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This Weekend Oct 2-5

From an international film festival and a pink champagne lunch to a glam new underground Japanese Izakaya, artisan ice-cream parlour and a chic new wine bar, some top things to do this long weekend in and around Brisbane:

WHAT'S ON

Boom Boom Room Izakaya

A heritage-listed bank basement has been converted into a stunning Japanese restaurant and bar

Brisbane International Film Festival 2020, BIFF, QAGOMA, High Ground

BIFF is back for 11 days in October with an exciting program of feature films, documentaries, shorts and special events

Immerse yourself in Brisbane's subversive youth culture of the 70's and 80's at this fascinating exhibition

This long weekend is the last weekend to pick up some scrumptious artisan desserts at Kombi Alley drive-thru

Grab your Samboy Chips, Troll Dolls, Tazo’s and your favourite Goosebumps book – Australia’s naughtiest puppet is back!

MUST DO COMING UP

Mel Buttle and Friends

Join award-winning Brisbane comedian Mel Buttle and Friends for a much-needed night of comedy

Circa is turning Sunday in New Farm Park on its head with free circus classes for all

FLASH SALE!

Spring Staycation at Q1 Resort & Spa

Book now for a fabulous 3 night stay at iconic Q1 for just $399 - this amazing flash sale ends on October 1

WHAT WE LOVED THIS WEEK

Dinner at Neesh Bar

This charming inner suburban eatery is the go-to for one of Brisbane's best value foodie dinners

WHAT'S NEW

Sam's Wine Bar

Sandgate's historic billiard saloon has been transformed into a stunning wine bar and restaurant

This heritage-listed ex-apothecary is now a late night spaghetti bar with all pasta dishes just $15

Paddington has welcomed a new artisan ice-cream parlour serving delectable locally made ice cream

Gung Ho Dumpling is a cute little dim sum and dumpling bar tucked away in Bakery Lane

Watercress Creek Olives & Limes, Pine Mountain, Ipswich, #VisitIpswich, Queensland, Farm

This olive and lime farm near Ipswich has a tiny farmgate shop and a picturesque spot for picnics

Piccolo Coffee is a speciality espresso bar serving expertly-brewed coffee and delicious sweet and savoury treats

DAY TRIPS

Day Tripping In Springbrook National Park

View down to Surfers Paradise from the Best of All Lookout Springbrook

Springbrook National Park makes for one of south east Queensland’s most spectacular day trips.

Coolangatta's world-class beaches, relaxed lifestyle, vibrant surf culture and foodie scene make this a must-do destination

Spend a day or even a weekend discovering the rich and interesting history of the picturesque country town of Dayboro

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

Terraces Restaurant brings the vibrant flavours of Mexico to the Gold Coast

May 1-31

Buddha Birth Day Festival

Brisbane’s iconic Buddha Birth Day Festival is back!

May 3-5

Mad Science

Ghastly creations, evil schemes and experiments gone wrong

May 3-Jun 23

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

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs

What better way is there to enjoy a free movie than under the stars

Until May 4

Geoffrey Robertson KC

Join Geoffrey Robertson KC, one of the world's great legal minds

May 9

Be Awesome for Autism

Lace up your shoes, put on your active wear and bring the kids along to AEIOU Foundation's Brisbane Fun Run and Family Fun Day

Be Awesome for Autism

MUST DO

Mother's Day Dining

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

Mother's Day Dining

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Apr 26-28

From Brisbane's leading comedy festival, circus fun house and Alice Cooper to a new wine bar & Italian patsserie-cafe the top things to do

This Weekend Apr 26-28

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

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

Ten Funniest Shows BCF 2024

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

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

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

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs

Britain’s second longest running play comes to QPAC!

This Weekend Oct 2-5

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Be Awesome for Autism

Mother's Day Dining

Top Things to Do Apr 26-28

Mother's Day 2024

Ten Funniest Acts

What's on in May in & around Brisbane

Audra McDonald

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs