This weekend Oct 21-23

From Mary Poppins and free outdoor cinema to margarita-tasting and an earring market, some top things to do this weekend in and around Brisbane:

WHAT'S ON
Mary Poppins
Mary Poppins QPAC
This magical stage adaptation of the wonderful stories by Queensland-born author PL Travers has landed in Brisbane
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Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
What better way is there to enjoy a movie than under the stars at your local park on a warm Brisbane evening
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Inspired Dance Film Festival
Inspired Dance Film Festival
Australia’s premiere international dance on film festival comes to Brisbane’s new Thomas Dixon Centre
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Homewares and Bric-a-Brac
Homewares BCC Treasure Troves
Need homewares and bric-a-brac? Try Council’s Treasure Troves this weekend
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The Earring Market
The Earring Market Mt Gravatt
A fabulous 2-day market devoted entirely to locally handmade earrings, held undercover at Mt Gravatt Showgrounds
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Savour: Gin Botanicals
Take a Friday night deep dive into the world of sublime cocktails at Cloudland's Savour Series pop-up
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The Producers
The Producers, Twelfth Night Theatre
An independent theatre company is serving up an absurdly fun night at the theatre, so grab your squad now
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Queensland Vegan Markets
Queensland Vegan Markets
Queensland Vegan Markets are returning to Portside Wharf again this Saturday for a day of delicious plant-based eats
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Idris Murphy: Now and Then
Idris Murphy: Now and Then, Mitchell Fine Art
A solo exhibition of artworks created over the last 20 years by acclaimed landscape artist Idris Murphy is now showing
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Medibank Feel Good Program
Medibank Feel Good Program, South Bank Parklands
Brisbane’s popular free fitness program is back at South Bank offering a range of fitness and wellness classes
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Gates - A Photographic Exhibition
Gates Photographic Exhibition, Dayboro Butter Factory, Bobbie Jones
Over 100 quintessentially Australian gates tell a story of culture, function, art & power in this thought-provoking exhibition
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PamPawCation
PamPawCation, Brisbane Marriott Hotel
Treat your pooch to a luxury escape in the heart of Brisbane City with an indulgent PamPawCation
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4017 Bayside Open Studios
4017 Bayside Open Studios
Featuring over 18 artist studios, the art trail will include 32+ participating artists including 3 not-for-profit local community art groups
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Ladies Raceday
Spring Racing Carnival

Gather your gal pals and head to Doomben Racecourse for this top day out for both racing enthusiasts and casual racegoers

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Spooky Putt Putt
Spooky Putt Putt, Victoria Park
Spooky Putt Putt returns to Victoria Park for another round of frightful fun, from September 15
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The 7 Sopranos

Experience a magical performance of pleasure and delight with Australia’s own The 7 Sopranos this weekend at SUNPAC

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Professor Brian Cox
Professor Brian Cox, QPAC, Brisbane
Professor Brian Cox is coming to Brisbane with a brand-new, live-on-stage show, Horizons - a 21st Century Space Odyssey
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MUST DO COMING UP
Halloween Movie Night
Halloween Movie Night Victoria Park
Enjoy a spooky night out with family and friends at Victoria Park’s free Halloween Movie Night
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Velvet Rewired
Velvet Rewired Wynnum
Get set for a glittering spectacle of circus and cabaret, featuring the divine Marcia Hines, when Velvet Rewired opens
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Singin' In The Rain - In Concert
Singin' In The Rain - In Concert, QPAC
Singin’ in the Rain is coming to QPAC in an all-new, sensational concert version, exclusive to Brisbane, for 4 shows only!
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On by Circa
On by Circa, QPAC
On by Circa is contemporary circus at its best - a thrilling new creation by one of the world’s leading performance companies
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To Barbra, With Love
To Barbra With Love, QPAC
Celebrate the music of Barbra Streisand when this critically-acclaimed concert comes to QPAC in February
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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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Supanova 2022
Supanova 2022
Meet your favourite stars when the Supanova Comic Con comes to Brisbane in November for 2 huge days of fandom fun
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A Cracker Kransky Christmas
A Cracker Kransky Christmas QPAC
Pack your mince pies and Christmas spirits - The Kransky Sisters are bringing the party back to town!
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Music & Entertainment
Music BCC Treasure Troves
Brisbane City Council’s Treasure Troves are featuring all things music & entertainment this weekend so why not grab a bargain
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Encore
Encore Queensland Ballet
Some of Australia’s greatest seasoned ballet stars will return to the Talbot Theatre stage at Thomas Dixon Centre
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Operation Ouch! Live
Operation Ouch, QPAC
Explore the incredible world of medicine and biology with TV's favourite doctors in Operation Ouch! Live on Stage
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Melbourne Cup 2022
Regatta Hotel, Melbourne Cup
Brisbane's iconic Regatta Hotel is the place to be this Melbourne Cup with 3 impressive packages to choose from
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West End Shoe Sale
West End Shoe Sale
Brisbane's biggest and best ladies shoe sale is back for 3 days only, with 3,000+ pairs priced from just $20
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The Sound Society
The Sound Society
The Sound Society returns to Roma St Parkland on Sunday, November 5 for a laid-back afternoon of free live music
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Melbourne Cup Raceday
Melbourne Cup Raceday , Brisbane Racing Club
There's no better place to be on Melbourne Cup Raceday than trackside at Brisbane's heritage-listed Eagle Farm Racecourse
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WHAT'S NEW
Christmas Day Hampers
Christmas Hamper, Treasury Brisbane
Take the stress out of the silly season and let Treasury Brisbane's culinary team prepare a decadent Christmas Day Hamper for you
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Rocky Shop of Horrors
Rocky Shop of Horrors, Haunt Cabaret, West End
A brand new cabaret dinner theatre experience is coming to Brisbane from December 7, with Rocky Shop of Horrors
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Hotel Indigo
Hotel Indigo, Brisbane City
The luxury, boutique Hotel Indigo has launched its first Queensland hotel in Brisbane, beside the river at North Quay
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NIKY
NIKY Wine Bar Newstead
The pint-sized shell pink wine cave occupies a converted garage just off Commercial Road
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Pho Hung Vuong Saigon
Pho Hung Vuong Saigon Paddington
A bright contemporary restaurant serving traditional and authentic Vietnamese cuisine
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The Mailman
The Mailman Alexandra Hills
This new bayside cafe delivers the goods with expertly brewed espresso and delicious, inspired brunch fare
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Handel's Messiah , City Tabernacle Baptist Church

