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Top Weekenders Mar 29-31

From virtual games bars to Italian cucinas, Japanese BBQ joints, new vintage bars, tram rides and river walks, here's 15+ ideas to make this weekend in Brisbane a top one:

WHAT'S ON
Following last year’s sell-out event, Brewed & Batched - Queenslander Edition returns to Treasury Brisbane this weekend
The renowned artist himself will be at the opening this Friday night and there'll also be an artist talk on Saturday
One Fish Two Fish is hosting seafood banquets with bottomless rose or beer on Sundays
Why are we obsessed with Identity? Join British journalist, commentator and best-selling author Kenan Malik
Take a peek inside the Red Hill Skate Arena before it becomes a movie theatre again as it was in 1920
Brisbane's only 1920's cinema in a vintage movie theatre is a Sunday matinee session this weekend
MUST DO COMING UP
Mission Discovery 5-Day Space and STEAM Program is a unique opportunity for ordinary kids to do something extraordinary
Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr Fox comes to life on stage this summer school holiday at QPAC from January 9 to 18
The musical genius returns to QPAC in November for an Unfunny Evening with Tim Minchin and his Piano
Don't miss Regatta Hotel's Good Friday Seafood Buffet offering the freshest seafood and much more for the family to enjoy
The Boy, The Bear, The Baron, The Bard comes to life on stage this Easter school holiday at the Brisbane Powerhouse

Celebrate Thai New Year in the Chinatown Mall with bathing of the Buddha image, traditional music, dances, workshops, roving acts, markets  and

WHAT'S NEW
A hidden gem of a slick Japanese restaurant tucked away on a service road in Underwood
The Grand on Stanley is an old world art deco bar in an historic Woolloongabba strip
iPONG is Australia's first interactive arcade bar offering digitised darts and electronic beer pong
Chermside Farmers Markets are the go-to for fresh farm produce, local seafood, live music, and artisan-made handicrafts
This super stylish Italian eatery specializes in pizza and pasta, featuring booth seating and modern artworks
Dunne & Dusted Coffee is a teeny cupboard-sized coffee shop in the bayside suburb of Brighton
WHAT WE LOVED THIS WEEK
Albion Antiques is Brisbane’s go-to for quality antique and mid-century furniture, estate jewellery, pottery, militia and more
RIVER WALKS
Those looking for a non-taxing stroll may enjoy the first 2 km return section of this semi-shaded walk along the river
This highly varied inner city walking circuit of around 5km takes in old quarries, mangrove boardwalks, river parks, botanic gardens, bridges and the Riverside strip of bars and eateries.
KIDS
A multi-sensory experience combining storytelling, music and visual arts in fun, play-based activities for 0-5 year-olds.
Some of SEQ's best water parks and aquativity playgrounds for kids to keep cool in summer
This fascinating outdoor museum is where you can ride restored Brisbane trams

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Join 2015 Australian of the Year Rosie Batty in conversation
Brisbane's favourite funny festival is back!
Sip, Savour & Soirée is a fabulous long brunch event
Experience the magnificent stage show spectacular
Lace up your shoes, put on your active wear, and bring the kids along
Witness Alice Cooper, Blondie and more live on stage
See the terrifying original live on stage at QPAC
Capture Brisbane in its best light!
Brisbane's biggest & best ladies shoe sale is back!
EDITOR'S PICK

Black Box

The new, must-see, musical based on the extraordinary true story of David Warren, the Australian inventor who created the black box flight recorder
Black Box
MUST DO

BEL CANTO FESTIVAL

Superstar soprano Jessica Pratt will open and close Opera Queensland's new week-long festival of beloved Italian operas
Opera Queensland
THIS WEEKEND

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This Weekend Apr 19-21
THE GUIDE

Mother's Day 2024

Some of the best places to take Mum this Mother's Day, from elegant high teas, treetop buffets, yum-cha, and more:
Mother's Day Guide 2024
FREE

Star Wars Experience

Westfield and Disney have just launched an amazing interactive Star Wars experience at Westfield Chermside for a limited time
Star Wars Experience
HOT TICKET

Audra McDonald

Don't miss Broadway legend, television and film star, Audra McDonald, when she performs at QPAC for one-night-only
Audra McDonald
COMING UP

What's on in May in & around Brisbane

From mega comedy, cheese and writers festivals to Dawn French, Tom Gleeson and Geoffrey Robertson live, some of the top things to do in May
What's On in May 2024 around Brisbane
Britain’s second longest running play comes to QPAC!
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