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This Weekend Dec 3-5

From Van Gogh, Santa's Emporium, Christmas markets and QAGOMA's summer blockbuster art exhibition to Brisbane's first rooftop brewpub and Marvel-themed bar, the top things to do around Brisbane this weekend:

WHAT'S ON
Van Gogh Alive
Van Gogh Alive, Brisbane
The most visited multi-sensory art experience in the world is now showing in Brisbane until January 23
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APT10
Immerse yourself in the most compelling new artwork being produced across Asia, the Pacific and Australia
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Christmas on Queen
Christmas on Queen
Take a moment between Christmas shopping and catch-ups to enjoy some joyful live entertainment in Queen Street Mall this silly season!
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A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol, QPAC
Catch all the magic of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol when the classic tale returns to QPAC this festive season
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Cirque Bon Bon
Cirque Bon Bon
Cirque Bon Bon is guaranteed to entertain with mind-bending contortion, aerial artistry & death-defying feats of acrobatics
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Santa's Christmas Emporium
Santa's Christmas Emporium
A magical festive wonderland for the whole family, full of fantasy, thrills and more, all under one roof
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Stanthorpe Music & Arts Festival
Stanthorpe Music and Arts Festival
Stanthorpe Music & Arts Festival is an explosion of live music, visual art and performances in the beautiful Granite Belt
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The Finders Keepers
Finders Keepers, Brisbane
The Finders Keepers returns to Brisbane in December with a one-day Pop-Up Market, just in time for Christmas shopping
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Queensland Symphony Orchestra will celebrate its 75 anniversary with a breathtaking musical journey in 2022
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QAGOMA Christmas Design Market
QAGOMA Christmas Design Market
A fantastic showcase of Brisbane’s best local independent makers and their handmade goods
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Christmas Portrait Pop-Up
Hotel X, Fortitude Valley
Hotel X in the Valley  is spreading the holiday cheer with a complimentary Christmas Portrait Pop-Up this Saturday
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Dreamworld Fun Run
Dreamworld Fun Run
Run like the wind through exciting attractions in Dreamworld's upcoming fun run
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The Home Collective
The Home Collective, Christmas Twilight Market
A festive artisan market for the home and garden lover, perfectly timed for your Christmas shopping
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A Midnight Visit
A Midnight Visit
Enjoy a 15% discount on tickets for your next midnight visit when you use the code MUSTDOMIDNIGHT
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Built For Speed
Built for Speed, Ipswich Art Gallery
Built for Speed is a thrilling and dynamic interactive exhibition that is a must visit for LEGO fans of all ages
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MUST DO COMING UP
Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols
Lord Mayor's Christmas Carols
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas with the return of the much-loved Christmas Carols taking to Brisbane Riverstage
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Christmas in Storyland
The fairytale tradition of Christmas in Storyland was a Brisbane City Hall institution from the 1930s through to the mid 90s
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A Very Naughty Christmas
A Very Naughty Christmas
Brisbane's favourite adults-only Christmas comedy is back - and this year, the Christmas tree won’t be the only thing getting lit!
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Die Hard: The Movie, The Play
Die Hard The Movie The Play
Experience the iconic movie as an immersive live theatre event this festive season at Brisbane Powerhouse
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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 Wider Earth
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The award-winning drama tells the story of the rebellious young Charles Darwin, live on the Princess Theatre stage
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Ballet International Gala
Witness classical ballet at its best as the world's most renowned artists perform some of ballets most iconic repertoires
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The Kaye Hole
The Kaye Hole Brisbane
Get ready for a fantastic night of filthy frivolity, hosted by cabaret icon Reuben Kaye, coming to QPAC this summer
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360 Allstars
360 Allstars, QPAC
The worldwide smash hit, 360 ALLSTARS, is coming to QPAC for the January school holidays, from January 5
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Redlands Coast Collective Markets
Redlands Coast Collective Markets
A boutique market selling arts & crafts, handmade items, vintage & pre-loved clothes, toys and household items
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NYE Gala 2022
Victoria Park, NYE Gala
Victoria Park’s annual New Year's Eve cocktail party promises a night of opulence and extravagance
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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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NYE Speakeasy
NYE Speakeasy Princess Theatre
Step through The Princess Theatre's hidden speakeasy doors and into the dazzling world of the golden jazz era
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The Wickham NYE Prom
The Wickham NYE Prom
Bring in the New Year at The Wickham's NYE Prom with epic entertainment, balloon drops, and much more
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Friday's NYE 2022
Friday's New Year's Eve
Friday's Riverside is hosting a epic NYE party with live music, DJs and one of the best views of the fireworks in the city
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NYE Party on the Promenade
NYE Pav Bar
Farewell 2021 with a front row seat to the fireworks at the fabulous NYE Party on the Promenade
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The Crown NYE
The Crown, Lutwyche
Ring in the new year with friends at The Crown Hotel Lutwyche
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Iron Improvisor XVII

Fans of “Thank God You’re Here” and “Whose Line is It Anyway?” should not miss this ultimate theatresport showdown!

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Robert Forster
Robert Forster

Solo and acoustic, Robert Forster (ex The Go-Betweens) performs a tailor-made setlist of songs from 1978 to 2021 at Brisbane Powerhouse on January 22 at 7.30pm

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WHAT WE LOVED THIS WEEK
Fox & Hounds Country Inn
For a traditional English pub experience without the long-haul flight, the Fox & Hounds Country Inn is a must-visit
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WHAT'S NEW
Finn McCool's
Finn McCool's Fortitude Valley
Finn McCool's is an ambient Irish pub that mixes the best of Irish tradition with inner city cool and plenty of craic
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Stage School Australia
Stage School Australia
Stage School Australia is touring these school holidays with free entertainment for the whole family, from Sep 27
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The Golf Bunker
The Golf Bunker, Hamilton
The Golf Bunker is the only 24-hour golf facility in Brisbane, with 5 state of the art TrackMan Golf Simulator bays
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Sunny Side
Sunny Side, Windsor
A unique gourmet sandwich shop that takes freshly made sandwiches with classic flavours to the next level
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1st Edition
1st Edition Fortitude Valley
A pocket-sized Marvel comic-book inspired bar hidden away off California Lane
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Valley Hops Brewing
Valley Hops Brewing Fortitude Valley
A gorgeous garden rooftop bar and brewpub perched on top of Fortitude Valley's most glamorous bar
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Aji
Aji Cafe Kitchen Bar Teneriffe
A convivial cafe, bar and kitchen serving outstanding Pan Asian cuisine and cocktails
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Andonis Cafe Bar
Andonis Cafe Bar brings its renowned Insta-worthy dishes to Fortitude Valley
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Pandemonium 2024 Eatons Hill Hotel

Pandemonium 2024

Witness Alice Cooper, Blondie and more live on stage
Apr 28
The Woman in Black, QPAC

The Woman In Black

See the terrifying original live on stage at QPAC
Apr 30-May 11

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards

Capture Brisbane in its best light!
May 1-Jun 7

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
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
Planes, Trains & Autos City of Ipswich

Planes, Trains And Autos

An adrenaline-charged festival of all things aviation, rail & auto
May 4-6

Sky Racing Guineas Day

Enjoy a great day out at the races with friends, fine food and more
May 4
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