While the Kiwi skies turn grey, the Gold Coast lights up with one of the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest nostalgia festivals — Cooly Rocks On. This June, swap the winter rain for sunshine and rock ‘n’ roll vibes at this five-day celebration of yesteryear.
Hundreds of thousands of fans will descend on Coolangatta for a festival like no other — packed with hot rods, classic muscle, nostalgic beats, and good old-fashioned fun.
MOTORS THAT MOVE YOU
Get ready for one of Australia’s most jaw-dropping Show ’N’ Shine displays, proudly presented by Autoglym. With over 900 classic cars stretching nearly two kilometres, it’s a beachside spectacle not to be missed. Check out Kustomville’s lowbrow art and kustom culture as well as Goodwin Park’s epic display of bikes, boats, and simulator racers. Plus, don’t miss the sprawling Saturday Night Car Cruise and two epic Car Runs across the Gold Coast.
NON-STOP ENDLESS GROOVES
By day and night, Cooly pulses with nostalgic beats. From swing to rockabilly, and ‘50s rock ’n’ roll to authentic tribute acts, the festival hosts international performers, local bands and artists, and one of just three official Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contests in all of Australia. Get ready to boogie like it’s 1959 — every single night.
LIVE THE LIFESTYLE
Alongside the cars and tunes, Cooly Rocks On celebrates the lifestyle of yesteryear.
Dance under the stars at the Moonlight Swing Dance or hit the Beachside Rock ‘n’ Roll dancefloor. Take part in energetic dance workshops, or soak up the timeless fashions and looks of yesteryear at the Pin-Up Pageant — celebrating the classic and rockabilly styles. The beachfront is also home to stacks of markets packed with vintage finds and rare memorabilia.
WHY STAY COLD WHEN YOU CAN ROCK WARM?
This year’s event — running June 4 to 8, 2025 — is set to be another epic five days of motors, music and lifestyle.
So why stay stuck in a soggy Kiwi winter? Grab your sunnies and head to Coolangatta for Australia’s favourite nostalgia festival. With a massive program of ticketed and non-ticketed events, don’t miss your chance to be part of something unforgettable!
Find out more right here: coolyrockson.com
