This week of wild weather has us tempted to stay cosy indoors, but there’s so much happening this weekend that it’s worth braving the elements for some fun adventures! From Gold Coast Open House and cocktail trails to vegan markets and sausage festivals, the Gold Coast is teeming with things to see and do from Thursday October 10 to Sunday October 13. more
The Gold Coast is home to a stellar line-up of restaurants, distilleries and provisioners and Burleigh Heads’ new festival is set to showcase just that. Happy Days Food and Wine Festival kicks off for the first time this October, with a rich tapestry of local and national talent coming together for four days of festivities. Backdropped by Burleigh's world-class beach, the new festival will be a celebration of all this fine city has to offer. more
The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is set to spring back into bloom in September for its 75th outing. For four efflorescent weeks, from September 13 to October 7, the Toowoomba region will come alive with a flotilla of exciting events and activities celebrating the fabulous local flora, food and festive spirit. To help you harvest a heaping helping of good times, we’ve put together some of our top picks from this bewitching botanical bonanza. more
As Brisbane Festival returns the whole city is set to light up with arts, events and performances crammed into every corner and cranny. The heart of the festivities however, will be the Festival Garden. Setting up shop in South Bank for 20 days and nights in September, this inner-city playground will be abuzz day and night with food, wine, installations and roving live performances. Read on to hear what’s waiting in the garden for you … more
Brisbane Festival returns to once again push the envelope with a slew of genre-bending exhibitions, performances and experiences. For another year, the festival will let Brisbane’s kaleidoscopic personality take centre stage and celebrate our diverse cultural scene. From immersive theatre to floating burlesque and prolific dance performances, this year’s festival has curated a world-class program of events that's set to challenge, excite and ignite. Keep reading to find out our picks of this year’s most weird and wonderful events … more
For us lit lovers, Byron Writers Festival is like a mega music festival, but here, writers are the rock stars. Nestled in the picturesque hinterland town of Bangalow, the festival offers a unique opportunity to not only see our literary idols but to mingle with them. With an action-packed line-up of authors, book launches, workshops, panels and kid-friendly fun, there’s bound to be an event that suits every book worm ... more
With the sun rising a little earlier, giving us just a few extra minutes each day, we can tell that spring is just around the corner! So you can get in the spirit, we have hand-picked a fun selection of events happening across the Gold Coast to see you into the warmer months! Helping you get there is the always handy G:link, which operates across 19 stops from Helensvale down to Broadbeach South. more
BIGSOUND returns from September 3–6 to Fortitude Valley, transforming the inner-city enclave into an epicentre of Australian music. This year, the festival has snagged a stacked line-up of industry heavyweights and rising talent from Alex the Astronaut and tiffi to Dear Seattle and Sly Withers. We’ve handpicked five artists to add to your playlist before they hit the stages at BIGSOUND. Trust us, these artists are not to be missed, so keep reading for all of the details … more
While Melbourne and Sydney have long been regarded as Australia's culinary capitals, in recent years, the Tweed region has emerged as a seriously a hot contender for the coveted crown. Increasingly attracting the keen eye of top-tier talent from around the country thanks to its bounty of locally grown produce and rich, fertile growing conditions, there's a quiet renaissance underway that has spurred some exceptional new eateries that are pioneering a more sustainable approach to eating. Designed to shine a spotlight on some of the area's key players is a brand-new foodie festival called Savour The Tweed, which will take over towns from October 30 to November 3. Whether you're keen to wine and dine, settle into a yarning circle, learn about regenerative farming practices, or all of the above, the line-up is guaranteed to please ... more
Come August 30, the city will once again ring in the start of this year’s Brisbane Festival with an electric line-up of events from music acts and theatre premieres to fashion celebrations. This year, the festival has snagged riotous runway show Fashion Freak Show from the legendary Jean Paul Gautier, alongside an ethereal exhibition from local talent Grace Lillian Lee, collaborative fashion installations and more. Keep reading for all of the chic details. more
We’re impatiently counting down the days until The Curated Plate kicks off on July 26. The epicurean extravaganza celebrates all things culinary and turns a spotlight on the Sunshine Coast’s exquisite local produce and producers. With The Curated Plate 2024 promising to be the festival’s most ambitious outing yet, it’s an absolute must-not-miss. But with over 90 delicious events packed into ten days, you might be feeling the FOMO or paralysed by some serious choice anxiety. Fear not; we’ve put together our top ten picks from the prolific program to help get you started on planning your perfect plate experience… more
It’s set to be a blooming good time as the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers returns for another year of fabulous floriferous festivities from September 13 to October 7. Tickets are on sale now for four petal-filled weeks of efflorescent events and activities, local food and drink and a whole flotilla of enchanting flora. Read on to hear some of our highlights ... more
Ability Fest just unveiled its 2024 program and the inclusive festival has once again scored a jam-packed line-up of local talent. This year, Ability Fest is slated to make its Queensland debut on October 26 at Victoria Park – bringing with it the likes of Ocean Alley, Cub Sport, Middle Kids, King Stingray and more. Designed to bring people of all abilities together, Ability Fest is coming to diversify Brisbane’s festival calendar with an event that’s open to all. more
Love beer, cider and all things boozy and bubbly? This next piece of news is for you – Crafted Beer Festival is back for another year, and you can take your pick from 400 delectable drops from more than 50 of the nation's best craft breweries, cideries and seltzer makers. The 2024 edition is raising the bar to be frothier than ever, taking over Kurrawa Park in Broadbeach on September 14. Here's a taste of what's on offer ... more
The arts scene on the Gold Coast has seen unprecedented growth in the last few years, and one could argue that our annual arts festival BLEACH* has had a lot to do with it. Coming into its 13th year, BLEACH* has reached peak teenager status, and is more determined than ever to make its mark on a national and global scale. With over 400 artists, 30 shows, 110 performances, 18 Queensland premieres and eight world premieres, you'll want to block out your calendar from August 1–11, because you’re not going to want to miss a minute of the fun. more
You might find it hard to believe, but there was once a time when the Gold Coast was considered void of culture. Crazy, right?! Thankfully, the times have changed, perceptions have been challenged and the Gold Coast is continuing to thrive, attracting events from all around the world. After a triumphant debut in 2022, BIG CITY LIGHTS* – an immersive festival that brings together light, design, installation and live performance – is making a comeback. Here's everything you need to know ... more
Australia’s biggest craft-beer festival is returning to Brisbane on Saturday June 14 and 15, treating our frothy friends to the best and most innovative brews from around the world. GABS will once again be transforming Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre into its self-proclaimed Disneyland of beer. Here’s what you need to know … 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
From May 17 to 26, the heroed home of produce, eateries and arts is hosting Caper Byron Bay Food & Culture Festival for another year. Curated by legendary chef Louis Tikaram (Stanley, Longrain), the ten-day event is toasting to Byron’s colourful community, creatives and cuisine with a delicious lineup full of foodie affairs, plus plenty more. Here’s what you need to know … more
Book lovers and storytellers rejoice! The city’s very own writers festival is heading to town this month with an action-packed line-up of authors, book launches, workshops, panels and free, family-friendly community events set to take over the Gold Coast. Read on for our top picks to bury your nose in. more
