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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 (formerly Bruno's) 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

The critically-acclaimed one-hander play returns to QPAC's Playhouse
Mile9 is heading north to South City Wine for a month-long takeover
Experience an unforgettable evening of soaring vocals and timeless classics
Celebrate the timeless music of Barbra Streisand in a dazzling new concert event starring Melinda Schneider.
Combine Friday night drinks with a fascinating journey into the world of frogs
Enjoy bottomless brunch on Saturday's at Bar Pacino
Jousting, armoured combat, living history and fantasy is returning to Boonah
Experience the magic of timeless classical masterpieces with ARCO
The yearly sell-out Suntory -196 MEKKA Raceday 2026 is back
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A GILBERT & SULLIVAN CONCERT EVENT

Experience the wit, elegance and enduring brilliance of Gilbert & Sullivan as Prospero Arts presents Gilbert & Sullivan: A Soirée of Song & Satire at QPAC
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MUST DO

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers returns this spring with stunning blooms, delicious food and endless family fun
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THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Aug 14-16

From the return of NIGHT FEAST and Tangalooma whale watching to country star Max Jackson live at the races and a jaw-dropping vintage car collection display
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COMING UP

What's on in September in & near Brisbane

From Brisbane Festival taking over the city to the magical Jim Henson blockbuster at QAGOMA and Laidley Spring Festival, the best things to do in and around Brisbane in September:
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HOT TICKET

Southern Realm Festival

Southern Realm Festival is returning to Boonah this month transforming the Boonah Showgrounds into a weekend of jousting, armoured combat, living history and fantasy
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BEST OF BRISBANE

50+ Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane? Then check out this guide for the must-do dining experiences from the city to the suburbs
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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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