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Snap up freebies, see rollerskating bunnies and dance to DJ-spun beats at Paradise Centre at these Easter school holidays
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Snap up freebies, see rollerskating bunnies and dance to DJ-spun beats at Paradise Centre at these Easter school holidays

04 Apr 2023

Easter is just around the corner, and that means the school holidays have arrived! To celebrate the annual chocolate-filled occasion, shopping, lifestyle and dining precinct Paradise Centre will be serving up all things sweet these school holidays with Sweet as Easter from April 1–16. You can expect to snag some truly great freebies, breakdance with bunnies and dance to some dynamite DJ sets. Here's all the need-to-know deets ... more

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Rooftop parties, luxury car meets and culinary creations – BrisAsia Festival returns with a hearty dose of culture and fun
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Rooftop parties, luxury car meets and culinary creations – BrisAsia Festival returns with a hearty dose of culture and fun

24 Jan 2023

Get ready to be whisked away to Asia for one of the city’s biggest and most exciting cultural events. Brisbane City Council's BrisAsia Festival is returning with a show-stopping lineup of some of the best sights, sounds, tastes and experiences of Asia – no passport needed! With a jam-packed three weeks of festivities on offer across the city, you can expect everything from luxury car meet-ups and culinary creations to drag sensation Crimson Coco, a laneway tea festival and rooftop soirees. Here are some of the most exciting BrisAsia events popping up in Brisbane … more

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Plant markets, live tunes and picnic delights – put spring in your step at Roma Street Parkland
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Plant markets, live tunes and picnic delights – put spring in your step at Roma Street Parkland

04 Aug 2022

It's time to wake up and smell the roses – spring is soon to be sprung! We're looking forward to the weather warming up, the city coming alive with colour and a whole bunch of fun activities coming to Brisbane's lushest spot, Roma Street Parkland. We're talking live gigs, food trucks, guided tours, plant markets and blooms aplenty – all you need to pack is your picnic basket! more

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The Rangebow Festival
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See diversity, creativity and sustainability shine at the Sunshine Coast’s brand new The Rangebow Festival

13 Jul 2022

At a time when the news can leave us recoiling at current events, it's so important to find moments of light to serve as an anchor for our happiness. Events like festivals tend to bring out the best in people as they gather to celebrate, sing, dance and enjoy life as part of a collective. The Sunshine Coast's newest festival is focused on doing that and more, championing inclusivity, sustainability, diversity and reconciliation. The inaugural The Rangebow Festival is gearing up to take the Sunny Coast Hinterland by storm with four days of music, workshops, art and conversations. In order to make the most of your time up north, we've put together a guide not only for the The Rangebow Festival but the very best places to stay, play and eat during a long weekend nestled in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. more

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BLEACH* Festival
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Culture-soaked creativity and expert storytellers bring BLEACH* Festival’s 2022 program to life

30 Jun 2022

Unless you're new to the coast or have been living under a rock, you're probably well familiar with BLEACH* Festival. For those who aren't, well, allow us – BLEACH* is the Gold Coast's premier arts and cultural festival that proudly and passionately champions the incredible artists and performers that make up the tapestry of the shining city. BLEACH* has been no stranger to COVID-related cancellations and, much to the dismay of everyone on the Gold Coast, last year's festival took a hit. Luckily for us, BLEACH* is back, better than ever and is here to celebrate its 11-year milestone by transforming beachside esplanades, botanic gardens and hinterland hideaways into backdrops for spine-tingling and thought-provoking experiences from August 11-21. We recommend clearing your calendar because the 11-day program has just been released and is packed with a bounty of events and… more

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State Library of Queensland is celebrating 120 years with a huge birthday bash
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State Library of Queensland is celebrating 120 years with a huge birthday bash

09 Jun 2022

Get ready to sing hip hip hooray, as it’s State Library of Queensland's 120th birthday! Before you start putting your hands together for the obligatory 120 claps, let us tell you all about the ‘extra’ ordinary birthday festivities this old gal is hosting to mark the mammoth celebration on Saturday June 18. We're talking behind-the-scenes tours of rare collections, whimsical children's exhibitions and story picnics with award-winning song writers. To help you plan your extraordinary day at State Library of Queensland, we have rounded up some of the most exciting events for the curious, the creative and the kidlets ... more

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Buskers by the lake
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Buskers by the Lake is bringing three days of adrenaline, creativity and sword swallowing to Lake Kawana

