SITE PARTNER:  

EKKA Long Weekend Getaway Ideas

within 250km of Brisbane

The EKKA public holiday has now moved to Friday August 14, 2020, giving Qlders a long weekend to enjoy. Since the EKKA isn't happening this year, why not make the most of extra time off and head out of town for a change of scenery. 

Whether you want to feel the sand between your toes, head up into the mountains, or just get out into the country, here's 12 perfect long weekend destinations:

Head for the Hills
Spicers Peak Lodge
Spicers Peak Lodge
Spicers Peak Lodge, a stunning luxury retreat set upon rolling green pastures atop a mountain in the Scenic Rim
more
Clear Mountain Lodge, Spa And Vineyard
Clear Mountain Lodge, Spa and Vineyard, Clear Mountain
Clear Mountain Lodge, Spa & Vineyard is the perfect getaway, just 35 mins from Brisbane CBD
more
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat is the perfect place for the entire family to escape the rat race, experience nature
more
Worldsaway Retreat
Worldsaway Retreat Ocean View
Worldsaway Retreat is a stunning eco friendly Ocean View retreat, just 50 minutes by car from Brisbane, yet literally worlds away
more
Seaside Sojourns
Tangalooma Island Resort
Tangalooma Island Resort
If you are looking for one of life's most ethereal experiences, you don't have to look much further than Moreton Island
more
Q1 Resort & Spa
Q1 Resort and Spa Gold Coast
The iconic Q1 Resort and Spa at Surfer's Paradise, Australia's tallest residential resort tower, offers exclusive accommodation with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean
more
The Sebel Brisbane Margate Beach
Sebel Margate
This cool contemporary bayside hotel makes for a perfect city escape, and even has it's own rooftop bar
more
Mantra Twin Towns
Mantra Twin Towns, Coolangatta, Gold Coast accommodation, Queensland holidays
Where better to explore Coolangatta and the southern Gold Coast than at Mantra Twin Towns, with everything you need on your doorstep
more
Romantic Scenic Rim
Spicers Hidden Vale
Spicers Hidden Vale, Grandchester, Spicers Resorts
Just an hour's drive from Brisbane is this ultra luxurious country retreat with sweeping mountain views
more
Greenlee Cottages
Greenlee Cottages Darlington Range in the Canungra Valley
Located in a picturesque valley just 1 hr from Brisbane, this little slice of paradise is ideal for those seeking peace and tranquility
more
The Old Church B&B
The Old Church B&B Boonah
A quaint and historic church is home to this boutique B&B in South East Queensland's beautiful Scenic Rim
more

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Mexican Fiesta Month

Mexican Fiesta Month

Terraces Restaurant brings the vibrant flavours of Mexico to the Gold Coast
May 1-31

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards

Capture Brisbane in its best light!
May 1-Jun 7
Buddha Birth Day Festival

Buddha Birth Day Festival

Brisbane’s iconic Buddha Birth Day Festival is back!
May 3-5
Mad Science at QAGOMA

Mad Science

Ghastly creations, evil schemes and experiments gone wrong
May 3-Jun 23

Sky Racing Guineas Day

Enjoy a great day out at the races with friends, fine food and more
May 4
Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs Brisbane

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs

What better way is there to enjoy a free movie than under the stars
Until May 4
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
See All
EDITOR'S PICK

Be Awesome for Autism

Lace up your shoes, put on your active wear and bring the kids along to AEIOU Foundation's Brisbane Fun Run and Family Fun Day
Read more
Be Awesome for Autism
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
Read more
Mother's Day Dining
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Apr 26-28

From Brisbane's leading comedy festival, circus fun house and Alice Cooper live to a new wine bar & Italian patIsserie-cafe, the top things to do
Read more
This Weekend Apr 26-28
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
Read more
Mother's Day Guide 2024
BRISBANE COMEDY FESTIVAL

Ten Funniest Acts

You've seen them on the small screen and social media, now here are 10 of the funniest shows to see at this year's festival
Read more
Ten Funniest Shows BCF 2024
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
Read more
What's On in May 2024 around Brisbane
HOT TICKET

Audra McDonald

Don't miss Broadway legend, television and film star, Audra McDonald, when she performs at QPAC for one-night-only
Read more
Audra McDonald
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
Read more
Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
Britain’s second longest running play comes to QPAC!
CONTENT RESUMES ON SCROLL
ADVERTISEMENT