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This Weekend Jul 23-25

From a world famous musical & 80's boat cruise to new wine bars, patisseries and vegan cafes, the top things to do this weekend in and around Brisbane:

WHAT'S ON

WEST SIDE STORY

One of the most celebrated musicals of all time is coming to QPAC’S Lyric Theatre for a limited season

Back to the 80's Party River Cruise, Brisbane

Jump on board the Back to the 80’s Party River Cruise and get footloose as you sail along the Brisbane River

The Queensland Pops Orchestra is bringing the festive spirit to the Concert Hall, QPAC

Brisbane's stunning new Greek restaurant is hosting a fabulous wine and food pairing event featuring Greek shiraz

Join Indigenous Art Program curators and Badtjala artist, curator, writer and academic Fiona Foley, for an artist talk

This evocative exhibition explores our intrinsic relationship with plants through photography, illustrations & historical objects

Experience a magical evening of dining under the stars at the iconic Regatta Hotel this winter, with a 3-course feast

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards are back for 2024 so get busy snapping - entries open May 1st

There’ll be 139 mind-blowing events and experiences for all, from young families and late-night revellers to 4-legged friends – start booking now!

MUST DO COMING UP

The Naked Magicians

Australia’s biggest comedy magic export are performing at The Tivoli

Theatresports Grand Championships, Brisbane Powerhouse

Brisbane's comedy throwdown is out of lockdown so brace yourself for a laughter showdown at Brisbane Powerhouse

You’ll be tickled pink with these refreshing rosés that go easy on the palette at Cloudland's curated-wine tasting

Discover the Multicap way at their Open Day on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 from 10am to 2pm

WHAT WE LOVED THIS WEEK

The Matriarch

This stunning inner city warehouse turned Parisian-style garden oasis is one of Brisbane’s best lunch and dinner spots

Escape to Ipswich for a weekend and discover the old world charm and hidden gems that the picturesque heritage city has to offer

WHAT'S NEW

Evergreen Spa

Evergreen Spa is a boutique, state-of-the-art day spa, bathhouse and massage centre

Rosmarino Ristorante & Wine Bar Fortitude Valley

This stunning split-level Italian bar and restaurant occupies the refurbished 1890's Hemmant Merchants building

Unbearable Bagels serves scrumptious loaded bagels and specialty coffee from a corner shop in leafy Teneriffe

The glamorous Japanese restaurant and bar in Fortitude Valley has a secret night club out back

This northside brunch cafe offers delicious vegan and vegetarian fare along with expertly brewed espresso

One of Brisbane's best bakeries, Flour & Chocolate, has opened on the northside in the bayside suburb of Redcliffe

Buddha Birth Day Festival

Brisbane’s iconic Buddha Birth Day Festival is back!

May 3-5

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

What better way is there to enjoy a free movie than under the stars

Until May 4

Planes, Trains And Autos

An adrenaline-charged festival of all things aviation, rail & auto

May 4-6

Geoffrey Robertson KC

Join Geoffrey Robertson KC, one of the world's great legal minds

May 9

Tom Gleeson: Gear

One of Australia’s favourite comedians is bringing his new show to Brisbane

May 10

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

Audra McDonald

Don't miss Broadway legend, television and film star, Audra McDonald, when she performs at QPAC for one-night-only

Audra McDonald

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

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

This Weekend May 3-6