Food
It's back, baby! Live your best life at this evening full of wine, cheese and bubbles at Treasury Brisbane
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It’s back, baby! Live your best life at this evening full of wine, cheese and bubbles at Treasury Brisbane

09 Apr 2021

The snap lockdown just before Easter weekend threw us all for a bit of a loop, casting plans into disarray and causing some devastating cancellations for events we were all looking forward to. However, you can't keep a good thing down – and one of the casualties of that fateful weekend has risen like a phoenix from the ashes to provide us with the glorious party that was snatched away at the last minute. Treasury Brisbane has rescheduled its much-anticipated Cheese, Wine and Bubbles soiree to Friday April 30, taking over its magical courtyard with top-tier bubbles, worldly wines, culinary delights and live entertainment (all COVID safe, of course). more

Food
Regional Flavours, reimagined – the renowned food festival returns with a flavourful three-part event series
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Regional Flavours, reimagined – the renowned food festival returns with a flavourful three-part event series

08 Apr 2021

Attention, foodies! Everyone's favourite food and wine festival Regional Flavours is returning to South Bank Parklands this year – but with an exciting new twist. Instead of a single weekend event, 2021 will see Regional Flavours serve up some of Australia’s most celebrated chefs and local producers across a delectable three-part event series from June to October. Kicking off the tastebud-tempting festival is Grazed and Grown, which is set to bloom in our city from June 18–20. Bring your appetite, because you'll need it for this delicious event. more

Exhibitions
Dazzling art installations will come alive after dark in the park for Botanica – Contemporary Art Outside
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Dazzling art installations will come alive after dark in the park for Botanica – Contemporary Art Outside

08 Apr 2021

We've been truly blessed when it comes to exciting pop-ups on this year's calendar – string-fuelled live gigs, huge science festivals and curiosity-piquing events are just a few highlights so far. A strong contender for the most dazzling event of the year is about to enter our stratosphere and is bringing with it some truly spellbinding showcases. Arriving at the City Botanic Gardens in May is Botanica – Contemporary Art Outside, a huge display of illuminating site specific artworks that will light up the park after dark with picture-perfect projections and immersive installations from May 7–16. more

Dance
Singing, dancing and a dose of drama – La Boite Theatre announces its spellbinding ACT 2
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Singing, dancing and a dose of drama – La Boite Theatre announces its spellbinding ACT 2

08 Apr 2021

Following a successful season opening with ACT 1 – which featured two hit productions – La Boite Theatre is pulling out all of the stops for a thrilling ACT 2. Kicking off this month and running until August, the exciting second act of the theatre's 2021 season features two diverse main stage productions, a fresh-faced music series and a brand-spanking-new program of HWY events. Order some bubbles, take your seat and settle in for a night at the theatre. more

Community
What's on in Brisbane this weekend
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What’s on in Brisbane this weekend

08 Apr 2021

The weekend is nearly upon us so can we get a heck yeah? Concerts in The Valley, laneway markets, riverside feasts and jazz-tinged musicals are just a taste of what's on offer over the next few days, so keep reading for a few more ideas ... more

Food
Grab your lederhosen – The Bavarian is throwing a ten-week schnitzel festival
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Grab your lederhosen – The Bavarian is throwing a ten-week schnitzel festival

01 Apr 2021

There's nothing more satisfying than a good ol' chicken schnitzel, preferably dished up with a large serving of beer-battered chips, a salad that you will probably take one bite of (for health's sake) and a cold pint. If this also sounds ideal to you, then you'll froth what The Bavarian has been cooking up. For ten whole weeks, the string of German-inspired eateries are putting a Bavarian spin on an Aussie classic, throwing a mammoth schnitzel festival that will showcase ten different types of schnitties. more

Food
Stock up for Easter weekend at Scenic Rim's Farm Gate Trail
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Stock up for Easter weekend at Scenic Rim’s Farm Gate Trail

01 Apr 2021

We are mere days away from a long weekend folks and we don't think we are just speaking for ourselves when we say hallelujah! If you're yet to plan anything for your four days of sweet freedom, then we suggest hopping in your car and taking a picturesque drive to the Scenic Rim. It's here where you will discover Scenic Rim's Farm Gate Trail, where local makers are congregating to bring you a smorgasbord of delicious produce and farm-fresh eats. more

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Experience 40 Days of Flavour at Treasury Brisbane
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Experience 40 Days of Flavour at Treasury Brisbane

25 Mar 2021

Your tastebuds are in for a treat, curious gastronomers! From Monday March 22 to Friday April 30, dining and entertainment destination Treasury Brisbane will come alive with a sumptuous selection of exciting experiences for 40 Days of Flavour. Set to impress all of your senses, the jam-packed festival will include decadent degustations, paint-and-sip sessions, sparkling high teas, luxe lunches and much, much more. So you can discover what's your flavour, we have rounded up some of the most irresistible happenings. more

