Where will the 2026 Queensland Music Awards be held?

The 2026 Queensland Music Awards will be held on April 22 at Miami Marketta on the Gold Coast.

Why did the Queensland Music Awards move from Brisbane to the Gold Coast?

The awards moved from Brisbane to the Gold Coast following controversy at the previous year's event and a subsequent withdrawal of funding by the Brisbane City Council.

What is the new focus for the Queensland Music Awards?

The awards are returning to their roots with a 'music-first' approach, prioritizing the art and artists in an informal setting.

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QMusic Awards Shift to Gold Coast After Controversy

11 Mar

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Summary

The 2026 Queensland Music Awards will move to the Gold Coast.
The move follows controversy and funding withdrawal from Brisbane.
The ceremony will return to a more informal, music-focused show.

QMusic Awards Shift to Gold Coast After Controversy

The Queensland Music Awards (QMAs) will be presented on April 22, 2026, at Miami Marketta on the Gold Coast. This marks the first time the ceremony has been held outside of Brisbane, the state capital.

QMusic CEO Kris Stewart stated the QMAs are returning to their roots, prioritizing music and artists with an informal show. This relocation follows controversy surrounding the 2025 event at Fortitude Music Hall, which resulted in the withdrawal of approximately A$25,000 in funding from the Brisbane City Council.