Australia’s largest nostalgia competition, Cooly Rocks On, has formally kicked off in Coolangatta, drawing tens of hundreds of retro lovers to the Gold Coast from Wednesday, 4 June via Sunday, 8 June.
Set alongside almost two kilometres of beachside precinct, this five-day celebration is an unmissable immersion into the music, automobiles, trend and tradition of the 50s, 60s, 70s—and for the primary time, the 80s.
Pageant Director Mark Duckworth stated, “This 12 months’s competition guarantees to be big, with the famend Present ‘N’ Shine, unbelievable tribute reveals celebrating the music and legends we love, and the extremely anticipated Final Elvis Tribute Artist Contest.”
Cooly Rocks On continues to cement the Gold Coast’s status as a premier vacation spot for cultural occasions and heritage festivals. The combination of free leisure, classic experiences, and world performances makes it a signature celebration for locals and guests alike.
“Whether or not you’re a die-hard fan or new to nostalgia, the fantastic thing about Cooly Rocks On is there’s one thing for everybody,” stated Duckworth. “Guests can immerse themselves in an unbelievable program together with free reside music and dancing as they soak within the ambiance.”
Native companies—significantly these in hospitality, retail and tourism—see a large uptick throughout the occasion, as Cooly Rocks On attracts a nationwide and worldwide viewers. With classic automotive cruises, Pin-Up contests, and rockabilly reveals spanning 5 packed days, the southern Gold Coast turns into a thriving hive of vitality and commerce.
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Over 150,000 attendees joined Cooly Rocks On in 2024, with much more anticipated in 2025.
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Greater than 1,000 pre-1979 automobiles are on show totally free throughout seven zones.
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The Pin-Up Pageant options over 60 entrants, and the UETA Contest winner will compete at Elvis Week in Memphis.
Opening day sees a high-energy celebration with appearances from:
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Pin-Up Pageant finalist Alice Litzow (aka Girl Love Bug)
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2024 Pin-Up Winner and present decide Angie Lowe (aka Reckless Penny)
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Swing band Eliza Stark & The Dappers making their Australian debut
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Sam Clarke, exhibiting off his custom-built 1930 Ford A Roadster Scorching Rod
Elvis followers are in for a deal with: opening evening welcomes Ted Torres Martin (USA), Toki Toyokazu (JPN), and Che Orton (NZ) for Coronary heart of the King. Friday evening brings Jay Dupuis to the Elvis Marquee with Any Given Evening in Las Vegas – 1972.
The Final Elvis Tribute Artist Contest (UETA) returns, with the 2025 winner heading to Memphis to compete in Elvis Week for the title of world’s greatest tribute artist.
The 2025 version expands the expertise with a devoted 80s Zone—showcasing automobiles constructed between 1980 and 1985. “This 12 months additionally has an 80s twist, with a newly curated 80s zone particularly for automobiles manufactured between 1980 and 1985 which is able to introduce a complete new technology to the competition,” stated Duckworth.
Cooly Rocks On additionally options:
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Present ‘N’ Shine automotive showcase, proudly introduced by Autoglym
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Kustomville, celebrating lowbrow artwork and {custom} tradition
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Saturday Evening Automotive Cruise and afternoon Automotive Runs to Go Bowling Ashmore and Yatala Drive-In
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Rockabilly legend Scotty Baker returning after worldwide touring
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Free reside music from The Linelockers, Fortunate Seven, Johnny Pandora, Kieron McDonald Combo, The Australian Rolling Stones Present, SOS: The Australian ABBA Tribute Present, and The Dusty Springfield Present
Safe last-minute tickets for:
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Moonlight Swing Dance – Thursday evening on the Elvis Marquee
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Beachside Rock ‘N’ Roll Dance – Sunday night farewell
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Elvis Karaoke After Get together – Sunday evening encore
Cooly Rocks On is proudly produced by Expertise Gold Coast and supported by the Queensland Authorities by way of Tourism and Occasions Queensland.
For the complete program and ticket info, go to: coolyrockson.com
