A new weekend means a new host of possibilities. From Brisbane’s own Matt O’Kine to daring dance music, opera superstars and free Yo-Chi, there’s plenty in store to fill your weekend. Here are the top things to do from April 18 to 21 across Brisbane. more
Brisbane’s annual-riverside street party Teneriffe Festival returns for its 13th year on Saturday June 8 with another day of delectable bites and brews from some of Brisbane’s finest. The one-day fiesta is also returning with a stellar music program, headlined by some absolute legends of the Australian scene. more
Get your tote bag out – a new makers market is making its way to Brisbane. Launched by the creative collective BrisStyle, this new event lets you shop handcrafted goods from the artisans themselves amidst the newly renovated Distillery Road Market space. Starting April 13, The Makers Market will be curating a series of stalls for you to explore on the second Saturday of every month. more
The Prince Consort is commemorating the Anzacs this year with an afternoon amidst the pub’s sprawling garden bar in partnership with the not-for-profit Soldier On. Over a leisurely afternoon, you and your mates are invited to toast to the Anzacs with a game of Two Up, AFL on the big screen and a menu of Aussie food favourites. Keep reading to find out more … more
Who knows what bounty spring will bring? Well, if you head into Toowoomba it’s near guaranteed to bring a cornucopia of enchanting flora, enlivening family fun and an enriching run of local food and drink. That’s right – the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is returning this September for another year of fabulous floriferous festivities. Celebrating 75 years, the festival has packed more than 77 efflorescent events into four petal-filled weeks from September 13 to October 7. Read on to uncover this year’s program … more
Darkness to Daylight is back for another year this May, challenging Brisbanites to a 110-km run in memory of the lives lost to domestic violence. While Challenge DV is also hosting 3-km and 10-km events as well, don’t sweat it if this physical challenge isn’t in your wheelhouse. There are plenty of ways to get involved with Darkness to Daylight from the sidelines and help spark change in your community. Here are the top four ways you can support Darkness to Daylight – no trainers necessary. more
Get ready to dive mouth-first into a stacked plate of freshly fried honey puffs because Paniyiri Greek Festival has locked in its 2024 dates. Mark your calendars – Musgrave Park will transform again into a Greek Eden on the weekend of Saturday May 18 and Sunday May 19 2024. The annual extravaganza of all-things Greek will have you going ‘Opa!’ with two jam-packed days of mouth-watering feasts, live music, plate smashing, Zorba dancing, wine tasting and so much more. Here's what you need to know ... more
Over the past 25 years, Challenge DV has been at the forefront in the fight against domestic violence in Brisbane. On Wednesday and Thursday May 29 and 30, its event of the year Darkness to Daylight is back, taking over Brisbane for one night of fundraising, awareness building and reflection at Queensland’s Parliament House. The 110-km run (or walk) invites you to make every step count – with each kilometre representing one of the lives lost each year to domestic violence. Keep reading to find out how to get involved … more
Are you a self-proclaimed MVP at shooting hoops? If you have a competitive nature that won’t quit, then rally a team and head to Paradise Centre in Surfers Paradise for hours of slam dunkin’ fun these school holidays. more
Looking to have maximum fun with minimal spending? The City is bursting with things to do on a dime, from free music gigs and secret garden adventures to mid-week cheap eats. Here are five ways to fill your days and have a blast on a budget. more
In case you missed the memo – globally renowned accessible-art phenomenon Affordable Art Fair is heading to Brisbane for the very first time from May 9–12. Tickets are now on sale for the fun-filled four-day art fiesta, which will give Queensland art aficionados and budding collectors the chance to explore and purchase original works from some of Australia's most exciting artists in a relaxed and convivial setting, with prices starting from as little as $100. Thought an original piece was completely out of reach? Think again! more
Few experiences can rival the magnificence of opera – but the vast and vibrant landscapes of rural Queensland might just do it. From 14 – 20 May, Opera Queensland will be hitting the road and bringing its music masterpieces to the outback towns of Longreach and Winton. Headlined by the likes of Kate Miller-Heidke and internationally renowned vocalists, the Festival of Outback Opera and its packed program of community and culture is one both opera aficionados and amateurs won’t want to miss. more
On March 7, Brisbane’s coveted sky-high location will be celebrating International Women’s Day and toasting to the achievements and contributions of Australian women. Backdropped by city views, journalist Anna Rawlings will be hosting an impressive line-up of artists, entrepreneurs and advocates for an inspiring conversation about inclusion, connection and empowerment. more
Get your tote bags at the ready – The Great Artist Market is back for 2024. Held bi-annually in Felons Barrel Hall, the Autumn 2024 market will convert one of Brisbane’s most beloved brewery haunts into a creative hub of local artists, makers and craftsmen. more
It's time to assemble your trivia dream team – Treasury Brisbane's popular weekly brain battle Trivia Tuesdays is kicking off again from February 6. Each week, LiveWire 24/7 Sports Bar will transform into a buzzing hub of facts and fun, as teams of clever cookies (armed with sips, snacks and smarts) battle it out for some enticing prizes. more
Labels be damned – the season of Saint Valentine is the time to indulge in some wholesome festivities, regardless if you're steering a situationship, chronically single or happily coupled up. Don't want to be couped up while lovebirds gallivant around town? Keen to practice some self love? We’ve rounded up the best no-strings things happening this February, from romcom marathons to art classes. more
Mark your calendars, flower fans – the annual Kalbar Sunflower Festival is returning in 2024 to showcase its glorious one-million sunflowers (yes, one million!) alongside a huge program of fun-filled events. Last year's festival sold out within 24 hours – so gather your gang and get ready to make a beeline to the Scenic Rim from April 19–21. more
The coveted cultural event is making its highly anticipated return with 11 suburbs across Brisbane set to showcase the best of our city’s Asian culture this February. Last year, BrisAsia saw its highest turnout yet, with more than 24,000 people participating in this city-wide celebration of Brisbane’s diverse Asian community. For its 12th run, the festival is back and better than ever – kicking off the lunar new year with a stacked program featuring more than 20 events from dancing dragons to dumplings. Running from Thursday, February 1 to Sunday, February 1, here’s what’s not to miss … more
One of the best parts of living in Australia is the huge mix of cultures that we have going on here. Many other countries have brought their customs and celebrations to our shores, giving us even more reasons to learn about and appreciate our global community. One of the most significant events on the world calendar is Lunar New Year, a time when people from Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese backgrounds celebrate the lunar calendar ticking over into a new year. From Saturday February 10, we will officially welcome the Year of the Dragon – here are the best places around Brisbane to celebrate. more
Southeast Queensland residents can save $50 off a huge range of Gold Coast attractions, tours and experiences this summer, as part of a major tourism push to support storm-ravaged tourism businesses and operators in the wake of wild weather during the festive season. Keen for a summer surf lesson, a jet-boating adventure, or perhaps a trip to the theme parks? Now's the time to do it! Here's what you need to know. more
