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This Weekend Dec 13-15

Christmas Lights Government House

From Christmas lights at Government House, The Nutcracker and museum Xmas markets to new Italian Riviera rooftop bars, hot new laneway breakfast spot and cool new cafes, the best things to do this weekend in and around Brisbane:

Water
Water, GOMA
Water is this summer's must-see major themed exhibition showing at Gallery of Modern Art until April 26
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Christmas Lights
Christmas Lights Government House
Christmas Lights are back at Government House this year in a spectacular display and it's open to the public
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The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker, QPAC
Queensland Ballet's The Nutcracker returns to Brisbane this festive season set to open at QPAC on December 13
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Designer Rugs Summer Sale
Designer Rugs Summer Sale
Don’t miss your chance to save up to 50% off a massive range of handmade rugs when Designer Rugs throws its biggest ever summer sale
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Wreath-Making Workshop
Wreath-Making Workshop, Arndale Shopping Centre
Get into the festive spirit this Saturday, Dec 14 with a Wreath-Making Workshop at Arndale Shopping Centre
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Bush Mechanics: The Exhibition
Bush Mechanics WRM
Bush Mechanics: The Exhibition, based on the ABC TV series, showcases the ingenuity of outback mechanics
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Museum Twilight Markets
Museum Twilight Markets
Enjoy a night of food trucks, stalls of quality handmade wares, drinks, live music and craft workshops to the historic
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Jon Molvig: Maverick
John Molvig: A Rhythm of Horses
Shining a light on the work of an acclaimed Australian artist & teacher and his immense impact on Brisbane’s cultural landscape
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MUST DO COMING UP
Wolfgang's Magical Musical Circus by Circa
Wolfgang's Magical Musical Circus
The thrill of the circus meets the mayhem of Mozart in this highly entertaining show designed for ages 3 and upwards
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Unwrap Joy at Brisbane Quarter
Christmas in the Quarter
Brisbane Quarter is turning festive in December with a nightly LED show, live choir and free gelato*
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NYE Circus Gala
Regatta Hotel, New Year's Eve
Celebrate the New Year in style at Regatta Hotel’s Circus Gala including an exclusive fireworks display on the river
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Stick By Me
Stick By Me, QPAC
Stick By Me is a delightful, must-see show for young children coming to QPAC this summer school holiday
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NYE 2022 Prohibition
Darling & Co
Rewind to a time of the forbidden and indulge in bootleg beverages, divine canapes & more to ring in the New Year
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Summer Holiday Program
Summer Holiday Program MoB
Spark your child’s curiosity and creativity at one of the hands-on art and design workshops on offer at Museum of Brisbane
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Circa's Peepshow
Circa's Peepshow, QPAC
See the world from the other side of the mirror at this captivating circus show that turns cabaret on its head
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WHAT'S NEW
Tetto Rooftop Bar
Tetto Rooftop Bar Everton park
Tetto is a cool Italian Riviera inspired rooftop bar perched atop the revamped Everton Plaza
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Garden Golf Putt Putt
Garden Golf Putt Putt
St Lucia's gorgeous Garden Golf Putt Putt is perfect for all ages, yet will challenge even the most dedicated golfers
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Froth on Brunswick
Froth Fortitude Valley
A breezy, open cafe with a nourishing and creative menu, this laneway gem is the perfect place for breakfast, lunch, or coffee
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Collies & Co
Collies & Co
Collies and Co is an outdoor, dog friendly cafe with cute puppies to cuddle
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One Eighty Six Espresso Bar
One Eighty Six Espresso Bar, Red Hill
One Eighty Six Espresso Bar is a beautiful, character-filled coffee nook in Red Hill serving locally-roasted coffee
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Cafe Vinyet
Cafe Vinyet Alderley
Cafe Vinyet is a charming cafe residing in a classic Alderley corner store that is super dog-friendly
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Blue on Petrie
Blue on Petrie
A cute breakfast and lunch spot on Petrie Terrace, perfect for coffee and home-style food
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Ascot Park
Ascot Park
This colourful playground and heritage parkland features a 1930s bandstand rotunda with adjacent BBQ facilities
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Wilde Kitchen
Wilde Kitchen Ascot
This light-filled, health conscious cafe serves 100% gluten free, paleo-inspired meals
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Afghani Cuisine Restaurant
Afghani Cuisine Restaurant Slacks Creek
Afghani Cuisine Restaurant brings a taste of Kabul to Slacks Creek with a mouth-watering menu of Afghan fare
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Allora
Allora Newmarket
Serving up fresh, artisan gelato with a variety of creative flavours, Allora is a gelato lover's heaven
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@Beans
@Beans, Springwood
@Beans Cafe is a welcome respite from shopping situated in the centre of Arndale Shopping Centre in Springwood
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WHAT WE LOVED THIS WEEK
KIDS
Room on the Broom
Room on the Broom
Adapted from the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler, this show will enchant young audiences
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The Midnight Gang
The Midnight Gang QUT Gardens Theatre
David Walliams' bestselling book The Midnight Gang comes to life on stage at QUT Gardens Theatre
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Haigslea Ewe Nique Hobby Farm
Haigslea Ewe Nique Hobby Farm
Haigslea Ewe Nique Hobby Farm is a unique day out experience for families
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

West End Shoe Sale

Brisbane's biggest & best ladies shoe sale is back!
May 1-3
Mexican Fiesta Month

Mexican Fiesta Month

Terraces Restaurant brings the vibrant flavours of Mexico to the Gold Coast
May 1-31

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards

Capture Brisbane in its best light!
May 1-Jun 7
Buddha Birth Day Festival

Buddha Birth Day Festival

Brisbane’s iconic Buddha Birth Day Festival is back!
May 3-5
Mad Science at QAGOMA

Mad Science

Ghastly creations, evil schemes and experiments gone wrong
May 3-Jun 23

Sky Racing Guineas Day

Enjoy a great day out at the races with friends, fine food and more
May 4
Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs Brisbane

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs

What better way is there to enjoy a free movie than under the stars
Until May 4
Planes, Trains & Autos City of Ipswich

Planes, Trains And Autos

An adrenaline-charged festival of all things aviation, rail & auto
May 4-6
Geoffrey Robertson KC - How do we Fix a Turbulent World?

Geoffrey Robertson KC

Join Geoffrey Robertson KC, one of the world's great legal minds
May 9
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Be Awesome for Autism

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Mother's Day Dining

Celebrate Mother's Day at one of these top restaurants, open from 11am 'til late for a la carte dining
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THE GUIDE

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Some of the best places to take Mum this Mother's Day, from elegant high teas, treetop buffets, yum-cha, and more
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BRISBANE COMEDY FESTIVAL

Ten Funniest Acts

You've seen them on the small screen and social media, now here are 10 of the funniest shows to see at this year's festival
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COMING UP

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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
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HOT TICKET

Audra McDonald

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

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs

Get out the picnic blanket and gather friends and family for a fabulous free night out under the stars
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Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
Britain’s second longest running play comes to QPAC!
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