Food
Night Feast, Brisbane's creative culinary extravaganza, returns to Brisbane Powerhouse for its spring edition
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Night Feast, Brisbane’s creative culinary extravaganza, returns to Brisbane Powerhouse for its spring edition

07 Sep 2023

Those who missed out on the mecca of mouth-watering morsels that graced Brisbane Powerhouse earlier this year, don't fret, as Night Feast is returning for another salivation-worthy spectacular that is sure to put a spring in your step. Bringing together Brisbane's leading chefs for a month of festive feasting, this gastronomic playground will take food lovers on the ultimate immersive creative and culinary adventure. Keep reading for all of the drool-worthy details ... more

Brisbane Festival
Witness a playful parade of fluorescent flamingos as they light up West Village this September
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Witness a playful parade of fluorescent flamingos as they light up West Village this September

06 Sep 2023

If Lightscape is anything to go by, this year's Brisbane Festival is full of fluorescent fun. Another event that is lighting up Brisbane's community spaces involves everyone's favourite brightly-coloured bird. Across four nights in September, a playful parade of full-size flamingos will bring some flare to West Village, for an outrageous outdoor performance from Dead Puppet Society. more

Food
Dine under the Northern Lights on the lawns of HOTA’s Outdoor Stage at the Lux De La Luna Dinner
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Dine under the Northern Lights on the lawns of HOTA’s Outdoor Stage at the Lux De La Luna Dinner

06 Sep 2023

If seeing the Northern Lights is on your bucket list but you can't afford the pricey plane fare to Norway, HOTA is hosting the next best thing – the Lux De La Luna Dinner. Taking over HOTA's Outdoor Stage on Saturday October 7, this enchanting evening under the stars will see stargazers embark on a long-table journey inspired by light, colour and the breathtaking Scandinavian skies. more

Kids
Level up the school-holiday fun at Paradise Centre this September
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Level up the school-holiday fun at Paradise Centre this September

06 Sep 2023

The September school holidays are just around the corner, and if that's not a sign that the year is flying by, we don't know what is. If you need some ideas quick-sticks on how to keep the kids entertained, Paradise Centre has your back. Boasting the world's largest Timezone, virtual-reality experiences, escape rooms and even axe throwing, there's plenty for youngsters to enjoy at this family-friendly locale. Continue reading to discover what else is on offer over the upcoming school holidays ... more

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Food trucks, tunes, trinkets and treats – step into spring with Distillery Road Market's line-up of September events
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Food trucks, tunes, trinkets and treats – step into spring with Distillery Road Market’s line-up of September events

05 Sep 2023

As spring rolls around and the weather starts to warm, us Queenslanders take on a different personality. Our social calendars fill up and the need to make up for winter nights spent inside kicks in. Be sure to clear your diary on September 16 and 30, as Distillery Road Market (DRM) is once again bringing a loaded line-up of piping-hot events. From food-truck feasts and terrific tunes to artisan goods and fresh seasonal produce, DRM has something for every market-goer. more

Love and transition – experience the limitless potential of Queer imagination at The Making of Pinocchio
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Love and transition – experience the limitless potential of Queer imagination at The Making of Pinocchio

31 Aug 2023

Known for his long nose that grows when he tells a lie, Pinocchio was first introduced to us in the pages of children’s books, but his story has since been adapted for many other media forms. The newest re-imagination of his story is making its Australian premiere at this year’s Brisbane Festival, exploring the themes of love and transition told through the eyes of the iconic wooden puppet, who dreams of being a 'real boy'. more

Drink
Beats, bites and bottomless booze await at Corbett & Claude's Sunday Sessions in the Laneway
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Beats, bites and bottomless booze await at Corbett & Claude’s Sunday Sessions in the Laneway

30 Aug 2023

Ah Sunday, we have mixed feelings about you. Despite being a day off, it also marks the final day of our favourite time of the week (the weekend), and notifies us that we have work tomorrow. If you, like us, experience a serious case of the Sunday scaries, we suggest you listen up to the following news. Our good friends over at Brisbane City's Corbett & Claude are fighting our Sunday blues with a new event boasting endless tunes, Italian treats and bottomless booze – what's not to love! Continue reading for all of the delightful details ... more

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Ears to the pavement – discover the stories and secrets of Brisbane at this immersive audio experience taking over West End
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Ears to the pavement – discover the stories and secrets of Brisbane at this immersive audio experience taking over West End

