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This Weekend May 14-16

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From mega cake shows, country & western fests, drumming & dance spectaculars and beach parades to new Greek restaurants & secret laneway bars, some of the top things to do this weekend in and around Brisbane:

WHAT'S ON
Drummer Queens
Drummer Queens, QPAC, Brisbane
DRUMMER QUEENS are coming to Brisbane live, loud and ready to rule from May 12 to 16 at QPAC
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International Cake Show Australia
International Cake Show Australia
The International Cake Show Australia is back bigger & better than ever for 3 massive, sweet-filled days of fun and hands-on
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Let's Do Lunch!
Dine BNE City is bringing back the excitement of weekday lunching in The City for just $25-$35
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Garden Golf Hole in One Competition
Garden Golf Hole in One Competition
It's the final of the fabulous Hole-In-One competition at Brisbane's newest mini golf course and you could be the winner
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Musical Theatre Gala
Musical Theatre Gala, Queensland Symphony Orchestra, QPAC
Move over Mozart, it's time for musicals to take centre stage when Queensland Symphony Orchestra perform in May
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Town & Country Weekend
Town & Country Regatta Hotel
Saddle up for the biggest country music takeover at the Regatta Hotel for one whole weekend!
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Finesse Burlesque
Finesse Burlesque
Finesse Burlesque is bringing a spectacular, world class cabaret show to La Boite Theatre for 2 shows only in May
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Lincoln Austin: The Space Between Us
Lincoln Austin: The Space Between Us
This intriguing exhibition showcases the exquisite geometry of Australian artist Lincoln Austin, at Ipswich Art Gallery
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Gold Coast Beach Parade
Gold Coast Beach Parade
Help save our beloved koala and set a world record at the inaugural GemLife Gold Coast Beach Parade on Sunday, May 16
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Bradley McCaw
Bradley McCaw Old Museum
Award-winning Aussie Singer/Songwriter, Bradley McCaw and his all-star band, will hit the stage at the Old Museum
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Buddha Birth Day Festival
Buddha Birth Day Festival
Queensland's biggest Buddha Birth Day celebration returns to the stunning Chung Tian Temple for 3 huge days of
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Bernard Ollis - Different Worlds
The artist himself will be in attendance at this weekend’s opening of his stunning new exhibition
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Cloudland The Musical
Cloudland the Musical QUT Gardens Theatre
For over 40 years, the iconic hilltop ballroom overlooked Brisbane and now it's being remembered with a musical
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Queendom Animalia
Queendom Animalia
An original and immersive free dance-theatre show for young audiences by Zen Zo Theatre Company
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MUST DO COMING UP
Sea to the City
Sea to the City 2022
Brisbane’s Bug and Oyster Trail is back again to celebrate fresh seafood against the spectacular backdrop of the Brisbane river
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Joel Creasey - Basic AF
One of Australia’s favourite comedians is bringing his charmingly controversial new show to Brisbane
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Swamp Juice
Swamp Juice, QPAC
Swamp Juice will have you journey to a swamp like no other to meet all sorts of incredible creatures
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LEAF 2023
LEAF - Logan Eco Action Festival 
Learn to make sustainable choices one LEAF at a time when Queensland’s largest sustainability festival returns in June
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Overnight Yoga Retreat
Sanctuary Cove Retreat
Clear your mind and soul at this 2-day Yoga Retreat held at the luxurious 5-star InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
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Open Studios Tour - Gordon Hookey & Richard Bell
Open Studios
Join leading Australian artists Gordon Hookey and Richard Bell for a morning at Yeronga Paint Factory
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Eddie Perfect: Introspective
Eddie Perfect: Introspective, QPAC, Brisbane
Eddie Perfect, the popular stage and screen star, is bringing his brand new, intimate show to QPAC on December 21
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Jekyll & Hyde
Jekyll & Hyde Brisbane Powerhouse
This madcap hysterical rendition of Jekyll & Hyde celebrates the darkness within us all
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Vintopia: Champagne Wars
Vintopia: Champagne Wars
Enlist for this ultra-sparkling edition of Vintopia when Champagne Wars comes to Cloudland on Friday, December 15
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WHAT WE LOVED THIS WEEK
Brisbane's Best Laneway Bars
Have a Brisbetter Day Out by exploring your own backyard and discovering the city's many hidden gems
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Take Time Out at Brisbane's Best Parks
Whether it’s a picture-perfect picnic spot, a great playground for the kids, or a new scooter track, Brisbane is a city of parks
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Espresso Max
Espresso Max UPSTAIRS at Toombul
An all-day cafe serving delicious breakfast and lunch with outstanding coffee and friendly service
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Victoria Park Driving Range
Victoria Park Driving Range
Victoria Park’s Driving Range is Brisbane’s biggest range - located just 2km from Brisbane’s CBD with stunning city views
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WHAT'S NEW
Smokey Moo
Smokey Moo Newstead
Smokey Moo dishes up delicious American-style meat, smoked low & slow to perfection; from ribs & brisket to beef cheeks
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Santorini Restaurant Grill Bar
Santorini Restaurant, Newstead
Take a trip to the famed Greek island at this authentic restaurant and bar tucked away in a Newstead side street
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Florals by Blush
Florals by Blush, Woolloongabba
This gorgeous flower and workshop studio specialises in creative, uniquely curated public & private floral workshops
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La Parrilla
La Parrilla North Ipswich
The authentic taste of South America has come to a corner of North Ipswich
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Riverside QUT InFusion Markets
Riverside QUT inFusion Markets
These boutique Sunday markets are an extension of the popular Riverside Markets in the City Botanic Gardens
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Run Army Brisbane City

Run Army

Lace-up those running shoes and mark your calendars
Apr 21
Rosie Batty

Rosie Batty in Conversation

Join 2015 Australian of the Year Rosie Batty in conversation
Apr 23
Brisbane Comedy Festival 2024

Brisbane Comedy Festival 2024

Brisbane's favourite funny festival is back!
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 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
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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
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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
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Opera Queensland
THIS WEEKEND

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Star Wars Experience

Westfield and Disney have just launched an amazing interactive Star Wars experience at Westfield Chermside for a limited time
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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
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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
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What's On in May 2024 around Brisbane
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