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This Weekend Mar 13-15

From beer festivals, history tours and 7m high bunnies on the river to secret coffee roasteries and cafes, 20+ top things to do this weekend in and around Brisbane:

WHAT'S ON
Paddyfest 2020
Paddyfest 2020
Historic Eagle Farm Racecourse will light up green for Paddyfest, Brisbane’s largest St Patrick's Day party
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Intrude
Intrude, Eagle Street Pier
A world famous art installation featuring giant inflatable, 7 metre tall luminous bunnies has hopped into to Eagle Street Pier
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Dave Hughes – Ridiculous
Dave Hughes, Brisbane Comedy Festival, Brisbane Powerhouse
Gear up for an evening of fun and belly laughs with comedy king Dave Hughes at Brisbane Powerhouse
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Brewsvegas 2020
Brewsvegas 2020
Brisbane's dedicated beer festival, Brewsvegas, is back bigger and better than ever from March 12 to 22
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Frank Woodley – *@#!KING CLOWN
Frank Woodley, Brisbane Comedy Festival
Don’t miss your chance to see the legendary Frank Woodley when he takes to The Tivoli stage
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Lady Diamantina Bowen History Tours
Lady Diamantina Bowen Tours, Old Government House, Brisbane, history, historic
Join Queensland's First Lady, Lady Diamantina Bowen, on a fascinating History Tour at Old Government House
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Mediterranean Summer
Mediterranean Summer
Darling & Co is serving up the full Mediterranean Summer experience, complete with citrus, seafood and bottomless fries
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2020 Jimboomba X Triple Crown
Jimboomba X Triple Crown, Jimboomba X Stadium, Logan, Queensland, motorcross, supercross, motorbikes, family fun
The Jimboomba X Triple Crown returns to the City of Logan for one action-packed evening of family-friendly entertainment
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MUST DO COMING UP
Cluedo! The New Suspects
Cluedo! The New Suspects, Baedeker Bar, Brisbane
Cluedo! The New Suspects brings mid-century mystery to Baedeker Wine Bar with a fully immersive experience
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Lorelei
Lorelei, Concert Hall, QPAC
This seductive Australian opera cabaret kicks off Opera Queensland’s 2021 season
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Gold Coast Film Festival 2021
Gold Coast Film Festival, Willy's Wonderland
The Gold Coast Film Festival returns in April with over 100 exciting films, pop-up cinemas, special events and
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Spinifex Gum
Spinifex Gum, Concert Hall, QPAC
The critically-acclaimed Spinifex Gum featuring the Marliya choir is coming to QPAC for one-night only in October
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Tommy Little – I’ll See Myself Out
Self-confessed fool Tommy Little will debut his new, hour-long stand-up show and nothing is off limits!
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Medea
Medea, QPAC
A must-see, radical re-imaging of the classic Greek tragedy MEDEA is playing at QPAC from May 1 to May 9
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Peter Helliar – Loopy
Peter Helliar, Brisbane Comedy Festival
Treat yourself to an evening of world-class comedy when Peter Helliar performs his new stand-up show
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MS Brissie to the Bay
MS Brissie to the Bay
MS Brissie to the Bay, Queensland’s biggest cycling event, is back for another year on Sunday, June 13
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The Umbilical Brothers
Umbilical Brothers, QPAC
The Umbilical Brothers are bringing their new, mind-blowing, live show, The Distraction, to QPAC in April
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Three
Three, QPAC
THREE is a triple treat featuring 3 celebrated Australian choreographers, coming to QPAC in 2022
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The Gruffalo's Child
The Gruffalo's Child
The captivating sequel to beloved children's tale The Gruffalo comes to life on stage in a magical musical adaptation
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deviator
Deviator Brisbane Powerhouse
This fully interactive game experience is turning Brisbane into a giant adult playground
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WHAT'S NEW
Lemoni Greek Cuzina
Lemoni Greek Cuzina
Lemoni Greek Cuzina proves that you don’t have to sail across the Aegean Sea to find authentic Greek food
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Pepper Pot Cafe
Pepper Pot cafe Annerley
Get an authentic taste of Sri Lanka on a budget at this hidden gem
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Urban Pantry
Urban Pantry, Greenbank
Urban Pantry is a destination for well-brewed coffee, homemade burgers and other takeaway goodies with a healthy twist
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Aromas Coffee Roastery
Aromas Coffee Roastery Murarrie
Aromas Coffee Roastery Murarrie is an unmissable stop for coffee and tea fanatics
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The Belvedere Hotel
Since 1901 this landmark bayside hotel with stunning water views has been a destination for visitors
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The Bush Pantry
The Bush Pantry Capalaba
This cafe nestled amongst beautiful native bushlands offers all-day breakfast, brunch, lunch and high tea
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WHAT WE LOVED THIS WEEK
@ Mr & Mrs Jones
@ Mr & Mrs Jones Hamilton
@ Mr & Mrs Jones is a chic wine bar and eatery that is also dog friendly
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RIVER WALKS
Yeronga To UQ
Jacarand tree and bush along walking path in Yeronga next to Brisbane River.
Those looking for a non-taxing stroll may enjoy the first 2 km return section of this semi-shaded walk along the river
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New Farm To Teneriffe
This leafy riverside trail of around 6km return includes the option for a meander through the ex convict farm and racecourse that is now the splendid New Farm Park
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KIDS
Brisbane Tramway Museum
Brisbane Tramway Museum
This fascinating outdoor museum is where you can ride restored Brisbane trams
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Fort Lytton
Fort lytton
On a grassy outpost in the industrial reaches of Lytton lies Fort Lytton, the heritage listed remains of Australia's only surviving moated 19th century fortress.
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Planes, Trains & Autos City of Ipswich

Planes, Trains And Autos

An adrenaline-charged festival of all things aviation, rail & auto
May 4-6
Geoffrey Robertson KC - How do we Fix a Turbulent World?

Geoffrey Robertson KC

Join Geoffrey Robertson KC, one of the world's great legal minds
May 9
Tom Gleeson: Gear

Tom Gleeson: Gear

One of Australia’s favourite comedians is bringing his new show to Brisbane
May 10
Black Box, QPAC

Black Box

Based on the incredible true story of the inventor of the black box
May 10-19

National Photographic Portrait Prize

A fascinating, free exhibition on display at State Library
May 11-Jul 7
Park Vibes

Park Vibes

Park Vibes returns to Victoria Park on Mother's Day
May 12
Cuisine on Cue High Tea

Mother's Day at Old Government House

Treat Mum to High Tea at heritage-listed Old Government House
May 12
Walkabout Creek

Mother's Day at Walkabout Creek

Treat Mum to a delicious buffet breakfast or lunch in beautiful bush surrounds
May 12
OPA Restaurant

Mother's Day Dining

Celebrate Mother's Day at these top restaurants
May 12
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Archie Brothers
EDITOR'S PICK

Win an out of this world family trip to Los Angeles!

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Win an out of this world family trip to Los Angeles!
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
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Mother's Day Dining
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do May 3-6

From outdoor cinema, iconic science-themed films, mega shoe sale and Buddha birthday festival to a gorgeous Maleny escape and a new Chinese hotpot restaurant
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This Weekend May 3-6
GETAWAY

Camplify

Plan the ultimate getaway with Camplify - the Airbnb of campervans, caravans, motorhomes and camping trailers
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Camplify
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 lunches, and more
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Mother's Day Guide 2024
ENTER NOW

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards 2024

Photographers and would-be photographers of Brisbane - it's time to get out and about in our beautiful city and start snapping!
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Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards
COMING UP

What's on in May in & around Brisbane

From mega Greek, 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
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
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Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
Britain’s second longest running play comes to QPAC!
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