Handel's Messiah

Embrace the true spirit of Christmas with Handel's Messiah
Dec 9-10
QAGOMA Christmas Design Market

QAGOMA Christmas Design Market

Brisbane’s best local independent makers and their handmade goods
Dec 9-10

Oddities & Curiosities Expo

For lovers of the strange, unusual and bizarre
Dec 9-10
Christmas Lights Government House

Christmas Lights

Christmas Lights are back at Government House this year
Dec 9-14
Flamenco Vivo

Flamenco Vivo

Be transported to Spain with this vibrant & passionate performance
Dec 10
Merry Mixology: A Boozy Christmas Cabaret

Merry Mixology

A brand new, unique, and immersive holiday experience
Dec 10-22
12 Nights of Christmas Lights Westfield Chermside

12 Nights of Christmas Lights

Westfield Chermside's dining precinct will be transformed into a festive wonderland
Dec 14-23
Vintopia: Champagne Wars

Vintopia: Champagne Wars

A special, sparkling edition of Vintopia
Dec 15
A Choral Christmas

A Choral Christmas

Get immersed in the enchanting sounds of the season
Dec 16
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MUST DO

Christmas on Eat Street

Eat Street Northshore is getting into the spirit of Christmas this month with heaps of fun for the entire family
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Christmas On Eat Street
SALE

Christmas Decorations 50% Off!

This is the sale you have been waiting for! Massive savings on all Christmas decorations, trees, wreaths, garlands, lights, table decor, gift wrap, bon bons and more
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Christmas Decorations Brisbane
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City of Logan Christmas Carols

Get into the festive spirit at the City of Logan Christmas Carols, and celebrate the magic and joy of the holiday season
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City of Logan Christmas Carols
THIS WEEKEND

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From Christmas at South Bank, twilight Xmas markets, opera and a curiosity expo to a new bakery cafe, the top things to do around Brisbane this weekend
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COMING UP

What's on in December in & around Brisbane

From concerts, Christmas shows and markets to festive dining and blockbuster summer exhibitions, what's on in December 2023 in and around Brisbane
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What's On in December 2023 around Brisbane
UNWIND

Greek Islands on the Terrace

An iconic southside pub has gone Greek! Escape from reality and unwind with friends on the terrace with tasty Greek bites and Mediterranean-inspired cocktails. Opa!
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Greek Islands on the Terrace
KIDS

December School Holiday Guide

Looking for fun things to do with the kids this December? From Christmas putt putt and nocturnal wildlife tours to fantastic kids shows & activities
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December School Holiday Guide 2023
MUST SEE

Government House Christmas Lights

Christmas Lights are back on at Government House with a spectacular display that is open to the public nightly for free
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Government House Christmas Lights
ESCAPE

The Brooklet

Experience the ultimate in luxury at the newest boutique accommodation in the Byron Bay Hinterland
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The Brooklet
FESTIVE FUN

Christmas Putt Putt

Get into the festive spirit with the whole family at Victoria Park's special Christmas-themed Putt Putt course
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Christmas Putt Putt
MUST SEE

The Sleeping Beauty

Enter the magical world of Ballet Theatre Queensland’s new production of The Sleeping Beauty in January
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The Sleeping Beauty
MUST GO

Bluesfest 2024

Marking its 35th anniversary with a five-day celebration of music, community and good vibes, headlined by Tom Jones & Jack Johnson
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Bluesfest 2024
Be transported to Spain for a night
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