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This Weekend May 7-9

From time travel cafes, stunning light exhibitions in the Botanic Gardens & ghost tours to dog-friendly picnic boats & brewery cruises, some of the top things to do this weekend around Brisbane:

WHAT'S ON
A string of renowned artists are bringing their dazzling art installations to life after dark at the City Botanic Gardens
Brisbane Art Design (BAD) 2023 is making a comeback, promising to bring bold, daring art and design to the city
Queensland Theatre is inviting audiences to an Italian film set for its highly anticipated season of Taming of the Shrew
Enjoy a cultural night out at City Botanic Gardens with food trucks, a pop-up bar and guided art walk
Discover Brisbane and Ipswich's dark history with mainland Australia's longest running Ghost and Crime Tours
Art and opera combine when the Underground Opera Company returns to Spring Hill Reservoir in May with Operarté
A Midnight in Paris meets Doctor Who in this highly entertaining, time-travelling, immersive theatre experience
Experience a live art remix as a group of artists test their creative agility this May at Museum of Brisbane
Brisbane's biggest and best ladies shoe sale is back for 3 days only, with 3,000+ pairs priced from just $20
Join Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli on the Playhouse stage for this theatrical adaption of the Emmy® award-winning children's television series
Families can take a guided night-time adventure and discover a hidden world of sculpture and installation
Making the most of the warm Autumn days and nights, this relaxed and dreamy bohemian inspired pop-up is this season’s must-do social setting
Unleash your inner scientist at SparkLab, Queensland Museum, with 40 interactive exhibits across 3 fun-filled zones
UM Australia is a three-day, endurance race which starts & finishes at iconic Noosa Heads
Celebrate this Mother's Day weekend at Arty Mavens IMAGINE Art Exhibition at Richard Randall Art Studio
Explore more at Gold Coast’s #1 wildlife experience, the iconic Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary!

Combining storytelling, theatre and luscious Roman flavours, Eterna is now offering a 2-course immersive dining experience

MOTHER'S DAY
Take mum on a culinary adventure to the Italian Riviera this Mother's Day with breakfast, lunch or dinner at La Costa
Celebrate Mother's Day with a special breakfast, lunch or high tea in the natural surroundings of D’Aguilar National Park
Celebrate Mother's Day Italian-style at Salt Meats Cheese Newstead with a delicious long lunch, dinner or a cooking class
Brisbane's iconic Regatta Hotel has three top Mother's Day dining experiences to totally spoil your mum with this year
Treat the gourmet goddess in your life with a beautiful gift - from flowers and chocolates, to gift hampers and picnic baskets, it's your one-stop shop for Mother's Day
MUST DO COMING UP
The International Cake Show Australia is back bigger & better than ever for 3 massive, sweet-filled days of fun and hands-on
One of the most celebrated musicals of all time is coming to QPAC’S Lyric Theatre for a limited season
DRUMMER QUEENS are coming to Brisbane live, loud and ready to rule from May 12 to 16 at QPAC
MELT: Festival of Queer Arts & Culture raises the curtain on another spectacular program of events and performances
Finesse Burlesque is bringing a spectacular, world class cabaret show to La Boite Theatre for 2 shows only in May
The greatest show afloat returns to Sanctuary Cove's Marine Village for four action-packed days of all things aquatic
THREE is a triple treat featuring 3 celebrated Australian choreographers, coming to QPAC in 2022
Saddle up for the biggest country music takeover at the Regatta Hotel for one whole weekend!
The Time is Now is a thrilling glimpse into the future as imagined by 10 switched-on, politically savvy teenagers
Find career opportunities for all ages at Queensland's biggest careers & employment expo coming to Brisbane in May
Help save our beloved koala and set a world record at the inaugural GemLife Gold Coast Beach Parade on Sunday, May 16
Award-winning Aussie Singer/Songwriter, Bradley McCaw and his all-star band, will hit the stage at the Old Museum
This intriguing exhibition showcases the exquisite geometry of Australian artist Lincoln Austin, at Ipswich Art Gallery
Brisbane’s iconic Buddha Birth Day Festival celebrations are happening in May at the Chung Tian Temple
For over 40 years, the iconic hilltop ballroom overlooked Brisbane and now it's being remembered with a musical
Move over Mozart, it's time for musicals to take centre stage when Queensland Symphony Orchestra perform in May
WHAT WE LOVED THIS WEEK
Brisbane's subtropical climate is perfect for year round al fresco dining and there's no better place to dine than on the Brisbane River
Ten of the most scenic bush, bay and city walks around Brisbane
Niku Ramen is the go-to for steaming hot bowls of fresh ramen, amazing sushi rolls and sashimi platters, with sake
Here's how you can host a sensational dinner party of world food at home for less than the cost of a restaurant thanks to chef Robert Bousamra.
WHAT'S NEW
Cruise the Brisbane River and see a whole new side to Brisbane on an electric picnic boat - and they're dog friendly!
The Chill Cafe Biergarten is a traditional German restaurant in the suburbs
This casual, chic cafe in Coorparoo offers all day brunch along with excellent coffee and a selection of fine wine
A vintage double decker gin bus pops up at Riverside in the Gardens on Sundays

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Queensland Museum will be a hub of live music, shows, comedy & science
An unmissable performance by operatic soprano Heru Pinkasova
Night of the Nerds is a very nerdy, variety game show
Physicist Brian Greene returns to World Science Festival Brisbane
A celebration of powerful, ethereal, and deeply beautiful artworks by Judy Watson
BrisBricks LEGO® Fan Expo is a must do for LEGO fans of all ages
South Bank will transform into the City of Science in March
Dive into Brisbane Powerhouse's stellar talk series
Bluesfest returns to Byron Bay in 2024!
EDITOR'S PICK

The Woman in Black

Susan Hill's acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt's brilliant stage adaptation
The Woman in Black
MUST DO

Opera Queensland

Opera Queensland's new week-long festival for the stage includes beloved Italian operas from the middle of the 19th century
Opera Queensland
LUXE ESCAPE

Imperial Hotel

Boasting a waterfront position, awe-inspiring Italian architecture and luxe accommodation, this hotel takes opulence to the next level
Imperial Hotel
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MUST SEE

Ratburger

David Walliams' best-selling children's book RATBURGER will be brought to life on stage, making its Australian premier in Brisbane
Ratburger
A barking mad night of musical canine comedy
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