle

Presented by Bangarra Dance Theatre

#Always on

HOTA Cinema

HOTA Cinema

Open seven days

Explore what's showing now.

Palette Restaurant

Palette Restaurant

Open Wed - Sun

Treat your palate with a fresh and modern Australian menu.

The Exhibitionist Bar

The Exhibitionist Bar

Open seven days

Breathtaking rooftop views, art-inspired cocktails and tapas-style menu.

HOTA Cafe

HOTA Cafe

Open seven days

Sit indoors or out on our beautiful deck and enjoy fresh food and great coffee. Every day.

HOTA Shop

HOTA Shop

Open daily, 10am-4pm

Take a piece of HOTA home with you. A range of beautiful gifts, mementos, and artisan wares can be found on the HOTA Gallery ground floor.

Farmer's Market

Farmer's Market

Sun, 6am-11.30am

Great local produce and the best local creation. All set to live music.

Sculpture Walk

Sculpture Walk

Open daily

Take a stroll around the lake; at HOTA there's art indoors and out.

Live Music Fridays

Live Music Fridays

Fri, 4pm-7pm

Kick off your weekend with Fridays on the Lawn. Enjoy cold drinks, a bite to eat, and free live music at HOTA.

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HOTA proudly acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout South East Queensland.

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