29 Aug 2023

Have you ever wanted to discover the secrets and stories that live in our streets, buildings and laneways? Well now you can unearth the creativity and connection that existed in West End's history at Metro Arts' newest immersive experience, Whisper Walk. Strap on your comfiest sneakers and delve into the hidden stories of individuals, and the tales that constitute the unique setting of what is now the culture-soaked lifestyle, entertainment and dining destination, West Village. Keen to learn more? Keep reading for all of the details ... more

Brisbane Festival
Trailblazing dance-theatre works, shark dives and magical melodies – check out these Brisbane Festival events happening at Northshore Brisbane
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Trailblazing dance-theatre works, shark dives and magical melodies – check out these Brisbane Festival events happening at Northshore Brisbane

29 Aug 2023

In case you haven't heard, Brisbane Festival is taking over the city with 23 jam-packed days of thrilling entertainment and hot-as-heck hijinks from September 1–23. One of the festival hubs is at found at Northshore, Brisbane's home of immersive experiences. It's here where you can catch a world-premiere dance-theatre work, be immersed in a choose-your-own shark dive adventure and be serenaded by the sweet sounds of Brisbane's finest talents. Want to know more? Keep reading curious creatures ... more

Theatre
Immerse yourself in a tale of consent and relationships at La Boite’s newest teenage-centric production YES YES YES
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Immerse yourself in a tale of consent and relationships at La Boite’s newest teenage-centric production YES YES YES

28 Aug 2023

For the past 98 years, La Boite Theatre has been a melting pot of creativity, supporting thought-provoking conversations, broadening horizons, stirring emotions and igniting imaginations. The icon's newest contemporary-theatre piece YES YES YES, continues to do just that, putting issues young people face in the spotlight and highlighting the importance of the word yes. more

Food
Drink to Dad – Father's Day feasts that will have your old man beaming
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Drink to Dad – Father’s Day feasts that will have your old man beaming

24 Aug 2023

Dads, we love them, but each year when Father’s Day rolls around us kids are faced with the same issue. What to get the guy who is notoriously tough to buy for. If your paternal figure has 'everything he needs’, we implore you to ditch the usual socks-and-jocks combo and treat Dad to a feast he won’t forget. To help you out, we’ve rounded up some of the best places in Brisbane that are hosting special Father’s Day events. more

Exhibitions
Forward-thinking and fearless – MELT Festival unveils the program for its 2023 edition
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Forward-thinking and fearless – MELT Festival unveils the program for its 2023 edition

23 Aug 2023

MELT Festival, the cutting-edge celebration of queer art, artists and ideas, has just unveiled its jam-packed 2023 program. Encapsulating the diversity of the queer community and sheer depth of talent across dance floors, book pages, gallery spaces and theatre stages, MELT is delivering one of the most comprehensive showcases of LGBTQIA+ culture to date. It's taking place at Brisbane Powerhouse from November 11–26 – here's what you can expect ... more

Exhibitions
Be immersed in three decades of art-making from a sisterhood of artists across the Pacific at QAGOMA's newest exhibition, sis
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Be immersed in three decades of art-making from a sisterhood of artists across the Pacific at QAGOMA’s newest exhibition, sis

23 Aug 2023

One of our favourite ways to spend our free time is meandering through an art gallery, and there's no better place to do that than at QAGOMA. sis is the newest enriching exhibition to grace the gallery, and it's now rocketed to the top of our weekend to-do list. Celebrating and investigating three decades of female art-making from across Oceania, this spectacular showcase includes everything from textiles and ceramics to sculpture and performance. Keep reading for all of the details ... more

Music
Learn to spin beats like a pro at this beachside DJ Skool
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Learn to spin beats like a pro at this beachside DJ Skool

22 Aug 2023

To welcome in the new season, beachside music festival SPRINGTIME is returning from September 1-3 to Surfers Paradise. Music lovers will be happy to hear that the music, arts, entertainment and skateboarding festival is not only all-ages but also free. So you can get in the festival mood, Paradise Centre is hosting DJ Skool workshops across the weekend, where you can learn to spin the decks and start to mix like a pro. Here are the juicy deets ... more

Drink
One night only – HOTA is celebrating a century of Australian art and culture at Archie 100: Up Late
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One night only – HOTA is celebrating a century of Australian art and culture at Archie 100: Up Late

17 Aug 2023

HOTA Gallery’s newest exhibition, Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize, is the bucket-list-worthy activity for Gold Coast adventurers at the moment. To celebrate the eye-catching exhibition, HOTA Gallery has just announced that it will be opening up a little later than usual this September for its newest instalment of Up Late. Night owls and curious culture seekers can expect tasty treats, terrific tunes and interactive workshops. It’s a history hit with a cheeky twist! more