01 Jun 2022

Creativity and personal expression come in many forms. Some of us sing, some dance, some may participate in adrenaline sports and others, well, they play with fire and swallow swords. The Australian and international busking community is rich with incredibly talented individuals that thrive on doing what they love in the hopes that it will entertain others. Buskers by the Lake is a Sunshine Coast festival that gives renowned and up-and-coming buskers the chance to show off their skills as part of a wider project, entertaining audiences over three days in one giant, lakeside extravaganza. The festival theme is 'Fantasyland', so get ready to soak up the sunshine and experience a whole new world of mystique, magic and marvel.  more

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A swarm of illuminated bees is coming to West Village
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A swarm of illuminated bees is coming to West Village

16 May 2022

Whether it’s the humble European honey bee, the hard-working Australian native bee or their other high-flying friends, bees are extremely vital for the preservation of our fragile ecosystem. In recognition of the importance of bees and their role in keeping our planet healthy, our favourite little honey-makers and super-important pollinators have a national day of recognition – World Bee Day. This year's World Bee Day falls on Friday May 20 and to celebrate, West Village is welcoming a bee-centric installation into its midst from acclaimed Australian visual-design masterminds Dead Puppet Society. On top of this, the precinct is hosting an un-bee-lievable selection of free activities throughout May. Here’s all of the buzz-worthy news … more

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Gather your family, friends and flame for these seriously fun science-filled days out
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Gather your family, friends and flame for these seriously fun science-filled days out

23 Feb 2022

Have you heard the word? World Science Festival Brisbane is returning to our splendid city from March 9–13 with a massive line-up of events that smartypants of all ages can enjoy. So whether you want to impress a potential flame, have a mate's date or you've got the kids in tow, here are three fun-filled World Science Festival itineraries that will blow your mind – and impress your nearest and dearest. more

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Say hello to APT10 Kids, the tot-friendly art haven where little ones can craft to their heart’s content
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Say hello to APT10 Kids, the tot-friendly art haven where little ones can craft to their heart’s content

20 Jan 2022

With school holidays extended, filling the days with fun activities that keep the little ones occupied can be a difficult task, to say the least. A summer-holiday savour has arrived in the form of APT10 Kids, QAGOMA’s newest colourful, art-filled playground. Sticking around until April 25, this awe-inspiring wonderland is filled with crackin' crafts, disco balls and unlimited entertainment. more

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Snaps with Santa and old-school variety shows – Christmas activities to take the kids to this festive season
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Snaps with Santa and old-school variety shows – Christmas activities to take the kids to this festive season

09 Dec 2021

School's (basically) out for summer! This means you probably need some ideas on how to entertain the kids and, because we're in the giving spirit, we're here to serve up some fun-filled Christmas events on a platter. From festive flicks to spectacular light shows and a bit of song and dance, here are some of the best kid-friendly Christmas events happening in Brisbane ... more

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Beachside beats and picnics in the woods – NOOSA alive! is delivering a world-class roster of entertainment
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Beachside beats and picnics in the woods – NOOSA alive! is delivering a world-class roster of entertainment

05 Jul 2021

There's no doubt that Noosa is one of Queensland's most dazzling destinations, so you really need no excuse to take a well-deserved trip there. Throw annual performing arts festival NOOSA alive! into the mix and now you have even more reason to fill your car with petrol, set the GPS and prepare to enjoy all that the scenic town has to offer. From July 15–24, this show-stopping festival will be taking over Noosa with must-see gigs, picnics in the woods, spine-tingling acts, fairy-tale-esque high teas and much, much more. Here's a small sampler of what's on offer ... more

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Peaks to Points Festival celebrates Brisbane's natural wonders
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Peaks to Points Festival celebrates Brisbane’s natural wonders

29 Jun 2021

Brisbane is brimming with natural beauty – from our river to our creek and everything green in between. If you and your brood consider yourselves curious outdoorsmen or amateur adventurers, then gear up and get ready to explore Brisbane's backyard at Peaks to Points Festival. Hiking into our city this July, the two-week celebration will spotlight the natural areas on the south side of the Brisbane River – from Flinders Peak in the west to the points of Moreton Bay – with more than 50 family-friendly events. more

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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

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Ancient animals and funky flora – five weird and wonderful reasons to visit Roma Street Parkland
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Ancient animals and funky flora – five weird and wonderful reasons to visit Roma Street Parkland

10 Sep 2020

Spring has sprung and the best place to take advantage of warmer weather, beautiful blooms and the season's huge calendar of events is none other than Brisbane's sub-tropical oasis, Roma Street Parkland. Nestled in the heart of Brisbane City, Roma Street Parkland has been offering botanical delights, rolling green hills, perfect picnic spots and so much more for nearly 20 years. You may think you've seen it all, but we have discovered some interesting (and a little bit quirky) facts that you probably didn't know about this iconic Brisbane landmark. Be on the lookout the next time you visit! more