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This Weekend Oct 25-27

A hidden laneway festival, theatre in suburban houses, a spooktacular Halloween market & a new kids party-themed bar are some of the top things to do around Brisbane this weekend:

WHAT'S ON
The Hidden Lanes Festival
Hidden Lanes Festival, Fortitude Valley
The Hidden Lanes Festival is a day long celebration of everything Fortitude Valley has to offer, on Saturday, August 14
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Open Homes
Open Homes la Boite
Open Homes is a unique intimate theatre experience coming to Brisbane from October 25 to November 10
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The Great Half-Monster Heist
Great GOMA Heist
Explore GOMA in the most uniquely fun way, by taking part in The Great Half-Monster Heist
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Mem Fox in Conversation with Trent Dalton
Talking Ideas: Mem Fox
See legendary Australian author Mem Fox in conversation with Trent Dalton at State Library of Queensland
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This Bountiful Spring
This Bountiful Spring, Treasury Brisbane
Celebrate spring in style at Treasury Brisbane, with fantastic meal deals, giveaways & special entertainment offerings
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Talking Ideas: Crime Culture with Tara Moss
Tara Moss Talking Ideas
Join best-selling author Tara Moss as she provides fascinating insights into the first book of her hot new crime-fiction series
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Jon Molvig: Maverick
John Molvig: A Rhythm of Horses
Shining a light on the work of an acclaimed Australian artist & teacher and his immense impact on Brisbane’s cultural landscape
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MUST DO COMING UP
The Finders Keepers
The Finders Keepers, Brisbane Showgrounds
The Finders Keepers Market is a multi-day shopping event featuring independent art, design, food stalls and a bar!
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Talking Ideas: Dr Karl Kruszelnicki
Dr Karl
Join Australia’s most popular science writer Dr Karl Kruszelnicki AM for an evening of fascinating fun
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Australia Independent Film Festival
AIFF Metro Arts
The Australia Independent Film Festival promises to be even bigger and better when it returns for a second instalment
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Signature Degustation: Venokratia - The Venetian Republic
Signature Degustation: Venokratia-The Venetian Republic, Nostimo
Celebrate the launch of acclaimed Chef Nino Zoccali's new book with a Signature Degustation Dinner at Nostimo
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West End Shoe Sale
Brisbane's biggest and best ladies shoe sale is back for 3 days only, with over 2,000 pairs priced from just $20
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MS Moonlight Walk
MS Moonlight Walk, Brisbane
Brisbane’s annual lantern-lit moonlight walk to fight MS returns on Saturday, starting at dusk from
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Fish & Spritz
Fish & Spritz
Fish & Spritz is the perfect prelude to summer at Brisbane's most talked about seafood restaurant and bar
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Talking Ideas: Anna Funder
Anna Funder
Anna Funder will be at the State Library of Queensland exactly 30 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall
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WHAT'S NEW
The Tinsel Bar
The Tinsel Bar South Brisbane
The Tinsel Bar is a rainbow tinsel-festooned wonderland tucked away on the edge of Fish Lane
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Chouquette
Chouquette, Brisbane CBD
Chouquette is an authentic French bakery and patisserie housed in a stunning historic building in the CBD
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Ballistic Beer Co
Ballistic Beer Springfield
Ballistic Beer Co is a massive craft microbrewery, bar and kitchen in Springfield Central
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Straddie Day Tours
Straddie Day Tours
Discover the unspoiled beauty of North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) and more with Straddie Day Tours
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Crunch K Korean Chicken
Crunch K Korean Chicken, Newmarket
Crunch K offers a winning combination of crispy Korean fried chicken and cold beer
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The Small Crop
The Small Crop, Wynnum
The Small Crop is one of Wynnum's best kept secrets dishing up delicious gourmet salads and homemade treats
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Jett Espresso
Jett Espresso Springfield Lakes
Jett Espresso is a laidback cafe with serene views overlooking the lake at Springfield Lakes
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WHAT WE LOVED THIS WEEK
Legends Speakeasy Bar
Legends Speakeasy Bar, Brisbane
Legends Speakeasy Bar is a secret Brisbane bar that takes you back to the 1920’s prohibition era
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BAYSIDE DAY TRIPS
Day Tripping In Cleveland
A selection of some of the best things to do and sights to see on a day trip to Cleveland.
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Day Tripping in Sandgate

Historic Sandgate is one of Brisbane’s most picturesque seaside villages and one that has been enjoyed by day trippers for over 130 years

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Day Tripping In Redcliffe
Redcliffe is enjoying a renaissance, thanks to a world famous pop group and the rediscovery of its natural charms
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KIDS
Halloween Street Party
Manly Halloween Street Party
Manly is being transformed into a Halloween-themed village for its annual spooktacular street party
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Nightmare on Eat Street

It’s going to be a spooktacular Nightmare on Eat Street this Halloween weekend with a Trick or Treat trail for kids, Halloween-themed food and more

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Brisbane Comedy Festival 2024

Brisbane Comedy Festival 2024

Brisbane's favourite funny festival is back!
Apr 26-May 26
Brisbane Comedy Festival

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 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

West End Shoe Sale

Brisbane's biggest & best ladies shoe sale is back!
May 1-3
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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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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
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Mother's Day Guide 2024
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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
Britain’s second longest running play comes to QPAC!
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