The Golden Event of the Year
Bringing the Golden Retriever community together
About GOG
Goldens on the Grass is a much-loved annual celebration proudly organised by the Golden Retriever Club of Queensland.
Since launching in 2022, the event has grown bigger and better every year — bringing together hundreds of Golden Retrievers and their families for one unforgettable day dedicated entirely to our favourite breed.
What started as a simple idea to gather like-minded Golden lovers has evolved into one of Queensland’s most joyful and heartwarming dog events. Goldens on the Grass is all about community, connection and celebrating the incredible temperament, beauty and spirit of the Golden Retriever.
Our event is designed for the whole family — especially your four-legged one. From fun-filled activities and interactive experiences to exciting things for you and your Goldie to try together, there’s something for every age, stage and energy level. Whether you’re joining in the fun, meeting fellow Golden owners, or simply soaking up the sea of golden coats and wagging tails, the day is pure golden magic.
Beyond the fun, Goldens on the Grass is deeply committed to giving back. Each year, we proudly donate proceeds to incredible organisations including the RSPCA, Golden Retriever Rescue QLD, and Story Dogs — supporting animal welfare, rescue efforts and literacy programs that change lives.
At its heart, Goldens on the Grass is more than an event. It’s a celebration of the breed we love, the community we’ve built, and the difference we can make together.
We can’t wait to welcome you and your Goldie to the next one. 💛🐾
Join us 26 July 2026
Goldens on the Grass, Winter by the Waves
Broadwater Parklands Gold Coast.
Buy tickets here
Photos from previous events
Bluey
Not sure who loves Bluey more the humans or the dogs.
Best Dressed
See some Goldies absolutely rock the best dressed competition.
Activites
Some pictures of some of the activities that there is for you to do with your Goldie's on the day. From the foam pit, ball pit, retrieving to the colour run.
More pictures
Watch here a few more pictures from the day.
Media
Nine news video from GOG 2025
A video from Knose GOG 2025
Dr Claire Stevens 2025
FAQS
We started off back in 2022 with a few hundred Goldies and their family's, now to at least a 1000 in 2025, to wanting to one day have the Guinness world record people come to an event to hopefully set a record of the most Golden Retrievers in one place.
Goldens on the Grass is held at the Broadwater parklands on The Great Lawn on the Gold Coast on the 26th of July 2026, 10am till 2pm, held annually.
Yes there is plenty of paid parking available.
Free street parking is also potentially available but limited & could be a bit of a walk away.
Yes it is.
Yes you need to purchase a ticket, which will soon be available on Eventbrite.
Tickets will also be available at the entrance to the event, although it is preferable for a quick seamless entry to pre purchase them online.
There defiantly is no limit to how many dogs you can bring, as long as you have effective control of them, all on a lead & tickets purchased, the more the merrier.
Yes it is a golden retriever event, but if your Goldie has a sibling or a best friend that is a different breed then that is ok for them to come along & have a fun day with you.
Yes puppies as long as they are fully vaccinated can come along.
Yes of course entire male & females are welcome, just not bitches in season please.
We would love to hear from you, please send an email to - gog@grcq.org.au
Goldens on the Grass run by the Golden Retriever club of QLD over the years has supported the RSPCA, Golden retriever rescue NSW, Story dogs & continues to do so.
