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Day tripping around Brisbane is not just for grown-ups to enjoy, with plenty of great day trips that are perfect for kids.
Major Dirtbox is an Australian first – a unique fantasy playground for grown-ups (and teens) where they get to operate heavy duty machinery on a construction site
Pitch & Fork is a slick modern eatery that shares a space with the revamped clubhouse of Toowong’s Wests Rugby Club
Café Bema is a cool courtyard café nestled out front of a Paddington cottage, serving out-of-the-ordinary breakfast and lunches
La Zucca Cafe & Pizzeria is the go-to for woodfired pizzas and authentic Italian meals in northside Brisbane
Bne Baracca is a charming cafe in Tarragindi taking up residence in an old corner store
Il Verde is a little slice of Italy nestled along King Street dining precinct, dishing up authentic Italian fare
Lovewell is a café with a purpose*, perched atop a Mt Gravatt mountain with stunning views over the whole of Brisbane
Newport Waterside Park is a super state of the art sand-based playground on the Newport waterfront, that comes with its own al fresco shipping container café
Splash’n’Play is a state of the art water park and adventure playground overlooked by the family-friendly foodie eatery Forty West
Annerley adds another notch to its foodie belt with hidden gem Snag and Brown Café, a foodie destination that is also child and dog friendly
This quintessential country store and cafe in Brisbane's west serves up warm hospitality, great coffee and hearty meals - all in a picturesque rural setting
Laser Skirmish Mount Cotton offers family fun in the great outdoors, playing laser tag with Redland’s natural bushland as the battlefield
Petrichor & Co is a cool chic all-day breakfast café with a Colombian flavour on Racecourse Road, Hamilton
Karawatha Forest Park boasts Queensland's first nature play space, Brisbane City Council's only environment education centre on the southside.
Banter Coffee House is an absolute gem of a café tucked away in Manly West - the go-to for the best food and coffee on the bayside

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Jingle all the way to the Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets
Brisbane’s Enchanted Garden is back at Roma Street Parkland this Christmas
BCLP’s first-ever Twilight Christmas Market
Milton Markets are hosting a mega Xmas twilight market
Join Santas naughty list with Cirque Du Sleigh at Brisbane Powerhouse
Learn something new this school holidays with SparkLab at Queensland Museum!
Kings of Country Rock is a stage spectacular that captures the sound and spirit of America’s country-rock legends.
Join the Queensland Symphony Orchestra for their epic 2026 Season Finale, Don Juan & Manfred.
Carseldine Christmas Twilight Markets are bringing an evening of festive magic
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Sherlock Holmes – The Mystery of the Valkyrie

The world's most famous detective is returning to the QPAC stage with Sherlock Holmes – The Mystery of the Valkyrie bringing murder, mystery and plenty of twists and turns
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MUST DO

Don Juan & Manfred

Join the Queensland Symphony Orchestra for their epic 2026 Season Finale at the Concert Hall QPAC, Don Juan & Manfred
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THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Nov 13-15

Oddities & Curiosities Expo, Taste of Love Festival, stand-up comedy, an Ipswich Art Exhibition and a stunning Japanese BBQ opens in Fish Lane
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COMING UP

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From concerts, world class ballet, stunning art exhibitions, Christmas in the city and festive dining - here's what's on in December around Brisbane
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MUST DO FAMILY HOLIDAY

Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

Create magical family memories on the Gold Coast with a stay packed full of adventure, including daily breakfast, six fun-filled kids' activities and easy access to the region's biggest theme parks!
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BEST OF BRISBANE

50+ Best Restaurants in Brisbane

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Brisbane's Best 50 Bars

Whether you're after breezy drinks by the river, a stiff whiskey in an underground bar, a cosy laneway hideaway or a rooftop with views, here's 50 of Brisbane's best bars
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A brand-new Nutcracker is coming to Brisbane
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