NOMINEE AND ATTENDEE FAQ’S
EVENT INFORMATION
The 2024 AACTA Awards events will be held at Home of the Arts (HOTA) on Queensland's stunning Gold Coast.
2024 AACTA INDUSTRY AWARDS presented by Foxtel Group
Date: Thursday 8 February 2024.
Location: Home of The Arts (HOTA), 135 Bundall Rd Surfers Paradise, QLD.
Dress code: Cocktail
Red Carpet: Arrivals will commence at 4.00pm AEST, with the event starting at 5:45pm sharp.
After Party presented by Screen Queensland: 9.00pm - 12.00am AEST
The Industry Awards seating will be theatre style, with beverages and canapés provided before and after the event. There is no intermission during this event.
AACTA AWARDS LIVE VIEWING PARTY
Date: Saturday 10 February 2024.
Location: Home of The Arts (HOTA), 135 Bundall Rd Surfers Paradise, QLD.
Dress code: Black Tie
Red Carpet: Arrivals will commence at 1.45pm AEST, with the event starting at 2.30pm sharp.
After Party: Following event
Seating will be banquet style at tables of 10, with a light 2 course meal provided during the event and beverages available throughout. There is no intermission during this event, however as a broadcast event, it may contain short breaks while we reset the stage. Additional food will be available at the After Party once the ceremony has concluded.
2024 AACTA AWARDS CEREMONY presented by Foxtel Group
Date: Saturday 10 February 2024.
Location: Home of The Arts (HOTA), 135 Bundall Rd Surfers Paradise, QLD.
Dress code: Black Tie
Red Carpet: Arrivals will commence at 1.00pm AEST, with the event starting at 2.30pm sharp.
After Party: Following event
The Ceremony seating will be theatre style with canapés provided before and after the event. There is no intermission during this event, however as a broadcast event, it may contain short breaks while we reset the stage.
Information regarding the red carpet, seating, access and format of the events will be released to all guests in late January, 2024. In the meantime, should you have any questions about the event or guest management policy, please contact us at events@afi.org.au.
GETTING TO HOTA
Parking, including wheelchair accessible parking, is available but limited. You can park at HOTA for up to four hours free of charge. If you're staying with us longer than four hours, payment can be made via a parking machine onsite or via the EasyPark Mobile App.
Guests arriving via ride share/taxi can be dropped off at the designated drop off point and make their way to the red carpet.
For more information on travelling to HOTA, see here.
TICKETING
As per previous years, AACTA processes all invites and tickets digitally. Tickets can be purchased via Eventbrite here.
Invitations are sent to email addresses, with guests required to RSVP via this invitation. Guests must provide all information requested via this digital form to ensure all relevant details are accessible for the event. As per last year, entrée cards will not be provided.
Once you have confirmed your attendance, you will receive an email confirmation with a QR code. You will need this email when checking in to the event. Please always have this available to you, or you may not be allowed into the event space.
Once formally checked in to the event, guests will receive a text message advising them of their seat number. This text message will be sent only after guests have checked in at the red carpet. Please provide the most accessible email and mobile number for use at the event.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, please check the information provided in your invitation or contact us.
CLOAKING
There will be access to cloaking facilities prior to walking the red carpet, but large bags (suitcases and similar) will not be accepted. If you are travelling into Queensland and arriving on the day of the event, please arrange to leave your luggage with your accommodation prior to arriving at the event.
Security will be conducting bag checks and guests are advised that any bags larger than an A4 sheet of paper will not be allowed inside the venue.
ACCESSIBILITY
If you are a guest at either event, please ensure you have communicated any accessibility requirements to our Guest Management and Events team via your RSVP form or by contacting us. Please note this event is seated theatre style and wheelchair spots are fixed to the venue in certain positions. The dress circle is not wheelchair accessible.
NOMINEES
The invitation policy will be communicated to nominees once nominations are announced in early December.
TRAVELLING TO QUEENSLAND
If you are interstate or International, AACTA have a number of great deals available through accommodation providers on the Gold Coast, which can be found here.
We encourage you to make the most of your time in the sunshine state and take a look at all the Gold Coast and Queensland has to offer. Visit our Event Information page here to find great deals on activities and experiences for you and the whole family.