Community
Wacky trivia, weird experiments and wonderful gigs await inside World Science Festival Brisbane's The Nucleus
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Wacky trivia, weird experiments and wonderful gigs await inside World Science Festival Brisbane’s The Nucleus

25 Mar 2021

Unless you've been living under a rock, you're well aware (and very excited) that World Science Festival Brisbane is returning to Queensland Museum from March 24–28 for five days of experimental magic. Just a short stroll from the museum is where curious minds will come across The Nucleus, a lounge-room-meets-laboratory that will be full to the brim with brain-tingling happenings. Here's a closer look into some of the weird and wonderful events that will be popping up inside the festival's designated hang-out spot ... more

Exhibitions
Catch five decades of gripping photography at QAGOMA's new exhibition William Yang – Seeing and Being Seen
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Catch five decades of gripping photography at QAGOMA’s new exhibition William Yang – Seeing and Being Seen

25 Mar 2021

William Yang is one of Australia's most acclaimed independent photographers and performers – and in a win for us, we can claim him as a Queenslander! To celebrate William and his meaningful works, QAGOMA is hosting a major survey of his artistic achievements. Coming to Brisbane from Saturday March 27 to Saturday August 22, William Yang – Seeing and Being Seen will introduce novices to William's work and remind fans why his output is so treasured within the arts community and beyond. more

Literature
Pen to paper – Brisbane Writers Festival returns with an inspiring program of physical and virtual events
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Pen to paper – Brisbane Writers Festival returns with an inspiring program of physical and virtual events

19 Mar 2021

One of Queensland’s longest-running festivals, Brisbane Writers Festival is our city's seminal literary event celebrating the written word. Returning to State Library of Queensland, this year's event begins a new chapter of engaging storytelling with a hybrid program of more than 100 live and virtual events happening across three days from May 7–9. The 2021 festival will bring together more than 100 local literary luminaries, thinkers and opinion makers to entertain, enlighten and inspire – including Kate Morton, Damon Gameau, Mary Hoang, Tim Flannery, Benjamin Law and many more ... more

Inspiration
Did you know …? Five curly World Science Festival Brisbane facts that will make you a hit at your next pub trivia night
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Did you know …? Five curly World Science Festival Brisbane facts that will make you a hit at your next pub trivia night

18 Mar 2021

You might not think you’re a big nerd, but basically every little thing we do on this good green Earth can be analysed, interpreted and explained through a scientific lens – and when you break something down to form a better understanding of it, it becomes really bloody interesting! You don’t need a lab coat to delve into the wonderful world of science – this oft-intimidating field is actually not as scary as you think. We’re here to get you inspired to become the smartest and most interesting person in the next room you walk into – with a little help from our friends at World Science Festival Brisbane. Open up your noodle and take in these five interesting trivia facts that are sure to win you some bonus points in the pub quiz circuit or your next dinner party, plus where you can learn a little more about these fascinating tidbits. more

Dance
Showgirls, soul singers and tea spilling – MELT Festival drops its rainbow-soaked program
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Showgirls, soul singers and tea spilling – MELT Festival drops its rainbow-soaked program

18 Mar 2021

For six fabulous years, MELT: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture has brought a glitter-soaked treasure chest of events to our city. After the year-that-should-not-be-named, MELT is back and better than ever and is giving us a reason to not only put on our heels, but kick them back. So you can start applying your eyeshadow, we have got your sneak peek into this year's festival. From confetti-covered cabaret to Queen tributes, here's a taste of some not-to-be-missed events ... more

Exhibitions
Artist Robert Brownhall lifts the curtain on his alluring exhibition at Philip Bacon Galleries
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Artist Robert Brownhall lifts the curtain on his alluring exhibition at Philip Bacon Galleries

18 Mar 2021

Brisbane is quite the looker, if you ask us. The snaking river, lush gardens and grand urban scenery makes our city unique, but sometimes we are too busy to appreciate its beauty. Acclaimed Australian artist Robert Brownhall has stopped to smell the roses – and he wants you to as well. If you're keen to see Brisbane through new peepers, then we suggest making tracks to Fortitude Valley art space, Philip Bacon Galleries. It's here where you can stroll through Robert's visual diary, which we can guarantee is one worthwhile read. more

Theatre
Love affairs, New York and hilarious antics – the curtains are raising for Queensland Theatre's Triple X
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Love affairs, New York and hilarious antics – the curtains are raising for Queensland Theatre’s Triple X

17 Mar 2021

This time last year, things were a bit strange. Our favourite venues around Brisbane were closing their doors – from restaurants and cafes to cinemas and even our beloved theatres. Thankfully, this year we are well and truly back in action and so is Queensland Theatre. One show that is finding its spotlight again after COVID drew the curtains on the production in 2020 is the much-anticipated Triple X. Set to challenge theatre goers' perception of love, this must-see play is taking over Queensland Theatre until Thursday April 1. more