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This Weekend Feb 14-16

From Star Wars in concert and Valentines in the Lanes to new Hawaiian dive bars, tiny laneway tapas bars and European deli cafes, the top things to do around Brisbane this weekend:

What's On

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

Queensland Symphony Orchestra accompanies a screening of Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi in a spectacular show

The ultimate line-up of Galentine’s and Valentine’s Day festivities is coming to Fortitude Valley's laneways

Join Patricia Ward Kelly for a fascinating look at the life of her late husband, the legendary Gene Kelly

Next time you’re looking for an unforgettable free day out for the whole family, look no further than Queensland Museum

This uplifting, unflinching and deeply personal work features seven local storytellers from across different generations

Must Do Coming Up

Girls Day Out

The ultimate Girls Day Out returns to Eagle Farm Racecourse on Saturday for a glamorous day out at the races

Join some of Australia's funniest female comedians for an afternoon of laughs at Brisbane Powerhouse

Kids can get a laugh out of The Brisbane Comedy Festival too with this fantastic family program

Tattersall’s Hit105 RNB Race Day is returning to Doomben Racecourse for a day of non-stop racing and brilliant beats

Starring one of Australia’s finest actors and presenters, Mother tells the story of Christie, a homeless woman

Visit Vivaldi’s Venice with internationally-celebrated French harpist Xavier de Maistre when he returns to QPAC

What's New

The Sound Garden

The Sound Garden is a stunning, mammoth 2-storey atrium bar in the heart of Fortitude Valley

It's Jam night on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday nights of the month at this Valley dive bar

X-Golf Enoggera provides the ultimate indoor golf and entertainment experience for players of all levels & all ages

Poco is a pocket-sized laneway tapas bar at the entrance to California Lane

Kiss of Life is a quirky and unique coffee lounge owned by a couple of musos who perform live

All About Cakes is a must-visit destination for all those wanting to make a cake, decorate one, or simply just eat it

Gastronome European Deli and Café is a cross between a café and mini European supermarket

Banshees Bar & Artspace is a cool alternative bar where you can see art, have a drink and listen to live music

What We Loved This Week

Best Budget Dining in City of Logan

Logan is a hotspot for great budget dining, with traditonal eats from around the world

KIDS

Jarjum Stories

Jarjum Stories is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children’s books and storytelling

Brisbane Comedy Festival 2024

Brisbane's favourite funny festival is back!

Apr 26-May 26

Ten Funniest Shows at Brisbane Comedy Festival

Australia's funniest comedians are set to descend on Brisbane

Apr 26-May 26

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast

Sip, Savour & Soirée

Sip, Savour & Soirée is a fabulous long brunch event

Apr 27

Circus Fun House

Experience the magnificent stage show spectacular

From Apr 27

Be Awesome for Autism

Lace up your shoes, put on your active wear, and bring the kids along

Apr 28

Pandemonium 2024

Witness Alice Cooper, Blondie and more live on stage

Apr 28

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

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

Top Things to Do Apr 19-21

From sunset cinema, opera festival and Star Wars experience to a fun new golf bar and a Harry Potter-inspired cafe, the top things to do this weekend

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

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This Weekend Feb 14-16

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Black Box

BEL CANTO FESTIVAL

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Mother's Day 2024

Star Wars Experience

Audra McDonald

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